Thursday, June 17, 2004
Barron County Courthouse

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Cecil Kippenhan.

All present introduced them, as there were new people present.

Secretary’s report was read and approved, as was the Treasurer’s report.

Old Business

We had 6 members at State convention. Jason Rae ran against 2 prominent opponents, and won a seat on the Democratic National Committee. It was reported that there were many wonderful speakers. Over 1000 were present. Invitations were extended to our Aug. 28th Rally to many prominent area democrats.

The Feingold Steering Committee will meet in Shell Lake on July 1st at 6:30.

Pam Fall is running for County Clerk and is participating in many local parades and activities.

Clarice Fall reported on information being passed out at parades, states it is very expensive, asked for discussion on less expensive ways to print them.

Judy reported on the planning committee. Howard Bichler has secured a 20-20 tent and is doing flyers for parades.

All donated funds are to be sent to Betty Vogel.

We need to find folks by highways, who would be willing to allow placement of signs for advertising.

Pork sandwiches, sweet corn, and watermelon are planned for the rally, hope to get all but the pork donated.

Tom Richie is head of the food committee.

Ed Garvey and Frank Boyle plan to attend the rally.

Dave Obey's Represenative Don Gerhardt discussed the D and 53 highway project states 2 million has been earmarked for this project and it now being rejected by some in Chetek, money must be used for this project, it cannot be re-routed to another project. Also let us know Dave Obey cannot be at our rally, as he will be in Normandy dedicating a memorial.

There was a call for people to sigh up for the Chetek Liberty Fest parade.

July 10th is the Spooner parade., they would like our float to take part.

New Business

June 28th from 5-8 fundraiser for Frank Boyle. He is facing a tough race and needs support.

Mary Hubler is running opposed needs support from all.

The Fair is coming up July 14-18th please sign up to work; Key is in Farm booth. Just ask.

Next meeting will be at the Barron County Courthouse auditorium on July 8th at 7:00.

Ralph Pitzrick moved for adjournment and there was a 2nd by Don Gerhardt.

Respectfully Submitted,
Sandy Packenham
Secretary