1981 Junta de Planificacion_Feb 22 1981 JUNTA DE PLA_tilEICACION
North Texas Savings & Loan Association
22 de febrero, 1981
Denton, TX. 76P01
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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
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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.
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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
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6:00 PM
Submitted by: Frank S. Davila, Jr.