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| Thursday,
January 19, 2006
Beth Ager gave the Secretary’s report, and the minutes were approved as read. Clarice Fall delivered the Treasurer’s report. December's ending balance was $3,008.97. December's box donation was $39.00. Memberships totaled $145.00, and the state co-pay totaled $17.50. Reimbursement of expenses to Marge Lindeman was $22.00, and the state's share of membership dues came to $192.50, leaving an ending balance of $2,995.97. Pat Kreitlow, candidate for the 23rd Senate District, spoke about his campaign. Education, health care and political reform motivated him to seek office, and he asks for our “votes, volunteering and donations--in reverse order.” This election season promises to be nasty, divisive and competitive, and it will no longer be enough just to vote. We must also organize and get out the vote. Old
business: Kaseno estimated that the deeds office would not be up to speed until February, since they needed to hire, yet, and move to another part of the courthouse. She has been amazed at the media attention, including a profile by the Chetek Alert and an interview by WEAU. She thanked everyone for the support, looks forward to the campaign and hopes that she can count on the party’s support, adding that she has been a long-time supporter of party activities. The Chair read a clipping about Jason Rae’s journey to Israel and summarized the latest Feingold Steering Committee meeting. New
business: The DPW convention will be held June 9th and 10th in La Crosse. Barron County may send 15-17 delegates. Chairman Kippenhan hopes that Governor Doyle can pay a visit for a fundraiser or the 7th CD convention. The DPW is once again putting on the Democratic Leadership Institute for activists, campaigners and candidates, on April 29th and 30th. Jim Heerey and Fred Bannister met with Kreitlow and campaign manager to plan a “Meet the Candidates” forum in southern Barron County this spring. Communications Committee report: Jerry Schlei read a letter that will be going out to likely candidates for “neighborhood communicator” in the party’s new field organization. After the letter, committee members will make contact by telephone to talk about the voter registration drive and other items. The field organization is so vital to Democratic goals that the communications committee is asking the party to assume responsibility for the project. Schlei requested a meeting with the board of officers to discuss distributing tasks in order to minimize burnout. Office holders’ reports: Sheriff Tom Richie touched on resolving the Registrar of Deeds case, returning budgeted money to the general fund, thanks to department restructuring, and reducing property crime rates. He mentioned new programs, such as a new tribal liaison officer, funded by grant money. Richie has filed intent to run papers, but is waiting until this spring to issue a press release. Pat Moin asked if the Sheriff’s Dep’t. has an accountant. Richie replied that accounting is done through the administrator’s office by Jeff French. Sunshine report: Edith Olson requested to be notified of anyone in need of sunshine. Food pantry report: Cameron sent thanks for December’s donation. January’s will go to the Barron food shelf. Candidates’ report: John Postle, candidate for sheriff, has his web site up and asked members for feedback. The next meeting will take place on February 16th at 7:00 p.m. at the Barron County Courthouse auditorium. 8:20:
Curt Collins motioned to adjourn, with Hugo Harbers seconding. Respectfully
submitted, Lizbeth Ager |
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