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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><a name="_Hlk136542566"></a><a name="_Hlk145087194"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>National Federation of the Blind of Phoenix Chapter Business Meeting Minutes<o:p></o:p></span></a></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Sat., October 5, 2024 9:30 AM<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Location - Hybrid <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>In-person at Saavi Services for the Blind, Phoenix<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Virtual over zoom<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Minutes<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Call to order at 9:33 AM<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Jordan Moon, President called the meeting to order with 20 members and 5 guests in attendance.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Jordan led the group in the pledge of allegiance and NFB pledge. Prayer requests were shared. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>During the Presidential Report, Jordan asked us to reflect on how you want to live your life and to remember our song ”Live the Life You Want.” Keep up the great Federation work.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Secretary’s Report Rachel Kuntz, Secretary<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Sharonda Goode moved to table July and August minutes until available. Michael Smith, 1<sup>st</sup> Vice President, seconded. Motion carried.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Macaulay Beasley moved to accept September minutes as read. Michael S. Seconded. Motion carried.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Treasurer’s Report, Donna Silba, Treasurer<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Michael S. Moved to accept the October Treasurers Report as read. Sharonda Seconded. Motion carried.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Donna requested that we send her a note when we make a contribution to the chapter. If sending funds through Zell locate the correct donna Silba by using her email address within the Zell application. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Jordan will work with the Affiliate board to resolve the chapter membership payment page language on our AZ website that does not indicate that new members must be voted in and that the Treasurer is notified of payment of chapter dues. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>National & Arizona Affiliate Updates<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Presidential Release: Chapter Version. This will be held during meetings moving forward. National President Mark Riccobono shared historical context of the NFB Pledge. He encouraged all chapters to recite it in their meetings and commit to its meaning in all that we do. He also read the revised NFB belief statement. New cards with these details are available.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Sharonda moved to purchase two sets of 50 cards for a total of $40. Kurt Pare Seconded. Motion carried.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Legislative: Affiliate /National<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Jordan reports that the Arizona affiliate will come together to honor Congressman Greg Stanton for his support of our accessible autonomous vehicle legislation. Stay tuned for the event details. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Get registered to vote in the general election. Attend the upcoming voting machine presentation and interview with Rinaldo Fouler regarding voting rights access at Saavi Phoenix.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Vote yes on Prop 479 which is a renewal of the Half cent sales tax funding transportation projects/programs such as paira-transit. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Jordan reminded us that regardless of the general election outcome we work to garner support for our issues across all party lines.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Chapter Committee Reports<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Membership: Vicki Farley, Chair <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Alison and Daryle Hilliker introduced themselves and announced they are ready to make Phoenix Chapter Membership official. Their membership in the organization dates back to childhood. Their children are also active members. Daryle and daughter are planning to attend the ride share rally/protest in San Francisco this month. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Two other guests introduced themselves, Rhonda, and Travis.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Vicki reported that committee members are reaching out to everyone to provide reminders of the meetings each month and to gather the details needed for the national database. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Vicki noted that we have been reciting the NFB pledge in our business meetings since 2004.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Outreach: Vicki Farley, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>BEAM (Blind Equity Achievement Month events were reviewed. They include First Friday downtown Phoenix, Talking Book Library Newsline presentation, Phoenix Mayors Proclamation, White Cane Day at the VA, and Game Night at Saavi. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Vicki asked if we remember to get photos when attending events.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>A report on the planning progress for Game Night by Sharonda, Coordinator was provided. She invited people to attend the next meeting and volunteer.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Roy Stinson invited us to join the Blind Veterans division. Reach out to him for more information at 440-785-7587 or </span></span><a href="mailto:bigroy7447@gmail.com"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>bigroy7447@gmail.com</span></span><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'></span></span></a><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Fundraising: Betty Love, Chair.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Betty reported that the Driven Coffee Fundraiser will end October 7. She asked that we get people to give outside of the federation. The campaign is going well and special thanks to new member Dee Herron for getting many of her friends and family to purchase coffee. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Betty is giving away a prize. It will be drawn from the names of those members who let her know of their donation or their referral’s donations.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Social: Lori Kirsop, Chair <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Lori reported that The Christmas party will be Saturday December 14 from 4 to 7 PM at the Old Spaghetti Factory in Phoenix. They are preparing the agreement. Gratuity is a separate amount that will be assessed to the bill. One bill will be created and paid in full at the event. A fee for the third hour of the event in the amount of $75 is required up front to reserve the private room. The meals will include a small dessert, entre, and a non-alcohol drink. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Lori noted that the final cost will depend on the entrees that we select but a rough estimate of $37 to $38 per person is needed to enjoy the meal. Betty helped to determine this estimate based on their menu pricing. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Jordan suggested that we plan for about $40 per person.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Lori will provide the final estimate for members at the November meeting.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Prepare to prepare for your meal by the December meeting. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Macaulay moved to allocate $75 to reserve the third hour of the party at the Olde Spaghetti Factory. Sharonda seconded. Motion carried.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Nominating Committee Report: Mike Smith, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><b>Committee members were Donna S., </b>Macaulay<b>, and Rachel.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><b>Michael submitted the following slate President Joe Goode, 1<sup>st</sup> Vice President Michael Smith, 2<sup>nd</sup> Vice President </b>Macaulay Beasley, Treasure Donna Silba, Board Seats 1 Vicki Farley, and Board Seat 2 Tom Johnson. The Secretary position had no members who submitted or expressed direct interest prior to finalizing the report.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><b>Vicki moved to accept the report. Betty seconded. Motion Carried.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><b>Jordan noted that all parties must be Present to run, can’t nominate yourself, and he encouraged members to come in person for a smoother election process. He promised to provide doughnuts for those in-person. <o:p></o:p></b></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Jordan skipped affiliate and division reports in the interest of time. Send updates if any to the listserv.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>New Business<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>All are welcome to attend the Chapter Board Meeting to set the agenda for the chapter business meeting. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Chapter Election was further discussed:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Election is held during November business meeting, must be a member in good standing attending the meeting either in-person or over Zoom to vote. Open positions and election process.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>VRATE November 1 at ability 360 register at vrate.org and Volunteers Needed, contact Cindy Garfio, Co-Chair at </span></span><a href="mailto:volunteers@vrate.org"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>volunteers@vrate.org</span></span><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'></span></span></a><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'> <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Affiliate quarterly board meeting November 9, 2024 at 9:30 AM, Location TBD<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan 20- Chapter participation in Maricopa Event and the Phoenix seminar the same week.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Washington Seminar in Feb <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Philosophy Discussion: Blind Equality Achievement Month was discussed, and Jordan shared his perspective on the importance of educating the public.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>New Member Ceremony<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Alison and Daryle Hilliker and their daughters pledged to join. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Jordan read The NFB Pledge and then it was affirmed by Alison and Daryle with one objection from a five year old comedian.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Michael S. moved to accept Alison and Daryle Hilliker as members of the Phoenix Chapter. Vicki seconded. Motion carried.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>The NFB One-Minute Message was recited by the chapter.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>No Birthdays/Anniversaries were announced.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Many moved to Adjourn. The motion carried.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk145087194'><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk136542566'>Lunch was held at Flower Child coordinated by Ms. Shaffer an Associate Member.</span></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>