June 2023

Monday, June 26, 7:00 p.m. Spirit Lake Public Library

*pre meeting discussion of recent Spirit Lake and Cherokee school board developments to rescind the “safety policy gun portion.”

Unofficial until approved at July 17, 2023 meeting

  • Opening - The meeting was called to order by Terry Y. 13 people were in attendance. Pledge of Allegiance. 

  • Secretary’s May summary report approved, Bob moved, Dennis, 2nd ; carried (Linda)

  • Treasurer’s Report, balance: $5,655.92  Approved: Linda moved, Bob, 2nd; motion carried (Elaine)  

DISCUSSION

  • Update from messaging and planning committee (Phil)

    • PAC creation progress; website domain; Karen, Lead; Elaine, treasurer

    • Reaching voters in our area, messaging, noted : 13k registered voters

    • VAN, voter data repository, i.e. historical voting information

    • Social media & expansion

      • Media - more points of view needed, letter to the editor

      • Need to expand core group, volunteers

      • Focus on resonating with Democrats and non-Democrats

      • Networking, key

  • Future Sizzler plans (All)

    • No decision; reviewing some small event this fall; eye on 2024 (All)

  • Update on school board elections this fall; need to have candidates 

 Adjournment: Motion by Linda/Dennis carried

The next meeting will be held on Monday, July 17, 2023, at the Nature Trails Clubhouse..