[Cagdu] Fw: Greetings from NAGDU

[Robert Stigile]

Hello Juliet,
Sunday will be best for me.
I have a meeting starting at 7:30 pm on Sunday, so I would need 
to be done by then.
So, if we went around 5:00 pm that would be great.
If you need to do this on Saturday, go ahead, and have it without 
me.
Thanks,

Robert Stigile


> ----- Original Message -----
>From: "Juliett Cody" <julietcody at cox.net
>To: <cagdu at nfbcal.org
>Date sent: Wed, 13 Jun 2007 09:35:51 -0700
>Subject: [Cagdu] Fw: Greetings from NAGDU

>Hi CAGDU ERS,

>I got in contact with Marion of NAGDU, in respond to his request 
for all of us getting together at national.  Below is his 
response.  My suggestions would be dinner either Saturday June 
30, or Sunday July 1st.  Please let me know asp .
>Love,
>JC and M  Original Message -----
>From: East Hillsborough Chapter NFBF
>To: Juliett Cody
>Sent: Wednesday, June 13, 2007 5:13 AM
>Subject: Re: Greetings from NAGDU


>Juliett,
>    I thought I was leaving that up to you, as you have several 
people to coordinate and I am fairly flexible.  I will be 
arriving on Saturday afternoon and my departure is still unsure.  
It may be as early as Tuesday or I may be staying the whole week.  
So, if we could set a time before Tuesday, I would be sure to be 
there.  The NAGDU meetings are on Saturday and Monday from 7:00 - 
10:00 p.m.  Any time other than that is fine with me.  Just check 
with the other CAGDU board members and let me know the time.  
We'll arrange the place.

>Peace!
>Marion


>  ----- Original Message -----
>  From: Juliett Cody
>  To: East Hillsborough Chapter NFBF
>  Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2007 7:31 PM
>  Subject: Re: Greetings from NAGDU


>  Hello Marion,
>  Have you figured out atime we can all get together at 
convention.  Let us know soon.  Thank, you,
>  Juliet Cody and members
>  CAGDU President
>    ----- Original Message -----
>    From: East Hillsborough Chapter NFBF
>    To: Juliet Cody ; Tina Thomas ; robert stigile ; 
kenvolonte at cox.net
>    Sent: Thursday, May 03, 2007 7:05 PM
>    Subject: Greetings from NAGDU


>    Dear All,
>        Robert gave me your contact information, so I wanted to 
take this opportunity to thank each of you personally for your 
service to the National Federation of the Blind and the national 
Association of Guide Dog Users.  Since Peter doesn't seem to have 
email, please pass this message on to him, as well.
>        The strength of the Federation is in our unity and 
collective action.  All parts of our organization work 
cooperatively to achieve our goals and our special interest 
divisions are an essential element.  As we develop state 
Affiliates and divisions our work is divided into manageable 
tasks with knowledgeable leaders.  Local leadershyip is 
essential, as you know the culture of your community and its 
leadership.  For this reason, it is easier to manage local issues 
and avocate for our constituents with local assistance.  
likewise, the national leadership can provide valuable guideance 
while creating a network that spreads across the country and 
throughout our ranks.  The work you do in California has a 
tremendous impact on the lives of all blind people.  I want to 
express my gratitude to each of you who have chosen to serve in 
our Movement and encourage you to continue serving as you feel 
led.
>        Robert has advised me that most of you will be coming to 
the national convention in Atlanta.  Though we will be together 
at the NAGDU meeting, so will a large number of others.  I would 
like to have the chance to get together with you as a group in a 
more intimate setting than our annual meeting so we can get to 
know each other and share our ideas, plans, and desires for our 
future.  There are many great places to eat near the convention, 
so let's plan on sharing a meal and some fellowship in our busy 
convention schedules.
>        Robert has told me that the NFBC convention is in 
Sacramento this year at the end of October.  My daughter is 
stationed in San Francisco with the Coast Guard and is recently 
married.  I have not yet met my new son-in-law and might be able 
to make your convention.  I'll let you know better later in the 
summer.
>        Until we meet, I wish you great success in your endeavors 
and offer you my support.  If there is anything I can do for you, 
please feel free to call upon me.  My contact information is 
below my signature.

>    Fraternally yours,

>    Marion Gwizdala, Vice President
>    National Association of Guide Dog Users
>    National Federation of the Blind
>    (813) 626-2789
>    (800) 558-8261
>    president at blind411.org