PCD-CC Minutes 6/09
Polk County Democrats Central Committee Minutes
June 2, 2009, Salem Electric, West Salem
Chair Alan Holland called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Present were Alan Holland, Gloria Holland, Jason Brown, Lisanne Pearcy, Kathy Smits, Jackie Pierce, Rich Riggs, Linda Williams, David Papen, Jeanne Deane, Suzi Price, Peter Wells, Timothe Sealbach. Guest: Dave Frum.
Alan Holland introduced Dave Frum from Repower America who asked attendees to keep in touch with their representatives and ask them to vote to pass legislation that is environmentally friendly.
Alan led the committee in the flag salute.
There were some additions to the agenda.
Lisanne Pearcy moved and it was seconded to approve the minutes as amended and submitted. Motion passed.
REPORT FROM THE CHAIR:
Chair Alan Holland reported that a list of current representatives and senators is available at the back table. He encouraged the committee to keep in touch with our local legislators and to keep apprised of the legislation currently going through the legislature.
Alan also gave a brief report on the State Democratic Central Committee meeting that he and Jason Brown attended last week- end in LaGrande. Alan stressed the need to focus on voter registration, and also to get money for all local races. Some money comes from Future Pac, but that money only goes to state house candidates and it doesn't often go to rural candidates. A proposal was made at the State Conference to create our own PAC in the Mid-valley. We will be kept up to date on this idea.
Jason reported further on the Central Committee meeting. There was a great deal of discussion about health care reform, especially in the 5th District meeting. For more information, go online to earlblumenaur.com or to the Archimedes Project .
The Treasurer's Report was given by Linda Williams. Linda has been absent due to personal circumstances and will be able to offer an accurate treasurer's report at the next CC meeting.
NEW BUSINESS:
Timothe Sealbach, Suzi Price, and Lisanne Pearcy distributed the Meeting and Events Policy 01. Jackie Pierce moved and it was seconded to send the proposal back to the Process and Rules committee for clarification.
Consider adoption of new meeting site and schedule: Suzi Price presented results from a survey she conducted regarding holding meetings at the Polk County Courthouse. The majority were in favor of holding meetings at the Courthouse. (22 out of 27 persons contacted.)
Jason Brown moved and it was seconded that the Polk County Central Committee meet the first Thursdays in Dallas on odd numbered months and explore options for a new meeting place in West Salem on first Thursdays on even numbered months. Motion passed. David Papen abstained.
Timothe called the question. Motion passed.
Suzi asked for clarification of the motion, wanting to know what to tell the Polk County scheduler. She was advised to tell her that we will meet at the courthouse every month. It will be easier to cancel than to try to get the room after it has been cancelled.
Lisanne suggested that we keep the Bill Bradbury date and venue the general concensus. same and hold the PCD business meeting in Dallas on the first Thursday of July. The suggestion was accepted by general concensus.
July meetings:
Thursday, July 2, Polk County Dems CC meeting.
6:30 pm. County Courthouse, Dallas, Oregon
Tuesday, July 7, Former Secretary of State, Bill Bradbury will speak on "Climate Change"
6:30 pm. Christ Church, Clay and Whitman Streets, Monmouth, Oregon
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Alan distributed a sign-up sheet for various activities, which are coming up during the summer. Jason Brown volunteered to organize the July 4th parade activity.
See below for a list of volunteer opportunities.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
Suzi Price presented ideas for the Strategic Plan with an activity. Several ideas were generated so that the committee will be able to go back to committee and develop a plan.
The committee will return during the next meeting to continue the discussion of the Strategic Plan.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The next Day of Action is June 13-14, with a theme of Supporting Veterans and their Families. It was suggested that each person who wants to may write a letter to a service person, send a care package, or otherwise support the veterans on a personal level.
The Litter Patrol which had been scheduled for June has been canceled, with committee members encouraged to support the Day of Action.
The Arlie Winery Fundraiser will be held August 15. Alan will contact Kurt Schrader to see if he will be able to come.
Rich Riggs won the door prize.
Rich moved and it was seconded to adjourn. Motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 9:02 pm.
Minutes taken by Gloria Holland
The following people have signed up to volunteer:
Airlie Winery, August 15 - Kathy Smits, Joanne Timshel
Pentacle Theater Fundraiser - Lisanne Pearcy, Sue Olmstead
Buena Vista House Dinner & silent auction - Alan Holland
Donation Request Mailing - Sue Olmstead
July 4 Western Days Parade and Booth -Peter Wells, Jackie Pierce, Suzi Price, Clay Mood, Alan Holland, Gloria Holland, Jason Brown
July 23-26, Dallas Summerfest - Peter Wells, Sue Olmstead, Jackie Pierce, Clay Morod, Lisanne Pearcy
August 6-9 - Polk County Fair - Ron Dodge, Peter Wells, Sue Olmstead, Jackie Pierce, Clay Morod, Jeanne Deane, Gloria Holland
August 28 - September 7 - Oregon State Fair - Ron Dodge, Jackie Pierce, Sue Olmstead, Peter Wells, Jackie Pierce, Alan Holland, Jeanne Deanne, Gloria Holland
September 25-27 - Independence Hop & Heritage Festival -
September - Independence Mexican Fiesta - Suzi Price
COMMITTEES:
Process & Rules: Lisanne Pearcy, Timothe Seelbach, Suzi Price
Events: Kathy Smits
Communications: Rob Breyer, Clay Morod, Wendy Brokaw
Volunteer Recruitment: Clay Morod, Jackie Pierce
Fundraising: Clay Morod,
Candidate development & Support: Clay Morod
Platform & Legislative Action: