Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Central Committee Agenda for May 17, 2012

The agenda for the May 17, 2012, meeting of the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Central Committee follows below. The DPCCC Central Committee meets at 7:30 p.m. at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 302 Meeting Hall, 1875 Arnold Drive, Martinez, CA.

Please contact DPCCC Chair Chuck Carpenter if you have any questions.

AGENDA
May 17, 2012
Contra Costa Democratic Central Committee

Flag salute

Roll Call

Additions to agenda

Introductions and visitor sign in

Minutes of April meeting: by email

May e-board meeting minutes: by email

Phone Banking for Candidates and issues: Tomi, Jim, WCCUSD, San Pablo measure and others

Treasurers report

All other reports: National Convention, Fundraising, UDC,Young Dems,  OFA, Clubs (New Hercules and Concord), CDP eboard

New Business:  Regional Campaign Meeting Sonoma, Napa, Solano, Contra Costa Central Committees and Labor Councils.  4:00 . . . → Read More: Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Central Committee Agenda for May 17, 2012

Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Fundraiser on March 23 Features Ian Ruskin in the Harry Bridges Project

The Harry Bridges Project and the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County (DPCCC) present From Wharf Rats to Lords of the Docks, a fundraiser for the DPCCC, on Friday, March 23.

A reception will start at 6 p.m. with Ian Ruskin's performance as Harry Bridges to begin at 7 p.m. at the IBEW Local 302 Meeting Hall, 1875 Arnold Drive, in Martinez. Tickets are $30 with sponsorships available. Click here to purchase your ticket via ActBlue!

The Harry Bridges Project began more than a decade ago to promote the legacy of labor leader Harry Bridges and to aid in the public's understanding of his historical importance. Bridges' work still has an enormous impact on our lives, yet is largely unknown outside specific labor union and academic circles. The . . . → Read More: Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Fundraiser on March 23 Features Ian Ruskin in the Harry Bridges Project

January 19 DPCCC Central Committee Meeting Agenda

The agenda for the January 19, 2012, meeting of the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Central Committee follows below. The DPCCC Central Committee meets at 7:30 p.m. at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 302 Meeting Hall, 1875 Arnold Drive, Martinez, CA.

Please contact DPCCC Chair Chuck Carpenter if you have any questions.

AGENDA
January 19, 2012
7:30 p.m.
Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Central Committee

Flag Salute
 
Roll Call
 
Additions to Agenda
 
Introductions and visitor sign in
 
Minutes of November Meeting
 
Guest Speakers

a. Blueprint For Great Schools–Craig Cheslog, Principal Advisor to State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson

b. Sean Dugar, EBYD African American Caucus
 
EBoard minutes—January eboard meeting
 
New alternates, go over roster vacancies
 
Treasurers Report–Budget presentation
 
Reports: Fundraising, Issues, UDC, Voter Reg., State Convention Feb.10-12, cadem.org, OFA, Occupy Wall Street, Young Dems
 
New Business : . . . → Read More: January 19 DPCCC Central Committee Meeting Agenda

Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Holiday Party on December 15

Join your fellow Contra Costa County Democrats for a holiday party on Thursday, December 15, from 6:30-9 p.m. at the IBEW Local 302 Meeting Hall, 1875 Arnold Drive, Martinez.

Please bring a donation for the food bank and join us for this potluck dinner. Meet and greet begins at 6:30 with the food to follow when it is set up.

Local elected officials and party volunteers hope to see . . . → Read More: Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Holiday Party on December 15

November 17 DPCCC Central Committee Meeting Agenda

The agenda for the November 17 meeting of the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Central Committee follows below. The DPCCC Central Committee meets at 7:30 p.m. at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 302 Meeting Hall, 1875 Arnold Drive, Martinez, CA.

Please contact DPCCC Chair Chuck Carpenter if you have any questions.

AGENDA
November 17, 2011
Democratic Central Committee

1. Flag Salute
2. Roll Call
3. Additions to Agenda
4. Introductions and visitor sign in
5. Sean Bagley discussion on Fundraising
6. EBoard minutes from Nov. 13
7. Meeting minutes from Oct. 20
8. Treasurers Report
9. Voter registration forms available from Rao Kaza
10. New Business: CDC membership, DPCCC transport
11. Action Reports:
12. Old Business: Membership drive, Delegates to February convention
13. 2012 primary election Endorsement timetable
14. Committee reports, Meeting times and dates: issues, by laws, . . . → Read More: November 17 DPCCC Central Committee Meeting Agenda

Democratic Party of Contra Costa County’s 80th Annual BBQ on August 13

Please join us for our 80th Annual BBQ on Saturday, August 13, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Antioch Community Park, 801 James Donlan Blvd., Antioch.

Come celebrate this historic year with your Democratic neighbors. Purchase tickets and bring your family and friends as we get ready to support Democratic causes. Please click here to purchase your event tickets!

Also, when you bring food to be donated to the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano Counties, you will receive two free drink tickets.

We hope to see you at this annual celebration. Click here to download the . . . → Read More: Democratic Party of Contra Costa County’s 80th Annual BBQ on August 13

Join Us for a Taste of California Summer Event on July 23 with Special Guest U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer

Join us Saturday, July 23, 2011 for a Taste of California Summer. The event will feature a Special Guest: U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer, who will be introduced by U.S. Representative George Miller.

The event, sponsored by the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County, will be held from 3-5 p.m. at the Shadelands Ranch, 2660 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek. Click here to purchase your event tickets today!

General tickets are $50 with Friend tickets for $100, Advocate tickets for $250, Sponsor Tickets for $500, and Host Committee memberships available at $1000. Host committee members will be listed on future correspondence and have other special opportunities. Contact Melody at 925-299-1612 for more information. 

Please click here to download a pdf of the Taste of California . . . → Read More: Join Us for a Taste of California Summer Event on July 23 with Special Guest U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer

Read Issue 2 of “The Loop”

The second issue of the Democratic Party of Contra Costa's newsletter, The Loop, is now available. Click here to read the stories, Truth Bites, and other features.

You can also submit articles, Truth Bites, or other information to The Loop's editors. Instructions are included on The Loop's front . . . → Read More: Read Issue 2 of “The Loop”

Thank You Unity Party on Thursday, December 16

The Democratic Party of Contra Costa County, State Superintendent of Public Instruction-Elect Tom Torlakson, and Senator Mark DeSaulnier invite you to join them for a Thank You Unity Party from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, December 16. The party will be held in the lobby of 1350 Treat Blvd, Walnut Creek (Contra Costa Centre). 

Bring a snack or drink to share. Food donations for the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano requested. For more information, call 925-682-9998 or . . . → Read More: Thank You Unity Party on Thursday, December 16

New DPCCC Twitter Feed

You can now follow the Democratic Party of Contra Costa County on Twitter. Please visit www.twitter.com/contracostadems and ask your friends to . . . → Read More: New DPCCC Twitter Feed

Upcoming Contra Costa Democratic Events

  • May 21, 2012
    • President and CEO of the Oakland Zoo Featured at Tri-Valley Democratic Club's May 21 Meeting

      Starts: 7:00 pm

      Location: IBEW Hall, 6250 Village Parkway, Dublin

  • May 22, 2012
    • El Cerrito Dem Club meeting on HS Ed programs

      Starts: 6:00 pm

      Location: El Cerrito High School library

  • May 23, 2012
    • Diablo Valley Democratic Club's May 23 Meeting Features Conversation About "Ending Gun Violence: Where Are We At?"

      Starts: 7:00 pm

      Location: Ygnacio Valley Library, 2661 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek

  • May 24, 2012
    • Democrats of Rossmoor to Review National and California Politics with Ben Tulchin

      Starts: 5:00 pm

      Location: Fireside Room, Rossmoor

    • San Ramon Valley Democratic Club's May 24 Meeting Features Former Obama Administration Official Ro Khanna

      Starts: 6:15 pm

      Location: Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Drive, Danville

  • June 14, 2012
    • Lamorinda Democratic Club Meeting

      Starts: 7:00 pm

      Location: Lafayette Library, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette

  • June 21, 2012
    • Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Central Committee Meeting

      Starts: 7:30 pm

      Location: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 302 Meeting Hall, 1875 Arnold Drive, Martinez, CA