To those of you attending the Grassroots Forum in Olympia on 2/18/2013, Kate was kind enough to send a copy of the schedule. You can view it here: grassroots forum schedule 02182013
Feb 12
WSDCC Meeting Report – February 3, 2013
WSDCC Meeting Report – February 3, 2013
By Kate Kruller
11th LD WSDCC State Committee Woman
Every other year (the odd years) the State Party holds its re-organization meeting. Spirits were very high within the WSDCC membership coming off very successful election results in November.
Everyone is very pleased to have a Democratic President, Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, and others State officials, strong victories at the congressional delegate level, retaining a big majority in the state House of Representatives and delivering the democratic vote in retaining what we could in the state Senate.
Feb 11
Election Deadline: 2/12/2013
Just a reminder. For those of you who live in Seattle… there’s a special election going on. The deadline to vote is Tuesday, 2/12/2013. Your ballot must be postmarked by 2/12/2013 or drop your ballot off at one of the drop locations: http://www.kingcounty.gov/elections/voting/ballotdropboxes/bdblocations.aspx
Details on the special election can be found here: http://www.kingcounty.gov/elections/voting/ballotdropboxes/bdblocations.aspx
Feb 11
General Meeting Agenda – February 19th 2013
The Agenda for the February 19th meeting has been posted:
General Membership Monthly Meeting, third Tuesday of every month. 231 Burnett Ave North, Renton WA. 7-9pm (February 19th, 2013)
February Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of minutes from Retreat Report/LD Calendar
Rebecca Bryant, Congressman Adam Smith’s new Political Director. Rebecca@electadamsmith.com or cell, (303) 514-6237
Chair’s Report
Treasurer’s Report
KCDCC Report
Unfinished Business:
Appoint e-board members
• KCDCC LAC Rep 1: Christopher Anderson
• KCDCC LAC Rep 2: Jerri Wood
• Newsletter Editor: Bill Taylor
• Webmaster: Robert Kangas
New Business:
• Secure Communities Resolution Proposed by Colin Maloney of Communities United
• Tom/Sheldon Resolution
• Seattle District Elections Resolution
Adoption of By-laws
Good of the Order – limit to 1 minute per speaker
Raffle
Adjourn
Feb 11
Newsletter – February 2013
The newsletter for February 2013 has been sent out and archived. You can view the archived newsletter here: 2013-02-February
Feb 11
Resolutions being considered for the February general meeting
We will be considering two resolutions for the February general meeting on 2/19/2013.
- No Participation with “Secure Communities” in King County
- Resolution to Censure State Senators Rodney Tom and Tim Sheldon
If you have any questions or concerns, please make them known as soon as possible. Thank you.
Feb 11
Bylaws Approval – February 2013
As required by our Bylaws, approval of the new Bylaws after a reorganization is required by the next general meeting. Our reorganization meeting was in January, and the next general meeting is on February 19th at the Carpenter’s Hall in Renton.
Here are the bylaws for review. Nothing has changed since last year except removal of some typos left over from the last update (page numbers with an old date embedded in).
Bylaws Draft 2013: 11thbylaws01272013_draft
Feb 09
New Twitter master
I just wanted to give a shout out to Kathy Nyland, who is now in charge of our twitter account. In addition to the usual stuff that gets cross-posted when the website gets an update, Kathy will now share her snark, commentary, and general awesomeness by live tweeting our meetings / events. Thanks Kathy!
Our Twitter account is here: https://twitter.com/11thlddems
Feb 08
Democrats State Of The Union Watch Party
The 37th LD Democrats are putting on a watch party for the State Of The Union:
You are cordially invited to attend our first event of 2013. We are hosting a State of the Union Watch Party at Berliner Pub in Renton.
Please come to support a local business in the 37th and mingle with like-minded folks while we watch our re-elected president.
Where: The Berliner Pub, 221 Main Ave S, Renton, Washington 98057
When: Tuesday, February 12th, 5:00pm
Feb 05
Adam Smith Town Hall Meeting: 2/16/2013
REP. SMITH WILL HOLD TOWN HALL IN SEATTLE ON FEB. 16
Posted by on February 04, 2013
Ninth District Congressman Adam Smith will host a Town Hall on February 16, 2013 at the NewHolly Gathering Hall in Seattle. Congressman Smith is looking forward to meeting with constituents and hearing their concerns.
Who: Congressman Adam Smith
What: Rep. Smith is hosting a Town Hall event where constituents can meet the Congressman and voice concerns on the budget, immigration, education, the economy, and more
When: February 16, 2013 from 10am to 11:30am
Where: NewHolly Gathering Hall, 7054 32nd Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98118
Space is limited so please RSVP by calling (425)793-5180 or Toll Free at(888) SMITH09. You can also email rsvpsmith@mail.house.gov
Feb 05
11th LD Leadership Retreat, Planning, and E-Board Meeting
The date, time and location of this month’s e-board meeting has been changed. We’ve decided to host a leadership retreat to allow for broader discussion and planning for the upcoming year. As always, the meetings are open to attend and input is always welcome. Only elected officers can vote.
Details are:
Time of retreat: Saturday, February 9th 2013: 9:30 am to 1:30 pm
Location: Georgetown Old City Hall, 6202 13th Ave., Seattle, WA
If you’re interested in helping to shape the 11th LD, please attend. We’ll adjourn to another location (restaurant) at 12:30pm-1:30pm for lunch / to continue the discussion.
This notice was also posted to our Google Calendar Page (click here)
Feb 05
Martha Koester testified in front of the WA State Health Care Wellness Committee
Martha Koester, a former Chair of the 11th LD, testified in front of the WA State Health Care Wellness Committee on February 1st, 2013.
The WA State Health Care Wellness Committee, with all 9 Democrat and 3 of 8 Republican Representatives attending, listened to public testimony concerning House Bill 1085. The SB 5224 is the companion bill in the Senate cosponsored by Senator Bob Hasagawa. These bills are derived from Vermont’s Green Mountain Care legislation and will provide single payer health care for all Washington residents. They implement provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, AKA Obama Care. Washington Health Security Trust is supporting passage of these bills and solicit your participation.
Read the whole article here: Health Care 02012013
Jan 22
The 40th anniversary of Roe v Wade and the freedom and privacy
From NARAL Washington:
Today we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Roe v Wade and the freedom and privacy it guaranteed women to make reproductive health decisions for themselves and their families.
But 40 years haven’t stopped anti-choice zealots from trying to call the shots on women’s health. In fact, they are in Olympia right now meeting with our legislators.
We can’t let that go unanswered.
Please join NARAL Pro-Choice Washington and celebrate the anniversary of Roe v Wade by taking a moment to contact your legislator by calling 1-800-562-6000.
Jan 22
Bruce Harrell for Mayor Kick Off Party
From Bruce Harrell:
Dear Friends,
Last week, I announced my intentions to be the next mayor of Seattle, and the support I have received from all corners of our community has been overwhelming. Not even one week into the campaign, and we have already received over 300 individual endorsements. I want you to know I hear your message loud and clear — you want leadership that will work to bring our community together and find solutions that balance the needs of all Seattle’s people. I will be that leader, but I can not do it without you.
Join me in officially kicking off my campaign for mayor:
Bruce Harrell for Mayor Kick Off Party
Thursday, February 7th
6 – 8pm
First AME Church
1522 14th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98122
