46th LD Blog
Call to Meeting – November 21, 2023
Hello 46th District Democrats –
This is your official CALL TO MEETING for the November 21, 2023 46th District Democrats Regular Membership Meeting. See below for self-nomination rules for Executive Board vacancies, one of which is a PCO-only vote.
DATE: Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: This meeting will be held on Zoom
🔵 PLEASE REGISTER TO ATTEND:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIude6tqzgiHNMENl3XlsqbpyBPQmIa25hO
To request an accomodation, please follow the steps outlined on the 46th Dems Accommodations Request Process. Fourty-eight hours notice is appreciated.
🔵 RENEW MEMBERSHIP FOR 2023:
Memberships expire on January 31 of each year, in accordance with our Standing Rules. To be eligible to vote at a given meeting, one must be a dues paying member, or be granted a dues waiver, at least 21 days in advance of the meeting. For those who were members the prior year (i.e. 2022), if you haven't renewed yet, you will be eligible to vote one (1) day after you renew your dues or receive a dues wavier. This means that, ** TO VOTE AT THIS MEETING, 2022 MEMBERS MUST RENEW MEMBERSHIP BY NOV. 20 ** For questions on the status of your membership, email Membership Chair, Scott Alspach at [email protected]
Refer to the Bylaws and Standing Rules for more information. Renew and learn how to receive a waiver here: https://www.46dems.org/become_a_member_today
🔵 REVIEW OUR VIDEO TUTORIALS ON PARTICIPATION:
🔵 ITEMS TO BE VOTED ON:
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Consent Agenda:
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Executive Board Vacancies (see below for updated self-nomination rules)
- KCDCC Alternate (vacated by Bryce Cannatelli)
- At Large Position (vacated by Melissa Taylor)
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At Large Position (vacated by Mario Falit-Baiamonte)
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A Resolution to Support the People of Ukraine in their Defense Against Russian Genocide and Colonialism
- Executive Board Recommended Motion to Postpone consideration of Ukraine Resolution indefinitely
🔵 Executive Board Vacancy Self-Nomination Rules:
We have a total of three vacancies on the Executive Board, to consider during our November Meeting:
- King County Democratic Central Committee (KCDCC) Alternate (1 vacancy)
Our remaining alternate is male identifying, so it would be great to elect an alternate that does not identify as male. However, this isn’t a requirement under KCDCC’s rules. NOTE: This is a PCO only vote. However, you do not have to be a PCO to be eligible for this position.
- Member-at-Large (2 vacancies)
There are two vacancies for our Member-at-Large positions on our Executive Board. PCOs and Members in good standing are eligible to vote for these positions.
** UPDATED RULES FOR SELF-NOMINATION: PCOs and Members in good standing interested in filling any of these vacancies must:
- Self-nominate by Saturday November 18, 2023 at 5pm by emailing [email protected], and CC’ing [email protected] and [email protected]
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Use one of the following the Subject lines:
- EBoard Candidate for KCDCC Alternate
- EBoard Candidate for Member-at-Large
- Include your preferred pronouns
You may also provide a written statement of up to 500 words, with or without a headshot. If you would like to submit a written statement, please do so when you self-nominate. Nominations and Statements will be posted to the website in the order they are received, but not later than Monday, November 20, 2023 by 5pm.
The names of all nominated candidates and their statements will be added to our website here: https://www.46dems.org/candidates_for_eboard
🔵 IMPORTANT MEETING RESOURCES:
- Bylaws of the 46th District Democrats of Washington
- Standing Rules of the 46th District Democrats of Washington
- 46th PDC Committee Page
🔵 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:
If you have any questions regarding the meeting or registration, please email [email protected]
We hope to see you at the meeting!
– Hunter Brown
Chair, 46th District Democrats
2023 46th District Dems Fall Fest GOTV launch - with Pramila Jayapal
We're just hours away from our biggest event of the fall!
Come on down to the Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center TODAY, for our 2023 46th District Dems Fall Fest GOTV launch - with Pramila Jayapal!!
DATE: Saturday, Oct. 14
TIME: 3:00 to 5:00pm
LOCATION: Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center, 6535 Ravenna Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115
DONATIONS WELCOME BUT NOT REQUIRED, we just want to see you there! Just select the "Volunteer and/or Living Lightly" option and consider yourself registered!
Then, get ready to ...
– Mingle with fellow 46th Dems and elected officials!
– Get cozy with candidates for local offices!
– Snap a few pictures in our GOTV Photo Booth!
– Pick up your PCO precinct walking materials!
– Satisfy your snack attack with tasty treats and beverages!
And so much more! This event is for all ages, so RSVP at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/46th_fall_gotv
SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal
Representative Darya Farivar
- King County Council Endorsed Candidates
o District 2 – Girmay Zahilay
o District 4 – Sarah Reyneveld
- Seattle School Board Endorsed Candidates
o Director District 2 – Lisa Rivera Smith
o Director District 3 – Evan Briggs
o Director District 6 – Gina Topp
- Seattle City Council Endorsed Candidates
o District 4 – Ron Davis
o District 5 – ChrisTiana Obeysumner
- 2024 State Attorney General Candidates
o Nick Brown
o Manka Dhingra
HUGE THANKS to our SPONSORS!
Marc Auerbach
Kathy Bentson
Ned Friend
Lisa Rivera Smith
Gina Topp
SPONSORSHIPS STILL AVAILABLE to all (not just candidates!). There are several levels and all sponsors will receive a custom name badge, designed by local Native artist Denise L. Emerson. Learn more at our 46th Dems Fall Fest Sponsorships page.
VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED. Sign up here to lend a hand and help make our event a success!
See you TODAY, 3-5pm at the Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center!
– Chair Hunter Brown
46th District Democrats