NCLR, CNAN FALL CAUCUS NOTES November 14, 2003 Connie Hernandez called the meeting to order at 9:15 a.m. Introductions were made across the room. Connie Hernandez then opened up the floor to the first item on the agenda. Recap of Austin – Disappointment was expressed at the low turn out of affiliates. Possible that there were too many distracting functions at Conference, which drew, affiliates away. Committees gave their reports since the last caucus in Sacramento, 2003 Executive Committee proceeded to give its report on the meeting held on 11/13/03. Jose Rodriguez stated that the topic of focus was to seek participation from affiliates. He also asked that participating/active affiliates write to neighboring affiliates who are not active and do not participate in CNAN functions. The Executive Committee also discussed developing a master calendar for CNAN dates such as legislative dates to Caucuses. Affiliate Co-Chairs Alfredo Villasenor and Elvira Diaz gave an update on the Affiliate Council -
Handed out California Affiliate Council Report Affiliate Council meetings are open for all affiliates to attend. CNAN will send word of all CNAN activities to other regions.
Elvira mentioned that there would be an organized legislative day on Capitol Hill February 23 -24 in Washington, DC. Both Elvira and Fred will be asking affiliates which issues are important to them. Once all issues are collected they will create a briefing book for reference. Cristina added that affiliates should refer to the Public Policy Briefing Book, which was available at Conference and is on the web. NCLR is not paying for affiliate travel, but is currently trying to secure very affordable hotel room rates ($65/night for a triple.) Also, there will be opportunities for affiliates to participate from the field, such as a call in day.
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