News from the Skagit County Democrats
Posted on December 25th, 2022
Skagit County Democrats Action Newsletter for December 26, 2022
Happy Holidays To All!
DEMOCRATIC EVENTS
1. UPDATED – Skagit Democrats Spring Fling Event changed
Our Outreach Committee has reviewed your responses to the Spring Fling survey and as a result will change the date to a summer/fall celebration. This will allow for an outdoor event. We will also be able to expand the event to include family, and organizations supportive of Skagit County Democrats who were integral to our 2022 success. More information will follow as planning progresses. Please be sure to share your thoughts about what you would like our event to look like. Send your responses to Charles Ivory at cmivory69@gmail.com. As always, thank you for your support.
2. The Skagit County Democrats Reorganization Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, Jan 7, 2023 at 10:00am, Skagit PUD Building, 1415 Freeway Drive, Mount Vernon
Masks are mandated at all times except while a recognized speaker is addressing the room. Please note, only elected Precinct Committee Officers (PCOs) are eligible to vote for the new Executive Board. All members may run if they choose, and they may provide comments. At the end of the meeting, we will all vote on a Resolution presented by our two Current State Committee Representatives. For the Resolution vote only, all members in good standing, PCOs and the Executive Board members are eligible to vote on the Resolution. Nominations will be taken from the floor. If no other person runs against a candidate, then that candidate automatically wins by acclamation. Rules for the Reorganization Meeting may be found in our By-Laws (Click Here) under Article 11.
3. The 40th Legislative District Democrats Reorganization Meeting is planned for Sunday, Jan 8, 2023, 10:00am – 12:00pm
More details to come.
4. The 39th Legislative District Democrats Reorganization Meeting is planned for Sunday, Jan 15, 2023, 10:30am via Zoom
Click Here to register to attend. "Reminder only elected PCO's for the 2023-2024 term can vote on the executive positions and bylaws. However, any member in good standing can run for any office and provide amendments."
5. Headquarters Holiday Closure
The Skagit County Democrats Headquarters will be closed for the Holidays Monday, Dec 19 through Monday, Jan 2, 2023. Headquarters will reopen Tuesday, Jan 3, 2023.
6. Skagit County Democrats is again requesting anyone visiting our Headquarters to "mask up"
Skagit County is experiencing a resurgence in viral respiratory illnesses, including respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza, and COVID-19. As a result, our local emergency departments, urgent care clinics, and walk-in clinics are severely strained, and many have reached full capacity. Dr. Leibrand, Skagit County Health Officer, stated: "I recommend that everyone wear a high-quality, well-fitting mask when around others in indoor spaces to protect yourself and others". Click Here for more information. Our Headquarters Office has masks in stock and available for visitors.
7. Editor's Note
I am exercising a point of privilege to recommend that, in this season of giving, a worthy recipient of largesse is our Skagit County Democrats Headquarters Rent Fund. A lot of work in support of the Skagit County Democrats happens in our office. We can also expect this to only increase over the next two years as we move to the 2024 election season. Every little bit helps, folks!
8. NEW – Links of the Week
The Links of the Week provide in-depth pieces and resources the Editor has found to be relevant, insightful, and thorough on important issues of the day.
- Read the Entire Final Report from the January 6 Committee Here
- ’Tis the Season to Debunk Your Family’s Hunter Biden Conspiracy Theories
- What is Occam's razor?
- America’s Adult Education System Is Broken. Here’s How Experts Say We Can Fix It.
- The Obvious Answer to Homelessness
COMMUNITY EVENTS
1. Guemes Island Ferry Public Open House, Tuesday, Jan 3, 3:00pm – 5:00pm, Commissioners’ Hearing Room, 1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon
"Skagit County Public Works is proposing adjustments to ferry fares in 2023. A consulting firm, KPFF Consulting Engineers, has been hired to provide services for a rate study for the Guemes Island Ferry system. The study—which is scheduled to begin in January 2023—will evaluate the current fare structure and make recommendations for rate adjustments planned for 2023. Skagit County seeks to implement electronic fare collection by the end of 2023. Recommendations of the study will consider and prioritize the future of fare collection . . . A virtual option is also available for those who would like to participate. Use the following link to log into the meeting: https://bit.ly/SkagitBoCCMtg."
2. 2023 Legislative Send-Off, Thursday Jan 5, 2023, 3:00pm – 5:00pm, Burlington City Hall, 833 South Spruce Street, Burlington
The Skagit County Chambers will be hosting the legislators from the 10th, 39th, and 40th districts for the annual Legislative Send-Off. Each legislator will share his or her priorities and expectations for the upcoming session. The audience will then have the opportunity to ask questions of the legislators. This is a FREE event to the Public. Registration is encouraged but not required to attend (Click Here). There will also be a view-only zoom link available.
3. The monthly Planned Parenthood rally is Saturday, Jan 7, 2023, 11:00am – 12:00pm, on the sidewalk in front of the Mount Vernon Health Center, 1805 East Division Street, Mount Vernon
Bring your signs, your friends, your family, and your masks.
4. Semillas de Esperanza scholarship program
"This scholarship is intended for a highly motivated undocumented* or DACA students from Skagit County seeking to earn a college degree. Multi-year funding would be provided to complete a college degree. This scholarship provides supplemental funding and applicants must demonstrate that they have applied for a range of other sources such as Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA), college and/or community-based scholarships to qualify." Click Here for more information.
5. COVID-19 Information
COVID-19 Testing Site at Cascade Mall to close at the end of December.
Click Here for the most current report and resources.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Anacortes Sunday Demonstrations
Democrats are again demonstrating in Anacortes each Sunday, 12:00pm – 1:00pm at the corner of 12th Street and Commercial Avenue. "We carry signs for Dem candidates, get out and vote signs, women's right-to-chose in healthcare and so on and so on. We need more people to show up."
2. Coffee & Cards, Wednesdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Skagit County Democrats Headquarters, 2021 East College Way, Suite 104, Mount Vernon
ATTENTION: Coffee & Cards will not be meeting the remainder of December. It will resume Wednesday, Jan 4, 2023.