September 2023

Unofficial until approved at October 16, 2023 meeting

Opening – The meeting was called to order by Terry Yarns at 7:00 pm. Nine people were in attendance. Pledge of Allegiance

  • Secretary’s report from the August meeting was reviewed. Motion to approve – Tim F,. 2nd – Phil S.  Carried

  • Treasurer’s report – Elaine F. reported a balance of $2171.97. Motion to approve – Harold P., 2nd - Louise H. Carried.

DISCUSSION

  • “The Iowa We Want” PAC update – Phil reported on the meetings and progress this group is achieving. Short term and longer term focus goals were talked about. A motion was made by Louise H. to donate $500 to The Iowa We Want PAC, 2nd by Harold P. Carried. Consider becoming involved! We will be kept updated at each meeting. Website:  https://theiowawewant.org/ Click for Facebook link.

  • Terry Y. reported that the Democrat Caucus will be held January 15th. Location to be determined. Terry will be in attendance at a meeting this coming Saturday pertaining to the workings of this event. More to report next month.  

    • Press Release Sep 16.2023 -Iowa Democratic Party Announces In-person Caucus Date    ….The Iowa Democratic Party State Central Committee met today to officially approve January 15, 2024, the national holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as the date for our in-person precinct caucuses.   Click here for full press release and statements by Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rita Hart, Iowa Democratic Black Caucus Chair Al Womble and Iowa Legislative Black Caucus Chair Rep. Ruth Ann Gaines. 

  • Other discussions took place.

Motion to adjourn at 7:42pm by Louise H., 2nd – Tim F. 

The next meeting will be held on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Nature Trails Clubhouse.

Julie Fairchild, Co-Secretary