REGULAR MEMBERSHIP
MEETING, Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 12 PM Via ZOOM Meeting called to order at 12:05 PM. Roll CallOfficers
present: Reskin, van Eck, Apana, Aron, Folse, Fuller. 13 members
present (a quorum). ReportsPresident Reskin reported on ongoing PBO negotiations and grievance over failure to send contracts to musicians. Van Eck reported on speakting to the Chicago Local about procedures for musicians returning to work. Secretary-Treasurer Apana reported on membership rolls and
bank balances. Good and WelfareMembers
discussed talent agencies forcing musicians to return to work in unsafe
conditions, agencies practicing age descrimination, and using MPTF
funding for performances at senior center. Gittelsohn noted that
outdoor neighborhood concerts have had good reception. van Eck noted
that the Broward Arts Council has grants for performances that could be
paired with MPTF funding. Members also discussed their experience with
unemployment claims. AdjournmentThe meeting was adjourned at 12:40 PM. |