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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Greeting Florida federationist,,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>As Chair of the Resolution Committee, I am pleased to invite all members to submit resolutions for consideration for our upcoming convention.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Resolutions provide an important opportunity for members to present ideas, address matters of concern, propose constructive actions, and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of our organization. Your participation and thoughtful input are essential to ensuring that our deliberations reflect the interests, priorities, and aspirations of our membership.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Members are encouraged to submit clear, concise, and well-considered resolutions that are relevant to the work and objectives of our organization. Please provide sufficient background and, where appropriate, specific recommendations or proposed actions to assist the Committee in its review.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>If you do not have the expertise of writing a resolution, do not worry, the committee will assist in constructing your ideas into proper format, keeping your ideas in order. Remember, resolutions needs to reflect blindness related issues that we are encountering in our state.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>We kindly ask that all resolutions be submitted to the Resolution Committee by August 31,2026 to allow adequate time for review and preparation before our convention.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>I strongly encourage each member to take advantage of this opportunity to have your ideas and perspectives heard. Your contributions can help shape meaningful decisions and strengthen the work of our organization.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thank you for your continued commitment, participation, and service. I look forward to receiving your resolutions and to a productive and engaging deliberation.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sincerely,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jorge Hernandez <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Chair, Resolution Committee<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Federation of the Blind of Florida <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>