Sorry about the late notice, but we’ve shifted the recurring e-board meetings from the first Thursday of every month to the second Tuesday of the month. The next e-board meeting will be on 7/9. I’ll post the location and other details soon. Thanks.
Jun 26
Mayoral movies at Northwest Film Forum
I’m reaching out to the 11th District Democrats in connection with upcoming films at Northwest Film Forum, which we think may be of interest to your colleagues and networks.
Next week we open our Mayoral Movies film series, which presents films selected by current candidates for Seattle mayor. The candidates have chosen these films to illustrate their personal political style and philosophy, and will be in attendance to host Q&As following each screening.
City Councilman Bruce Harrell will be presenting his screening of PAPILLON on July 7, more information here: http://www.nwfilmforum.org/live/page/calendar/2756
Peter Steinbrueck will be presenting his screening of BUDDY on July 8, more information here: http://www.nwfilmforum.org/live/page/calendar/2758
The entire film series runs July 5 – 8 at Northwest Film Forum on Capitol Hill; more information is available online: http://www.nwfilmforum.org/live/page/series/2716
We’d be grateful for your time sharing information about these film events with your colleagues and communities, and hope you can join us for the screenings.
Jun 25
March with Pride – Sunday, June 30
FROM KCDCC: Dear Fellow Colleagues at 11th LD Democrats, One of the highlights of Seattle’s summer celebrations is the Pride Parade. This year it will be held on Sunday, June 30, 2013, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We, King County Democrats, are proud to help sponsor and promote the LGBT community with our participation in this event. And we proudly invite our members and friends to join with us in walking behind the King County Democrats banner in this year’s Seattle Pride Parade, under the auspices of SO&P, Seattle Out and Proud. What: Seattle Pride Parade When: Sunday, June 30, 2013 - 11:00 Am to 3:00 PM - Where: Seattle RSVP: Sonja Rossman at 425-891-1750 Email: SonjaMR641@aol.com As members of a free and democratic society, We King County Democrats are proud to support equality – be it gender, race, religion, ethnic, marriage, sexual orientation, or economic. We do this in a variety of ways: sponsor legislation to insure these freedoms are safeguarded, support candidates who espouse these same values, and walk the path side-by-side with our LGBT neighbors, friends, colleagues, and family. So, please put the date on your calendar, invite your elected officials and endorsed candidates to join with us at the Parade. Look for our Banner – and join us as we proudly “walk the walk” of equality and freedom on Sunday, June 30, in downtown Seattle. Sonja Rossman, King County Democrats 1st Vice Chair Co-Chair – KC Democrats Pride Parade Participation with David Fish, KCDCC Treasurer,
Jun 25
Walk with Dave Upthegrove in Burien 4th of July Day Parade
Walk with Dave – hold signs and throw candy. It is fun and easy and kid-friendly. And a great way to show your support!
What: Annual Burien Independence Day Parade
When: Thursday, July 4th
Time: 3:00 pm
Where: Look for the Yellow Volkswagen Beetle at 8th Ave SW and SW 151st Street in Burien
RSVP to David Corrado at (253) 241-7433 or at upthegrovecampaign@gmail.com
After the parade, everybody is welcome to join Dave at his parents’ house on Lake Burien for some delicious BBQ, cold beer and soft drinks, swimming, party-barging and great company. Directions will be provided at the parade.
Dave is running for King County Council District 5 (currently held by Julia Patterson, who is retiring). The 11th LD endorsed Dave at our May 18 meeting.
Jun 20
Newsletter – June 2013
I know it’s a little late, but here’s the archive of the June 2013 newsletter. Sorry, I was on vacation.
Jun 20
Endorsements – Primary 2013 (Updated 6/18/2013)
Our downloadable, printable list is located here: 11th LD 2013 Endorsements 06182013
11th Legislative District Democrats – Endorsements 2013
(updated 6/18/2013)
City of Seattle
- Mayor: Bruce Harrell (http://www.electbruceharrell.com)
- Mayor: Peter Steinbrueck (https://www.peterforseattle.com)
- Council Position 2: Richard Conlin (http://www.seattle.gov/council/conlin)
- Council Position 4: Sally Bagshaw (http://sallybagshaw.com)
- Council Position 6: Nick Licata (http://www.nicklicata.org)
- Council Position 8: Mike O’Brien (http://www.obrienforseattle.com) (dual endorsement)
- Council Position 8: Albert Shen (http://albertshen.com) (dual endorsement)
- Attorney: Pete Holmes (http://www.holmesforseattle.com)
King County
- Executive: Dow Constantine (http://dowconstantine.com)
- Position 5: Dave Upthegrove (http://upthegrove.com)
- Position 9: Shari Song (https://www.facebook.com/votesharisong)
- Sheriff 9: John Urquhart (http://johnforsheriff.com)
Port of Seattle Commissioners
- Position 1: John Creighton (http://johncreighton.org)
- Position 2: Courtney Gregoire (http://courtneygregoire.com)
- Position 3: Michael Wolfe (https://www.facebook.com/WolfeforPort)
City of Tukwila
- Council Position 7: De’Sean Quinn (http://www.quinnfortukwila.com)
City of Kent
- Mayor: Tim Clark (http://timclark2013.com)
- Council Position 4: Dennis Higgins (http://www.ci.kent.wa.us/content.aspx?id=16350)
- Council Position 6: Bailey Stober (http://www.baileystober.com)
Levies and Initiatives
- Levy: King County Parks Levy (http://www.kingcounty.gov/recreation/parks/about/levy.aspx)
- I-522: Labeling of Genetically Engineered Food (http://yeson522.com)
Jun 18
Tuesday, June 18 Agenda
6:30 pm Doors Open — Renton Carpenter’s Hall
7:00 pm Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of minutes from April membership meeting
7:15 Endorsements – Intro and Rules
Seattle City Council Position 8 – Mike O’Brien and Albert Shen
King County Sheriff – John Urquhart
Port of Seattle Position 1 – John Creighton
Seattle City Council Position 6 – Nick Licata
Mayor of Kent – Tim Clark*
King County Parks Levy
I-522 – Label Genetically Engineered Foods
7:45 Appointments – PCOs, Parliamentarian
7:50 Raffle
BREAK
8:00 Updates from our Olympia Delegation (providing they are able to escape for a bit)
8:30 Reports – 2 minutes per report
Chair’s Report Holly Krejci
Treasurer’s Report Rick Polintan
WSDCC Report Kate Kruller/Marvin Rosete
KCDCC Report Michael Neher
PCO Team George Summers/Wayne Severson
8:40 Good of the Order/Announcements – 2 minutes per speaker
9:00 Adjourn
*Providing the body approves amending the agenda to include this info.
Not included on agenda published in newsletter. Interview was scheduled
after publication deadline.
Jun 15
Monday, June 18 – 11th LD Meeting
Join us for our June meeting. 7 pm at the Carpenters Hall in Renton. Agenda includes endorsements of candidates and a visit from or state reps (providing they can escape from Olypmia).
See you there.
Jun 05
Advertising space on the 11th LD Website
Yes, your campaign or business can purchase advertising space on the 11th LD’s Website. Our rates are pretty reasonable and we offer exposure to plenty of viewers every month. A simple ad buy will get you an advertisement on the website and our newsletter for a month.
Recently, Peter Steinbrueck’s campaign for Mayor of Seattle purchased an ad (which you see in this post). You can too. If you’re with a campaign and you’ve received an endorsement, check out the details:
Jun 04
Neighbors Aim To Improve Broadband in Underserved Neighborhoods
I don’t often get on my soapbox and use my position as webmaster to advocate for tech issues, but this is one you should be concerned about. Seattle has a pretty terrible broadband internet issue that other major cities seem to lack. The city is divided up into various franchise areas where the cable companies do not compete with each other. This stifles competition and innovation.
To me, high speed broadband access is import for education, business, sharing of ideas, etc. Most people don’t see open technology access as a Democratic issue, but I do.
The approval process to get new broadband equipment placed in a neighborhood from a company other than a cable company is pretty heinous. I’ve been fighting for more competition in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Seattle for two years. Right now, most of us either go with one of the two big cable companies, or we can’t get reliable high-speed internet services at all. We’re about to meet with the city’s tech committee to discuss the matter in detail. Want to get informed and be part of the discussion?
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2 PM,City Hall, Council Chamber
Seattle City Council Committee on Public Safety, Civil Rights & Technology,City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104 Committee Telephone: 206-684-8804, Meeting Listen Line: 206-684-8566
More details on the topic are here: http://www.uptun.org/2013/06/04/neighbors-aim-to-improve-broadband-in-underserved-neighborhoods/
-Robert
Jun 04
E-board meeting: June 4th, 2013
The elected board meeting will take place on Tuesday, June 4th 2013 from 7pm-9pm in the Georgetown City Hall Building. 6202 13th Ave., Seattle WA
Jun 04
The Alarming Truths About GMO
Since I’m sure we’ll be discussing initiative I-522 soon:
More info here: http://www.nationofchange.org/front-groups-exposed-50-industry-groups-form-new-alliance-manipulate-public-opinion-about-junk-food-
Here’s info about the initiative to label GMO foods: http://www.labelitwa.org/
May 30
Beacon Hill Festival – June 1st 2013
Hey all, the 11th LD Democrats will have a booth at the Beacon Hill Festival on Saturday, June 1st 2013. The event is from 11am-4pm at the Jefferson Community Center. Details are here: http://www.rockitspace.org/beacon-hill-festival.html
We’ll be joined by the 37th in running the booth. Come out and see us and enjoy the event!
The address of the Jefferson Community Center is: 3801 Beacon Ave S, 98108
May 25
Adam Smith: Join us for Hors d’oeuvres and a Beautiful Sunset
Please Come and Support
Congressman Adam Smith
Adam is the Ranking Member on the House Armed Services Committee and represents the 9th Congressional District that joins Bellevue, Newcastle, Mercer Island and the Rainier Valley with portions of South King and Pierce Counties. Come and support your new Congressman!
Hors d’oeuvres / No host bar available
Wednesday May 29, 2013
6:00-7:30pm
Newcastle Golf Course
15500 Six Penny Lane
Newcastle, WA 98059
Please RSVP to rebecca@electadamsmith.com
Campaign contributions greatly appreciated.
May 20
There is no general meeting this month
Just a reminder… there is no general meeting this month. We had our special endorsements meeting this past Saturday instead. See you all in June.
Note: if you saw a reminder about the meeting on Tuesday, it was in error. Sorry about any confusion.
