Thursday, June 19, 2003
Barron County Courthouse

The meeting was called to order by by acting Chairman Cecil Kippenhan, with 16 in attendance including 1 new member and 2representatives from Dave Obey's office.

The treasurer’s report was read with a reported balance of $142.75. Accepted as read.

The minutes of the last meeting were read, Marlene Raether moved for acceptance and it was 2nd’ed by Harold Kringle.

Clarrise Fall contacted the food shelves in the area, and reports that none are in dire need it was decided to take this months contribution to Cumberland for distribution to the migrant workers as needed.

Jason Rae Marlene Raether, and Cecil Kippenhan, reported on attendance at the state convention. All found it to be interesting and informative. Cecil brought back with him an assortment of information and campaign literature from Senator Feingold. It was reported that the speech by Dave Obey was a highlight of the convention. Next years convention will be held in Appleton on June 11 and 12.

Raffle tickets for the fair are now available from Betty Vogel

Jason Rae reported 127 visits to our website since our last meeting, which is the best we have done since the site was created.

A report was given by 2 gentlemen from Dave Obey’s office who were with us for the evening, they plan to be with us for the upcoming fair and parades, and brought some campaign literature.

A complaint, which came to the area Democrats, concerning Dave Obey’s office, was read, and addressed by representatives present with us.

Harold Kringle moved for adjournment with a second by Sandra Packenham.

Submitted,
Sandra Packenham
Secretary