[NFBOH-Cleveland] April 2019 Cleveland Chapter Minutes to be voted on

[Regina Mason]

Suzanne,
I wanted to let you know that I will not be able to come to the sermair
next Tuesday because Tri-C is holding our graduation that day. Sorry about
that I just found out today.

On Mon, May 13, 2019, 3:00 PM Suzanne Turner <smturner.234 at gmail.com> wrote:

> April Cleveland Chapter Minutes
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> The Cleveland Chapter met on April 19, 2019 at the Cleveland Sight Center.
> There were 27 in attendance with four joining the Chapter; Connie
> Jefferson, Harold Jefferson, Jim Weiss and Destany Mathews. William Turner
> welcomed members and visitors. He also led the National Federation of the
> Blind Pledge. Then President, Suzanne led the pledge of allegiance.
> Moreover, Recording Secretary, Cheryl and President Suzanne informed
> members of those who were shut-in  and in bereavement.
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> President Suzanne brought a vote for the February and March minutes to the
> floor. They were voted and carried. Our Treasurer, Natassha was absent and
> so the Treasury report will be provided during the May 2019 Chapter meeting.
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> President Suzanne made several announcements that the Chapter weighed in
> on.
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> The first was social time.
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> It was decided that the Cleveland Chapter will gather for socialization
> with food, one hour prior to the Chapter meetings.
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> Secondly, It was announced that our May 2019 Chapter meeting will be in
> the community.
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> The location is at Saint Augustine Church.
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> It is located at, 2486 West 14 Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44109. We will
> gather between five to seven o’clock. The Church will provide light
> refreshments.
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> Thirdly, information of the 2019 National Convention was provided.
> Fourthly, Information of the 2019 State of Ohio Convention was provided.
> The location is DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus/Worthington, Columbus Ohio.
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> The price of the hotel is $89.00 per night. To make your reservation, call
> 614-885-3334.
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> Cleveland is chartering a bus to the State of Ohio Convention. The price
> is $65.00 for a round trip. To reserve your seat, a down payment of $25.00
> is due by June 21, 2019.
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> The final payment is due on August 16, 2019.
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> Please see Cleveland’s Treasurer, Natassha to pay.
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> Next, President, Suzanne provided Wilbert to talk about a fundraiser.
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> It is to sale popcorn.
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> The Board of Directors will review this further and bring it back to the
> body at the May meeting.
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> Gloria, who is the Chairperson of the Senior Committee reported that
> Cleveland will not participate in the City of Cleveland’s Senior Day this
> year. She will investigate for the Chapter to attend next year.
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> Sandy, who is the Community Engagement Chairperson reported the upcoming
> activities.
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> On April 30, 2019, Cleveland will hold a conference call with RTA,
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> On May 28, 2019, volunteers are needed for The Food Bank.
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> And on June 1, 2019, the Cleveland Sight Center’s White Cane event is
> being held at its location.
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> If anyone would like to attend, Sandy is taking a sign-up list. Sandy
> mentioned volunteering with the Sterling Center as well. She will follow-up
> on this activity if anyone is willing to volunteer.
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> Ali, who is the Chairperson for the Legislative Committee along  with
> president, Suzanne provided insight on the Columbus and Legislature
> Seminars.
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> Lastly, the former Community Engagement Chairperson, Cheryl provided an
> update on the relationship with St Adalbert Elementary School. She, Lou and
> guide dog Mateo  participated with two classrooms of children on their book
> discussion about a guide dog and a blind character.
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> Finally, Connie and Harold Jefferson will have their Membership Seromony
> during the May meeting. President, Suzanne presented them as new members
> and the Chapter voted and it carried.
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> Please make a note of the action items below:
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> Voice Box Number:
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> (641) 715-3900
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> Code: 582705
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> New Teleconference Number:
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> (605) 313-4834
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> Code: 246345
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> Suzanne Turner, President
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> (216) 990-6199
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> Natassha Ricks, Treasurer
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> (216) 376-9863
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> Note!
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> 1. Please read the minutes below from February and March to vote at the
> meeting!
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> 2. Please take a moment and like, share and promote Cleveland’s Facebook
> Page
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> https://m.facebook.com/NationalFederationOfTheBlindOfOhioClevelandChapter/
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> 3. Please ensure that your 2019 dues of $15.00 are up-to-date.
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> 4. Please prescribe to Ohio-Talk to stay informed on the know in the Ohio
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> 5. Please prescribe to Cleveland’s List Serve for all up-to-date
> information in the Cleveland Chapter.
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