Monthly Meeting Summary
Monday, September 15, 2025, 7:00pm - Lakes Activity (Senior) Center, Spirit Lake
Unofficial until approved at October 20, 2025 meeting.
Harold Prior called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM., with approximately 22 attendees.
A summary of the August meeting was presented. No additions or corrections. Motion approved/carried by Pat K./John A.
Treasurer’s Report: Current balance checking account: $2,407.26. Donations since last meeting: $204.01. Motion approved. Accept report as presented; Pat K./Karen S.
New Secretary confirmed: Don Breuker has volunteered. Motion approved; Pat K./Kaylen K.
GENERAL CONVERSATIONS:
Future promotional positive statements summary was provided by Kaylene K. Potentially to be used for parade banners, promotional materials, media ads.
Voter registration data kept up-to-date is an ongoing challenge. Should set a goal for updated data by next spring.
Rally will be held on October 18, 2025, at the Dickinson County Court House from 11:00 to 12:00. Sponsored by 50501 Movement.
A Meet and Greet for Dave Dawon will be held from 4-6pm Saturday Sept 20; with remarks at 5, hosted by the Gronstals in Orleans. No cost. Donations will be accepted.
Report on the Democrats Booth at the Clay County Fair. Karen S commented that she put in 5 shifts, and the atmosphere was much better than in recent years. Fewer MEGA caps observed.
Attendance at our Meetings. We need more bodies here at our meetings. We should have at least one representative from each precinct.
Comments on dissatisfaction with the support from the Iowa Democratic Party. Suggestion that we reach out to more counties and call into the State office.
The Younger Generation. Comments were made that the younger generation, 18 – 30 are perceived to not trust either party. Need to continue finding ways to reach that age bracket.
Meeting adjourned at 7:55. Karen S/Barry S.
Don Breuker, Secretary
Next meeting, Monday, October 20, 2025, 7:00pm, Lakes Activity (Senior) Center, Spirit Lake.