Assemblywoman Anna Caballero will discusses AB 2494, the Housing Related Parks Program at this event organized by Landwatch:

Friday, February 20, 2009, 5 - 6pm
Montrio Bistro, upstairs banquet room
414 Calle Principal, Monterey
A cash bar will be available.
Please RSVP to Amy White - (831) 422-9384 or 648-8880

AB 2494, the Housing Related Parks Program: This legislation, sponsored by Assemblywoman Caballero and signed into law in October of 2008, is an innovative program that creates incentives and rewards for local governments to build affordable housing in conjunction with city parks.

Board of Supervisor Agenda Review
February 22nd, 5pm
Mountain Mike's Pizza, 266 Reservation Rd # D

Every Sunday evening prior to a Board of Supervisors Meeting, Supervisor Jane Parker hosts an agenda review meeting where she  answers questions, and talks with residents about their thoughts and priorities. The agenda reviews are held at .

For more information contact Supervisor Parker's Coastal Office at 2616 1st Street, Marina CA 93933. Phone: 831.883.7570; Email: jane.parker@co.monterey.ca.us; Website: http://www.janeparker.org/

Community Meeting on the County Budget
Hosted by Supervisor Jane Parker
Sunday, March 8th from 3 pm - 5pm
Marina Library Meeting Room,
190 Seaside Circle

Supervisor Jane Parker is inviting all Monterey County residents to learn more about the County Budget and share their thoughts and ideas at a Community Meeting on Sunday, March 8th. Learn about the challenges that lie ahead, be part of a solution that preserves jobs, and maintains essential public services.

Please RSVP to jane.parker@co.monterey.ca.us or at 883-7570.  If you are not able to attend, submit your ideas directly to Supervisor Parker via email at jane.parker@co.monterey.ca.us or via mail to 2616 First Avenue, Marina, CA 93933.

In this new column, Democratic Clubs of Monterey County will give you an update on their activities and of upcoming events.

Salinas Valley Democratic Club
Pot Luck - General Membership Meeting - Fun - Fellowship
Sunday, February  22nd 12:30 pm
@ Salinas Center for Change - Teamsters Hall
931 East Market Street - Salinas, CA
Run-up to 3-3-09 Election
Speakers - Issue Forums - Community - Everyone Welcome

 
Peace Picnic
Saturday May  16th  Noon
Exact time and location to be determined
This event will promote Peace
In the Family, Community and the World

Carmel Area Democratic Womens Luncheon Club
Pink Collar Politics - Electing Women in California - Bettina Duval
Thursday, February 19th, Social hour starts at 11:30 am, followed by lunch at noon.
Poseidon Room of La Playa Hotel in Carmel.
Lunch is $28 per person.
The Carmel Area Democratic Women's Luncheon Club will host Bettina Duval, founder of the California List, who will speak about the status of women in government and business, specifically what is happening in California.
Reservations can be made by sending payment to CADWLC, Box 223003, Carmel, 93922.
Reservations must be received by February 16th.

Marina Democratic Club
Regular meeting
"How Small Towns Grow a Vibrant Downtown with Citizen Participation." 
Thursday, February 19, at 7 p.m.
224B Reindollar, just across the street from English Ales.

Quinton Roland, a professional city planner, will present photos and examples of the amazing results achieved by other small California cities with maximum citizen input and participation in the planning stages. Please attend and be part of the process. We will follow the presentation with panelists Steve Zmak and Peter Le, informed planning experts who will listen to residents' concerns.
Coffee and cookies will be served.

No RSVP necessary, bring your friends and neighbors.

Contact: Luana Conley, President, Marina Democratic Club
marinademocrats@gmail.com, 831-884-9662

The Centers for Change are always looking for volunteer helpers.

Our next volunteer orientation: 
Saturday, February 21, 10am
Center for Change, Monterey Peninsula at 60 Bonifacio Plaza.

Click to sign up for the volunteer orientation.

Here are some volunteer positions we are actively recruiting for right now:

• Webmaster and web content editor
• HQ Computer Supporter
• HQ Telecommunications Support
• E-Newsletter Editor, Reporter and Photographer, Graphic Artist
• Film Night Coordinator
• HQ Custodian
• HQ Handyperson (filled, thank you Jim!)
  
• HQ Recycling/ Waste Manager

Complete a volunteer application or send us an e-mail at volunteers@montereycountydemocrats.org if you would like more information.

Co-sponsored by the California Democratic Party, Organize for America, the Monterey and Santa Cruz County Democratic Central Committees.

Saturday, March 28, 2009
Morning Sessions: 8:30 am to noon
Lunch: Noon
Program: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Afternoon Sessions: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Dinner: 6:30 pm
Social: 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Location: Monterey County Sheriff Posse Grounds
395 Old Natividad Road, Salinas, CA

This one day Camp Obama is geared to any activist who wants to create change. Work with  experts, role play with neighbors, and learn the skills to change your country and your community.

The Camp Obama includes instruction on:
� Planning high impact events like phone banks and walking door-to-door
� Developing relationships with local groups
� Finding and keeping new volunteers
� Targeting specific voters, groups and communities to build support
� Delivering messages that resonate on print and in person
For more information contact CDP Regional Director Shawn Bagley at 831-262-0367 or bagleys@redshift.com.
There is a suggested donation of $30.00. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided. Make checks payable to MCDCC and mail to Shawn Bagley, 17562 Hillcrest Drive, Salinas, CA 93908. Online registration is coming soon.