[NHLakesChapter] NFB Chapter Meeting November 2025 Secretarty Notes

Sun Dec 14 14:56:45 UTC 2025

You’re welcome Carolyn! I understand your feelings and respect any decision
you make to take care of yourself.
Stay well,
Melissa

On Sun, Dec 14, 2025 at 9:52 AM Carolyn Corrigan via NHLakesChapter <
nhlakeschapter at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> 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
>>>
>>>
>>> MacIntosh Version
>>>
>>>
>>> PDF Version
>>>
>>>
>>> Plain Text Version (below)
>>>
>>> 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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