46th LD Blog

Hello 46th District Democrats ­– 

Here's what our organization was up to in October!

⭐ October 15 Regular Membership Meeting

Our October 15 Regular Membership meeting was called to order at 7:06pm and adjourned at 8:28pm. Approximately 61 members and guests attended over the course of the evening. Here are some highlights from the meeting:

Following a welcome and declaration of quorum, by Chair Hunter Brown, and a Land Acknowledgement, by Secretary Rachel Woodbrook, we covered the following business items:

• We Approved the September 17, 2024 Regular Membership Meeting Minutes and the evening's Agenda, without objection.
• We Approved Amendments to the financial management rules in the Bylaws and Standing Rules of the 46th District Democrats
• We Approved one Resolution:
  • Resolution in Support of Big 5 Legislative Priorities to Fully Fund Our Schools by Fixing the Unfair Tax Code

We also received a State Committee Meeting report from State Committee member Tara Gallagher; and a General Election updates from Chair Brown.

Programs and Events

THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at 46th District Democrats events held in October! These included ...

October 5: Pancakes for Progress @ the Seattle Labor Temple

We stirred, we flipped and together, 46th members helped make the Pancakes for Progress event happen! We had a great turnout and it was a powerful way for people to connect with the candidates and issues before going out to engage with the community. Our own 46th Legislative Representative Gerry Pollet spoke passionately about the importance of defeating the ballot initiatives. Thanks to all who attended!

October 6: Program on Critical Ballot Initiatives + Elect Alexis Mercedes Rinck campaign

The 46th District Democrats gathered for a fun and informative program to learn about the deceptive and dangerous ballot initiatives on the November ballot – I-2109, I-2117, I-2124, and I-2066. We also explored Prop 1, and heard from King County Councilmember, Rod Dembowski, who spoke on the proposition and ballot initiatives. Lastly, we heard from a representative of Seattle City Council candidate Alexis Mercedes Rinck. Huge thanks to Program Co-chairs, Kathy Bentson and Sylvia Haven for producing yet another enjoyable program!

October 12: GOTV Packet Assembly

Many hands made light work, at our General Election GOTV Packet Assembly party! Together, we prepped over 8,000 pieces of literature for our Precinct Committee Officers to doorbell with, as they encourage voters to support our slate of endorsed candidates. Thanks to all who helped out, and especially to PCO Chair, Marc Auerbach for organizing, and to 46th member Kathy Sakahara for opening up her home for this event.

Looking Ahead ….

• GENERAL ELECTION – Tuesday, Nov. 5; Ballots due by 8:00pm
  If you haven’t turned yours in yet, pop it in a ballot drop box near you by 8pm TONIGHT! Find a drop box here

• 46th District Democrats Executive Committee Meeting – Thursday, Nov. 7; 7:00-9:00pm
  These monthly meetings are normally held on the 1st Tuesday of each month, but this one was rescheduled due to Election Day. Register here.
  
  
• 46th District Dems Effective Meetings Committee Meeting – Sunday, Nov. 17, at 7:00pm
  These monthly meetings are held on the Sundays preceding Regular Membership Meetings. Register here.
  
  
• 46th District Democrats Regular Membership Meeting – Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 7:00pm
  These monthly meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesdays of each. Register here.
  
  
• 46th District Democrats Policy Committee Meeting – Thursday, Nov. 28, 6:30-8:00pm
  These monthly meetings are held on the 4th Thursday of each month. Register here.

🏛️ Connect with our 46th Legislative Delegation

Find out what State Senator Javier Valdez, Representative Gerry Pollet and Representative Darya Farivar are up to by signing up for their newsletters:

Sen. Javier Valdez: https://senatedemocrats.wa.gov/valdez/e-newsletter/
Rep. Gerry Pollet: https://housedemocrats.wa.gov/pollet/e-news/
Rep. Darya Farivar: https://housedemocrats.wa.gov/farivar/e-news/

📢 Missed a meeting? Find them online!

You can find recordings of many of our past meetings on our 46th District Dems YouTube Channel. And now that we live stream Regular Membership Meetings directly on YouTube, most recordings can be found under the "Live" tab.

📌 Last but not least ….

Renew your membership (or start a new one) TODAY!

Dues support the costs associated with running the 46th Legislative District, and give you voting power at Membership Meetings, for items such as endorsing candidates, ballot measures and resolutions; electing some executive board positions like At-Large Members of the Executive Board; and adopting and amending our budget.

We have several contribution levels:

• Student / Limited Income ($10)
• Individual ($40)
• Couple/Family ($60)
• 4600 Club ($100)
• Friend of the 46th ($250)
• Benefactor of the 46th ($500)

Join at https://www.46dems.org/become_a_member. For questions about the status of your membership, email Membership Chair, Scott Alspach, at [email protected]

THANK YOU for reading, and for being part of our dynamic organization! We've accomplished so much this year, and we're excited to finish strong in the final months of 2024. Stay tuned for information on the 46th Dems Reorg Meeting, coming in January!

Hunter Brown and Lisa Rivera
Chair and Vice-Chair
46th District Democrats

a.k.a. Wadsworth & Yvette (on Halloween)

Hello 46th District Democrats --

This is your official CALL TO MEETING for the October 15, 2024 46th District Democrats Regular Membership Meeting, on Zoom.

DATE: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
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 accommodation, please follow the steps outlined on the 46th Dems Accommodations Request Process. Forty-eight hours notice is appreciated.

Eligible voters will receive a voting code (for balloted votes only), at the email address provided for their 46th District Democrats membership, the night before the scheduled meeting. For questions regarding voting codes, please email Effective Meetings Chair, Nathan Antonio, at [email protected]

🔵 REVIEW MEMBERSHIP STATUS:

Memberships expire on January 31 of each year, in accordance with our Standing Rules. Those who were paid members in the previous year (i.e. 2023) can renew at any time (or be granted a dues waiver), and your membership will become active 24 hours later. All others will have their memberships become active 21 days after paying dues (or being granted a dues waiver). 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/or learn how to receive a waiver here: https://www.46dems.org/become_a_member

🔵 PLEASE REVIEW OUR VIDEO TUTORIALS ON PARTICIPATION:

• How to Vote
• Meeting Norms
  

🔵 ITEMS TO BE VOTED ON:

• Consent Agenda:
  
  • October 15, 2024 Regular Membership Meeting Agenda
  • Approve September 17, 2024 Regular Membership Meeting Minutes
• Updates to Bylaws and Standing Rules
  • Proposed amendments to the financial management rules in the Bylaws and Standing Rules of the 46th District Democrats
  • See below for more information
• Resolutions
  • Resolution in Support of Big 5 Legislative Priorities to Fully Fund Our Schools by Fixing the Unfair Tax Code

🔵 PROPOSED FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT RULES AMENDMENTS:

Here are the Proposed Amendments to Section 10.7 of the Bylaws and Section 7 of the Standing Rules, to be voted on at the October 15th District meeting.

The proposed changes were provided to the membership on September 16, as part of the Financial Review Committee’s Summary Report. The proposed rule changes were then described at the September 17 Regular Membership meeting and members were invited to comment via email or at the next scheduled committee meeting. The Bylaws & Rules Committee then held that meeting on September 30, to discuss the proposed amendments, which resulted in further refinement of the language.

Members who wish to propose changes to the linked proposed amendments are encouraged to do so in advance of the October 15 Regular Membership Meeting, by emailing a written amendment to [email protected]. Amendments proposed, either before or during the October meeting, must be provided in writing, and must clearly identify the section(s) to be amended.

🔵 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

[email protected]