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NABNA Newsletter

Volume 13 Issue 12                                                                                    June 2007
In this Issue
NABNA Executive Board Meetings
Our Sponsors
Souvenir Journal Advertisements
Click & Pledge Online Payment System
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Greetings!
30th Anniversary Training Conference
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Hotel Registration
30th Anniversary Retirees Reception
NABNA & NOBLE Golf Tournament
2007 Conference Sponsors
NABNA & Phiadelphia Phillies
2007 Annual NABNA Executive Board Meetings
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NABNA Business Meetings will be called to order on Tuesday, July 10th at 5:00 p.m. and Friday July 13th at 4:30 p.m. during the National Training Conference
 
Nominations for the following National Executive Board Offices will be held on July 10th and  elections on July 13th:
 
  • Vice-President
  • Sergeant at Arms
  • Secretary 


Our Sponsors

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    NABNA Caribbean    Vacation Raffle &
   Spirit of Philadelpia "Midnight Cruise"
 

Spirit of Phila

 
In support of the NABNA Carroll R. Gibson Scholarship Fund and to defray the cost of Conference expenses, the National Board and Philadelphia Chapter have begun a Caribbean vacation raffle fundraiser.  raffle will consist of the following prizes:
 
1st Prize;  4 day three night stay for two at the Intercontinental Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico; American Airlines Airfare included
 
2nd Prize; $800 gift certificate from Circuit City
 
3rd Prize; $500 cash
 
There is a $5 donation for raffle tickets and you need not be present to win.  The drawing will be held at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown on July 12th during the NABNA Conference Carroll R. Gibson Scholarship Banquet.
 
To purchase raffle tickets, or to assist in the sale of raffle tickets, please contact Gregory White at 202-391-8999 or email us at nabna1@verizon.net.
 
Tickets are now on sale for the NABNA Spirit of Philadelphia Midnight Cruise on July 13th.  Tickets are $40 for this event. Proceeds for this event benefit the Carrol R. Gibson Scholarship Fund. 
 
Please mail checks or money orders to:  
 
NABNA Philadelphia Chapter
P.O. Box 40106
Philadelphia, PA 19106-9997
                                 or
Use Click & Pledge to purchase your tickets securely below or www.nabna.org.
 
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Contact us at 571-215-1698 or email us at nabna1@verizon.net with questions concerning these events
 

  NABNA Membership/National Dues


Gerald D. Chapman

 MEMBERSHIP DUES

New Membership $100.00

Membership Renewal $125.00 (Due January )

$5.00 Late Fee for current financial members who remitted from February to May)

$10.00 Reinstatement Fee (If not currently financial and/or remitted after (May 31, 2006)

Associate Membership  $50.00

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 NABNA: 

P.O. Box 7012  

Metairie, LA 70010             

 
 
Souvenir Journal Ads
 
 
This is a request to everyone interested in having their name, business, or organization placed into the 30th anniversary Conference Souvenir Journal.  Please complete the form below and submit your donation in the form of a check, money order, or by our Click & Pledge system via the NABNA Website. 

Organizations and businesses can place ads in the conference Souvenir Program Journal; Full Page $500, Half Page $250, Quarter Page $125, Business Card $50 and Individual Patrons to include patrons for Fraternity and Sorority page $25 (May the Best Fraternity or Sorority Win!!!!!).

For  $25.00 or in lieu of your name and contact information you can have your name listed on the Greek Lettered Fraternity, Sorority and/or the Free & Accepted Masons Prince Hall Affiliated pages if you are a member.

Name: Last ____________________, First ____________________ MI __________ Grade ________ (Optional) Division / Office____________________ Work Telephone # _________________ Agent ( ) Intel ( ) Diversion ( ) Support ( ) Task Force Officer ( ) Active ( ) Retired ( ) Organization ________________________________ Total Amount Due $_________ Forms can be downloaded or payments made via internet at:

Make your check or money order payable to: NABNA, P.O. Box 40106, Philadelphia, PA. 19106 
For Additional Information please contact us at:   
(571) 215-1698.  All Ads must be submitted by June 20, 2007.
 
The Philadelphia Chapter thanks you in advance for your support.
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Next Issue:

September, 2007 will contain a full 30th Annual Training Conference report and more ::

See you in Philadelphia and have a safe and wonderful summer

 

Greetings! 

Thank You for subscribing to our Newsletter, "The Channel."  "The Channel" will provide you with NABNA news and events. We encourage you to provide your comments, suggestions, news, articles, and events to us via e-mail at: nabna1@verizon.net.

 
Please take the opportunity to forward a copy of this or future editions of "The Channel" to those who may be interested.
 
As we move forward in our preparations for the for The NABNA 30th Anniversary Training Conference several events and activities have been scheduled in support of our scholarship fund and your pleasure.
 
This issue of "The Channel" will include articles concerning the 30th Annual NABNA Training Schedule, conference activities and more.  For a copy of the full conference training schedule click here.
 
Do not hesitate; make your reservations and registrations today.....

NABNA Executive Board

 

 

NABNA 30th Anniversary Training Conference 
 
 Marriott
 
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Greetings!

Monday June 18th is the deadline to make your reservations at the Marriott Downtown Hotel at the reduced rate.  For those who have made made your reservations, but have decided to cancel them, please contact Donna Miles at
(215) 861-3466
 
 We also request that you place an ad on behalf of your company or business in our Souvenir Journal. You can also participate by having your name placed on a Fraternity or Sorority page in the Journal.
 
Midnight Cruise tickets are selling fast thanks to the assistance by the Greater Philadelphia NOBLE Chapter and the Philadelphia NABCJ Chapters.  Please get your tickets today or you will miss this grand event.  This event is a fundraising event and is not included as part of your registration package.  Purchase your tickets through our website or through any click and pledge icon on this newsletter.
 
NABNA and NOBLE have joined forces for the NABNA /NOBLE Scholarship Golf Tournament.  Please see information in this edition of the Channel to receive information concerning this event. 

On July 13th the Philadelphia Phillies will take on the "World Champion St. Louis Cardinals" for "NABNA Night at the Ballpark." Get your tickets today through the Philadelphia Phillies Link in the article below.

We are attempting to schedule scenic/historic tours, and other events for conference participants. Therefore we need everyone to register now.  Planning these events to accommodate you will be a difficult task without your registrations.

NABNA Philadelphia Chapter 

For Conference Registration information and full training agenda, logon to www.nabna.org

 
                           Marriott
 
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Hotel and Conference Registration 
 

As we strive towards making our 30th Anniversary Training Conference a success, it is requested that you assist us by making your hotel reservations and conference registrations today.  As we make preparations to make our 30th Anniversary a grand event, we need your support in our planning and preparations.

The deadline for Hotel reservations at the reduced rate of $138 is Monday June 18th, and are quite sure everyone will be in attendance.  As mentioned in the National Vice President's article, there will be a Retirees reception on July 11, 2007, so we need your registrations for presentations, etc.  Tickets for non-registered participants of this event are $40.

With the addition of our State and Local Training Agenda, our state and local counterparts will begin to register at the Marriott therefore, we recommend that you make your hotel registrations now.
 
Most of the events held during the conference are in close proximity to the Marriott for your convenience. We have also begun to arrange several evening activities such as our midnight cruise, scenic tours, and events for family members and friends.  Therefore, we are requesting that you register today!!!
 
If you are planning to bring family members, please let us know. This will assist us in budgeting and planning.  "It is difficult to plan without numbers." Contact us at:
 
 nabna1@verizon.net.  

NABNA National Officers

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"Retirees Reception" scheduled for the 30th Anniversary Training Conference                
                                           

As part of the 30th Anniversary Training Conference we will recognize our retirees with a reception on the evening of Wednesday July 11th and panel discussions on Thursday July 12th.

The "Retirees Reception" will be held at the Philadelphia African American History Museum located at 701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pa. 19106.  Tickets for this event will be $40.00 for non registered conference participants.
 
This will be an excellent opportunity for new and young Special Agents, Diversion Investigators, Intelligence Research Analysts, Administrative Support Personnel, et al to mingle and to share the experiences of our retirees throughout their careers. Please make plans to attend and be a part of History.

James H. Williams

NABNA National Vice President

  Gerald D. Chapman  Gerald D. Chapman
 
NABNA / NOBLE SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT
 
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Philadelphia NABNA Chapter 

&

Greater Philadelphia NOBLE Chapter 

Scholarship Golf Tournament on Tuesday, July 10, 2007,

at the Luxurious Pine Hill Golf Course, Pine Hill, NJ. 

Gerald D. Chapman
    
   
               

Date: Tuesday July 10, 2007

Time: 0830 (Check-in)

                    0930 (Shotgun Start)

 

Entry Fee: $125.00- Checks should be made payable to: NABNA, Philadelphia Chapter, P.O. Box 40106, Philadelphia, PA, 19106-997. Attention:

 Gloria Williams, NABNA at (215) 861-3465

Art Torrance, NOBLE at 215-560-5742

 

Proceeds Benefit the NABNA Carroll R. Gibson and NOBLE Greater Philadelphia Chapter Scholarship Funds 

 

 Tournament includes: Greens and Cart Fee, coffee and donuts before shotgun start, and beverages. Registration will be accepted on a first-come first served basis, and is limited to 140 member-guest slots;

Accepting teams of 4 with a scramble format

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners

prizes also awarded for the longest Drive, closest to the pin, and Longest made putt competitions

 

 For More information: Contact NABNA at:  nabna1@verizon.net

http://www.golfpinehill.com/

 

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities:

 

  • Corporate Sponsorship Gold Package $2000

Company will have name displayed on one tee; (2)

Complimentary passes; recognition of company

at the event; listing in the tournament program

and the opportunity to promote company items

at the event.

  • Corporate Sponsorship Silver Package $1000

Company will have name displayed on one tee

(1) Complimentary pass; and a listing in the tournament program.

  • Corporate Sponsorship Bronze Package $500

Company will have name displayed on one tee;

and a listing in the tournament program.

  • Gift Certificate

Company's name will be listed in the tournament

program.

  • In-kind Prizes/Donations

Company's name will be listed in the tournament

program.

 

Tax Identification #58-1388784

 

Pine Hill 5

Mail your payment to NABNA:  P.O. Box  40106, Philadelphia, PA, 19106-997

                               
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Thanks to our Sponsors
 
It is with great appreciation and pleasure that NABNA National Executive Board acknowledge and thank our sponsors for their support.
 
As in the past the Drug Enforcement Administration continues to provide their training resources and employee support to our training program. Joining DEA this year is the Office of National Drug Control Policy, High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Program.
 
In 2006, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association became our first corporate sponsor.  The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association will provide their sponsorship again in 2007.
 
Joining the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association this year are; The Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund (FEEA), GEICO, and Wright & Company Liability Insurance.
 
It is anticipated that NABNA will receive additional sponsorships in 2007.
 
Special thanks from the Philadelphia NABNA Chapter to the DEA Philadelphia Division, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Police Department, Greater Philadelphia NOBLE Chapter, Philadelphia NABCJ Chapter, Philadelphia Guardian Civic League, Philadelphia Project Weed and Seed, Estee`Lauder Co., Williams & Associates, WRNB 107.9 FM radio, and Philadelphia WCAU NBC TV Channel 10.
 
Thanks to our sponsors and supporters for their contributions to the 2007 NABNA Training Conference.
 
Karl C. Colder
National President
 
   
 
 
                 
 
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Join the Philadelphia Phillies and NABNA for an exciting night at Citizens Bank Park

Join us for NABNA night at the ballpark on July 13th, as the Phillies take on the World Champion St. Louis Cardinals.
 
Discounted tickets are now on sale for great seats in the NABNA section. Get your tickets now by clicking the Phillies logo above.
 
The phillies will also acknowledge NABNA during the 7th inning of the game.