Skagit County Democrats

Skagit Dems Honor Janicki, Prepare for New Commissioner Appointment

The Skagit County Democrats extend their sincere gratitude to Skagit County Commissioner Lisa Janicki for more than a decade of dedicated service to the residents of Skagit County. Her contributions, including her role as a founding member of the North Star Initiative, her efforts in addressing housing issues through projects like Martha’s Place and the First Step Center, and her commitment to protecting natural resources and greenspaces, have significantly benefited all Skagitonians.

In accordance with WA State law, and due to Commissioner Janicki’s retirement, the Skagit County Democrats will nominate three candidates to the Skagit County Commission for consideration of appointment to her seat before the end of the year. This selection process will follow state law, including a required meeting and vote by the elected and appointed Precinct Committee Officers (PCOs). The Skagit County Democrats will ensure the community is kept informed as further details emerge regarding the appointment timeline, meeting procedures, and the application process for interested individuals. We appreciate your patience as we honor Commissioner Janicki’s legacy and finalize the process for appointment consideration.

For any inquiries, please contact Chair Roger Phillip at chair@skagitdemocrats.org.

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The Skagit County Democratic Party is an inclusive political organization that seeks to elect Democrats committed to the core values of our constituents and the Platform of the Washington State Democratic Party.

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Special Central Committee & Membership Meeting

When: Saturday August 2nd, 10:00 am – noon
Where: C2C Community Center, 224 Stewart Rd, Suite 230, Mount Vernon, WA

We will be conducting our second and final round of endorsement considerations. The Endorsement Committee has provided the following recommendations:

Dual Endorsement of Luke Currier and Teresa DeLaRosa for Anacortes City Council, Position 4.

Endorsement of Sammy Solano Rivera for Mount Vernon School Board.

Recommendation of Terry Carroll-Gillis for Anacortes Port Commissioner, Position 1.

If you plan to join us via Zoom, please register in advance to receive details on how to join the meeting. Please note that voting will only be available for members attending in person and whose membership is in good standing.

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PCO Recruitment

PCO Recruitment
You can get involved in a big way by becoming a PCO.

Step 1: Find Your Precinct using WA State MyVote Form and Skagit County’s Interactive Map.

Step 2: Check the list of vacant precincts.

Step 3: Application: complete this form for Skagit County and email a copy to chair@skagitdemocrats.org

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Washington State 40th District Representative Debra Lekanoff Invites You to Virtual Coffees

Rep. Lekanoff invites her constituents to virtual coffees several times over the Summer through September. The schedule is available online. She has also reported back with “The Story of the 2025 Legislative Session.”

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Primary Election

August 5, 2025

Party Platform

As Democrats we respect the rights guaranteed by our Constitution that support:

Economic Opportunity
Social and Civil Justice
Personal Freedom
Security
Privacy

We are dedicated to achieving peace, prosperity, and opportunity.

Agriculture Economic Development, Corporate Power, & Media Reform Education Environment & Energy Foreign Policy Government & Political Reform Healthcare Human & Civil Rights Immigration Labor & Economic Justice Law & Justice Military & War Transportation

Our platform rests on the principles that there should be:

Security for all
Education, jobs and economic opportunity for all
Accessible and affordable healthcare for all
Rebuilding of our reputation in the world as a cooperative and just country
Reversal of the erosion of civil liberties in our country
Recognition that diversity strengthens our nation
Economic and social policies that protect the environment

Skagit County Democrats adopt this platform to ensure that voters and candidates for public office understand and support our goals. Elected officials should adhere to this platform.

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"I stand for simple justice, equal opportunity and human rights. The indispensable elements in a democratic society - and well worth fighting for."

HELEN SUZMAN