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| Thursday,
April 20, 2006
Lizbeth Ager gave the Secretary’s report, and the minutes were approved as read. Clarice Fall gave the Treasurer’s report. February's ending balance was $3,320.62. The box donation was $78.00 and a memorial came to $15.00. Memberships totaled $438.00, and the state reimbursement check totaled $115.00. Reimbursement to Edith Olson for flowers for Blackie O’Brien’s family was $23.21, leaving an ending balance of $3,735.71 State Representative Mary Hubler and State Senator Robert Jauch both attended the meeting, and each spoke briefly. Jauch reported that even 30% of the GOP wants to vote for Doyle this year so far, but urged us to work hard to send more Democrats to Madison to defeat bad ideas such as TPA. He also offered a donation toward renting a party HQ. Mary Hubler Congratulated Larry Nitz on his winning bid for Rice Lake City Council, and cited a race in Waukesha in which a Democratic teacher defeated a pro-TPA incumbent. “It portends well for the Democrats in 2006.” Old
business: Jerry Schlei showed the video he made of the March 23rd march for Feingold in Spooner at the RNC event. Fred Bannister announced a new date for the Kreitlow & Rasmus forum in Sioux Creek—October 14th. Bannister also announced the publication of his book, Health Security America: Fixing the health care crisis, and had a number on hand for sale. He showed the Chetek Alert article about his efforts, and said that his fledgling coalition needs volunteers, and he is seeking wider media coverage. Rep. Dave Obey has given the most positive support so far. New
business: Using the database provided by the party, Harold Lindemann canvassed Cumberland and signed up 11 new Democrats. He collected $1,115.00 from them and from independents who still wish to donate to the Democratic cause. “It’s not work—it’s fun!” Lindemann said. Linda Thompson made a motion for the party to fund the fair booth rental this year. Seconded and passed. Dar Ishmael will procure custom balloons. Communications Committee report: Chair Jerry Schlei spojke more about the neighborhood communicator program. The Executive Committee and Communications Committee would have a joint meeting the following Tuesday for a strategy session. Officeholder reports: Registrar of Deeds Joyce Kaseno resported hiring her first full-time employee and satisfaction in realizing her plans for changes in the office. She asked for the paty’s help when she announced her candidacy for the office. She has no announced opposition as yet. Sheriff Tom Richie reported that his department is doing well and described the successful resolution of a hostage situation in Barron, recently. He announced a joint conference with Wisconsin Attorney General Peg Lautenschlager. Candidate report: Sheriff candidate John Postle reported that his campaign is doing well and is gathering funds. He asked for Democrats’ support. There was no sunshine report. Food pantry: the donations went to Cumberland for April, at Edith Olson’s suggestion. Linda Thompson noted that the Rice Lake Chronotype ran a recent editorial about global warming, and expressed appreciation. She said that when we see editorials consonant with our values, we should encourage them. It is also an example of a local issue that Nate Franklin, the DNC field officer, would like to know about and pass along to DPW and DNC leadership. Jerry Schlei showed the new Kohl DVD for members. The next meeting will be held at the Rice Lake Library on May 18th, at 7:00 p.m. At 8:40 Tom Richie made a motion to adjourn.
Respectfully
submitted, Lizbeth Ager |
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