Board Meeting/February 9, 2015

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on February 9, 2015 at 3:14PM.

All members were present. John Layne was a guest.

The minutes of the January 26, 2015 meeting were approved.

NEW MEMBERS:

None

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:

None

REINSTATE:

None

DECEASED:

None

RESIGNED:

None

ERASED:

None

 

 

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I. President’s Report

  • President Frankenfeld welcomed John Layne and explained to the Board that John was there to review the financial audit for the CMA Benefit Club.
  • The President and the bookkeeper have discussed the options concerning the Organization obtaining the capabilities of preparing the financial statements that would not require significant changes by the auditor. Mr. Frankenfeld and the Trustees have decided that it would not be cost beneficial to change its current practice. Mr. Frankenfeld and the Trustees believe it is in the best interest of the Organization to continue to retain the auditing firm to prepare its financial statements in conjunction with the year-end audit. However, management will review and approve adjusting entries, if any. Additionally, management will review and approve the financial statements, including disclosures, before they are presented to the Trustees. Management will review and approve the Form 990 and Form 5500 before they are filed.
  • Don Hurd/Joe Gaudio M/S and the financial was approved.
  • Since many members do not complete the beneficiary card there was additional discussion about how the database can be updated and completed.

II. CSO

  • Contract negotiations have begun. Management has made an initial offer and it appears to be very firm and the challenge will be to not force the management to back off from this offer. February 20 is the next scheduled round for negotiations.
  • In addition to trying to reach an early settlement it may that management wants to start an internship program assisting Latino and African-American players. Funding would come from the Mellon Foundation. Students would enroll in CCM, join the Local and receive mentoring from CSO players.
  • It was announced that Trey Devey has raised another million dollars bringing the total fundraising efforts to $18 million.
  • Percussion auditions were successful.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

I. Price List

  • President Frankenfeld announced that the price list needs to be published. Secretary Dunevant and Vice President Lambert will make sure it is updated on the website.

II. Directory

  • President Frankenfeld asked the Trustees if a current membership directory should be printed. Although the directory can be printed from the website it might be a courtesy to members requesting a hard copy. A small amount will be printed as needed.

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

 

See attached B 24950-B24970

 

The next three meetings were scheduled for Monday, February 23 at 3:30PM, Monday, March 16 at noon, and Monday, March 30 at 5:30PM followed by the quarterly general membership meeting at 7PM.

Meeting adjourned at 4:48PM.

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Board Meeting/January 26, 2015

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on January 26, 2015 at 3:32PM.

All members were present. Cameron Schlachter, guest.

The minutes of the January 12,2015 were approved as submitted with a slight housekeeping correction (194 CSO Assistant/Associate Conductor applicant videos were received).

NEW MEMBERS:

Richard Paul Harris, Trombone, 1/15/15

Frank C. Schmitt, Trombone, 1/22/15

 

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:

None

REINSTATE:

None

DECEASED:

None

RESIGNED:

None

ERASED:

None

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I. President’s Report

  • There have been no calls to the AllClear hotline.
  • The member with an outstanding loan has made contact with the office and has indicated that repayment will be able to resume.
  • Kay Casey, area jazz/swing music enthusiast has reached out to Paul. She is exploring the possibility of establishing a local Jazz Hall of Fame (JMHF). Having a JMHF with just a local emphasis would be very limited and perhaps looking to a regional concept might be better. The Trustees have discussed this in the past and agreed that there are more questions than answers at this time and it is not something to pursue without more structure being presented.
  • On-line banking has been established and is finally running. Since a debit card was required to establish online banking any use of the card would be reported to the Trustees. Receipts will be reported at Board meetings along with vouchers presented for approval.

II. CSO

  1. The Search Committee for the Associate and Assistant Conductors positions has been narrowed down. March 5 will be the auditions.
  2. The concerts this past weekend were all recorded and it included a patch session.
  3. It appears that the CSO will sign onto the IMA agreement set in 2009. Managers and players will be attending webinars to assist in understanding the agreement.
  4. Contract negotiations. Negotiations opened last Monday. Barb Jacoma felt that Ted Nelson, Chair of the Players Committee be included in all talks, including off the record meetings. There was discussion about working conditions. Management is floating an idea for a 5-year agreement that includes steady increases over the five years. It also includes certain monetary amounts for bonuses. At this point players seem to be more comfortable with a 4-year agreement. It was decided to make a counter-offer to Management that would have the extra money put into a 401b. Trey Devey and the Management legal council discussed the counter-offer. They will take the offer back to the Board. Talks seem to be very positive. This has the potential to be a first of its kind in negotiations and could serve as a model for other orchestras. The next meeting is scheduled for February 20, 2015. Trustee Joe Gaudio asked how the Players Committee members feel so far. Paul answered that he and Barb Jacoma need to do some education with the newer members about the process so that there is a clear understanding of procedure.Ballet Task Force

III. Ballet Task Force

  • The task force is currently soliciting funding to continue live music for the Ballet.

IV. Taft Concert Series

  • The January concert was a woodwind quintet and from all reports it went very well.

NEW BUSINESS:

I.  Online Dues Payment

  • After hearing a comparison between PayPal and Square Market it was decided to set up a Square Market account so that members wishing to make dues payments online may do so at their convenience. Carol Dunevant will set up the account by the end of February.

II. Musicians Ball Update

  • Carol Dunevant gave a brief update about the Ball. The Bravo Board will be meeting February 3 and she will be providing more details at that time. Tickets will still be handled through the CMA office. Lynne’s phone number (0903) is on the ticket order form. She was asked by Carol to field calls and send out forms to anyone requesting the form.

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

See attached B 24934-24949

Next meeting scheduled for February 9, 2015 at 3:00PM.

 

Meeting adjourned at 4:23PM.

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Board Meeting Minutes January 12, 2015

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on January 12, 2015 at 3:35PM.

 

All members were present.

The minutes of the December 29, 2014 meeting were approved.

 

NEW MEMBERS: None

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS: None

REINSTATE:  None

DECEASED:   None

RESIGNED:  None

ERASED:    None

 

 

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I. President’s Report

  • President Frankenfeld reported that there have been no phone calls to AllClear.

 

II. On-line Dues Payment

  • President Frankenfeld and Secretary Dunevant reported their findings regarding the possible use of PayPal or Square Market to add the convenience of on-line dues payment for members. There are no setup fees associated with either service. However, PayPal charges 2.90% plus .30 per transaction. Square Market would only assess a 2.75% fee per transaction. It was agreed to move ahead with Square Market.

III. CSO

  • Contract negotiations: It appears negotiations may be able to be completed earlier than anticipated. Management shared their plan with two members of the Player’s Committee. This coming Sunday Barb Jacoma will be arriving. Meetings are scheduled for Monday morning for a formal presentation from Management will be made to the Players. Meetings will continue on Monday afternoon and time has been scheduled for Tuesday morning, if needed. February 2 is tentatively scheduled to reconvene the meetings. Trey Devey has been able to raise $17 million toward the $20 million goal. This is a definite sign of good faith on the part of Management.

IV. Member loan

  • The Board of Trustees gave permission to President Frankenfeld to make written contact with a member who took out a small loan with the Local. While a single payment has been made to clear the loan nothing else has been remitted.

NEW BUSINESS:

I. CSO

  • The second Chamber Players was sold out. A couple of players voiced concern about the set up being in the round but following the performance the players felt it was successful. Vice President Barb Lambert voiced a concern about the difficulty navigating the Chamber Player website.
  • Searches are on for Assistant and Associate Conductors. The searches are using Dropbox for the search committee members to view videos. The committee deadline is this coming Friday. There are 140 videos to view.
  • Dates have been set for the Associate Principal Flute position. May 4, 2015 will be the preliminaries and semi-finals and finals are scheduled for the following week.

II. Taft Museum

  • There has been a cancellation and President Frankenfeld is working with John Kurokawa (clarinet) to get a group together.

III. Accent Music

  • No more physical checks exist for Accent Music. Any bills needing to be paid will be done through the General Fund.
  • The name will be registered with the State of Ohio so that we maintain rights to the business name. The Local will also maintain the phone number but the cell phone will be discontinued. Calls can be forwarded to Paul’s cell phone or just get put into the voice mail system at the office.
  • Any incoming checks will need to be made payable to Cincinnati Musicians Association.

 

 

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

See attached B 24911-24933

 

Next meeting scheduled for January 26th at 3:30PM.

Meeting adjourned at 4:35PM.

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Board Meeting December 29, 2014

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on December 29, 2014 at 12:45PM.

All members were present.

The minutes of the December 15, 2014 were approved as read.

NEW MEMBERS:

Joyce Grabel (Joyce Chan)- Viola/Violin 12/2/14

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS: None

REINSTATE: None

DECEASED: None

RESIGNED:  Douglas Fischer, bassoon. 12/31/14

ERASED: None

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  President’s Report

  • To date, there have been no phone calls to AllClear. We have not received their bill but it should be forthcoming.
  • President Frankenfeld updated the Board regarding Trish Carmichael. She is the individual that could take over the design of Overtones, the newsletter for the Local.
  • President of the Pittsburgh Local, George Clewer, has contacted Paul for scale pertaining to ballet orchestras. The Pittsburgh scale was astronomical resulting in the cessation of live music for their ballet. Mr. Clewer is looking to bring their scale more in line with other Locals and try to return to live music.
  • President of the Louisville Local, Terry O’Mahoney, requested information pertaining to vocalists. During the holidays the Louisville airport has hired musicians to perform for travellers. The Louisville Local does not have a booking agency so the airport just worked through the President to book the musicians. Fewer flights have resulted in fewer hires and there has been an issue of vocalists (non-members) circumventing the Local’s involvement. The Louisville Board has decided that vocalists should join the Local.
  • President Frankenfeld asked Trustee Joe Gaudio if he had gotten any more information regarding the Blue Wisp Big Band playing at the museum in Devou Park. Joe is still waiting to hear back from the contact person.

 

II. MPTF

  • President Frankenfeld reminded the Board that the application process is completely computerized. Any organization that receives funding will receive mailed confirmation of the amount awarded.
  • AFM President, Ray Hair, is encouraging different revenue sources to feed the fund.

III. CSO

  • Music Hall has been awarded the $25 million tax credit grant. Management is looking to the 2016-17 season to begin renovations. The CSO would likely move to the Taft Theater. There is concern about subscriber retention following the renovations. The Taft has seating for approximately 2300. Parking will be an issue as the cost of meters is increasing and the hours of operating meters will move from 6PM to 9PM, as well as Sundays, in certain areas.
  • Both the Opera and Ballet would move to new performance venues during renovations.
  • Renovation to Music Hall causes concern about the acoustics. It is hoped that more than one opinion will be sought. One acoustician has recommended that anything done acoustically should be something that could be reversed.
  • Management is investing touring possibilities during the renovation period. It would reduce the subscription period but could ease possible inconvenience to subscribers and concert attendees.

NEW BUSINESS:

I. Security Issues

  • Vice President Barb Lambert has an acquaintance that is a security consultant. The consultant also has some music background. In light of recent events Barb suggested that we hire the consultant to see if there is anything we could do to continue to increase the security of information in the office.
  • Barb suggested that we could have the consultant make a presentation at a quarterly meeting that could also address information for members with steps to increase information security in their homes. Barb feels that anything the Board can do that is preventative and proactive is important.
  • Mike Andres suggested that Barb investigate the cost of a consultant. Discussion included taking a member survey about interest in such a presentation. Members should be reminded that they are always welcome to attend any and all Board meetings if they have a concern with any issue, including security, transparency, etc.
  • President Frankenfeld suggested that Barb invite the consultant to meet with the two of them to talk about possibilities. Discussion concluded with Joe Gaudio commenting how much he appreciates the openness of the Board. He feels that levels of trust and respect have risen over the past few years allowing Trustees to bring up any issue or concern.

II. On-line Dues Payment

  • Membership Director and Trustee, Lynne Scott, asked if the Board could investigate the possibility of allowing members to make dues payments online. There are two or three possible low cost options. President Frankenfeld will talk with US Bank about possibilities and Secretary Carol Dunevant will look into PayPal and Square Market costs.

III. Playhouse in the Park

  • Trustee Mike Andres asked President Frankenfeld if he has heard anything from the Playhouse. The tribute to Rosemary Clooney is using a trio but he did not think that any of them were members of the Local. Paul has not heard anything from them in quite some time.

IV. Boar’s Head

  • The Boar’s Head Festival is this coming weekend. The contract needs to be sent. It will have 3 performances plus a rehearsal. After this year some changes may need to be implemented.

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

 

See attached B24901-24910

 

Next meeting scheduled for January 12 at 3:30PM.

 

Meeting adjourned at 2:04PM.

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Board Meeting December 15, 2014

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on December 15, 2014 at 3:37PM.

 

All members were present.

 

The minutes of the December 1, 2014 were approved with the following corrections: Section III. CSO There are high front-load fees with H&A so the CSO is interested in looking for investment companies that offer lower-fee investments. Horan began serving the needs of the orchestra in 1987 when the CSO wanted a 3rd party to manage and administer the funds. The CSO has begun looking around at other companies, but they need a minimum amount to transfer and some members do not want to change. Some of the alternatives have limited Vanguard options for investments. And Section IV. IMA Symphonic media agreements are nationally negotiated. In 2009, Cleveland wanted to make theirs only a local agreement and sued to withdraw, but a court ruling was for keeping it a national media agreement.

 

NEW MEMBERS:

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS: none

REINSTATE: none

DECEASED: none

RESIGNED:

Douglas J. Fisher – bassoon – 12/15/14

ERASED:  none

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  President’s Report

  • President Frankenfeld reported to the Trustees that the AllClear letter was originally scheduled to be mailed on December 4. Letters went out on December 9 due to some difficulties with international addresses. Because of the heavy mail deliveries associated with the holidays letters may be received on varying dates. AllClear has reported that no calls have been made to them regarding any problems.
  • President Frankenfeld has responded personally to one member who had voiced concerns.
  • Trustee Joe Gaudio suggested that perhaps another letter be sent to the membership outlining the steps that were taken by the Board when the theft was reported.

 

II. CSO

  • The Florida tour resulted in small but enthusiastic audiences. The concerts were independent of any regular season series in the area, which may have accounted for low turn out. The final night of the tour was the largest audience. There were opportunities for master classes to be presented and overall the tour was deemed a success.
  • Sarasota had a large Cincinnati presence.
  • Trey Devey was active with fund raising during the tour and the efforts saw $2.5 million committed.
  • Following the tour the Pops returned to two sold out concerts in Music Hall.
  • The orchestra has been invited to perform at Lincoln Center in January.
  • The next audition will be for the 2nd trombone position. The ad is in the IM.

III. IMA

  • The negotiations were completed and the agreement was settled on Thursday. No details have been released to date.

NEW BUSINESS:

I. MPTF

  • All forms for the MPTF have been computerized at this point.

II. United Way

  • Don Hurd made a motion to increase the contribution to the United Way from $350 to $400. Mike Andres gave the second. Motion passed unanimously.

III. Blue Wisp Big Band

  • Trustee Joe Gaudio informed the Board that the museum in Devou Park was interested in using the Wisp Band for a specific event. He wondered if a special agreement could be drawn up with regard to the payment, as it might not be according to scale. President Frankenfeld assured Joe that the request could be granted.

IV. Newsletter

  • Vice President Barb Lambert voiced her support for an outside individual be contacted to handle the Overtones newsletter. President Frankenfeld said he would contact the individual.

 

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

 

See attached B24886-24900

 

Next meeting scheduled for Monday, December 29 at 12:30PM.

 

Meeting adjourned at 4:24PM.

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Board Meeting December 1, 2014

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on December 1, 2014 at 5:30PM.

Carol Dunevant was absent but will be present for the General Meeting.

The minutes of the November 24, 2014 were approved.

 

NEW MEMBERS: None

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS: None

REINSTATE: None

DECEASED: None

RESIGNED: None

ERASED: None

 

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I. President’s Report

  • Letters from AllClear should be mailed any day now. There was a slight holdup due to international addresses.

II. CCO

  • The contract is in the final stages of ratification.
  • The Committee sent orchestra members a copy of their old CBA with the newest changes marked in red, and are using Survey Monkey to evaluate members opinions of the revision.
  • Nat Chaiken is the one to collate the results and there will be someone to oversee Nat’s impartiality.
  • The agreement would last until December 2015.

 

III. CSO

  • The CSO is evaluating the use of Horan and Associates. H&A manage the musicians’ health care funds and investments. There are high front-load fees with H&N so the CSO is interested in looking for a no-load option.
  • Horan began serving the needs of the orchestra in 1987 when the CSO wanted a 3rd party to hold and care for the funds. The CSO has begun looking around at other companies, but they need a minimum amount to transfer and some members do not want to change. Some of the alternatives have no Vanguard option for investments. There will be a meeting with the orchestra to discuss the alternatives to change where their investments are kept.
  • The Principal Clarinet audition was held Monday-Tuesday. There were 17 semi-finalists. The field was narrowed to 8 finalists who were heard Tuesday night. The list was then narrowed to 3 for final-finals. Of the Conductor’s 3 names only one was the same as the committee’s, but Langreé compromised and they were able to arrive at 3 to hear in the last round. Jonathan Gunn was declared the winner, and played his trial week starting the next day; he passed unanimously by the end of Friday concert. This decision now opens Jonathan’s vacated associate-principal clarinet position for audition. It may not be a priority because Ben Freimuth has been satisfactorily filling this position.
  • The CSO is considering the possibility of having another violin audition but it must be decided soon so that an ad can be submitted to the IM.
  • The need for the 2nd trombone and tuba positions continues as both have been filled by one year renewing contracts for several years now.
  • Management is currently attempting to raise money to add two more fully funded weeks to the calendar. The question is whether the orchestra players would rather see that money go to fund more players.
  • The possibilities for the additional weeks could include expanding the piano competition to a full week; more ballet weeks (the orchestra is not enthusiastic about this).
  • One consideration, not yet made public, is that they are looking at the 2016-2017 season for the closing of the hall for renovations. There are concerns that they might lose subscribers with a change of venue. Many groups would be inconvenienced, not to mention the touring and special events that occur there, and it will also mean closing Memorial Hall.
  • The CSO is considering something like a Beethoven cycle that year, or using smaller sized orchestra events. The Cincinnati Opera would be held at the Aronoff.
  • Contract negotiations start in January (contract expires September 2015). Trey is hoping for a 5-year agreement, so renewal time doesn’t coincide with a year out of the hall. Paul anticipates challenges negotiating with the current committee. Some members are inexperienced and may be a little unreasonable.

IV. IMA

  • Ray Hair is advocating a media strike involving live recordings during concerts. This is a concern for the CSO as they have a media project planned for January. Drawing up a document with the lawyers to even consider this would cost a fortune and still may be construed as a wildcat action on the musicians’ behalf.
  • Most orchestra representatives are not for this action in any way. Managements belong to Electronic Media Association (EMA). Symphonic collective bargaining is now bargained as a national agreement. Cleveland wanted to make theirs only a local agreement and sued to withdraw, the ruling was for keeping it a national media agreement.

NEW BUSINESS:

I. Agenda for the General Meeting.

  • Winding down Accent Music. Dismantling it to save costs. We will keep the Accent number active, and we can still do referrals for requests.
  • Paul has activated and used the office debit card. We had to obtain a card in order to do on-line banking.

 

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

See attached B 24868 – 24885

Next meeting scheduled for December 15 at 3PM.

Meeting adjourned at 6:42PM.

Minutes taken and submitted by Barbara Lambert

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Board Meeting November 24, 2014

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on November 24, 2014 at 12:35PM.

All members were present.

 

The minutes of the November 10, 2014 were approved with the following corrections: V. correction to the spelling of Barbara Jaccoma (incorrectly spelled Giacoma), and The one hour dinner break waived during the Pops tour pertains to a select group of players who are flying down separately from the rest of the musicians. The buffet mentioned will occur at the Ocean Beach performance.

 

NEW MEMBERS:

Megan Sullivan – violin – November 4, 2014

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:  None

REINSTATE:  None

DECEASED: None

RESIGNED: None

ERASED: None

 

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  President’s Report

  • President Frankenfeld updated the Board regarding engaging All Clear for any issues resulting from the theft of the laptop. Everything has been completed and the information they have requested will be converted to a .csv file and uploaded via a private and secure portal.
  • Cards for the quarterly meeting have been mailed.
  • Touring shows of ‘The Three Tenors’ and ‘Mannheim Steamroller’ will be going through the Local.
  • The office received an email from the landlord regarding ‘Matrix’ training. This training would cost $30 for any interested individuals and is training about what to do if an armed assailant were to enter the building.

II. CSO

  • A representative from the Mellon Foundation met with Paul Frankenfeld, Stacey Woolley, and Ted Nelson. The Foundation is concerned with racial diversity in orchestras. The Foundation may be interested in an internship program similar to the one in Philadelphia. President Frankenfeld will keep the Board posted to any developments.
  • Trey Devey has raised $13.5 million toward the Endowment goal.
  • The Stanton’s funded the Andre Previn piece at the last concert.
  • Yang Liu has secured the position of Associate Principal Second Violin and Stephanie Collins accepted a position in the second violin section.
  • Nathan Lutz, CSO bass section, has been hired as Assistant Personnel Manager.
  • The semi-finals for the Principal Clarinet section will commence during this meeting.

III. CCO

  • Survey Monkey will be used as the mechanism to ratify the CBA. The agreement expires December 2015.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

I.  Web presence

  • Vice President Barb Lambert is seeking input on potentially linking businesses and services that could be useful to members. An example would be someone who specializes in photographing headshots for press kits. There was some discussion about whether this would mean endorsement for these businesses or individuals. A disclaimer could be included. Barb Lambert and Carol Dunevant will put together a possible list of services/businesses that might be linked and bring a more formal presentation after the first of the New Year. It is important to increase a web presence.

 

 

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

 

See attached B 24856 – 24867

 

Next meeting scheduled for Monday, December 1 at 5:30PM followed by the Quarterly Membership meeting at 7PM.

 

Meeting adjourned at 2:47PM.

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Board Meeting November 10, 2014

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on November 10, 2014 at 3:39PM.

All members were present.

The minutes of the October 31, 2014 meeting were approved.

 

NEW MEMBERS: None

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:  None

REINSTATE:  None

DECEASED: None

RESIGNED: None

ERASED: None

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  President’s Report

  • President Frankenfeld read the cover letter that will be sent to members regarding the loss of the laptop. It had been emailed to the Trustees for their perusal prior to the meeting. It was agreed to add a statement noting that no financial information of members was on the computer. President Frankenfeld was charged with working with the company providing assistance with the situation.

II. CCO

  • President Frankenfeld gave an update on the CCO. Kelly Kuo has been named interim Director. It has been offered to let the $7 transportation remain the same for now. This will give time to assemble information from other area locals regarding transportation cost comparison.
  • Labor Council
  • It was reported that the Labor Council has been through an audit. They are also looking new office space as a way to cut cost. President Frankenfeld has urged them to look at the building where the CMA is currently located.

II. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

  • The ASO has settled. They will be opening their 70th season on Thursday evening with Beethoven’s 9th Both sides had agreed to Federal mediation. The core number of players was down to 70 and it was agreed to increase the number to 88 in four years. There will also be a 6% increase in salary by the end of the contract.

III. CSO

  • All performances for Peter Pan were played by the CSO. Carmen DeLeone reported to President Frankenfeld that he felt that services for free-lance musicians would continue for at least 3 or 4 more years. Rehearsal scale is lagging behind and should be addressed soon.
  • Contract negotiations are coming soon for the CSO and President Frankenfeld suggests that we engage Barb Giacoma. There will be a meeting soon with Trey Devey, Robert McGrath, Ted Nelson and Paul Frankenfeld.
  • There will be no patch sessions for this weekends concert recording. Three performances should provide enough material.
  • A one-hour dinner break scheduled during the Pops tour has been waived so that players can get to the hotel sooner. The players will be served a buffet from a restaurant.

IV. Member loan

  • The Board had granted a short-term loan to a member. The member had moved but Lynne Scott now has an updated address and the member is committed to repayment.

NEW BUSINESS:  None

 

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

 

See attached B 24838-24855

 

Next meeting scheduled for November 24, 2014 at 12:30PM.

 

Meeting adjourned at 4:35PM.

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Board Meeting October 31, 2014

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on October 31, 2014 at 12:34PM.

All members were present.

The minutes of the October 13,2014 meeting were approved.

NEW MEMBERS: None

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS: None

REINSTATE:  None

DECEASED:  None

RESIGNED:  None

ERASED:  None

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I.  Laptop

  • The MacBook Air was stolen from Lynne Scott’s vehicle. The Board was notified immediately and there has been considerable email communication prior to todays meeting. The case was recovered near the break-in location. The AFM was notified immediately because membership records were on the computer. The laptop is registered and has a location device. As soon as the computer is connected to the Internet the location will be sent directly to the office. President Frankenfeld has investigated various identity theft/security options and he presented two potential plans to the Board. Following 90-minutes of discussion and questions the Board of Trustees charged President Frankenfeld with engaging one of the companies to provide security for the membership in the event that information is compromised. It appears that the theft was probably an individual looking to resell for quick money but the welfare of the members is the utmost concern of the Board. The decision was to be as pro-active as possible and provide protection as quickly as possible. Membership will be notified as soon as an agreement has been signed.

II. President’s Report

  • President Frankenfeld gave the Board an update on the recent CSO auditions. Yang Liu was named the new Associate Principal Second Violin. Stephanie Collins was runner up and was offered the section position. Rachel Frankenfeld was named alternate. Percussion auditions will be in 2 weeks and auditions for the Principal Clarinet position will be on November 28.
  • Monies raised for the endowment is now around $11.5 million.

NEW BUSINESS:

I.  CCO

  • President Frankenfeld and Becky Andres went through the entire agreement with CCO legal advisor Mike Cioffi. The new festival format will run the four weeks of August and the first week of September and performances of Amahl and the Night Visitors. Mr. Cioffi argued that the agreement cost too much and have been balking at an increase in the transportation from $7 to $10. However, the CCO Board has not shared their budget with the Local as requested. Mr. Cioffi also asked President Frankenfeld for some assistance. Paul will gather information from other Locals in the region to show a comparison to the Board. If the festival format does not work they will have to reconfigure their format again.
  • The CCO will be announcing their interim conductor soon. It is between Kelly Kuo and Michael Chertock.
  • The CCO is moving their offices to Northside as part of their effort to reduce overhead.

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

 

See attached B 24816-24837

 

Next meeting scheduled for November 10 at 3:30PM. There will also be a meeting on November 24 at 12:30PM. The Quarterly General Meeting was scheduled for December 1 at 7PM with a Board meeting to precede it at 5:30PM/

 

Meeting adjourned at 2:20PM.

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Board Meeting October 13, 2014

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on October 13, 2014 at 3:44PM.

All members were present.

The minutes of the September 22,2014 were approved.

 

NEW MEMBERS:

George Carpten       Trumpet              10/10/14

Jennifer Miller Flute/Piccolo        10/10/14

Amy McCann     Clarinet             10/10/14

Joe Madrigal         Guitar/Voice         10/10/14

Caitlin Stokes       Violin               10/10/14

Taylor Ann Fleshman  Harp/Flute/Piano     10/10/14

GOOD STANDING FROM OTHER LOCALS

NEW MEMBERS:

 

REINSTATE: None

DECEASED: None

RESIGNED:  None

ERASED:  None

OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:

I. President’s Report

  • Talks with the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra are being revived. LeeAnn Anklan has sent a new proposal for the contract. There is one aspect that does not meet with approval. It appears that the Board is balking at raising the transportation price to $10. Paul will break down the costs in relationship to their budget.
  • Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is still locked out. Performances for November have been cancelled.
  • There will be auditions October 27 for Associate Principal second violin and second violin section player.
  • Trey Devey has raised about $10 million towards the CSO endowment and is looking ahead to negotiations for the new contract with the CSO.

 

 

NEW BUSINESS:

I. Concerns/Questions from the Board

  • Joe Gaudio asked President Frankenfeld if he had any ideas about how the Local can connect with younger players and encourage them to join. There was quite a bit of discussion. It was suggested that members of the Board speak with younger musicians, both members and nonmembers, and seek input about what would help with pinpointing specific thoughts.

II. Bravo Music

  • Don Hurd reported news from the latest Bravo Board meeting. They have looked at material provided from the MAC conference. They have asked Carol Dunevant to attend a meeting to discuss options for the Musicians Ball.
  • Anne Cushing-Reid has joined the Board and Joe Gaudio suggested the name Hank Mautner for a possible Board member.

THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:

 

See attached B 24780 – 24815

 

Next meeting scheduled for October 31 at 12:30PM

 

Meeting adjourned at 4:37PM.

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