Dear Fellow Olympian,

The second public forum has been rescheduled for next Wednesday, February 10^th, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Yesterday the City Council had a work session to further discuss it 2010 priorities.  At Wednesday's forum, I'll briefly go over those priorities and then ask you what the Council got right, what it got wrong, what it missed, and how YOU think we can get the most done with the city's limited resources.

I hope to see you there.  But if you can't make it, please be sure to call me at 628-7052 or email me at krogers@ci.olympia.wa.us with any ideas or questions you might have.

Thank you for working with me to improve Olympia city government!

What: Please join in the celebration to kick off the campaign of Dennis Pulsipher for Thurston County Assessor.
When: February 11, 2010, 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Where:  South Sound Manor Banquet Center, 455 North Street SE, Tumwater, WA  98501 (map)

Food prepared by Helen Carlstrom and Patricia Costello, Welcome by Wanda Riley

Donations Appreciated

DIRECTIONS:  FROM I-5 SOUTHBOUND• Take Exit #103 - Second Ave.
• At the bottom of the off ramp at the Stop sign go straight - • Stay in the Left Lane
• At the next light turn Left on Custer Way - • Cross the Bridge
• Continue through the next light at Capitol Blvd.
• Continue through the next light at Cleveland Ave.
• The Street name changes to North St. - • There is a large Cemetery on the Right
• Take the fourth Right - 455 North St. SE

We are pleased to announce that Senator Patty Murray, Governor Chris Gregoire, Congressman Jim McDermott, and Congressman Adam Smith will be joining us for the Washington State Democrats Annual Crab Feed! 

Our annual Crab Feed is on Presidents’ Day, Feb. 15th. It will be held at Saint Martin’s University Pavilion (5300 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503) beginning at 5:00pm. Tickets are $50 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. Sponsorships are also available. For sponsorship details go to www.wa-democrats.org/info-crab. 

Register online at www.wa-democrats.org/crab.

The Crab Feed is a fun and festive event that includes a live band, great food, and lots of mingling. We will be serving a feast of crab, salmon, and clams with a vegetarian main dish and multiple side dishes.

From 10:00am to 4:00pm we will be holding our annual Precinct Committee Officer (PCO)/Party Activist Training.  The training will include a presentation from Organizing for America, a session on local Party fundraising, an overview of the caucus and convention cycle, Votebuilder training, and much more. The full schedule will be up shortly at www.wa-democrats.org/info-crab. The training is $15 and includes coffee and lunch. 

Register online at www.wa-democrats.org/crab.

If you have any questions, please contact Shawna Ousse at shawna@wa-democrats.org or (206) 583-0664 ext 14. I hope to see you on Presidents’ Day! 

Sincerely,
Dwight Pelz
Washington State Democrats Chair
   

Washington State Democrats Annual

Crab Feed

&

Precinct Committee Office and Party Activist Training

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Presidents' Day – Monday, February 15, 2010
St. Martin's University Pavilion
5300 Pacific Ave SE | Lacey, WA 98503 (map)

Precinct Committee Office and Party Activist Training

10:00am—4:00pm

($15—includes lunch)

Crab Feed

5:00pm
($50 per person - $10 children 12 and under)

A feast of Crab, Salmon, and Clams with a Vegetarian main dish 

and multiple side dishes

ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL BE UP SHORTLY AT

www.wa-democrats.org

For questions please contact Shawna Ousse at 206-583-0664 or shawna@wa-democrats.org

Crab Feed Sponsorship Levels:

Program Sponsor: $250
5 tickets
Name in Program
Name in Slideshow of Sponsors

Party Sponsor: $500
10 tickets
Name in Program
Name in Slideshow of Sponsors

Grand Sponsor: $1,000
10 tickets - 2 private reception tickets
Name in Program
Logo in Slideshow of Sponsors

Recognition at podium

Education; Health Care; Clean Air & Water; Resources for Kids, the Elderly, Disabled, & Working Families

When: Monday, February 15, 12 noon
Where: Capitol Steps, Olympia (map)
What: Come urge our elected leaders to stand up to special interest lobbyists and Eyman extremists and protect our future during this economic crisis! Help stop devastating cuts to education, health care, environmental programs, and services for the most vulnerable through closing tax loopholes and creating other sources of revenue.  The future of our state and our economic prosperity depend on it!
RSVP/Link: www.OurEconomicFuture.org

 A Health Care Forum will be held in the sanctuary at the Olympia, WA First Christian Church (7th and Franklin) (map) and is sponsored by Interfaith Works, First Christian Church, First Baptist Church, the United Church, Temple Beth Hatfiloh, Reality, St. Michael Catholic Church, St. John’s Episcopal Church and First United Methodist Church. These forums will take place on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 PM beginning on January 12, 2010.

What: Thurston County Campaign Kickoff for Denny Heck
When: Saturday, February 20, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Where: Olympia Farmer's Market (map)
Contact: LINK

Washington State House of Representatives
Rep. Brendan Williams – 22^nd Legislative District

Rep. Brendan Williams invites locals to join him in Town Hall Forum

22^nd Legislative District Town Hall

Saturday, February 20, 2010

4-5:30p.m.

The Mark - 407 Columbia St. SW, Olympia

Olympia – State Rep. Brendan Williams (D - Olympia) invites residents of the 22^nd legislative district to join him for a town hall meeting next Saturday, February 20^th, 4pm-5:30pm at The Mark restaurant in downtown Olympia.

Brendan will update residents of the 22^nd on the state budget, legislation he’s working on, and respond to questions and comments about the Legislature’s work this year. Come take part in your democracy, and get your voice heard.

 A Health Care Forum will be held in the sanctuary at the Olympia, WA First Christian Church (7th and Franklin) (map) and is sponsored by Interfaith Works, First Christian Church, First Baptist Church, the United Church, Temple Beth Hatfiloh, Reality, St. Michael Catholic Church, St. John’s Episcopal Church and First United Methodist Church. These forums will take place on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 PM beginning on January 12, 2010.

 Meet State Representatve Candidate Steve Robinson
Break bread with the candidate. Join State Legislative Candidate Steve Robinson for lunch at Top Foods in Lacey at noon on Thursday, February 25. Ask questions and provide your perspectives on the issues you care about most. Steve is THE candidate for the 22nd District House of Representatives, Position 1. BYRB (Buy your own rice bowl!) You can also send questions and comments to Steve at Water4fish@comcast.net.  Participate in Steve's Blog at http://citizensforsteverobinson.wordpress.com/ or his Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Citizens-for-Steve-Robinson/370709215034.

Click here for a map.

Join the Young Democrats of Washington at their annual convention!

The Young Democrats are inviting party activists, elected officials, and community leaders throughout the state to join in their convention March 5th-7th in Seattle.  YDWA is one of the oldest political organizations in the state, with a tradition going back more than 75 years of youth activism.  Each year the Young Democrats give countless hours to volunteer and work for great Democratic candidates and causes at the municipal, state, and federal levels. Join us as we celebrate 2009, and kick off 2010!

As a part of the convention, YDWA hosts an awards banquet will be held on March 6th at the Best Western Executive Inn in Downtown Seattle.  A VIP reception will begin at 6pm, and the dinner and awards ceremony will begin at 7pm. Dinner tickets are $50 per person, and VIP reception is $25 per person. To register, please go to http://tiny.cc/1G0Gh.  Tables and half tables for the dinner are available at a discounted rate.  Anyone who is a supporter of the Young Democrats is invited!

If you have any questions, please contact Andrew Peabody at andrew.peabody@ydwa.org.

We look forward to seeing you in Seattle! 

Join the Young Democrats of Washington at their annual convention!

The Young Democrats are inviting party activists, elected officials, and community leaders throughout the state to join in their convention March 5th-7th in Seattle.  YDWA is one of the oldest political organizations in the state, with a tradition going back more than 75 years of youth activism.  Each year the Young Democrats give countless hours to volunteer and work for great Democratic candidates and causes at the municipal, state, and federal levels. Join us as we celebrate 2009, and kick off 2010!

As a part of the convention, YDWA hosts an awards banquet will be held on March 6th at the Best Western Executive Inn in Downtown Seattle.  A VIP reception will begin at 6pm, and the dinner and awards ceremony will begin at 7pm. Dinner tickets are $50 per person, and VIP reception is $25 per person. To register, please go to http://tiny.cc/1G0Gh.  Tables and half tables for the dinner are available at a discounted rate.  Anyone who is a supporter of the Young Democrats is invited!

If you have any questions, please contact Andrew Peabody at andrew.peabody@ydwa.org.

We look forward to seeing you in Seattle! 

Join the Young Democrats of Washington at their annual convention!

The Young Democrats are inviting party activists, elected officials, and community leaders throughout the state to join in their convention March 5th-7th in Seattle.  YDWA is one of the oldest political organizations in the state, with a tradition going back more than 75 years of youth activism.  Each year the Young Democrats give countless hours to volunteer and work for great Democratic candidates and causes at the municipal, state, and federal levels. Join us as we celebrate 2009, and kick off 2010!

As a part of the convention, YDWA hosts an awards banquet will be held on March 6th at the Best Western Executive Inn in Downtown Seattle.  A VIP reception will begin at 6pm, and the dinner and awards ceremony will begin at 7pm. Dinner tickets are $50 per person, and VIP reception is $25 per person. To register, please go to http://tiny.cc/1G0Gh.  Tables and half tables for the dinner are available at a discounted rate.  Anyone who is a supporter of the Young Democrats is invited!

If you have any questions, please contact Andrew Peabody at andrew.peabody@ydwa.org.

We look forward to seeing you in Seattle!