2011 State Convention
Friday, September 30-Sunday, October 2, 2011Capitol Plaza Hotel
405 Wilkinson Blvd
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 227-5100
[Reader's Note: For those using a GPS navigator to locate the hotel, please use the address of 405 Mero Street.]
***Make your Reservation before September 9, 2011 for the group rate!
Financial Assistance is available. Follow this link!
I am looking forward to our 64th annual State Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky, how about you? We will convene the weekend of September 30, October 1 & 2 2011 at The Capital Plaza Hotel, 405 Wilkinson Blvd., Frankfort, KY. 40601.
Room rates are $79.00 per night, per room, plus tax. When make your reservation be sure to tell the operator that you are with the NFB of Kentucky to take advantage of our rate. Reservations must be made no later than Friday, September 9th. After this day our block of rooms will be released and I cannot guarantee you a room. You should call the hotel direct at 502-227-5100.
Financial assistance will be available for those who have never received assistance from NFBK to attend a state convention. Tonia Gatton, Charles Allen and John Glisson were appointed to deal with these matters. There is an application process that must be completed and returned to John Glisson by Monday, August 22nd. You can email your application to John at john.glisson@nfbky.org or call him for assistance at 859-351-7290.
Pre-registration is a way of life around here. This system has proven to work well for everyone, and it is especially convenient for our treasurer, Mike Freholm. The costs are as follows: registration $10, luncheon and open board meeting $10, and banquet $20. Make checks and money orders payable to NFB of Kentucky and mail to, Mike Freholm 2012 Harris Way, Russell, KY 41169. Be sure to include names of all persons for whom you are registering and purchasing meal tickets. Mike must have your form and payment by Monday, September 19th. Those who miss this deadline will pay $5 extra for registration and each meal. A pre-registration form appears at the end of this article.
A registration table will be open on Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and again on Saturday morning from 8:00 until 8:45 AM. Those who have pre-registered will need to stop by to pick up your packet. Those who have not registered should do so during these scheduled times.
Tonia Gatton is in charge of planning exhibits for Friday afternoon and Evening. You will want to make time in your schedule to browse around the booths to see the latest equipment and visual aids available to the blind.
The NFB of Frankfort is hosting the Friday evening social. The members are in the process of finalizing these plans. But, I can tell you that between 9:00 and Midnight we will have a good time.
We need to plan for childcare. If you intend to bring your child or children please contact Sandra Williams at 502-807-7875, or complete the information provided on the pre-registration form. A project of this magnitude takes a great deal of time and planning. We must provide an environment that is well managed and safe for our kids. If, however, we do not hear from you by Friday, September 23rd, we will assume that you do not need our services. We will make arrangement based on the number of children who have been confirmed.
The 2011 NFBK convention will call to order promptly at 9:00 AM, Saturday, October 1st. Our morning session will include persons involved in the field of education and rehabilitation for the blind, accessible voting, and information about a successful Ebay business. We will also feature our Blinded Veterans who have sacrificed so much for us.
Our afternoon session will begin a 2:00 PM with a report from Amy Buresh, a Member of the National Board of Directors and the President of the Nebraska Affiliate. The rest of our afternoon will be devoted to legislation, resolutions, election of officers and any business that needs to be addressed.
Pamela Glisson is Chair of our resolutions committee. If you have a resolution you should contact her at pamela.roark-glisson@nfbky.org or by phone at 859-335-9282. Pamela is very astute regarding these matters.
George Stokes will chair the awards committee. Contact George at george.stokes@nfbky.org or phone him at 502-875-3111.
Please do not forget door prizes. Bring items for both men and women. If you aren't sure what is appropriate let your wallet be your guide.
For the sixth year now we are sponsoring the reverse raffle. This is such an important fund riser because the profits go directly toward paying convention expenses. The cost of a raffle ticket is $10 and you just might be the lucky winner of $500 first prize, or $250 second prize. It gets better! The first name drawn will receive $25. Then, from here on the 25th, 50th, 75th, 100th name drawn-and so on will receive $25. You have several opportunities to re-coop your initial investment plus a few extra dollars. Tickets will be sold up until we begin drawing names at the Friday night social Once the drawing begins we cannot sell any more tickets. We continue drawing throughout the convention concluding at the banquet.
We have added another fundraiser. At a State Board meeting earlier this year it was decided that we would sell NFB key chains. They are round, silver in color with Whozit on one side and NFB on the reverse side. They are well made and make wonderful gifts. We sold close to 200 at the National Convention this past summer.
Speaking of the banquet-the banquet is more than just a meal. We come together to enjoy ourselves with family and friends. We emphasize all that is good and wholesome about the National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky. We will also have the opportunity to hear a banquet address give by our National Representative, Amy Buresh. Take my word; you need to be there.
If you have any questions about the convention, or any of the activities please give me a call at 502-366-2317 or email me at cathy.jackson@nfbky.org. I look forward to seeing you.
Pre-Registration Application
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