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1981 Junta de Planificacion_Feb 22 1981 JUNTA DE PLA_tilEICACION North Texas Savings & Loan Association 22 de febrero, 1981 Denton, TX. 76P01 MINUTE] The meeting was opened by Frank Davila with the introduction of the following who were present: Frank I'6,rez Tonnie Ramirez Mike ilino josa Yolanda Fernandez Jose Luis Fernandez Tomasa Garcia Joba Ramirez Rosa Ramirez James Ramirez Steven Applewhite Frank Davila Ricardo Cantu Eugenia Ponce To the :question as to whether we need an Hispanic organi- zation, the members present felt that the need was evident in Denton for a representative organization. Ricardo Cantu mentioned the large Spanish-speaking population That reeds representation even though they are spread out throughout the city. The fact that they are spread doe-- not pose any difficulty according to Frank Perez. Dr. Perez also asked about the distinction between Familias Unidas and any new organization such as LULAC. Tomasa Garcia replied that the core group of Famili�is Unidas would still participate in a new organization. She also mentioned that whereas Familiar.: Unidas was primarily concerned with the education of the Non--English speaking children and in the cultural development or opportunities`, a new organization :-should go beyond these areas. Mike I11nojosa mentioned the need for voter registration, Joba Ramirez mentioned the Iiealth needs and Frank Davila mentioned the r. )nt'.ri1p Ad„f-e.t ai ecds j � _ - _ _i_r_ n., a., r:c__ duties. In response to Frank Feroz' s question as to who we are. Cantu responded that we are individuals interested in other people, and persons with an opportunity to participate in the growth of the Hispanic Community. Consensus was that goals ought to be set in order to proceed with a successful program. In regards to the committment of our time, talents, and efforts, Joba Ramirez discussed the time element and the need for an effective and aggressive organizer. Everyone agreed that the group we choose to work with (Li{LAC or Familias Unidas) is n,.t as significant as is the actual committment each member is able to provide. Rinutes - Junta de Planificacion page 2 Steven Applewhite recommended that we not decide on which organization to join but rather stud* the issues, our feelings and how we can bring both groups together. Davila suggested that we complete the Cuestionario de Informacion and carefully answer the questions on the questionnaire. Prior to the next meeting, the group is also to determine what are some goals and problem areas of concern to each individual member. Tonnie Ramirez asked that we keeu in mind the difference between the two organizations: LULAC being a more visible and aggressive organization whereas Familias Uni das was a more passicve low-key organization. This will require some changes in our approach. The meeting was adjourned with the next meeting set for: Sunday, P,Iarch 8, 1981 . W b6bNEy No r-�4- �xA f �a O ATr 4- L 6:00 PM Submitted by: Frank S. Davila, Jr.