 Dear Mr. Carpenter: I am deeply troubled and saddened by the despicable terrorist attacks against the Israeli people. I condemn Hamas and these heinous attacks in the strongest way. My heart goes out to the families of the fallen – may their memories be a blessing. If you or someone you know are in Irael and need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our office at (925) 933-2660 or visit the State Department’s website at https://il.usembassy.gov/security-alert-2-u-s-embassy-jerusalem-october-7-2023/?fbclid=IwAR384NQ2Nw9WUsy-oakZjxlu_xit7anqiPjByBhGlmqv4pJtHdBCLlsOODU. Yesterday, I joined Temple Isaiah of Lafayette to stand in solidarity with the Jewish community in CA-10, in Israel, and around the nation.  Sincerely,  Mark DeSaulnier Member of CongressIN THE HOUSE Last week, extreme House Republicans removed the Speaker of the House for the first time in history. Congressman DeSaulnier could not in good conscience support Kevin McCarthy as his Speakership was marked by legislative chaos and acquiescence to the most extreme factions of his party. The American people deserve a leader who puts their interests over political games. It is Mark’s hope that House Republicans choose a Speaker who will lead Congress in a functional way that puts the needs of the American people first. He urges his colleagues to swiftly come to a consensus so we can get back to governing, including providing funding to our allies in Ukraine and in Israel. IN THE NEWS Congressman DeSaulnier Discusses Republican Dysfunction with CBS Bay Area After the unprecedented removal of the House Speaker by the far-right, Congressman DeSaulnier joined CBS Bay Area to discuss how Democrats remain united in serving the American people and his hope that the majority party will quickly elect a new speaker so Congress can focus their attention on governing. Tune in by clicking here or on the image below.POST OF THE WEEK  BY THE NUMBERS |
Recruitment Committee seeks volunteers
15-Sept-23
Recruitment Committee Chairman – Justin Brown
BBQ Event and Holiday Party Consolidation into one event.
Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Chair, Co-Chairs, and Members
The purpose of this memo is to inform the general membership that after careful deliberation among the recruitment committee members, we have decided against putting on two events this year and consolidating our focus on one event, the holiday party. The reason for this decision comes after taking a full view of our calendar as well as those whom we work alongside such as labor having a lot of our events concentrated toward the end of the year.
Focusing all our efforts on the holiday event and recruitment for our upcoming election cycle, I’m asking for your help. We need you who are willing to host tables at our various farmers markets in the county to step up. We’re also accepting anyone who is willing to help with the planning of the holiday event. We currently meet on the first Sunday at 5pm via zoom but are willing to change the meeting time to ensure everyone wanting to help can participate. If you are that member with a little zeal and enough time on your schedule, please contact me at N.Brownjustin108@gmail.com or by text (925)434-7443.
In solidarity,
Justin Brown
Chairman
Recruitment Committee
Volunteers needed for CADEM Convention
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| Dear California Democrats, We are excited to be getting back together for the second time this year at our November 2023 Endorsing Convention in Sacramento! We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help make this event a success. As a volunteer, you will play a vital role in helping us create an unforgettable experience. With your help, we will go through our endorsement process, adopt a new platform, and of course, continue organizing for 2024! Our convention will take place from November 17 – 19 at the Sacramento Convention Center, and we are in need of over 400 volunteers to assist with a wide range of tasks. Whether you are interested in helping with the registration and credentialing of our convention attendees, greeting guests, or lending a hand wherever needed, we have a role for you. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to meet and work with other passionate Democrats from around the state and get a first-hand look at all the amazing work Democratic activists are doing. Additionally, all volunteers will receive an Observer pass to attend events typically reserved only for credentialed delegates, after you’ve completed your volunteer shift! Can you share your time with us as we prepare for a victorious 2024? |
| P.S. mandatory training will be provided for all volunteers. You’ll get more details on that after you sign up. Also, hotel or parking accommodations at Convention are the responsibility of the volunteer. |
| If you have any questions, please contact us at Volunteer2023@cadem.org. Thank you and see you in Sacramento! |
September 8th DeSaulnier Annual Reception – DPCCC Members are his guests!
Congressman DeSaulnier invites DPCCC Members to attend his annual reception at the Shadelands Ranch in Walnut Creek, Friday, September 8th from 6 to 8 pm as his guest!
The event is free, no donation required. Please register so they can plan for refreshments. Click on this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezwyQH_cCtYV__RVPtB5IV2N2x7QHZQIaT6sRsKNLfdhu76Q/viewform
TRUTH Act Community Form
Contra Costa County TRUTH Act Community Forum scheduled for July 18
(Martinez, CA) – The Contra Costa County TRUTH Act Community Forum to discuss civil immigration enforcement activities is scheduled for 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 18, during the regular Board of Supervisors meeting.
The discussion will focus on local immigration enforcement activities in 2022 as well as law enforcement interactions with the U.S. Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. The annual event has been held since 2017 as part of California’s State Assembly Bill 2792, the Transparent Review of Unjust Transfers and Holds (TRUTH) Act, which aims to increase transparency and accountability among federal and local law enforcement agencies. The Board meeting will also include discussion of the Sheriff’s Oversight Report for the quarter ending June 30, 2023.
“Transparency in law enforcement is vital to maintaining public trust and strengthens relationships in our local communities,” said Board of Supervisors Chair John Gioia. “The forum provides an opportunity for residents to ask the Sheriff’s Office about their immigration enforcement activities, which
is crucial for maintaining accountability to the public. We must strongly support our immigrant communities, so they feel safe and empowered if we are to truly achieve equity in all policies.”
For language access at the forum:
- Spanish language interpretation is available.
- To request a language other than Spanish, contact the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors byTuesday, July 11, at TRUTHAct@cob.cccounty.us.
- The meeting will be closed-captioned in real time.Watch the forum at www.contracosta.ca.gov or on CCTV channels: AT&T U-Verse Channel 99, Comcast Channel 27, or WAVE Channel 32. Send comments or questions to TRUTHAct@cob.cccounty.us or to ClerkoftheBoardofSupervisors,1025EscobarSt,1st Floor,Martinez,CA,94553.
May 2023 DPCCC Newsletter
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| MONTHLY NEWSLETTER ISSUE #9 (MAY 2023) CHAIR’S MESSAGE Our newly elected County Clerk-Recorder, Kristin Connelly, joined us at our April 2023 General Meeting to share an update about her activities since she took office. I am delighted that she was able to share ways all of us can help our county conduct elections fairly and effectively. You can read the details about Clerk Connelly’s remarks in the meeting summary below. I hope you will consider helping out! The officers of our chartered clubs have been working diligently over the past few weeks to re-charter their clubs and prepare for the California Democratic Party’s endorsement process later this year. I encourage every Democrat to join one or more Democratic clubs. They have been hosting great programs and working hard to recruit new members. I’m pleased to announce that the DPCCC will hold our Roosevelt Awards Dinner in August. This will be the first event since 2019. We look forward to restarting this tradition and having a great crowd on hand for an exciting program. I look forward to having the opportunity to share more details soon! Finally, I want to make sure you are aware of the press release the DPCCC sent out to express our condemnation of the actions of certain local police officers for the racist, sexist, xenophobic, and homophobic actions that recent investigations have exposed. I encourage all Democrats to read the statement and to be prepared to assist our local elected officials as they work to reform their agencies and end these injustices. Stay healthy and engaged, Katie Ricklefs Chair, Democratic Party of Contra Costa County APRIL 2023 DPCCC REGULAR MEMBERSHIP MEETING REPORT The DPCCC’s Regular Membership Meeting on April 20, 2023, featured a presentation by newly elected Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder Kristin Connelly. She shared details about how her office works and the duties of her office. Connelly announced that the Contra Costa County Election Division was recently selected as one of just 16 jurisdictions nationwide to be a Center for Election Excellence. The office also received the Democracy Award from the National Association of Election Officials for leading the 11-county Coalition of Bay Area Elections Officials (bayareavotes.org) for collaborating to fight mis-and dis-information about elections in our shared media market. Connelly explained how people can help her office ensure our county has efficient and fair elections. Her suggestions included the following: * Volunteer as poll workers, depot drivers, extraction team, or Election night observers; * Sign up for the Certified Election Observer (CEO) Program, and encourage others to do so; * Repost our Elections social media posts/tweets * Attend our future Community Engagement Groups; * Volunteer to sit on subcommittees for language and accessibility; * Help us register new voters with boots on the ground in underserved communities; * Recommend our office for speaking engagements, appearances, interviews, etc., to their members and community groups. Regular and Associate Members of the DPCCC can request a copy of Connelly’s presentation slides by emailing the DPCCC Secretary at secretary@contracostadems.com. DPCCC members also heard reports from our committees about their recent work and plans for the year. Our committees need your help! You can still volunteer to help on one or more of our committees by completing the Committee Interest Form. Regular and Associate Members of the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County are eligible to apply for membership in one or more of our Standing Committees. New members can join the DPCCC as Associate Members at any time if they are registered Democrats. Dues for Associate Members are $24/year, and you can click here to sign up! The meeting adjourned in memory of Tique Lee Caul on what would have been her 70th birthday. Tique, who passed away in April 2018, was a well-known activist and volunteer in our area. She also previously served as a publicly elected member of the DPCCC from Supervisorial District 5. Would you like to learn more? Under DPCCC’s file access policy, access to all non-confidential DPCCC files is available to any DPCCC member (including Associates) upon request by emailing the Secretary. You can pay your dues by clicking here! If you are not a DPCCC member and wish to attend the monthly membership meeting, which is typically held on the third Thursday of the month, please RSVP to the DPCCC Secretary at secretary@contracostadems.com. If you are a DPCCC member, you should receive an email with details for the meeting about seven days in advance. If you do not, please email the DPCCC Secretary at secretary@contracostadems.com. CALIFORNIA DEMOCRATIC STATE CONVENTION The next California Democratic Party State Convention will be held from May 25-28 in Los Angeles. The DPCCC earlier this year elected 42 Regular and Associate Members to represent us at this event. There will also be Contra Costa delegates who were elected Assembly District Delegates and appointees of members of the State Assembly, State Senate, and the House of Representatives. If you are a CADEM delegate and cannot attend the Convention, please let the DPCCC Secretary know by emailing secretary@contracostadems.com so we can try to arrange for a proxy. Members interested in being a proxy can also email the Secretary so we can try to help with these arrangements. Delegates and proxies are also invited to attend a reception for Alameda and Contra Costa members co-sponsored by the two Democratic County Central Committees and the Alameda and Contra Costa Central Labor Councils on Friday, May 26, from 9-10 p.m. at Fixins Soul Kitchen—LA Live. The event will include complimentary appetizers and a no-host bar. CADEM 102 TRAINING: THE CONVENTION DPCCC Rules Committee Chair Jeff Koertzen will host the second module of his California Democratic Party Delegate Training, CADEM 102: The Convention, on Saturday, May 20, from 10 a.m.-12 noon via Zoom. An in-person CADEM Convention can be overwhelming at first. We will discuss the general agenda as well as the specific agenda for this year’s convention. We will discuss what to expect in General Sessions as well as committee meetings, caucus meetings, and other events that are occurring throughout the convention and how to make the most of your time. To sign up go to https://jeffkoertzen.com/event/cadem-102/. DPCCC BUSINESS CARDS The DPCCC has arranged with a local union printer for our members to order business cards in time for the CADEM State Convention. The DPCCC can provide the artwork based on our template with the DPCCC logo. People who wish to order business cards will be responsible for making their payment directly with the printer. The minimum order is 250 business cards. If you would like to order business cards, please email secretary@contracostadems.com. Jeff Koertzen has generously offered to provide blank business cards with the DPCCC logo on them for people who may prefer this alternative to purchasing so many cards at one time. Please let Jeff know at rules@contracostadems.com if you would like some of these blank business cards. You can also check in with him in person at the Convention. RESOLUTIONS AND LEGISLATION The DPCCC adopted the following proclamations and resolutions at its April and May Regular Membership Meetings: Proclamation of May 2023 as Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month Proclamation Declaring May 2023 as Jewish American Heritage Month Proclamation in Support of Juneteenth (Monday, June 19, 2023) Proclamation in Support of June 2023 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Resolution Supporting Tribal Recognition of the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe // Click here to read the Issues Committee Application. Resolution Stop the Privatization of Traditional Medicare via the ACO-REACH Program The DPCCC voted at its April and May Regular Membership Meetings to take positions on the following bills currently under consideration by the California State Legislature: SUPPORT Assembly Constitutional Amendment 5 by Assembly Member Low (Marriage Equality Constitutional Amendment). Click here to read the Issues Committee Application. SUPPORT Assembly Bill 9 by Assembly Member Muratsuchi and Senate Bill 12 by Senators Stern, Allen, and Weiner (Greenhouse Emission Goals). Click here to read the Issues Committee Application. SUPPORT Assembly Bill 254 by Assembly Member Bauer-Kahan (Confidentiality of Medical Information Act). Click here to read the Issues Committee Application. SUPPORT Assembly Bill 1335 by Assembly Zbur (Strengthening Sustainable Communities’ Strategies). Click here to read the Issues Committee Application. SUPPORT Senate Bill 36 by Senator Skinner (Out-of-state criminal charges: prosecution related to abortion, contraception, reproductive care, and gender-affirming care). Click here to read the Issues Committee Application. SUPPORT Senate Bill 345 by Senator Skinner (Health care services: legally protected health care activities). Click here to read the Issues Committee Application. SUPPORT Senate Bill 525 by Senator Durazo (Minimum wage: health care workers). Click here to read the Issues Committee Application. SUPPORT Senate Bill 674 by Senators Gonzalez and Lena (Refinery Air Pollution Transparency & Reduction Act). Click here to read the Issues Committee Application.You can learn more about the Issues Committee’s process for reviewing legislation, resolutions, and proclamations by reading its submission guidelines and application for consideration. You can review an index and full text of the Resolutions adopted by the DPCCC since 2020 and Legislative Trackers including all of the bills on which the DPCCC has taken a position since 2021 in this Google Drive folder.DPCCC EVENT CALENDARClick here to see the DPCCC Event Calendar, including events to which all DPCCC members are invited. To request the addition of an item to the calendar, please email secretary@contracostadems.com.LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINKDo you have any questions or feedback about this DPCCC Newsletter? We would love to hear from you! Please send your comments to commsdir@contracostadems.com. |
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DPCCC Statement: Antioch & Pittsburg Police scandal
commsdir@contracostadems.com
April 25, 2023 (925) 603-3676
THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
CONDEMNS THE ACTIONS OF EAST COUNTY POLICE OFFICERS
INVOLVED IN TEXTING SCANDAL
WALNUT CREEK – The Democratic Party of Contra Costa County (DPCCC) and its active membership are speaking out against the actions of certain local police departments for the racist, sexist, xenophobic, and homophobic actions of their officers.
As Democrats, we vehemently condemn the recent actions of Antioch and Pittsburg police officers involved in ongoing corruption investigations of alleged fraud, bribery, drug distribution and civil rights violations related to the use of force. We also condemn those Antioch police officers who have been exposed in the ongoing investigation for their use of racist slurs, jokes, and memes in text messages over a period of more than two years targeting members of the Black and Latino communities.
As community members, residents, and neighbors of these police districts, we are deeply enraged and disturbed by the behavior of these officers that many in the Black and Brown communities have long experienced as hate and racial animus by the very persons sworn to “protect and serve” the whole of the community.
We condemn racism, hatred, sexism, and violence towards Black people, Brown people, Indigenous people, impoverished people, and all people of color and stand in solidarity with these communities and other targeted community members as they raise their voices to demand equal protection and an end to police violence.
We acknowledge that race-based inequities are embedded into our society and reinforced through our institutions. We rely on the police to defend and protect us – all of us – from harm, and to promote fairness and justice in our communities. Yet, the behavior of these officers mocks this fundamental duty. When police officers cast entire communities as suspect and criminal because of what they look like, where they come from, or what religion they adhere to, countless people are arrested, and even killed. No one should live in constant state of fear of being targeted in such a violent way by those who have sworn to protect them.
We call on local government boards, councils, agencies, and members of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors to condemn all acts of police intimidation, harassment, brutality, racial profiling, and excessive use of force. We urge the adoption of reforms and policies throughout the county’s law enforcement departments to address these concerns and end these injustices.
DPCCC calls upon its members and all elected federal, state, and local officials to support initiatives to end police violence, intimidation, harassment, and brutality against Black and Brown people, to combat the systemic racism that infects our society, and to speak out against all attempts to restrict constitutional rights of protestors, journalists, and all people who want to make their voices heard.
The Democratic Party of Contra Costa County advocates for defending and securing our constitutional and human rights via peaceful public policy debate and legislative action and works to elect Democrats to public office who share these goals. Join the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County and learn how you can make a difference in your community every day. Go to www.contracostadems.com for more information—including actions you can take and a list of events you can attend.
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CADEM 2023 Convention
DPCCC is sending this reminder about the upcoming CADEM Organizing Convention May 25 to 28 in Los Angeles – make sure to make your hotel reservations early to be near the Convention site and pre-register by May 1st to avoid the long lines!!!!
Volunteers are also needed at the Convention, so consider being a volunteer if you aren’t a Delegate!
Dear CADEM Member Delegate, County Chairs, and Officers,
Congratulations on becoming a 2023-25 Democratic State Central Committee Delegate member to the nation’s largest state Democratic Party!
The California Democratic Party (CADEM) announced that Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi will keynote the May 2023 State Convention held on May 25 – 28, 2023 in Los Angeles. In honor of Nancy Pelosi’s dedication to service, CADEM’s convention theme will focus on the grassroots power of California Democrats: Don’t Agonize, ORGANIZE!
CADEM May 2023 State Organizing Convention in Los Angeles
May 25 – 28, 2023
Don’t Agonize, ORGANIZE!
At this Convention, the 2023 Democratic State Central Committee (DSCC) Delegates will be ratifying the results of the CADEM Officer Elections, attending the New Delegate orientation, CADEM trainings, CDP Caucus meetings, and conducting official CDP business.
As we honor Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, attendees and the 2023 delegate members have an opportunity to activate and organize young voters and package essential items that will go towards Angeleinos in need!
CADEM State Convention Date:
THURDSDAY, May 25, 2023 – Sunday, May 28, 2023
Online Registration Closes:
Monday, May 1, 2023
NOTE: Online early bird Registration closes promptly at 5:00 p.m. on May 1, 2023. You may register on-site during the Convention Credentialing pick up/on-site registration hours in HALL A/B of the Los Angeles Convention Center.
To be registered/credentialed* the voting delegate/proxy members attendee must log in to the CADEM Delegate Member Portal or go to https://cdpconvention.org/register/ and follow the instructions.
Online Registration Fees:
(Online early bird registration fees will expire at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 1, 2023, and prices will increase for onsite registration.)
2023 DSCC Delegate Dues: $60 | Onsite – $60
Convention Delegate/Proxy Registration: $105 | Onsite – $145
Convention Delegates/Proxy Senior(65+)/Student): $55 | Onsite – $95
Delegate Significant Other Observer: $80 | Onsite – $130
Convention Observer Pass: $135 | Onsite – $180
To request a Convention Observer Pass – CLICK HERE
CADEM Dinner Ticket: $150
6:00 p.m., Saturday, May 27 featuring Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi
Seating is limited and subject to availability, early purchase of meals is strongly advised.
Don’t wait until the Convention! Signup and join a CDP Caucus
2023 State Convention Super Organizers and Volunteers are Needed!
Our convention activities will take place from Friday, May 26 to Sunday, May 28 at the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE and the Los Angeles Convention Center, and we need over 800 volunteers to assist with a wide range of tasks.
Take action and organize at the convention by texting young voters or bundling essential items that will help out Angelinos in need!
If you are interested in helping with the registration and credentialing of our convention attendees, greeting guests, being a training assistant, or lending a hand wherever needed, we have a role for you!
To learn more about how to volunteer at this convention visit, https://cdpconvention.org/volunteer2/.
Democratically yours,
The CADEM Team
To stay up-to-date on all Convention information visit, https://cdpconvention.org/.
The 2023 Spring Film Forum in the Acalanes Continuing Education Program at the Del Valle Theater is open for enrollment: Reel Reflections – Racial Issues on the Silver Screen
Reel Reflections: Racial Issues on the Silver Screen
The focus this term is on films that bring attention to persons who have been historically marginalized and racially denigrated. Each film is based on real people and true events.
Since the same film is featured, students have the flexibility to attend either section, whenever any attendance conflict arises.
This is a list of films that will viewed and discussed.
3/ 21 & 23 ~ Week 1: Who We Are: Chronicle of Racism in America (2021) – Netflix doc.
3/ 28 & 30 ~ Week 2: Small Steps, Big Strides: Black Experiences in Hollywood (1996) – doc.
~ SPRING BREAK ~ April 3 – 7 ~ NO CLASSES ~
4/ 11 & 13 ~ Week 3: Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman (1974) – Freevee, Tubi, Prime $1.99
4/ 18 & 20 ~ Week 4: 10,000 Black Men Named George (2002) – NOT streaming.
4/ 25 & 27 ~ Week 5: Something the Lord Made (2004) – HBO Max, Prime Video $2.99
5/ 2 & 4 ~ Week 6: Lackawanna Blues (2005) – NOT streaming on television.
5/ 9 & 11 ~ Week 7: American Violet (2008) – Free vee, Pluto.tv, Prime $0.99
5/ 16 & 18 ~ Week 8: Marshall (2017) – Prime $3.99
5/ 23 & 25 ~ Week 9: BlacKKKlansmen (2018) – FXNOW, Prime Video $3.99
Contact Lynne Thorner at Lbthorner4657@gmail.net with specific questions.
The link to signup https://www.acalanes.k12.ca.us/Page/3772
March 2023 DPCCC Newsletter
 MARCH 2023 |
| CHAIR’S MESSAGE I am humbled to have received overwhelming support to continue as Chair of the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County. I am very proud to serve with a great group of Officers and District Directors who were also elected in January at our Organizational meeting. I am excited to continue to lead and serve my fellow Democrats for another two years and build on the successes we enjoyed in the 2022 elections. I have been working with our Leadership team to plan our activities and priorities leading up to the 2024 elections. I want us to work together to figure out the issues and elections we want to prioritize. Where can we have the most impact? How can we help the most people? We all have been shocked and angered by the continuing number of people injured and killed in mass shootings or incidents involving law enforcement. Tyre Nichols should have had the opportunity to build on his legacy as a loving father who enjoyed skateboarding, photography, and his family. Instead, Tyre’s name is now on the too-long list of people of color who did not survive an interaction with law enforcement. There have been so many mass shootings that it often is challenging to keep up with the latest communities in mourning. We know that too many people cannot find an affordable place to live in the community in which they work. The climate emergency continues to intensify. Our democracy remains at risk from authoritarians who want to reverse the progress our society has made to ensure the rights of women and people of color. I look forward to having an opportunity soon to share more details about our strategic planning work and a new initiative to focus our efforts on equity, anti-racism, and justice. I also hope you’ll share your ideas and priorities with me at chair@contracostadems.com. Stay healthy and engaged, Katie Ricklefs Chair, Democratic Party of Contra Costa County DPCCC ELECTS OFFICERS FOR 2023-24 CYCLE The Democratic Party of Contra Costa County (DPCCC) re-elected Katie Ricklefs as its Chair for the 2023-24 term during its Organizational Meeting held on January 19, 2023. Ricklefs’ election was one of several votes held at the DPCCC 2023 Organizational Meeting. The DPCCC held its biennial organization meeting following a successful election cycle that saw more than 70 percent of its endorsed candidates win their elections in 2022. “I appreciate the opportunity to continue my work as the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County’s chair,” said Ricklefs. “Our success would not have been possible without a huge amount of teamwork and collaboration. I look forward to working with our members, volunteers, and elected officials to advance our shared agenda. We have a great deal of work ahead of us, and I hope more Democrats will volunteer, consider joining one or more of our committees, and help us continue moving forward.” Over 100 members participated in the meeting via Zoom to elect the DPCCC’s Officers and District Directors. Katie Ricklefs was re-elected as the DPCCC’s Chair. Susana Williams was re-elected as the DPCCC’s First Vice Chair. Joey Smith was re-elected as the DPCCC’s Second Vice Chair. Floy Andrews was elected to her first term as the DPCCC’s Controller. She succeeds Marshall Lewis, who did not seek re-election. Craig Cheslog was elected to his first term as the DPCCC’s Secretary. He succeeds Kenji Yamada, who did not seek re-election. “I look forward to working with our team to elect Democrats and support our priority issues,” said Ricklefs. “I also want to thank Marshall Lewis and Kenji Yamada for all of their incredible work over the past two years. These volunteer jobs can be challenging and time consuming, and their efforts were a key part of our success in last year’s elections.” DPCCC members also elected District Directors for each County Supervisorial District. The DPCCC’s District Directors for 2023-24 are: District 1: Michael Nye District 2: Katha Hartley District 3: Carolina Villaseca District 4: Ady Olvera District 5: Dan Reynolds (who was elected at a district caucus on February 16, 2023) FEBRUARY 2023 DPCCC REGULAR MEETING REPORT EXPRESS INTEREST IN JOINING DPCCC COMMITTEES The DPCCC’s February 16, 2023, Regular Membership Meeting featured elections for California Democratic Party Executive Board representatives (see California Democratic Party Delegates Elected story above), the confirmation of nominations for Standing and Special Committee Chairs, a preliminary budget report from our Controller, and a review of Volunteer Activism opportunities. The Committee Chairs confirmed for the 2023-24 cycle include: Rules Committee: Jeff Koertzen Complaint and Discipline Review Committee: Courtney Masella O’Brien Parliamentarian: Robyn Kuslits Endorsements Special Committee: Tamela Hawley MOE Coordinator: Kathleen Van Winckel Issues Committee: Susan Hildreth Club Development Committee: Renee Zeimer Recruitment Committee: Cody Keller Training Committee: Cheryl Sudduth Fundraising Committee: Rebecca Barrett Infrastructure and Communications Committee: Jan Bell Ad Hoc Committee on Volunteer Activism: Cecilia Minalga Ad Hoc Committee on Partnership, Engagement, and Accountability: Craig Cheslog If you are interested in joining one or more of the DPCCC’s Standing Committees, please complete our Committee Interest Form or get in touch with the committee chair directly by using the email links above. Regular and Associate Members of the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County are eligible to apply for membership in one or more of our Standing Committees. New members can join the DPCCC as Associate Members at any time if they are registered Democrats. Dues for Associate Members are $24/year, and you can click here to sign up! Would you like to learn more? Under DPCCC’s file access policy, access to all non-confidential DPCCC files is available to any DPCCC member (including Associates) upon request by emailing the Secretary. You can pay your dues by clicking here! If you are not a DPCCC member and wish to attend the monthly membership meeting, which is typically held on the third Thursday of the month, please RSVP to the DPCCC Secretary at secretary@contracostadems.com. If you are a DPCCC member, you should receive an email with details for the meeting about seven days in advance. If you do not, please email the DPCCC Secretary at secretary@contracostadems.com.CALIFORNIA DEMOCRATIC PARTY DELEGATES ELECTEDRegular and Associate Members of the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County and Contra Costa Democrats elected delegates in two different election processes to represent them as members of the California Democratic Party’s State Central Committee. REPRESENTATIVES ELECTED BY THE DPCCC The DPCCC elected 42 state party delegates, based on a formula that allows each county four base delegates and adds one additional delegate for every 10,000 registered Democrats (or a fraction more). Based on a previously enacted procedure, most of the delegates were elected in caucuses for each County Supervisorial District, with the rest elected on an At Large basis. The Delegates elected include: District 1: Maria Alegria, Champagne Brown, Michael Nye, Gabe Quinto, Cameron Sasai, Joey D. Smith, Cheryl Sudduth, Cesar Zepeda District 2: Sarah Butler, Diddo Clark, Peter Ericson, Susan Hildreth, Katie Ricklefs, Marisol Rubio, Alexandria Rubio-Talavera, Renee Zeimer District 3: Tamela Hawley, Paschal Iwuh, Yolanda Pena Mendrek, Addison Peterson, Debra Vinson, Susana Williams District 4: Chuck Carpenter, Roxanne Carrillo Garza, Jeff Koertzen, Marshall Lewis, Gordon Miller, Ady Olvera, Laura Patch, Jamie Salcido District 5: Tom Lawson, Courtney Masella O’Brien, Nadine Peyrucain, John Stevens, Ben Therriault At Large: Harry Baker, Jonathan Bash, Edi Birsan, Sue Hamill, Irene Tait, Harry Wiener, De’shawn WoolridgeThe DPCCC also elected four members of the CADEM Executive Board based on a formula allowing for one representative for every 100,000 registered Democrats (or a fraction more). To ensure regional representation, the county was divided into four regions based on a previously enacted procedure. The DPCCC’s Executive Board representatives include: Marisol Rubio (South)Susana Williams (East)Michael Nye (West)Jonathan Bash (Central) ASSEMBLY DISTRICT DELEGATES Each January of odd-numbered years, California Democrats participate in Assembly District Election Meetings (ADEMs) to elect approximately one-third of the delegates of the California Democratic Party. Any Democrat registered in the assembly district is eligible to run and/or to vote. Each Assembly District elects seven people who are self-identified females and seven people who are other than self-identified females. From these 14, one person is elected to represent the Assembly District on the CADEM Executive Board (E-Board). Here are the people elected in Assembly Districts that include all of or a part of Contra Costa County (with the E-Board representative indicated with an *): ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 11 Self-Identified Female Cassandra Jones Tiffanee Jones * Julia Routson-Thomas Verneal D Brumfield Audrey Jacques Tazamisha Alexander Justine A. Fout ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 11 Other than Self-Identified Female Ricky Gjertsen Jr Carlos E Flores Danny Bernardini Garfield Samuels Michael Tebo Chuck Leonard Jr Justin N Brown ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 14 Self-Identified Female Cecilia Lunaparra Ana Vasudeo Kate Harrison Dyana Delfin Polk La Trena Robinson Sadia Khan Carol Coyote Cook ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 14 Other than Self-Identified Female Alfred Twu * Dan Kalb Jamin Pursell Zac Unger Devin T. Murphy Jonah Gottlieb Keane N Chukwuneta ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 15 Self-Identified Female Amy Scott-Slovick * Stacie Hinton Carolyn Bowden Amy D Hines-Shaikh Keisha Nzewi Jane L Baulch-Enloe Anamarie Avila FariasA ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 15 Other than Self-Identified Female Satinder S. Malhi Victor Benedict Tiglao Lucas J Stuartchilcote Cody J Keller Dominic A Lucero Mark Plubell Jason L Lindsey ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 16 Self-Identified Female Michelle Sinnott Petersen Marilyn Cachola Lucey * Brodie Hilp Cecilia Minalga Latika Malkani Deepa Sharma Katha Hartley ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 16 Other than Self-Identified Female Richard Adler Patrick Vanier Iman Novin Tom Duckworth Aram Hodess Dan Torres Kevin Pereau VOLUNTEER ACTIVISM OPPORTUNITIES “We must be the nation we have always been when we are at our best: Optimistic. Hopeful. Forward-looking. A nation that embraces light over darkness, hope over fear, and unity over division. Stability over chaos.”—President Biden YOUR ACTIONS CAN MOVE WISCONSIN FORWARD! Join Contra Costa Democrats and the Bay Area Coalition to get out the vote for the April 4th Wisconsin state Supreme Court election. This is an all-hands-on-deck effort to flip the state Supreme Court—with abortion, voting rights, and redistricting all up for grabs. https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/event/551801/Join us every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. until the election on April 4th. Whether you are an experienced phone banker or this is your first time, join us to make calls. Wisconsin Needs Your Help! REGISTERING VOTERS MAKES A DIFFERENCE! Sign up for one of these voter registration actions with Field Team 6…phone banks, social storming, and postcarding! Making sure people are registered to vote is the #1 most effective way to make a difference.https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/event/547486/https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/event/458035/https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/event/429841/ GET INVOLVED AND TAKE ACTION! For more information on volunteering, contact Cecilia at volunteer@contracostadems.com or call 510-693-4259! RESOLUTIONS AND LEGISLATION The DPCCC adopted the following proclamations and resolutions at its February 16, 2023, meeting: Proclamation Supporting 2023 Women’s History Month Resolution Stop the Privatization of Traditional Medicare via the ACO-REACH Program You can learn more about the Issues Committee’s process for reviewing legislation, resolutions, and proclamations by reading its submission guidelines and application for consideration. You can review an index and full text of the Resolutions adopted by the DPCCC since 2020 and Legislative Trackers including all of the bills on which the DPCCC has taken a position since 2021 in this Google Drive folder. CADEM DELEGATE TRAINING DPCCC District 4 Director Ady Olvera is hosting a Progressive Delegates 411 workshop. Did you recently get elected as a delegate for ADEM via a ballot, and/or the DSCC at a DPCCC meeting? Join this upcoming workshop on Saturday, March 11th, to learn how to maximize your role as a delegate within the California Democratic Party at the convention and more. In honor of Women’s History Month, come learn from amazing leaders and delegates Marisol Rubio, Amy Scott Slovick, Keisha Nzewi, and Susana Williams. Register at: bit.ly/delegates411to receive zoom link information. ANNOUNCEMENTS Supervisor Ken Carlson invites you to the James Moriarty St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser Dinner on Friday, March 17, from 6-9 p.m. at UA Local 342, 935 Detroit Ave., Concord, CA 94518. This will be an evening for fun and networking with a traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner. Dinner will start at 7 p.m. Click here to get your tickets! Join Rep. Mark DeSaulnier for his Birthday Celebration Reception on March 25 from 2-4 p.m. at UA Local 342, 935 Detroit Ave., Concord, CA 94518. Click here to purchase your event tickets! DPCCC EVENT CALENDAR Click here to see the DPCCC Event Calendar, including events to which all DPCCC members are invited. To request the addition of an item to the calendar, please email secretary@contracostadems.com. LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK Do you have any questions or feedback about this DPCCC Newsletter? We would love to hear from you! Please send your comments to commsdir@contracostadems.com. |
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