The quarterly general business meeting of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on June 26, 2013 at 7:06 PM.

12 members were present.

Minutes from the March 18, quarterly meeting were approved.

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  Welcome

• President Frankenfeld welcomed the members and thanked them for attending in such stormy weather.

II.  National Update

• Since the last meeting San Francisco reached a settlement that has been ratified.  St. Paul finally settled but the size of the organization will be decreased and it includes significant reduction in salary.  Minnesota is still out.

III. Constitution

• Lew Mancini and Barbara Owens have notified President Frankenfeld that a mail-in ballot would be acceptable regarding the constitution revision.
• President Frankenfeld spoke about the revision process and cited as an example the removal of a particular item that discussed at length.  Section 8.04 (p) under Financial Oversight was removed by the Board after much discussion.  Joe Gaudio gave background and a historical perspective regarding the section.  Office Manager, Rhonda Gillum, spoke to John Layne’s meticulous nature regarding the audits.  President Frankenfeld and Joe Gaudio both spoke on the fact that all Board members review the financials at every meeting which totals eight individuals.  Two elected officials must sign every voucher typed up by Rhonda.

IV.  Convention Delegate/Alternate

• Due to family issues elected delegate, Rebecca Andres, may be unable to attend the convention.  As a result Lew Mancini and Barbara Owen advised President Frankenfeld that the Local hold an election for an alternate.  Members were notified by mail that if they were interested in nominating, or being nominated, as an alternate they should attend tonight’s meeting.
• Carol Dunevant nominated Vice President Barbara Lambert.  Barbara will already be in Las Vegas attending the MAC conference prior to the convention.  In accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order President Frankenfeld called for nominations three times.  Hearing no other nominations Barbara was elected by acclamation.  Rebecca Andres informed Paul that she would give at least two-week notice if it appears she would be unable to attend so that the alternate could prepare.
• President Frankenfeld reviewed some of the resolutions that will be brought to the floor at the convention.  He requested that anyone having comments or thoughts should feel free to contact him or members of the Board.  The entire set of resolutions can be found in the May issue of the International Musician.

 

OPEN DISCUSSION:

• Jose Mangual spoke about the difficulties of his Salsa band has been facing.  They have lost a considerable amount of work to DJs.  There are six or seven Latin bands in the area making it very competitive.  Many local establishments have been going with DJs since they do not require a cover charge.  Managements are simply not willing to negotiate with local groups.  Jose remarked that the same situation is also occurring in Puerto Rica.  Ensuing discussion also pointed out that the influx of personal websites have caused fewer people to use the service of Accent Music since they can contact musicians through their websites.  The topic of the expense of licensing fees arose.  The members present concurred that it would be time for a larger discussion around the fee.  The fees are so expensive that venues are priced out of hiring live music.
• Jose Mangual also updated the members present with the current situation with the Lexington Philharmonic.  The players are receiving a lot of assistance from the area Local and asked for additional support if needed.
• Ron Aufmann asked if information regarding Carol Aufmann could be placed in the next issue of ‘Overtones’.  Carol, a freelance bassoonist and member, is in need of a kidney transplant.  At this point a live donation is considered her best option.  The information will be presented in the newsletter as well as the website and individual members will be posting with Social Media sites to help bring the situation to a larger audience.  Ron suggested that for additional information people could visit kidneyregistry.org.

Meeting adjourned at 8:05PM.

 

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on July 29, 2013 at 9:20 AM.

Mike Andres was absent.

The minutes of the July 16, 2013 were approved.

NEW MEMBERS:

Jeffrey Evan O’Flynn, clarinet 6/10/13

Dan Tobin Arute, trumpet  8/01/13

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:

NONE

REINSTATE:

NONE

DECEASED:

Richard Robinson, April 22, 2013

Tom Henderson, July 25, 2013

RESIGNED:

Tom Stephens

Anna Marie Stephens

ERASED:

NONE

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  Convention Summary

• President Paul Frankenfeld gave a synopsis of the convention in Las Vegas.  Barbara Lambert also summarized the Mid America Conference meeting and Carol Dunevant reported she would be typing up and sharing information from the Public Relations Committee.
• Based on the summaries Lou Lausche commented on the performing rights costs that performance venues must pay.  Many venues get priced out of having live music because of the cost.  President Frankenfeld noted that alongside Iran, North Korea and China, the US and Canada do not have a Performance Rights Act.  This type of Act can be found elsewhere in the world.  President Frankenfeld also noted that Tina Morrison on the IEB would be the person to contact regarding possible talks with BMI, ASCAP, etc.
• President Frankenfeld concluded the convention synopsis by describing the outpouring of support for the musicians of the Minnesota Orchestra.  Don Hurd made a motion to send $500 to Local 30-73 to assist them during the lockout.  Joe Gaudio made the second.  The motion passed unanimously.

II.  Herald Trumpets/Aida

• President Frankfenfeld reported that the opera production of Aida used our herald trumpets and he will have the office bill the opera appropriately.

 

III. Carnegie

• President Frankenfeld reported that the situation at the Carnegie is not settled.  The season schedule has been posted and the KSO, led by JR Cassidy, are scheduled to perform with The Sound of Music.  There was much discussion and the discussion will continue at the next meeting.

NEW BUSINESS:

There was no new business.

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

B24225 – 24242

Next meeting scheduled for Monday, August 5, 2013 at 1:00PM.

Meeting adjourned at 10:52AM.

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on June 26, 2013 at 5:41PM.

Mike Andres was absent.

The minutes of the June 10, 2013 meeting were approved.

NEW MEMBERS:

Matthew J. Anklan, trumpet

Raquel Heredia Rodriguez, trumpet

Jeffrey Evan O’Flynn, clarinet

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:

NONE

REINSTATE:

NONE

DECEASED:

NONE

RESIGNED:

Tao Ni

Ellen Nettleton

Maurice Ellis

Jasmine Choi

ERASED:

NONE

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  Quarterly general membership meeting agenda

• The President reviewed the agenda for the quarterly meeting scheduled after the Board meeting.
• The agenda includes the process for electing an alternate convention delegate after discussion with Lew Mancini and Barbara Owens, Constitution revision, and resolutions that will be brought up at the convention.

II.  Il Divo work dues

• Work dues for the small group that performed for Il Divo in Cincinnati and Louisville will be sent to Louisville.  The dues had actually been figured into the contract.

III. COPE Dinner

• Vice President Barb Lambert gave a brief report on the event.

IV.  Post Office

• Rhonda Gillum gave a brief accounting of problems with the post office.  The difficulties include two anticipated checks have not arrived, which indicates potential forwarding issues, and another building occupant has had our mail delivered into their box by mistake. A conversation with the mailroom on the first floor will be the first step in correcting part of the problems.

V.  Convention

• President Frankenfeld reviewed two of the resolutions that will be presented at the convention.  There was brief discussion.

VI.  National News

• There is no movement in Minnesota and the season has been cancelled.
• The National Symphony Orchestra has rescheduled its debts after Bank of America called in the debts.  They are also in contract negotiations.

VII. CSO

• It has been decided that the second trombone position will be the first of three auditions.  Most likely the audition will be held in November.

VIII.  Johnny Black Memorial

• President Frankenfeld reported that after a conversation with a group in Hamilton that Local 1 will be able to donate $500 towards a memorial plaque for Johnny Black.  The name of the organization will appear on the plaque.

NEW BUSINESS:

I.  Miscellaneous

• Joe Gaudio reported on a Kickstarter Campaign project that member Brent Gallaher has initiated.

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

See attached B 24197 – 24224

The next meeting was not scheduled.

Meeting adjourned at 6:34PM.

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on June 3, 2013 at 3:06 PM by Vice President Barbara Lambert.

Paul Frankenfeld and Mike Andres were absent.

The minutes of the May 13, 2013 meeting were approved.

 

NEW MEMBERS:

Barret Newman, trumpet

Madina Malley, violin

Emily Toth, horn

Kelly Jones, trombone

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:

NONE

REINSTATE:

NONE

DECEASED:

NONE

RESIGNED:

NONE

ERASED:

NONE

 

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  Convention/Delegate

• Due to a personal issue Rebecca Andres, elected convention delegate, is concerned she may be unable to attend the convention.  Paul has spoken briefly with Lew Mancini and is waiting to hear back regarding the situation.  There will need to be an election for an alternate.

• The Board has been asked to review Resolutions 13, 14, 15, 18, and 19 to discuss at the next meeting.

NEW BUSINESS:

I.  Miscellaneous

• It was suggested that in addition to the current list of website items being worked on by Cybervise that we should add a contact form for members to submit comments, suggestions, or concerns that would be brought to Board meetings. We would explore the option of having the submission remain anonymous, if desired.
• Lynne announced that in fall quarterly membership meeting there would be 5 members honored for 50 years of membership.
• Beginning last Friday there were some problems with website login attempts. There was a series of security scans done during the current quarter and a new level of security was added.  Carol will contact Cybervise and alert them to the problem immediately after the meeting.
• Rita Line has submitted a request for a possible donation toward a permanent marker recognizing Johnny Black.  The marker would be in Hamilton, Ohio.  This will be discussed at the June 10 meeting.

 

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

See attached B 24174 – 24196

Next meeting scheduled for Monday, June 10 at 3PM.

Meeting adjourned at 4:07PM.

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on April 22, 2013 at 3:11 PM.

Mike Andres was absent.

The minutes of the April 8, 2013 meeting were approved.

NEW MEMBERS:     None

REINSTATE:     None

DECEASED:     None

RESIGNED:     None

ERASED:     None

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:     None

 

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  CSO

• There will be two concerts in Washington Park the first week of August. Both concerts will be videotaped for use on the Internet. There has been some discussion whether or not the organization should join the Integrated Media Agreement.  After conversation with the Pittsburgh Local President it was determined that since all parties are agreeable the current Audio/Visual Agreement will stand.
• The summer season will be “set in stone” by the end of May.
• Shirts for the Pops have been provided by Cintas.

II.  National News

• San Francisco and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestras have both settled talks.  San Francisco will receive a 4.5% increase but took hits on health insurance.  St. Paul finally settled but with major hits to salaries and number of players.  Minnesota shows no sign of progress at this time.

III. Musicians Ball

• The final numbers indicate an increase in ticket sales over last year.  A date for 2014 should be finalized and plans begun in May.

IV.  Associate Memberships

• At this point the idea of being able to allow associate memberships is on the back burner.  Paul will continue to speak with the IEB.

V.  Constitution Revision

• Lou Lausche made the following motion:  Constitution Revisions shall be voted on by the General Membership in the form of a mail-in ballot.  Joe Gaudio gave the second.  Following discussion it was approved unanimously provided that in addition to the revisions being available on-line, hard copies would be provided when requested.  In accordance to procedure there will be the notification, a general membership meeting and then the vote.

NEW BUSINESS:

I.  Ballet Doubling

• A written agreement is being created with regard to hire extra players or pay individuals for doubling.
• The Ballet, Opera, and May Festival subcontract the CSO and each one handles players individually.

II.  CSO Auditions

• Louie Langré will only be present for 6 weeks in his inaugural season.  This will allow for 3 auditions in March of 2014.

III. Miscellaneous

• Paul has renewed the ad for the Yellow Pages.  It will be a single ad listed as Cincinnati Musicians Association and will be found under the Entertainment heading.
• Overtones will be coming out in the next couple of weeks.
• Josh Steele at the Carnegie Center for the Visual and Performing Arts has not returned any calls to Paul regarding the use of the KSO for a show.

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

See attached B 24134 – 24150

Next meeting scheduled for Monday, May 13 at 3:15PM.

Meeting adjourned at 4:28PM.