KCB Board Meeting – December, 2017
President Debbie Deatherage called the monthly meeting of the KCB Board of Directors to order via conference call at 7:35 PM (Eastern) on Monday, December 18, 2017. Answering the roll call were Debbie Deatherage, Joey Couch, Gerry Slusher, Rick Boggess, Carla Ruschival, Amanda Selm, Josh Gentry, Bill Wright, Sheryl Lott, Frank Campbell, Matt Selm, Bill Roberts, David Smith and Adam Ruschival. Jonathon McCarty, Deb Lewis, Dennis Runyan and Winter Renfrow were absent. Guests Elaine Weisbard and Patti Cox checked in late.
President Debbie Deatherage called for reading the November 21 board meeting minutes and summary which were distributed in advance. Frank Campbell made a motion, seconded by Adam Ruschival, to dispense with their reading and approval. The motion was approved.
Treasurer’s Report
Carla Ruschival reported November 30 balances. Bill Wright made a motion to approve the treasurer’s report. The motion was seconded by Rick Boggess and approved.
Old Business
President Deatherage inquired about interest in sending someone to the ACB President’s Meeting and Legislative Seminar on February 24-27 in Alexandria, VA. Last year KCB paid air fare, hotel (based on double occupancy), registration and some ground transportation. The monthly check from investments could cover the cost of sending someone. Attending the meeting may be worthwhile, even for those unable to go to Capitol Hill. Gerry Slusher can go but cannot do the Capitol Hill visit. It would be good to send two people with one serving as a guide if we do the Capitol Hill visit. In the past we have visited all Kentucky representatives and Senators. Alternatives might include visiting the two senators and home district representative for the person attending or visiting the two senators and all KY representatives with offices in the same building. Carla thinks the President’s Meeting and Legislative Seminar will be broadcast on ACB Radio.
New Business
Carla has received the E-Racers check for participation in the ACB Brenda Dillon Memorial Walk.
Carla indicated that KCB auction participation was up due to sharing proceeds with chapters and reported the amounts being returned to participating chapters.
Adam Ruschival asked if KCB convention thank yous have been sent out. Carla has not sent anything out. Rick Boggess sent an email thank you to Lorran Hart-Ferguson for her STABLE accounts presentation. She responded with answers to meeting questions which have been shared with Carla.
Adam Ruschival asked about the number participating in the APH Accessibility survey. They were able to talk with as many as 31 or 32 people.
President Deatherage reported that a search is underway for someone to replace retiring KSB Charitable Foundation Executive Director Rick Ricks at the end of January.
Carla Ruschival suggested doing another Crossroads conference since it has been a couple of years since the last one. We know there will be hotel space in April. In the past people from several other states have attended. There will probably not be a Midwest conference this coming year since they had one in 2017. Carla made a motion to form a committee to explore having a Crossroads conference in April 2018 and report to the board at its January 15 meeting. Amanda Selm seconded the motion which was approved. Amanda volunteered to chair the committee. Patti Cox also volunteered to serve. Anyone interested in serving should contact Amanda.
Chapter and Committee Reports
Eastern Kentucky Christian Council: Frank Campbell reported 12 people attended their Christmas party which had to be moved to December 16. They hope to meet again in March.
Northern Kentucky Council: Gerry Slusher reported eight people attended the Christmas party at their house. People brought snacks to go with the pizza and they exchanged dirty Santa gifts. “Peel to Save” cards (especially Cincinnati cards) have sold well. However, electronic cards didn’t sell.
Greater Louisville Council: David Smith reported approximately 70 people attended the Christmas With the Council party on December 2 and were treated to retired APH talking book narrator Mitzi Friedlander’s reading “The Night Before Christmas.” Roundabouts have featured cutting and gift wrapping tips. There will be scaled down Roundabouts on December 22 and 29. Things will return to normal with the January 5 Roundabout.
Tri-State Library Users Group: Adam Ruschival reported things have not been very active since the convention. Deb Lewis arranged for retired talking book narrator Mitzi Friedlander to attend Christmas With the Council. In February Library Users of America will have a long-range planning conference call. The next meeting will be in January.
Guide Dog Users of Kentuckiana: Josh Gentry thanked everyone for supporting the candy sale fundraiser. He still has some candy which he will be selling at the December 22 Roundabout.
Support Alliance of the Visually Impaired: Bill Roberts reported 13 members and 12 guests attended the December 12 Christmas party. The chicken, ham and drinks were donated by other groups while individual members donated the sides and desserts. Everyone enjoyed the games and gift exchange. Leftover meat was donated to a local nursing home and women’s shelter. Discount card sales are going well. Betty Boggess and Bill Roberts were reelected to secretary and treasurer respectively.
KCB Next Generation: Matt Selm thanked everyone who purchased chances on the wreath which raised $84. Adam Ruschival was the winner.
KCCLV: Although attendance was down for the December 14 in person meeting, Carla reported the positive response (especially from one attendee) means there will also be a December 28 meeting. Patti Cox reported the chapter picked up some new members at the state convention. Members like having a speaker during the monthly call.
PR/Membership: Rick Boggess reported the committee met on December 13. Carla reported the newsletter should go out by the end of the month. Calendar and webpage updates continue. Work on updating college contacts will resume in January. The next meeting will be on January 10.
OFB Steering Committee: Carla Ruschival reported the committee has not met.
Rick Boggess made a motion to accept chapter and committee reports. The motion was seconded by Amanda Selm and approved.
Announcements and Adjournment
Rick Boggess made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Frank Campbell and unanimously approved. The meeting adjourned at 8:50 PM.
Submitted by Rick Boggess, KCB Secretary
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