[NFBSF] Meeting minutes for February 13

[Monica Wegner]

National Federation of the Blind
San Francisco Chapter
Meeting Minutes
Meeting held on: Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 6:30 PM
Location: Zoom
1.	Call to Order and Introductions
Bobbi invited members to share their name, pronouns, any identities they would like to share and what makes them feel loved.
•	Board members present: Bobbi Pompey, Christina Daniels, Laura Millar, Monica Wegner, Sara Hadsell, Serena Olsen
•	Members: Jeanette T, Steven Sanith, Sherri Albers, Tarin, Jeff Buckwalter, Lisa Irving, Jamie Tomeselo, Amy Mason, Rochelle, Lisamaria Martinez, Ginnie Prince
2.	Reports
a.	Secretary’s Report
•	Monica reported that she emailed the minutes of the January 2024 meeting to the listserv.
•	A motion was made and carried to approve the Secretary’s report.
b.	Treasurer’s report
•	Sara delivered the treasurers report. Reported bank balance is $896.60. The Venmo balance is $280. Total balances are $1,176.60.
•	Sara now has Zelle and people are able to pay dues via Zelle if desired.
•	Annual dues are $10 and are payable in January. If anyone wants to pay dues and are using PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle, please use this information to pay:
Sara Hadsell, 510-387-0766, SaraAHadsell at gmail.com.
The address for payment of checks is 585 9th St, Oakland, CA 94607. If paying by PayPal, you must do it on a computer, which is where you can select that you are paying a friend, rather than purchasing an item. The PayPal phone app is set up for commercial purchases.
•	A motion was made and carried to approve the Treasurer’s report.
c.	Presidential release recap
Monica summarized President Riccobono’s monthly presidential release. A transcript of the release is available at < https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/presidential-releases/transcripts/presidential-release-535>
d.	Legislative report: Legislative information was provided in the President’s report summary.
3.	Chapter business
a.	National Convention
•	The National Convention will take place from July 3rd through July 8th in Orlando Florida at the Rosen Center hotel. Hotel rates are $129 for single and double rooms and $149 for triple and quads. There is a 13.5% tax and a $146 deposit. To reserve, call 800-204-7234.
•	If you are a first time attendee, you can apply for the Kenneth Jernigan scholarship through April 15th. The online application is available at https://nfb.org/form/kenneth-jernigan-convention-scho.
•	If you are a student and would like to apply for the NFB scholarship, applications are now open. See <https://nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/scholarship-program>
b.	State convention:
•	The NFB of California Convention will take place on March 14 through 17 in Sacramento. This will be a hybrid in-person online convention.
•	Hotel bookings are open at the Rancho Cordova. King rooms are $139 and doubles are $149. Room rates are available through February 21.
•	Registration for the Convention is open on <www.nfbcal.org> . Pre-registration is $30 and banquet tickets are $65 each. Children under 12 are admitted free.
•	NFB of California scholarships are open with an application deadline of February 18. Interested applicants can go to www.nfbcal.org and follow the links for scholarships.
•	Bobbi will be in charge of the hospitality suite. It is a place where new folks can come, ask questions, and get oriented. If you would like to volunteer for shifts to greet people and be one of the friendly faces, Please let Bobbi know.
•	We will have a go green this spring theme for our online auction basket. A motion was made and passed to donate $100 of chapter funds to auction basket items.
•	A motion was made and passed to give $50 of chapter funds to the affiliate during the role call and also donate $50 for a door prize.
c.	Chapter Elections
•	An election was held for the position of President for a two year term. Monica Wegner nominated Bobbi Pompey. Bobbi accepted and was elected by acclamation.
•	An election was held for the position of First Vice President for a two year term. Laura Millar nominated Christina Daniels. Christina accepted and was elected by acclamation.
•	An election was held for the position of Second Vice President for a two year term. Lisa Irving nominated Laura Millar. Laura accepted and was elected by acclamation.
•	An election was held for the position of Secretary for a one year term. There were no nominations for this position.
•	An election was held for a Board Member position for a term of one year. Laura Millar nominated Jeanette T. Jeanette accepted and was elected by acclamation.
4.	Bell Ringers
a.	Laura was one of 15 professionals that will help shape what people will learn in health education.
b.	Lisa and her husband called the sheriffs on an Uber driver refusal. The driver was charged with a misdemeanor.
5.	Adjourn: A motion was made and passed to adjourn the meeting.
These minutes have not been approved by the members.