[nfbmi-talk] Minutes National Federation ofthe Blindof MichiganBoard Meeting March 20, 2014

Mon Mar 31 23:36:47 UTC 2014

Hello Fred,

It is my understanding that the minutes should reflect what took place 
during the meeting. Since there was no formation of a college scholarship 
committee during this meeting, I do not believe it should be reflected in 
the minutes. As I recall it, Mark Eagle stated he would like to serve on 
this committee when I asked whether or not the state affiliate was going to 
sponsor the college scholarship program again this year. However, I do not 
recall anyone appointing a college scholarship committee during this 
meeting. I just want the minutes to adequately reflect what actually took 
place during the meeting.

Warm regards,
Elizabeth

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From: "Fred Wurtzel" <f.wurtzel at att.net>
Sent: Monday, March 31, 2014 7:14 PM
To: "'NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List'" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Minutes National Federation ofthe	BlindofMichiganBoardMeeting March 20, 2014

> Hello,
>
> There is no need to have an appropriation for scholarships to have a
> scholarship committtee.  The President may appoint any commmittees he
> chooses at any time, that is the prorogative of the President.  I am not
> sure what the issue is here.  No funds have been spent.  The Committee 
> could
> recommend a number of scholarships with certain values and the board could
> then either approve, change or reject the recommendation.  I see no issue
> here with the minutes.
>
> Warmest Regards,
>
> Fred
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfbmi-talk [mailto:nfbmi-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Elizabeth Mohnke
> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2014 7:10 PM
> To: Mark Eagle; NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Minutes National Federation of the Blindof
> MichiganBoard Meeting March 20, 2014
>
> Hello Mark,
>
> My understanding of a standing committee is one that does not need any 
> kind
> of approval to continue to exist year after year. However, since the
> decision to promote a college scholarship program is approved on a year by
> year basis, I do not see how the college scholarship committee could be
> considered a standing committee.
>
> In fact, as I understand it, the college scholarship committee has always
> been formed after the board approves the funds for the college scholarship
> program. In 2011, I formed the college scholarship committee after the 
> board
> approved the funds for the college scholarship program. In 2012 there was 
> no
> college scholarship committee as the board did not approve the funds for 
> the
> college scholarship program. Last year, in 2013, the college scholarship
> committee was again formed after the board approved the funds for the
> college scholarship program.
>
> While I do not have a problem with people stating their desire to 
> volunteer
> for this committee, I do believe it is a bit premature for the college
> scholarship committee to start working as the funds have not yet been
> approves to sponsor such a college scholarship program. Since the board 
> has
> not always approved the funds for a college scholarship program within the
> past recent years, I do not see how there could be any guarantee that this
> will indeed happen again this year.
>
> Since the board did not make any decisions in regards to the college
> scholarship committee during this meeting, I believe it should not be
> reflected this way in the minutes. For example, if the minutes simply 
> stated
> that questions and concerns regarding whether or not the state affiliate
> would once again sponsor a college scholarship program, and Mark Eagle and
> Terri Wilcox volunteered to look into this possibility further, I would 
> not
> have a problem as I believe this type of statement better reflects what
> actually took place during the meeting.
>
> Warm regards,
> Elizabeth
>
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "Mark Eagle" <markaeagle at yahoo.com>
> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2014 5:48 PM
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> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Minutes National Federation of the
> BlindofMichiganBoardMeeting March 20, 2014
>
>> Hi everyone,
>>
>> I don't think the board needs to make a motion to create the
>> scholarship committee because the scholarship committee is a standing
>> committee. Just like the resolutions committee. We don't vote every year
> to re-create it.
>>
>> As for the make up of the committee that is merely voluntary. No
>> committee by laws are in place to direct the committee at this time.
>> The three member of the committee are the state board secretary, state
>> board treasurer and 1 other at large position.
>>
>> Although money hasn't been appropriated we have had a meeting about
>> recomendations to the board. Such as scholarship dates, deadlines,
>> application and application process. Our findings will be presented to
>> the board at a future state board meeting.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Mark Eagle
>>
>>
>> ________________________________
>> From: Elizabeth Mohnke <lizmohnke at hotmail.com>
>> To: NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2014 3:04 PM
>> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Minutes National Federation of the Blind of
>> MichiganBoard Meeting March 20, 2014
>>
>>
>> Hello Terri,
>>
>> Thank you as always for producing these minutes. However, I have a
>> couple of questions I would like to ask in regards to these minutes.
>>
>> First, if I recall correctly, I do not believe Donna attended this
>> conference call. Therefore, how was it possible for her to make a
>> report during this meeting if she did not attend it in the first
>> place? If someone else gave the report during the conference call,
>> then I believe this person should be mentioned in the minutes as the
>> one who gave the report.
>>
>> Second, near the end of the minutes it states that "Mark Eagle and
>> Terri Wilcox will be on the State Affiliate  Scholarship Committee."
>> However, I do not recall any discussion or motions made to create such
>> a committee. If the state affiliate would like to sponsor a college
>> scholarship again this year, then I believe the state affiliate board
>> would need to make a motion to create such a committee and provide the
>> appropriations to spend on a scholarship  program. Since there was not
>> a motion to create such a committee during this meeting, I do not
>> believe the minutes should reflect the creation of such a committee.
>>
>> I believe the minutes should adequately reflect what actually took
>> place during the meeting, and not necessarily what should have taken
>> place during the meeting, nor intentions of what should take place
>> after the meeting.
>> Therefore, if you could please change the minutes to adequately
>> reflect who provided reports during the meeting, I would greatly
>> appreciate it.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Elizabeth
>>
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>> Subject: [nfbmi-talk] Minutes National Federation of the Blind of
>> MichiganBoard Meeting March 20, 2014
>>
>>>
>>> Minutes National Federation of the Blind of Michigan Board Meeting
>>> March 20, 2014 Quorum Larry Posont, Joe Sontag, Terri Wilcox, Mark
>>> Eagle, Derek Moore and
>>> Dave Robinson      Secretary's Report, Terri Wilcox.
>>> Dave Robinson moved to adopt the January 23 Minutes.  Derek Moore
>>> seconded the motion.  The motion passed.  Treasurer's Report, Mark
>>> Eagle.  The numbers were the same as during the Quarterly Meeting.
>>> Introduction of Participating Members President's Report, Larry
>>> Posont.  Donna Posont is having a Birding Week end.  The Agenda has
>>> been posted.  Space is still available to attend.
>>>
>>> Fund Raising Committee, Mark Eagle, Marcus Simmons and Joe Sontag.
>>> Background research was done on dividend companies.  Three companies
>>> were targeted.  The President or Board can determine how much money
>>> to put into the project.  Dividends are paid at least once a year
>>> with some paying every three or four months.  It is necessary to
>>> decide how much money to put toward dividends for the next 18 months.
>>> The Board needs a detailed report to decide whether dividends is a
>>> good way to earn more money.  Who would manage it and what taxes are
>>> involved? Leadership Seminar Follow Up.  Leadership Seminar in
>>> Michigan, Dave Robinson, Mike Powell, Mary Wurtzel, and J.J.
>>> Meddaugh.  The date is for the Michigan leadership Seminar is
>>> September 5.  Kim Mohnke and Mike Powell will create the list of
>>> invitees to the retreat.  The President can also invite.  Fred
>>> Wurtzel and Lydia Schuck are working on the program plus inviting
>>> someone from the national office to come and facilitate.  Washington
>>> Seminar Follow Up, J.J.  Meddaugh.
>>> Follow up with Walberg? Upton? Bentivolio? It is necessary to speak
>>> directly with Walberg.  Walberg is on KMI on Friday and might be
>>> reached.  The Kmi phone number and time for Walberg's visit via radio
>>> are needed.  RepresentativeCongressman Dan Kildee said he would
>>> support Teach and Subminimum Wage legislation.  National Convention,
>>> 2014, Orlando Florida July 1-6 Rosen Center Hotel.
>>>
>>> National Convention Funding Assistance? People must register for
>>> Convention, sign up to work the exhibit table and register for the
>>> banquet in order to obtain assistance.  They must also call or email
>>> Larry Posont at (313(727-3546 or (906) 387-3546 or email at
>>> president.nfbmi at gmail.com Four or five people have requested
>>> assistance for National Convention.  It is likely that people who
>>> request assistance will receive $250 unless more than twelve
>>> individuals request assistance.  A glass cup with the Braille
>>> Alphabet is a possibility as a sale item for National Convention.
>>> The mug would sell better with a lid.  Sell mugs for $10.  May 17
>>> Board Meeting/Walk-A-Thon in Lansing? The Walk-a-thon will be
>>> followed by a meeting and picnic.  Check the list serv rather website
>>> for details.  The pledge forms will be out later this week.
>>> Insurance will be obtained for the Walk-a-thon.  The Bell Program is
>>> August 4-15.
>>>
>>> Mailing List Etiquette Report by Joe Sontag and Nick Wilcox.  Nick
>>> Wilcox and Joe Sontag will develop guidelines for the listserv.
>>>
>>> Science Camp Report, Fred Wurtzel.  Science Camp is July 28 to August 1.
>>> Resolutions Update.  Marcus Simmons is helping get a Dr.  Nemeth day
>>> into the Legislature. Senator Vincent Gregory is putting together a
>>> bill.  Joe Harcz is working on Resolutions.  There was a long
>>> discussion about blind vendors at the Capitol and State Plate.
>>>
>>> The Dog Guide Committee will meet the second Sunday of each month at
>>> 6:00 via the conference line.  Old Business: A letter was written
>>> regarding the wood carving show stating that the blind should be
>>> paying to attend.  There is a vendor Fair in Lansing March
>>> 21 showing six voting machines that could be used in Michigan.
>>> Feedback is sought.  There is a form available to obtain Hava funds
>>> to improve accessibility at polling sites.  New Business: The Members
>>> at Large Chapter will meet via the conference line on Monday March 24
>>> at 6:30 P.M.  The Flint Chapter will meet on April 12 at the Flint
>>> Library.  The Meeting will be 12:00-2:00.  State Convention is at the
>>> Holiday Inn Gateway in Flint from October 10-12.
>>> Mark Eagle and Terri Wilcox will be on the State Affiliate
>>> Scholarship Committee.  Joe Sontag moved to adjourn at 9-40.  Terri
>>> Wilcox seconded the motion.  The motion passed.
>>>
>>>
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