PCD-CC Minutes 7/12/07

Democratic Party of Oregon

Polk County Central Committee Minutes

July 12, 2007

Christ Church, Monmouth, Oregon

A potluck-social was held from 6:00-7:00 PM. Alan Holland introduced Armelle Hofer from Monmouth who invited participants to attend weekly Peace Rallies at the Monmouth Park on Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00 PM.

Chair Alan Holland began the meeting at 7:02 PM. The secretary was present. Corrections and changes to the agenda were made. The next meeting will be held at the home of Kris Heath.

Minutes of the last meeting were not available.

Kris Heath moved that the minutes of the June central committee meeting be deferred until they are made available for members for review. The motion carried...

Treasurer's report:

Linda Williams submitted a written report. The organizers of the Squantum Whiffle need to notify Linda of the date and the amount of contracts entered into (for example, for musical performers) at the time they're agreed upon. Linda reported that we haven't done well on ticket sales this year.

Linda asked that people submit a reimbursement form for any expenses, explaining that it is a legal imperative that committee expenses be reported, even if the purchaser does not wish to be reimbursed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Executive Committee:

Alan Holland reported that in a conference call with other county chairs, he learned that Jackson Co. DPO wants counties to get out the food during a Get Out the Food campaign. The goal is 1000 pounds per county.

Benton County is sending care packages to "red" counties, including Polk. Some of the items to be included will assist county Democrats with decorations for events such as the Independence Day parades. Alan will send a thank you to the Benton County Democrats.

Jimmy Carter Oregon has been meeting and the World Affairs Council is on board for the purpose of getting Jimmy Carter to come to Oregon in September 2008. JCO needs money for this purpose. Some of the CC members present felt the money was a lot to ask for in September of '08, or that money raised for Carter's visit should go to the Democratic Party.

Candidate Committee:

Karen Green reported that the last meeting was held at the home of Rich Riggs. The committee is working on a brief candidates' handout. Karen reported hearing that many of our current legislators are not running for re-election, and new people will be needed to run. Brian Boquist, House District 23 incumbent will not run again.

Walt Dawson introduced himself as a resident of Falls City who is going to England in the fall and plans to work with Democrats overseas.

Jeanne Astrinsky reported that many Democrats are disenchanted with the national party, especially about the issue of immigration.

Fundraising Committee:

Linda Williams reported that the auction items for the Squantum Whiffle are many and very nice. Volunteers are needed to work at the Squantum Whiffle. Linda Williams asked those present to bring food to the food bank. The location was not stated. David Papen suggested that the food drive should be on going.

Events Committee:

John Westall reported for Kathy Smits. It was asked that when we have a speaker at Salem Electric, that it be publicized in the Statesman Journal newspaper as a public service announcement.

Jeanne Astrinsky announced that Kathken Wineries is willing to donate the proceeds at one evening's events to the Democrats. It was suggested that Polk and Marion Counties join together in this venture.

Legislative Committee:

Rich Riggs will send a summary of the legislative session on e-mail and post it on the Dem Website. Rich gave a brief oral summary.

Gloria Holland asked people to go to 50Voicesforeequality on the web to read about gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender issues. Some of the laws passed by the Oregon legislature may be referred to the ballot. Lisanne Pearcy suggested that everyone be very careful about the petitions they signto get measures on the ballot; not all measures are beneficial or clear to voters.. David Papen suggested we tie in any canvassing we do in Sept./Oct with Measure 49 and also the food drive.

NEW BUSINESS:

GOT FOOD: Alan described an effort to get the food drive accomplished. He asked that we encourage Democrats to get involved.

EYES WIDE OPEN: Alan asked if anyone in Polk County would be interested in getting the EWO exhibit brought to Dallas. Jason Brown suggested the Monmouth Peace group be notified to take it over. Alan will call Armelle Hofer.

FAIRS: August 27 is Polk County Day at the Oregon State Fair. People are asked to sign up via the web site: DPO.org. Jackie Pierce, Walt Dawson, Gloria Holland and Dennis McCaffery signed up to volunteer at the State Fair.

SUMMERFEST, etc., Suzanne Price was commended for her work at various summer festivals. Karen Green was commended for putting together the float for the Independence Parade on July 4. Jason Brown was thanked for letting the Polk Dems use his sound system during the parade.

Lisanne Pearcy asked people to volunteer for the Dallas Summerfest booth and parade and the Polk County Fair booth. Suzanne Price will send an e-mail blast with times and places for meeting at the Summerfest.

STATE CENTRAL COMMITTEE MEETING: The meeting will be held July 21 in Grants Pass from 12-4:00 PM. Most delegates are otherwise engaged, so Alan will contact alternate Connie Garcia, and he will find out if it is acceptable to send additional alternates even if they are not already elected and on file with the DPO.

*David Papen moved the nomination of Lisanne Pearcy to attend the State Central Committee meeting if it is acceptable to send an alternative. The motion passed.

Other: Jackie Pierce suggested that in the future the fundraising committee needs to report the organizational plans for the Squantum Whiffle and that more members be involved in the planning.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 PM.

Minutes taken by Gloria Holland Smith, Secretary

*Motion form was not submitted.