<html xmlns:v="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:vml" xmlns:o="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" xmlns:w="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:word" xmlns:m="http://schemas.microsoft.com/office/2004/12/omml" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40"><head><META HTTP-EQUIV="Content-Type" CONTENT="text/html; charset=us-ascii"><meta name=Generator content="Microsoft Word 15 (filtered medium)"><style><!--
/* Font Definitions */
@font-face
{font-family:"Cambria Math";
panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4;}
@font-face
{font-family:Calibri;
panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4;}
/* Style Definitions */
p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal
{margin:0in;
font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;}
p.yiv4169141977msonormal, li.yiv4169141977msonormal, div.yiv4169141977msonormal
{mso-style-name:yiv4169141977msonormal;
mso-margin-top-alt:auto;
margin-right:0in;
mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
margin-left:0in;
font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;}
span.EmailStyle19
{mso-style-type:personal-compose;
font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;
color:windowtext;}
.MsoChpDefault
{mso-style-type:export-only;
font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;
mso-ligatures:none;}
@page WordSection1
{size:8.5in 11.0in;
margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in;}
div.WordSection1
{page:WordSection1;}
--></style><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
<o:shapedefaults v:ext="edit" spidmax="1026" />
</xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
<o:shapelayout v:ext="edit">
<o:idmap v:ext="edit" data="1" />
</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>NFBF, MSCC Saturday, APRIL 8, 2023 CHAPTER MINUTES<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Call to Order: The NFBF, MSCC MEETING WAS CALLED TO ORDER AT 10:18 A.M. m. It was held via Zoom.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal>Roll Call: Camille Tate, Pres., Joyce Taylor, VP, Board Members: Maria Rigogliosi, and Morgan Hazlet. Javier had a previous engagement.; however, there was enough to conduct quorum.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal>Pledge of Allegiance was recited by Ralph Munno.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal>NFBF PLEDGE was done by Camille Tate<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal>NFBF ONE MINUTE PLEDGE was done by Camille Tate. This is what we call our elevator speech. za<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal>Invocation prayer done by Nancy Hallo. Remember, all faiths are welcome to do Invocational prayer. Just let Camille know ahead of time.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal>At this time Camille acknowledged our visitors, Socorro Mendez and Bill. THEY BOTH INTRODUCED THEMSELVES TO THE Chapter.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal>Camille explained briefly the rules and regs.in a nutshell, and that we are religiously, politically, and technology neutral. They both expressed they wanted to join. Also, Hattie Fredrick and Lisa Reynolds also wanted to join, so Nancy Hallo made a Motion regarding those that wished to join and Fran Munno 2<sup>nd</sup>. All were in favor.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4169141977msonormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Agenda for Board Meeting <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Secretary’s Report: Nancy Hallo made a Motion that we accept the March Chapter Minutes as e-mailed. The Motion was 2<sup>nd</sup> by Fran Munno. All were in favor and the March Minutes were archived on April 8<sup>th</sup>.9<sup>th<o:p></o:p></sup></p><p class=MsoNormal><sup><o:p> </o:p></sup></p><p class=MsoNormal><sup>Camille </sup>is still seeking a Secretary and Treasurer. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>$50. Treasurer’s Report: Camille did the February and March Treasurer’s report combined. The opening balance in checking was $590.56 for Feb. 1<sup>st</sup>. One expense for HP Instant ink was $12.83. Closing balance for Feb. was $577.73. Our Savings account’s opening balance was $2,244.10. NO TRANSAACTIONS, BUT earned 10 cents in interest. The opening balance for March’s Checking was $577.73. There was a debit of $12.83 for Instant Ink and credits FOR $20 in membership dues received in Feb. but unable to get to bank; $532.37 when we closed our Space Coast Credit Union accounts, and anticipating co-hosting the State Convention and buying WFC CANDY, WE TRANSFERRED $700 from Savings which left our Checking account with a balance of $1,337.27. March’s opening balance for Savings account was $2,244.20 , and a debit of $700 for transfer ; Earned 8 c4ents in interest and our Savings account balance is $1,544.28. Pay Pal is open but nothing in it. Square is not open yet. Total cash is $2,881.55. Some transactions that did not clear yet will be included in April’s report. Nancy suggested that Camille tell new members about PayPal . Camille informed members that we do accept PayPal but you must pay a three (3) percent fee so that we won’t incur that cost; so annual dues will be $10.31. We must pay the Affiliate $3.00 per member. Also, if paying by PayPal, send it to Melbourne @Florida.org. Joyce Taylor made a Motion that we accept the Treasurer‘s report and it was 2<sup>nd</sup> by Maria Rigogliosi; all were in favor. Bill paid dues for himself and Socorro at this time.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>President’s REPORT:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>New Business Camille forgot Checkbook and raffle tickets; however, she will send a check to Maria to give to the LaVeist family on Sat., April 22<sup>nd</sup> at funeral I will be out of town and asked Joyce to speak on my behalf. Awe give members of our Chapter $100 love offering for bereavement. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>We are co-hosting the State Convention this year and the Board has allowed a budget of $100 for Door Prizes and $225 for the two (2 auctions at the Convention . The UNUSED monies AND fundraising MONEY will be deposited directing into our Saving’s account since Checking if full and we can continue to earn 8 or 10 cents interest. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The majority of my work has been geared towards the Convention due to the fact that I am Chair of the State Convention <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Space Coast Harley Davidson Center will allow AB WOR KS/Helping Hands to host their Fundraiser on Sat. April 29<sup>th</sup> from 11 am to 4 pm. The MSCC will have a tent, table and chairs for those that wish to participate. Please let Maria know for bus transportation purposes. A Motion was made and 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Board meeting to donate $50 to Helping Hands.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>. Camille is also working on a Disability Awareness event in October; possibly a panel of all disabilities coming together bringing our disabled community within our County. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Maria asked for a date for White Cane Awareness Day ? Camille answered that it is always October 15<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> That happens to fall on a Sun., so we’ll target the week of October 8<sup>th</sup> (as close to the 15<sup>th</sup> as possible).<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Next, Camille discussed November Gala: Camille discussed our previous ideas regarding our initial Gala and Fashion show which the Contract was $15,000, entirely too much at the Crown Plaza, so we cancelled. We are now planning a smaller Gala in November 2023 at the Red Ginger. We are asking the Chapter how many people do you think we should tell the Red Ginger that we anticipate coming and what date? The Board selected Nov. 18<sup>th</sup>. Javier is still checking out other venues.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Purchase of a paper Bus Pass for Chapter Meetings has been approved. It will be held onto by Maria to assist members when needed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>State Convention and Chapter Convention Planning: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:1.0in'>The State Convention will be held Oct. 6, 7 and 8 at the Embassy Suites in Tampa, Fl. The Hotel has been renovated and breakfast is free from 6:30 A.M. to 9 am – General session starts at 9 am. Room rate is $115 plus tax and can sleep up to five, same sex please unless married or family. Camille spoke about the one assigned room for Each Chapter. Our room is taken because I need An alternate delegate and Joyce is that person. Camille explained how it all works. If we fund raise well, we can have a second room assigned. Usually, $25 is for Registration and Banquet is Probably about $50. . We do give stipends on a case- by-case need, and you must contact me personally. Last year, we paid for Morgan’s room as a first timer. It should not cost us anything to Co-Host, so if wee fund raise well, we should be good to go. Our goal is to get as many members to the Convention as possible. We will probably cover Registration and Banquet as we have been doing and if possible, stipends as well. <sup>Camille has appointed a Convention Planning Committee day which is 2nd Wed. at 8 pm. We will possibly writing letters, making phone calls, donations, etc. <o:p></o:p></sup></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:1.0in'><sup><o:p> </o:p></sup></p><p class=MsoNormal>Maria asked again who was interested in attending the free Movies with Deb Martin at the Library now in Eau Gallie, not Cocoa. Five people for Thursday for the Movies was counted beginning with once a month. Shore Lanes in Palm Bay Bowling with Jackie Yearby. Thurs.. seemed to be the best day for the majority. The price for bowling is $5 for bowling and shoes. Morgan. Fran, Joyce, Lisa and Brenda Williams, if possible. Also, Camille and Maria will attend if possible. Maria will schedule transportation for both events at $1.50 each way. Please call her at 321.795.7375 if transportation is needed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>A Motion was made by Nancy and 2<sup>nd</sup> by Maria to adjourn meeting at 12:00 p.m.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>World’s Finest Chocolate : Camille distributed candy to members at this meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The next Chapter meeting will be held on Sat. May 13, 2023.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Submitted by Dr. Joyce Taylor, VP, NFBF, MSCC<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>