[Nfbf-l] Newspaper Article 2009

[davidw]

Thank You Judith, I better go get my address changed before the rates go up.

David Wermuth
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Judith Hamilton" <jrhamilton51 at earthlink.net>
To: "NFB of Florida Listserv" <nfbf-l at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Sunday, December 27, 2009 8:17 AM
Subject: Re: [Nfbf-l] Newspaper Article 2009


> David,
>
> This is an issue that has surfaced in our chapter also.  One of our long
> time members, who is sighted, is facing this issue for economic reasons.
> This person does not own a vehicle, but borrows one from friends when
> available.  The increase in the drivers license and state identification
> card fees, I believe, just increased as a result of the past legislative
> session.  In addition, for those who have state identification cards
> because we cannot get a drivers license, make sure you ask someone when
> your identification card expires.  Starting January 1, 2010 all new and
> renewal drivers licenses and state identification cards will require proof
> of birth (not a copy), 2 forms of address verification (utility bills,
> etc.).  If your identification card does not expire until 
> 2011,2012,2013,or
> 2014, you do not have to worry right now about gathering the information.
> You will be allowed one renewal online up to 2014.  It will have to be
> provided at the time of your renewal or new application.  A lot of folks
> over 65 have a zeroed out expiration date on their identification card.  I
> am not sure if the state has changed that or not.  I believe the reason 
> for
> the changes have to do with homeland security issues.  The state has
> blitzed television and radio with the public service announcement of
> "Gather, Go Get," informing people about the changes.   Another issue is
> that many driver's license agencies in rural areas were closed due to the
> budget situation in the state, which will impact many economically
> disadvantaged and physically disabled folks who have to present the
> documents when renewing or getting new driver licenses or identification
> cards.
> Best thing to do right now is contact the department of motor vehicles
> directly to find out specific information.  We probably also need to get 
> to
> know our local Legislators to make them aware of snafu's  in their
> legislation.
>
> Judy Hamilton
> Gainesville Chapter
>
>
>
>
>> [Original Message]
>> From: davidw <dwermuth1 at earthlink.net>
>> To: NFB of Florida Listserv <nfbf-l at nfbnet.org>
>> Date: 12/26/2009 7:44:58 PM
>> Subject: Re: [Nfbf-l] Newspaper Article 2009
>>
>> Great Job and wishing you success!  We too have transportation issues
> here
>> in Hernando and Pasco Countyie's.
>>
>> David Wermuth
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Debbie Ryan" <RyanDebbie at bellsouth.net>
>> To: "NFB of Florida Listserv" <nfbf-l at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: <NFBF-Leaders at yahoogroups.com>
>> Sent: Saturday, December 26, 2009 2:18 PM
>> Subject: [Nfbf-l] Newspaper Article 2009
>>
>>
>> > Hello All:
>> >   We Trust that your Christmas as well as any other Holiday you may
> have
>> > celebrated was splended.
>> > Ours was fine with the exception of struggleing to get rid of the Flu
>> > remains.
>> > My purpose for the post is to tell you that Tom, was on the front page
> of
>> > the Sun Sentinal today with colored picture.  It is a lengthy article
> on
>> > our Transportation issues here in Broward.    I haven't checked to see
> if
>> > it is on NewsLine or not.    I am very  discouraged with that.
>> >    As always there is plenty to do but we are determined to have
> victory
>> > and win the battle.
>> >
>> > For those of you that believe in prayer along with the     elbow grease
>> > please join us in prayer for success.
>> >       Wishing All A Blessed and Healthy  New Year,
>> >       Deb & Tom Ryan
>> >      Greater Broward Chapter
>> >
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