News from the Skagit County Democrats
Posted on June 16th, 2024
Skagit County Democrats Action Newsletter for June 17, 2024
DEMOCRATIC EVENTS
1. The 39th Legislative District Democrats Executive Board meets Tuesday, Jun 18, 7:00pm – 8:00pm, via Zoom
Click Here for the Zoom link.
2. Rick Larsen's Skagit County Campaign Kickoff, Thursday, Jun 20, 5:30pm – 7:00pm, Mount Vernon
Exact address will be disclosed upon RSVP (Click Here). Click Here to see the full list of Rick's Kickoff Events in other counties.
3. NEW – Walk with the Skagit County Democrats in the Anacortes Pride parade!! – Saturday, Jun 22
"Hand out pride flags and celebrate another pride in Skagit County. We will line up at 10:00 AM on 3rd Street between O Ave and Commercial Ave. Parade starts downtown at 11, followed by a Celebration at Causland Park until 3pm. If you would like to join, please email Hannah at Hannah.marie.oliver@gmail.com to get the full line-up information."
4. The 39th Legislative District Democrats General Membership Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, Jun 22, 10:00am – 11:00am, via Zoom
Click Here for the Zoom link.
5. NEW – 10th Legislative District Representative Clyde Shavers’ Campaign Kickoff, Wednesday, Jun 26, 6:00pm – 7:30pm, Bayview Community Hall, 5642 Bayview Road, Langley
Click Here to RSVP or contribute.
6. NEW – The Fidalgo Democrats' latest presentation, "Don't be a scam victim" from the Jun 11 Meeting can be viewed here
7. Endorsements
Click Here to see a listing of all the candidates currently endorsed by the Skagit County Democrats.
8. There will be no Skagit County Democrats Membership Meeting in the month of June
9. The Washington State Democrats 2024 Convention will be conducted Friday, Jun 21 – Sunday, Jun 23, Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue
Delegates have already been selected for this convention. Click Here to view the convention schedule.
10. 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.
- Republicans Are Trying To Blame Joe Biden for an Act Their Party Passed in 2005
- Uncovered – How the Insurance Industry Denies Coverage to Patients
- America Is Losing the Arab World And China Is Reaping the Benefits
- DOL (Department of Labor) must fix farm workers’ prevailing wage surveys
- The Supreme Court’s mifepristone case is only a temporary victory for abortion
COMMUNITY EVENTS
1. NEW – The League of Women Voters of Skagit County present The Ins and Outs of Our Ballots and Elections, Monday, Jun 24, 6:30pm, PUD Aqua Room, 1415 Freeway Drive, Mount Vernon
"Elections Manager Gabrielle Clay answers questions on how our election system works from preparing the ballots through counting the votes."
2. NEW – Skagit County Public Health is seeking to raise supplies for farmer workers and their families
Some local health and wellness resources are participating in a private event to address support issues. "We are raising supplies for the farmer workers and their families. Donations from the Amazon Wish list until June 22nd (www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1HFMHHBQM8UAV?ref_=wl_shareare) and shipped to Helping Hands Food Bank for distribution at the event." (Helping Hands Food Bank, 9386 Fruitdale Rd, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284)
3. NEW – Skagit County to Host Series of Comprehensive Plan Update Open Houses
"Skagit County Planning and Development Services will be hosting a series of open houses over the next three weeks as an opportunity for the community to learn about and contribute to Skagit County’s 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update . . . " The scheduled meetings are as follows:
- Anacortes Depot and Community Arts Center, 611 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA on Thursday, June 20th from 5:30-7:00 PM
- Sedro-Woolley Community Center, 703 Pacific Street, Sedro-Woolley, WA on Wednesday, June 26th from 5:30-7:00 PM
- Concrete High School, 7830 S Superior Ave, Concrete, WA on Thursday, June 27th at 5:30-7:00 PM
Click Here for more information.
4. NEW – Race Week Anacortes, Jun 23, 1:00pm – Jun 28, 12:00pm, Cap Sante Marina, Anacortes
"Race Week is a 5-day sailboat racing event that takes place out of Cap Sante Marina. Race courses are set up each day on the NE shores of Guemes Island. After racing, Race Week participants enjoy post-race parties at the Depot Arts Center that feature live music, and lots of fun!"
5. School Closures
The kids are getting out of school! Please be aware and drive carefully! Watch out for the little ones now on the loose!
- Anacortes – Friday, June 14
- Burlington-Edison – Monday, June 17 – Last Day of School
- Concrete – Tuesday, June 11
- Conway – Thursday, June 13
- La Conner – Friday, June 7
- Mount Vernon – Friday, June 21 – Last Day of School – Early Release
- Sedro-Woolley – Monday, June 17 – Last day of School – Early Release
6. UPDATED – Juneteenth, is celebrated Wednesday, Jun 19
Several government and school district offices will be closed for this holiday, including (but not limited to):
- Federal Government Offices
- Washington State Offices
- Skagit County Offices
- Skagit Transit Administrative office
- Skagit Valley College
- Most School Districts
The Guemes Ferry, Transit busses, and the Transfer Station will stay in operation.
7. June is Pride Month
- Anacortes 2024 Pride Parade, Saturday, Jun 22, 11:00am, 3rd Street, Commercial Avenue to Causland Park, 710 N Avenue (Click Here for route map.)
- Anacortes Pride Family Picnic and Talent Showcase, Saturday, Jun 22, immediately following the parade, Causland Park, 710 N Avenue
- 2024 Pride Walk, Monday, Jun 24, 11:30am – 12:15pm, begins 515 Fulton Street (near MV High School), ends Edgewater Park, Mount Vernon
- 2024 Pride Potluck Picnic, Monday, Jun 24, 12:30pm – 2:30pm, Edgewater Park, Mount Vernon
- NOTE: Mount Baker Planned Parenthood will have a table at both above events
8. Burn Ban took effect June 15, 2024, for all of Skagit County
Click Here for all the particulars.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Coffee & Cards, Wednesdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Skagit County Democrats Headquarters, 2021 East College Way, Suite 104, Mount Vernon
Coffee and Cards meets on Wednesdays from 10:00am – 12:00pm. This is the group that was previously led by Carol Sullivan and is now led quite capably by Judy Farrar and Judith Chilcote. The group is a way for us to express ourselves about issues of importance to us all.
We will write messages of encouragement and support to people who are making positive contributions as well as messages of concern and opposition to people who are negatively impacting our world – this includes legislators on the local, state, and federal level as well as CEOs of corporations and other people having a significant impact in our world. We will share ideas for people to write to and issues to address.
Postcards and stamps will be provided, but we ask that people bring money to cover the cost of the postcard stamps which are currently $.53. Coffee will be provided or bring your own. As Carol always reminded us, “We are stronger together.” Our office is located at 2021 East College Way, Suite 104, Mount Vernon, 360-336-1555."
2. Anacortes Sunday Demonstrations
Progressive folks regularly demonstrate each Sunday, 12:00pm – 1:00pm at the corner of 12th Street and Commercial Avenue in Anacortes. While this is not an official Skagit County Democrats activity, turnout is encouraged.