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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 style='text-indent:.5in'>NFBF, MSCC CHAPTER Minutes for SAT., May 13, 2023<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Meeting Call to Order: The NFBF, MSCC CHAPTER MEETING WAS CALLED TO ORDER AT 10:22 am.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> It was held in person and 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, Morgan Haslett, Javier Molinares. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Agenda for Chapter Meeting <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Pledge of Allegiance: Javier Molinares <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Invocational Prayer: Joyce Taylor<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>ONE MINUTE MESSAGE AND PLEDGE: Camille Tate<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'> Secretary’s Report: The April Chapter Minutes were accepted as e-mailed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'> Maria made a Motion to accept as e-mailed and Fran 2<sup>nd</sup>. The vote was unanimous<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> Camille is still seeking a Secretary and Treasurer. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Treasurer’s Report: Our opening April balance was $1,337.27. There were not many transactions; however, we paid $12.83 for Ink. I have not been doing the printing of Newsletters lately, so we may choose to do away with the Instant Ink Program and buy as needed. I have not had an Ink shipment in 8 or 9 months due to the fact that I am not running low. There was one credit for Membership dues for $30, which leaves us with $1,354.44 in our Checking.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Our opening Savings account balance for April was $1,544.34; plus 6 cents in interest. Joyce made a Motion that we accept the TREASURER’S Report and Nancy 2<sup>nd</sup>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Note: Camille spoke with PAYPAL and IRS trying to figure out why PAYPAL was not WORKING. Camille was not able to figure out from documents received from previous Treasurers from the beginning of the Chapter (Sarah or Joe and Arlene). I will continue to look through papers given to me by Nancy and figure it all out.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>Second note: There will be a large deposit in May because of monies received at the end of April. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><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: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>An open Convention Planning meeting was held on June 4<sup>th</sup>. Pre-Registration and Banquet fees have been set. $25 to Register and $50 for Banquet. After Sept. 5<sup>th</sup>, there will be an additional $5 charge each.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>We are still working on google forms, the hotel link and code are available - $115 plus tax per night. We don’t know if Affiliate is paying for one free room for each Chapter as they usually do; however, if they do, my VP is my Aalternate; so, see her to share the room. San additional room may be approved if fundraising goes well. Last year, Morgan was a first-timer and was reimbursed for his room. Same sex on rooms unless married or couples. We are still working on workshops; the Agenda and the Donation Letter will be discussed today. This Letter was sent to the Board for review prior to today’s meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>: We will edit and prepare for Letterhead and distribution later in the meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Camille discussed the various zoom calls that take place and all are invited to join on the calls. If you need assistance to get on calls let me know and I will arrange.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Discussed Greyhound and the need for better transportation.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Auction Basket and Raffle for State Convention: A budget of $225 was authorized by Board; A donated gift card (Amazon) and three additional items were purchased for Auction basket and one item will be returned; also purchased one item for Dollar Auction. We are doing a HIS and HER STACATION SPA SET. For HER, we purchased a 9piece vanilla coconut Bath and Spa Set which includes Shower Gel, Body lotion, two bath balms, exfoliating loofa gloves, Body butter, Lip balm, etc. in a compact wooden basket; and for HIM, WE HAVE A 7 PIECE Toiletry Bag: Shower Gel, Body lotion, etc. Sandalwood and AMBER SCENT Spa Kit. We will also add alcohol and a large fashionable bag to attract the women. Also purchased a portable Blue Tooth speaker for Dollar auction; and I only spent $130, and the alcohol may be able to get at no cost. We are well under our budget by $95, and we are not obligated to spend the entire budget. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>HOSPITALITY: Denise Valkema will open the room on Friday from 3 pm to 7 pm in case rooms are not available yet; however, because we are co-hosting and there are surplus members are local; the room should be covered on Fri, also Meet and Greet is from 9 to 11 pm. On Sat., we must participate to cover from 12 noon until 6 pm and again on Sun. from 12 noon until 5 pm. There will be additional members and volunteers to assist. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Next item – There will be a Leadership Conference on Friday morning. The Thurs. night room and Fri. lunch will be taken care of by the Affiliate; 2 members per Chapter or Division. There will also be a Concert on Thurs. night hosted by the Tampa Chapter.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Next, let’s review the sample donation letter – it was sent via 3e-mail, and I hope it was reviewed; are there any corrections, inserts, excerpts or corrections or questions? <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Once sample donation letter is completed on updated letterhead and signed by President Martinez or myself, I will reach out to Sam’s Club or BJ’s to get napkins, paper plates, cups with lids, plastic utensils, etc.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Also, this letter can be uploaded online to those establishments requesting, as well as taken in person with a brochure on printed Letterhead and one page about our Chapter. I will mail to some and bring final Letter to next meeting. Let me know if additional info. Is needed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Next item – World’s Finest Chocolate: We made a previous Motion to order six additional boxes of chocolates which will be delivered today for distribution. We have Morgan’s candy money, and the rest will be collected today.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Next item – Elections: Will take place in August. The positions that are up are Vice President, Treasurer, Board 2 and 3. We need a Treasurer because I should not be doing the finances as President. If no one runs for Treasurer in August, by the end of this year, I will turn it over to the State because we are in violation of our Constitution and policies of the Federation. I am able to appoint someone in August however, Nancy and I will assist whomever chooses to run for Treasurer. Also, the Secretary’s position must be filled as well. Joyce has been doing a great job, but she is the VP, not Secretary. We will work on filling both positions.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Next item – Food in Denise’s absence: Would the Board wish to authorize a budget to buy breakfast sandwiches for Sat.? Discussion was held and decided that Uber Eats would deliver to BHC. Discussion was held again about where to order sandwiches and who would pick up. Maria made a Motion to authorize breakfast from Dunkin Donuts and Morgan 2<sup>nd</sup>. No discussion, no opposes, Motion carried. Also, Motion made by Maria that Javier will use his candy money to purchase breakfast and pick up on the way to meeting; it was 2<sup>nd</sup> by Joyce; no discussion or opposers; Motion carried.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Maria discussed the Movies and Bowling. Feedback is needed today from members as to either Monday, Wed. or Fri. Majority chose Monday.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Also, Joyce will host the June Chapter meeting in my absence. I will be in Orlando at the Family Café.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>We usually do not have a July meeting because of National; however, I WILL BE BACK IN TIME FOR THE Chapter meeting. However, Thurs., June 29 for the Board meeting seems to work for everyone.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>World Finest Chocolates arrived and was distributed accordingly. Fran Munno was the winner of the gigantic one-pound chocolate bar. Morgan’s friend Howard donated $500. To our Chapter for our fundraiser. Maria will send an original thank- you card to Howard. Morgan also mentioned another $100 from George ($60 for bars and $40 for donation. Morgan turned in $560. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Last but not least, Maria has paper bus pass for emergency only.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>Nancy made a Motion that we adjourn meeting at 11:46 am and Fran 2<sup>nd</sup>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>The next Chapter meeting will be June 10, 2023.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:1.0in;text-indent:.5in'>Submitted by Joyce Taylor, VP, NFBF, MSCC<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>