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face=Arial>Hi,</FONT></P>
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<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Your
monthly minutes have arrived. As usual, they are pasted below, as well as
attached. See you on Saturday.</FONT></P>
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<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Thanks,</FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Cheryl</FONT></P>
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face=Arial></FONT> </P>
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align=center><A name=OLE_LINK2></A><A name=OLE_LINK1><SPAN
style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><FONT
face=Arial>NFB Kansas Jayhawk Chapter<o:p></o:p></FONT></B></SPAN></A></P>
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align=center><FONT face=Arial><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN
style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">Meeting
Minutes </B></SPAN></SPAN><B
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<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center"
align=center><B style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><FONT face=Arial>Date:
September 21, 2013<o:p></o:p></FONT></B></P>
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align=center><o:p><FONT face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Call
to Order: </FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Our
monthly meeting was called to order by Rob at 1:11 p.m.</FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Introduction of Guests: </FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>There
were no guests present.</FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>National Presidential Release by Dr. Marc Maurer: </FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Presidential Release Number 420 was presented.</FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Chapter President’s Report: </FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Rob
reported on decisions that were made at the state board meeting which was held
on September 7, 2013. The state convention dates are November 8 through November
10 at the Wichita East Holiday Inn. A block of rooms has been reserved. It is
advisable to get those rooms reserved as soon as possible. The expected charge
for the rooms is $80.00 per night. Registration fees are $5.00 if one
preregisters and $10.00 at the door. Saturday noon lunch is $10.00, and Saturday
evening banquet is $25.00. Bob Fuller is in charge of preregistration. A
registration form will be sent out via Home on the Range, as well as in the
mail. In addition, a registration form should be in the upcoming newsletter. If
an exhibitor wishes to have a display, the fee is $10.00. Gary Wunder is going
to be our national representative this year. The focus of the agenda will be our
legislative national agenda. That namely would be our “Space Available” bill and
the “Teach” bill which concerns itself with technology and higher education.
Fair wages legislation will also be examined. As has been our custom the last
few years, there will be a preconvention seminar held on Friday afternoon. This
year Rob Tabor will be conducting a seminar called, “The ABC’s of the NFB”. Rob
advised us that there had been a decision made concerning financial assistance
for the state convention. The state board will be assisting students and first
time conference attendees. It is up to each local chapter if they want to
provide funding for other attendees. Three scholarship winners have been
announced and will receive their awards at the state convention.</FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Concerning the Washington Seminar, our chapter will be allocated
$4,800 to assist chapter members with expenses. That would mean that if we have
six members attending Washington Seminar, they would each receive$800.00 a
piece. </FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Rob
advised us that if nothing changes, Newsline will no longer be available in
Kansas after the first of the year. We have been funding Newsline for the past
several years and cannot continue doing so, without further funding
sponsorships. As a last ditch effort, an effort is being made to find donors,
and we will match donations that are over $15,000. </FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Next
board meeting will be held on December 1, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.</FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Rob
reported on the chapter development session which was held at the Lawrence
Holidome. Eleven attendees exchanged ideas. One of the thoughts that came out of
the session was the idea of a calling card with chapter information on it, to
help with recruitment. </FONT></P>
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<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Chapter Vice President’s Report: </FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Our
Vice President, Athena, had nothing to report.</FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Approval of Minutes:</FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>There
were no changes or corrections to the May or August minutes. Susan made a motion
that both months’ minutes be approved as written. Brendie seconded the motion
and they were approved.</FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Chapter Treasurer’s Report:</FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Bob
reported that we had a $20.00 deposit for Tim’s dues, bringing our total to
$987.44. Dues will be collected today. Sidney made a motion that we accept the
treasurer’s report, as presented. There was a second by Susan and the report was
approved.<SPAN style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </SPAN></FONT></P>
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<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Fund
Raising Report:</FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Susan
has continued to contact companies who sell thumb drives and lanyards in an
attempt to secure more information about their potential as a fund raiser. To
date, they have not returned her calls. Susan has also spoken with the lady from
Fowler Fine Chocolates about possibly selling their product as a fund raiser.
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<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Old
Business:</FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>As a
part of “Meet the Blind” month, Rob reminded us that October 8, 2013 is the date
that we will be going to the City Commission meeting and presenting a
proclamation for Mayor Dever to publicly read and sign. Rob asked for someone to
volunteer to say a few words about the NFB at this time. Renee graciously
offered to assume that responsibility. The other reminder concerning “Meet the
Blind” month concerned our tabling event which is being held at U.S. Bank from
9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on </FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>October 12, 2013. </FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>New
Business:</FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Our
first matter of new business was discussion about the new transportation service
called the Night Line. This is an after hours, on demand service. It is a pilot
project, and it runs Monday through Saturday. The Night Line is available to the
entire population. The fee is $2.00 a ride. After the first of the year, there
will be a reevaluation period. There was some discussion on this topic, and it
was decided that as a chapter we will show our support for the Night Line, and
advocate for its continuance, when we are given the opportunity to do so during
the reevaluation period. There were some questions regarding this service, and
Rob is going to research the issues and will be sending an email which addresses
the concerns. </FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>There
was some discussion regarding financial assistance to help members attend the
state convention. Bob made a motion that a stipend of $40.00 be provided to
each</FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>member
who is attending state convention and requests assistance. Sidney seconded the
motion. It carried unanimously. </FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>The
next matter on the agenda was the election of officers. The nominating
committee, Athena and Brendie, suggested that the officers currently in office
be reelected for the 2013-2014 year. There were no additional nominations from
the floor. So, Rob Tabor, President; Athena Johnson, Vice President; Cheryl
Miller, Secretary and Bob Fuller, Treasurer were all reelected.</FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>In
looking toward our Christmas social, Rob suggested that it be held at Free State
Brewery. After discussing details, it was decided that the date of our social
will be either December 7 or December 14. It will be at Free State Brewery at
5:00 p.m. Susan is in charge of making reservations.</FONT></P>
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face=Arial>Meeting Adjournment: </FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Meeting was adjourned at 2:57 p.m. </FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Date
of Next Meeting: </FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>October 19, 2013</FONT></P>
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face=Arial> </FONT></o:p></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT
face=Arial>Respectfully Submitted,</FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><FONT face=Arial>Cheryl
Miller, Jayhawk Chapter Secretary</FONT></P>
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