[NHLakesChapter] NFB Chapter Meeting November 2025 Secretarty Notes

Sun Dec 14 14:51:23 UTC 2025

If I haven't thanked you yet, melissa thank you

On Fri, Dec 12, 2025, 11:13 PM Kelley Snyder via NHLakesChapter <
nhlakeschapter at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Thank you Melissa for the great meeting notes and several accessible
> options. At this time, I don’t have any corrections personally.
> I would like to comment though thank you so much for such detailed,
> organized, and timely meeting notes. It certainly makes it much easier to
> recall the previous conversations.
>
> I hope everyone stays warm and cozy on this winter evening.  I look
> forward to hearing you all on the call in the morning.
>
> Cheerfully,
> Kelley Snyder
>
> On Thu, Dec 11, 2025 at 4:22 PM Melissa & Todd Abbott via NHLakesChapter <
> nhlakeschapter at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
>>
>> Hello NFB Friends & Members,
>>
>> I hope this finds you all doing well today and staying warm. Attached
>> below are the secretary's notes for November 2025. I have attached a
>> Microsoft Word version first, a Mac version second (Pages), a PDF version
>> third, and the plain-text version embedded in this email. I welcome any
>> suggestions you have for the secretary's notes and the efficiency of use.
>>
>> We are still collecting new member information and updates for the
>> release of our 2026 member list. Please send me your corrections,
>> additions, or updates, and I will incorporate them for release on January
>> 1, 2026. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me
>> directly at modeanit at gmail.com or by phone at 603-664-6763.
>> I appreciate your patience as I collect our information and update our
>> member list accordingly.
>>
>> I wish you all a blessed evening and a restful sleep. I look forward to
>> seeing everyone at our meeting on Saturday at 10:30.
>>
>> Kindly,
>> Melissa Abbott
>>
>> Word Version
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>> MacIntosh Version
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>> PDF Version
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>> Plain Text Version (below)
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>> New Hampshire Federation of The Blind (NFB)
>> Lakes Region Chapter Meeting
>>
>> Secretary’s Report
>> The meeting began on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 10:32 am
>>
>> Attendance Report
>> Those in attendance (25):
>> President, Deanna O’Brien
>> Treasurer, Dennis O’Brien
>> State Treasurer, Fred Fournier
>> Secretary, Melissa Abbott
>> Andrew Harmon, Sheryl Dutton, Deb Moore, Carolyn Corrigan, Jackie Gagne,
>> Richard “Ricky” Persons, Lillian Leroux, Lucille Leroux, David Brownell,
>> Nancy Downing, Kelley Snyder, Jody Ianuzzi, Scott Joffre, Susie Hoitt, Jean
>> Shiner, Randi Wilson, Avah Orellana, Dan Levesque, Joanne Jordon, Dana
>> Trahan, Brian
>>
>> Susie read the Pledge of Allegiance
>> David read the NFB Pledge
>> Melissa read the NFB Belief Message
>> Lillian & Lucille offered a prayer
>>
>> Treasurer Report
>> Dennis updated the chapter’s funding account for 9/30/25, as follows:
>> Beginning balance $3443.99
>> Deposits $0.00
>> Interest $0.03
>> Withdrawals $0.00
>> Ending Balance $3444.02
>> 1st motion Carolyn, 2nd Sheryl, 3rd-all in favor
>>
>> Beginning announcements
>> Randy Pierce is in the hospital (Southern Medical, Nashua). Carolyn read
>> the Facebook announcement: mitochondrial disease, a neurological disorder
>> that took his vision, has caused a new event. We all wish him well and will
>> send healing prayers to Randy and his wife.
>>
>> Tony Bonnano has passed away. Tony was instrumental to our organization
>> and members. Tony helped President Deanna secure a seat on the NFB board
>> and get Richard started in the North Country Chapter. He will be very
>> missed. Rest in peace, Tony.
>>
>> President Mark Riccobono’s Message (10/29/25 #554)
>> Thanksgiving message, NFB’s new podcast starts Monday with weekly segments
>> Blind Equality Month, Feelings of family gatherings and Federation family
>> (11/16/1940 anniversary). Reflecting on our progress as a source of
>> strength, of where we have been & where we are going.
>> 50th anniversary book, Dark Ages, 1990 Golden Anniversary “Blind Force”,
>> Walking Alone and Marching Alone (#1 podcast from book).
>> Spark conversations from insights and content from the podcast
>>
>> VP, Sheryl Dutton
>> Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!
>> Please be strong during these times.
>>
>> President Deanna’s Objectives for the meeting
>> Dana’s legislative affairs report
>> Fundraising Update
>> Chapter Elections for 2026
>> NFB State Convention 2026
>>
>> Secretary’s Report, Melissa Abbott
>> Melissa requested that the phone numbers in the Zoom chapter meeting be
>> replaced with names to ensure accurate member attendance. Dennis O’Brien
>> does his best to get everyone changed to names when they call in.
>> Melissa will send the member contact list out to members for updates.
>> Fred, 1st motion, Carolyn, 2nd, AIF 3rd.
>>
>> Fundraising Efforts
>> Gaming night registration is now complete. Waiting for dates from the
>> Gaming Commission when our position comes up in the pooling process.
>> Hannaford bags application in process; awaiting approval. Melissa will
>> reach out to the Hannaford contact to inquire about the application process.
>>
>> Legislative Director, Dana Trahan
>> Politically challenging right now; requested to table the concerns until
>> the government shutdown reopens. Please reply to the content when receiving
>> emails from the list serve for confirmation.
>>
>> Chapter Elections to be held in 2026
>> Chapter elections will be held on February 21, 2026, at the February
>> chapter meeting. Dues must be paid to vote. Please send your $10.00
>> required member dues by January 1, 2026.
>> Please send payments to Dennis O’Brien, 67 Nagle Street, Nashua, NH 03060
>> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/67+Nagle+Street,+Nashua,+NH+03060?entry=gmail&source=g>
>> .
>> Please make your check out to NFB of NH Lakes Region Chapter, and be sure
>> to put in the memo field 2026 Dues.
>>
>> Miscellaneous Items
>> Andrew noted that annual healthcare renewal plans are approaching. Be
>> aware of the new Medicaid benefit requirements.
>>
>> Spam and phishing calls
>> Report a cease-and-desist to the caller. Register for the NH state “Do
>> not call list.” Tell the caller you will contact the Attorney General’s
>> office. Please remove me from your call list.
>>
>> NFB State Convention Updates
>> State convention will be held at the Grappone Center in Concord, NH. It
>> will be a one-day event held from 8:30 to 5:00. We will discuss specifics
>> in the January 2026 chapter meeting.
>> The affiliate will pay for breakfast. Members will pay for their luncheon.
>>
>> Next Important Dates:
>> 1/26/26 WA seminar
>> 5/30/26 State convention
>> 7/3-8/26 National convention in Austin, TX
>>
>> Next meeting to be held on 12/13/25
>>
>> Meeting conclusion
>> Andrew, 1st motion, Sheryl, 2nd motion, AIF 3rd motion.
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