[NHLakesChapter] NFH of NH Revised February 2026 Mtg Notes

[andrewjharmon at gmail.com]

Hello

Looks great, just a couple of things:

 

1: Votes don’t have a “third”, it’s just motion, seconded by, then vote of “yes” and “no” or “Yay” and “Nay” if you want to stay formal.

2: I could have sworn we found out during the March meeting we were able to and voted on switching back to a boxed lunch, and discussed what those options were? (ham, roast turkey, roast beef, vegetarian)

 

Have a great rest of your weekend and see you next Saturday! Oh, and before I forget, I hope you’re feeling much better.

 

Sincerely

 

Andrew Harmon

 

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Subject: [NHLakesChapter] NFH of NH Revised February 2026 Mtg Notes

 

Hello NFB of NH friends,

 

Hoping everyone has a restful Sunday with the sunshine. Attached below are the final revisions of the February 2026 meeting notes.  I received a few emails with suggestions and edits. Thank you very much for the contributions and support! I will be sending the March meeting notes for your review today. 

 

Please let me know if you have any questions. Have a nice day!

 

Kindly,

 

Melissa Abbott

Secretary

NFH of NH





NFB of NH Lakes Region Chapter

 

February 21, 2026 Secretary Notes 

 

Start of meeting: 10:33 am

End of meeting: 12:13 pm

 

1-Deanna, 2nd-Andrew, 3rd-All in favor 

 

In Attendance, 24 total

 

President Deanna O’Brien

Vice President, Sheryl Dutton

Treasurer Dennis O’Brien 

State Treasurer Fred Fournier

Secretary Melissa Abbott

 

NFB members Andrew Harmon, Sheryl Dutton, Deb Moore, Carolyn Corrigan, Jackie Gagne, David Brownell, Nancy Downing, Kelley Snyder, Jody Ianuzzi, Suzie Hoitt, Randi Wilson, Dan Levesque, Dana Trahan, Richard Chabot, Deborah Latamore, Jean Shiner, Christopher Duffley, Scott Joffre, Brian Boyle.

 

We had a special guest, NFB member Marilyn Greene from Chicago, IL. Marilyn will be at our state convention in May 2026. Marilyn is an eight-year member who serves on the Pre-Authorized Contributions (PAC) committee under President Riccobono.

 

Belief message presented by Melissa

NFB pledge presented by David

Pledge of allegiance read by Suzie

Prayer offered by Richard

 

Treasurer's Report as of 2/4/26

 

Beginning balance $3,604.07

Interest earned $0.04

Deposits of $50.00 

Withdrawals $0.00

Ending Balance $3,654.11

 

1st-Deanna, 2nd-Sheryl, 3rd-All in favor

 

Chapter Elections were held for 2026

 

Deanna for President serving 2019-2025

Sheryl for Vice President

Melissa for Secretary

Dennis for Treasurer 

1st-Andrew, 2nd-Deb, 3rd-All in favor

Deb, Andrew, and Sheryl all in favor by acclamation for President Deanna

 

Vice President’s Report

Sheryl wished us all a Happy Valentine’s Day, stay safe & warm!

 

President Deanna’s Objectives

1) Randolph Shepard Program

Business enterprise for blind individuals

Government entities want it to be removed

NFB is in litigation now

The Army wants it removed from all dining halls

Viable employment for BVI persons

 

2) Walk for Sight May, 2026

We discussed whether to continue our 50/50 split collaboration with Future in Sight

Can we raise the $ 1,000.00 to remain eligible?

Do we still have the options for corporate matching to meet our requirements and additional fundraising for the chapter?

1-Deanna, 2nd-Andrew, 3rd-All in favor to continue to participate.

 

Kelley and Dennis will inquire if their employers will continue to participate in corporate matching for 2026. 

In the meantime, if we are raising money, consider giving it to Dennis or Kelley for corporate matching to raise more funds.

 

3) Municipal Elections presented by Jean Shiner

Please vote on Tuesday, March 10, at your town office.

A new voting device called Omni uses a controller device instead of a keyboard.

The Coalition for Blind Voters (CBV) suggests you contact your town clerk for an introduction and to continue supporting the use of the device in our elections. 

Future in Sight to hold in-person training. 

 

4) Washington Seminar Report presented by Randi Wilson

President Deanna didn’t attend due to the weather.

This was Randi’s first experience, and even though she was ill, she had an amazing experience and had support.

Randi met with representatives from Senator Shaheen and Chris Pappas’s teams.

The leadership program was valuable to Randi’s opportunity. 

Randi also learned that the event was exhausting, but the networking was incredible, and she was grateful for Avah’s support.

 

5) State Convention being held in May 2026

This year doesn’t include a box lunch, was changed to a cold plate option for $25.00 per person.

Hot plate options are also available for $30.00 per person.

The affiliate will continue to pay for a continental breakfast.

Deanna will inquire whether we can return to a box lunch, as it's easier for our community members. Updates to come in our next month’s meeting. 

 

1-Suzie, 2nd-Deb, 3rd-All in favor

 

6) Secretary’s Report

Recommendation to list chapter board members only in notes.

Melissa will send out our 2026 member list to collect emails and contact phone numbers. 

Marilyn recommended a vote on the acceptance of the secretary's notes and amendments by members.

Meeting notes will be sent out a week prior to next month's meeting for all to review in a timely manner.

Passing along my files in case of death or illness to the state President.

 

1-Deb, 2nd-Andrew, 3rd-All in favor

 

7) Fundraising Report

Hannaford Community Bag fundraising program starts March 1 and runs all month long in Nashua.

President Deanna offered to purchase bags for those who don’t live nearby.

Jean Shiner moved that the proceeds from the Hannaford Community Bag Program be distributed to the chapter, and that the proceeds from the casino fundraising event be distributed to the affiliate.

 

1-Jean, 2nd-Andrew, 3rd-All in favor

 

Other Items

Next meeting Saturday, March 21, 2026

Revised attendance member correction for Jean Shiner

 

Revised Treasurer’s Report balances for 1/2/2026

 

Beginning: $3,524.04

Interest: 0.03

Deposits: $80.00 

Withdrawals: 0

End Balance: $3,604.07

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