[NFB-NM] FW: Revised San Juan Chapter Meeting Agenda for October 16, 2025

Mon Oct 13 21:22:21 UTC 2025

San Juan Chapter

The National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico

Regular Meeting, Thursday, October 16, 2025

Via Zoom meeting

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AGENDA

1.	Socializing time opens at 6:30p.m. Meeting will follow promptly at
7p.m.
2.	Call to order: 
3.	Roll call (Secretary Mamie)

*	Mamie Becenti
*	Gitana Curtis
*	Marsha Deschilly
*	Nathalie Martin
*	Cheryl May
*	Kay Murray
*	Angel Pierce
*	Marino Redhouse
*	Melanie Redhouse
*	Manny Sanchez
*	Naomi Yazzie

Any guests: 

4.	Special Guest Speaker: (No Special Guest Speaker this month)

Topic: 

5.	NFB Pledge: (Will be read by Angel Pierce)

I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation
of the Blind: to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind.
To support the policies and programs of the Federation: and to abide by the
Constitution.

6.	NFB Belief Message: (Will be read by Mamie Becenti)

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and
all blind people in the United States. We know that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or your future . Every day we raise the
expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination,
and diversity achieve the aspiration of all blind people.

7.	Approval of October agenda:
8.	Minutes from last meeting read by Mamie Becenti
9.	Treasurer's report by Kay Murray
10.	Presidential Release: (played by Gitana Curtis)

Link:
<https://nfb.org/sites/nfb.org/files/2025-09/presidential_release_october_20
25_chapter_version.mp3>
nfb.org/sites/nfb.org/files/2025-09/presidential_release_october_2025_chapte
r_version.mp3

11.	Unfinished business

a.	White Cane Day- October 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM, Basha's in Shiprock,
NM

"STATE OF NEW MEXICO EXECUTIVE OFFICE SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO

WHEREAS, in 1967, New Mexico proudly became the first state in the nation to
enact the White Cane Law, setting a benchmark for accessibility and
inclusion; and

WHEREAS the White Cane Law, codified as 28-7-1 NMSA (1978), articulates the
State's commitment to empowering individuals who are blind or have low
vision, enabling their full participation in the social, economic, and
cultural fabric of our vibrant communities; and

WHEREAS, this law affirms that individuals who are blind or have low vision
possess the same rights as all citizens, ensuring their unrestricted access
to streets, highways, sidewalks, public buildings, and all public spaces
throughout New Mexico; and

WHEREAS, the White Cane Law guarantees individuals who are blind or have low
vision equitable access to transportation, accommodation, and services,
including common carriers, hotels, places of public accommodation, and all
venues that welcome the public; and

WHEREAS, the law mandates that all drivers in New Mexico exercise the utmost
caution to prevent harm to pedestrians utilizing a white cane or accompanied
by a guide dog, reinforcing our collective responsibility to ensure safety
and respect; and

WHEREAS, it is essential for all New Mexicans to recognize the significance
of the White Cane Law, understanding that the white cane is not merely a
mobility tool but also a symbol of safety, independence, and the
contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to our communities;
and

WHEREAS, by fostering awareness and appreciation for the capabilities of
those who are blind or have low vision, we can cultivate a more inclusive
and supportive environment, enrich the lives of all New Mexicans and
strengthen our state's economy through diversity and innovation.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Michelle Lujan Grisham, Governor of the State of New
Mexico, do hereby proclaim October 15th, 2025, as:

"White Cane Awareness Day"

throughout the state of New Mexico. 

Attest:

Maggie Toulouse Oliver

Secretary of State

Done at the Executive Office this 1st day of October 2025.

Witness my hand and the Great Seal

of the State of New Mexico.

Michelle Lujan Grisham

Governor"

b.	Exhibit Hall
c.	Meta Ray Ban Raffle tickets- Gitana Has 300 tickets, we need your
help to sell these for the State Convention.
d.	Door Prizes for State Convention- Do we want to donate from our
chapter? If so, what amount?

e.	Cash Box Amount- How much do we want our cash box to have for
fundraiser table for the Exhibit Hall?

f.	Fundraiser/ Activity Committee- Any information?

12. New Business

a. Election for November, if you want to nominate anyone make sure it is ok
with the person you are nominating for the specific seat such as President,
Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer 

b. Chapter Dues- We are now taking chapter dues. You can turn it into Kay
Murray our treasurer.  

c. Fundraiser- Our Raffle Ticket for our chapter, what date do we want to
have the raffle in December? 

d. Christmas Party- Do we want to have a breakfast, dinner, potluck? Or do
we want to have a regular meeting? Discuss.

13. Philosophy segment: by Melanie Redhouse

Topic: (I will announce it during the meeting)

14.Announcements (if any):

Movie Night Name: by Marsha Deschilly

15. Birthdays: (No Birthdays)

16. Plan for the next meeting: November 20, 25 at 6:30pm  

17. Meeting adjourned:

Movie Night Link:

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Upcoming events: 

Movie night (2nd Friday of the month): at 7pm

SAGE Group meeting (2nd Wednesday of the month): 

Creating Options (3rd Wednesday of the month): 

Next San Juan Chapter meeting: September 18, 2025

New Mexico State Convention: October 24-26, 2025

National Convention: 

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