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CENTRAL OKLAHOMA CHAPTER OF THE NAIFA
March 16th, 2010 11:30 am Lunch/Meeting
Earl’s Rib Palace, 920 SW 25th, Moore, OK
The meeting was called to order at 11:50 AM by President Jerry Jones. There were 19 people in attendance. President Jones welcomed the members and acknowledged guests. Real Estate Appraiser Board member Patti Fisher was in attendance as a guest.
The written minutes of the February Chapter meeting were made available to the members for review. While the minutes were reviewed, President Jones reminded the members of the discussion of the proposed AMC legislation and the need to stay informed on the issue. A motion by Molly Leatherwood was made to accept the minutes as written and was seconded by Glenda Cordell. The motion was approved.
Glenda Cordell presented the Treasures report in written form with some oral explanation. Jim Pratt motioned the Treasures report be accepted and it was seconded by Cliff Barger. The motion passed.
Education chair Molly Leatherwood reported the FHA Current Appraisal Requirements class scheduled for March 19th might be in jeopardy due to low enrollment. She also reported two upcoming classes were scheduled, Advanced Residential Applications and Case Studies, on April 8th & 9th and a 7 Hour USPAP Update on May 21st. Molly stated there might be some opportunities for the NAIFA providing classes because of disciplinary ordered education by the Appraisal Board. Board member Patti Fisher explained the policy on Board ordered education. Dale Bynum addressed concerns about the growing number of education providers appearing in the market and the disadvantages the NAIFA has in providing cost effective education in comparison. Dale stated that he might not renew his USPAP Instructor certification for personal reasons. Dale also expressed the need for more 4 hour CE courses, explained Nationals efforts in education and the status of NAIFA providing online CE courses.
Vice-President Mike Cordell was not in attendance, so a Vice-Presidents Report was not presented.
President Jones presented Past Chapter President Don Riley and Past Chapter Secretary David Wakefield with Certificates of Appreciation for their service to the Chapter. Dale Bynum was recognized with a commemorative pocket knife for his long standing membership and distinguished service to the Chapter.
Old Business:
Patty Fisher addressed the status of the pending AMC legislation. She stated the Board was generally please with the compromises, however there were some concerns with its enforcement. Questions were asked about the cost of fees for registering an AMC in the state, how it might help with the collection of appraisal fees and enforcement issues.
She encouraged anyone interested in learning more to attend the next Appraisal Board meeting when the legislation will be discussed. She also thanked the Chapter for their commitment to education and said the Board was moving to new offices in 5 Corporate Plaza this week.
New Business:
Jim Pratt made a motion the Chapter offer to pay the $500 fee if Dale Bynum would renew his USPAP Instructor certification. Jim then made an amendment to his motion to allow the use of the $500 for either the cost of renewal or to help pay for Dale’s attendance an upcoming National conference. Sherrie Houck seconded the motion and it was passed.
Announcements:
Don Riley announced he had lists of contact information for current legislators and the members were welcome to them.
Jim Pratt motioned the meeting be adjourned with a second by Sherrie Houck. The meeting adjourned at 12:15 PM.
The free day of education drawing was won by Brian Bomar
A 4 hour CE Class on ANSI Standards was held immediately following the meeting. Several members and guest stayed to attend.
Minutes taken by
Edward L Thayer, Chapter Secretary
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