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ABATE of Florida, Inc.
ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC. - HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY CHAPTER
MEETING MINUTES - DATE: 9/04/2011
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This meeting was called to order at 1:11pm. Board Members present were: Richard Nasrallah, James
Sewell, Bill Nasrallah, Barbara “Beamer” Cronk, Jim Cass, Milton Gonzalez, Steve Nasrallah, Becky
Speer and Patti Nasrallah.
1. INTRODUCTIONS & PRESIDENTS REPORT: Richard welcomed all guests and visitors. He also
introduced & welcome John Lowe as the chapter’s new Newsletter Editor. Richard led pledge of allegiance
and a moment of silence.
2. VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT: James Sewell – Nothing to Report.
3. SECRETARY’S REPORT: Beamer reported that there were no changes submitted for the chapter
meeting minutes. Motion made by Milton Gonzalez that last month’s minutes will be printed in the newsletter
and therefore do not need to be read to the chapter at this time – motion seconded by James
Sewell - Chapter voted & this motion carried.
4. TREASURER: Bill Nasrallah reported that due to the ongoing expenses for Spooks N Scoots that a
monthly treasury report was not available at this time. Bill stated that if any member had any questions
on the chapter’s financial position to please see him after the meeting. Motion made by Patti to accept
the treasurer’s report – Mike Speer seconded the motion – Chapter voted & this motion carried.
5. MEMBERSHIP TRUSTEE: Steve Nasrallah reported that the chapter has 209 members as of today.
He gave out packets for our chapter’s 4 new Life members 1) Jo-el Dampier Jr. 2) Bill Nasrallah 3
John Lowe and 4) himself. He also welcomed new member Rosa Laudermilt. He also reminded everyone
that there are 50/50 and drawing prize tickets available today – please buy some – support your
chapter. He also mentioned that he also has the State tickets for the cash drawing and if any members
have any sold ones to please turn those in w/ the monies. Beamer made a motion to accept the Membership
Report - motion seconded by Mike Speer - Chapter voted & this motion carried.
6. PRODUCTS TRUSTEE: Becky Speer reported that the Chapter shirt order is in, but new prices
needed to be determined (raw shirt prices have gone up and affected the cost the chapter has to pay for
them). She has a sign-up sheet for volunteers for Spooks N Scoots for the Products Tent and urged
people to help. She also let everyone know that if they needed anything to please let her know.
7.SERGEANT AT ARMS: Jim Cass reported that after the meeting our “work day” for Spooks N Scoots
would be taking place (inventory on the bins in the trailer). He also asked for volunteers for Security for
Spooks.
8. LEGISLATIVE TRUSTEE: Milton Gonzalez reported that session will begin soon and gave a report
on several non-motorcycle related bills. Information for these bills is available via the State website on
the Legislative page. Milton also discussed that the Tallahassee Freedom Rights Rally will be in February
in 2012 (due to changes with sessions) – he asked if you have any ideas on Bills you would like to
see ABATE of Florida, Inc. support, research, review, etc. to please let him know asap. Motion made by
Beamer to accept the Legislative Report - motion seconded by James Sewell - Chapter voted & this motion
carried.