NMDA

Executive Board

From the President:  Welcome to the Nicolas Martiau Descendants Association (NMDA) website.  Through the website we hope to provide you with information about the association and, if you are interested, how to join.  Those of us who are descendants of Captain Nicolas Martiau are proud of that fact, and in the future we hope to enlighten all Americans on this early builder of our nation.  If you have any questions about the association, please do not hesitate to email any of the officers and we will try to answer your questions. 

From the Vice President:  Dale Watkins joined the NMDA as a charter member at the organization's formative meeting.  She served as Treasurer from 2000-2008, and has attended all Tributes.  Dale teaches second grade at Dumbarton Elementary School in Henrico County, Virginia.  She has written two genealogical books on her ancestors, and has two more books partially completed.  Actively involved in her church and community, she also participates in many family and historical societies.

From the Founder:  Lineal Descendants of Nicolas Martiau & Widow Jane Berekely share more than pride in our ancestral grandparents� place in history. We share a bond with those whom we�ve met through The Nicolas Martiau Descendant Association. We look forward to hearing from other "cousins", and welcoming you, your families and historians into NMDA.

From the Librarian:  We are working on a bibliography of all published materials pertaining to Nicolas Martiau and his descendants. I you know of books you would like to see included, please send the following information: Author, Title, Place, Publisher, date, # of pages and a mention of the ancestors the book includes.

Webmaster:  NMDA welcomes you to our new Web Page!  If you are a descendant of our illustrious ancestor and have found us via an internet search engine, please consider a bookmark and return visit.  Your involvement in our organization's goals and aims can only enrich your family history search.  Together we can assure that the accomplishments of our common ancestor, Nicolas Martiau, will not be lost to the ages.  

From the Newsletter Editor:  Members of NMDA are mailed newsletters each year, filled with historical information as well as news of Martiau-related events. 

From the Advisor:  As a Charter Member, I have been both Membership Chairman and Co-Editor of the quarterly newsletter with my husband, Fred, who is an Auxiliary Member. Come join us and get involved. It is a wonderful experience!

Minutes of the 2008 Tribute Business Meeting

May 30, 2008

The general meeting of the Nicolas Martiau Descendants Association was held on May 30, 2008, in York Hall, Yorktown, Virginia.  The meeting was called to order at 11:35 a.m. by President Page Warden.  Jennie Howe gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.

 Mrs. Warden welcomed the group and noted the increase of fifteen new members in the past four years.  There was no secretary�s report.

 Treasurer Dale Watkins reported a balance on hand of $10,338.67 as of May 30, 2008.  This report does not reflect all tribute expenses.

 Registrar Larry Van Horn sent a report encouraging members to please use the website.  Prospective members may also download application forms from the website. 

 Under New Business, Ann Woodlief, representing the Huguenot Society, brought brochures for distribution.  She noted that A Guide to Huguenot Williamsburg, pins, and necklaces may be purchased from the Huguenot gift shop.

 Bonnie Karwac unveiled the painting of York Fort with Nicolas Martiau surveying the scene.  She explained that the York County Historical Museum was in need of funds to complete the costs of framing the painting.  Dale Watkins moved that NMDA donate $304.00 to the York County Historical Museum for framing of the painting.  The motion was seconded and carried. 

 Mrs. Warden announced the proposed slate of officers and the floor was opened for nominations.  With no additional nominees, Sandy McDonough moved the adoption of the slate as presented.  The motion was seconded and carried, with election of the following officers:

            President � John Glynn

            Vice President � Dale Watkins

            Secretary � Carol Shrader

            Treasurer � George Walker

            Historian � Ann Woodlief

The new officers were installed by outgoing president, Page Warden.

 Wray Page commended Page Warden for her service to NMDA for the past four years.  He also recognized Jennie Howe for her excellent organization of the 2008 Tribute.

 Chip Petre offered a closing prayer.  The meeting was adjourned at 11:55 a.m.

                                                                         Dale Watkins
                                                                        Secretary Pro Tem