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Message from the Chair
Please join Representative John Kefalas in the home of Rick Price and Paola Malpezzi-Price to for John's state senate campaign kick-off. Former Speaker of the Colorado House Andrew Romanoff and Representative Randy Fischer will help with this momentous event. Please see the details below.
The Mail-In Election that ends on November 1st will elect directors for the Poudre and the Thompson R2-J school districts, and municipal officials in the fair city of Loveland. Mail-in ballots will be sent October 11th to active voters residing in the appropriate districts. Only voters that participated in the general election of 2010 and those that have registered after that will
be mailed ballots on October 11th. Until October 3rd, inactive voters can request a ballot by calling the Larimer County Elections division at 498-7820 or check their status online at www.Larimer.org/elections.
After October 3rd, a registered voter must visit a walk-in service center to get a ballot. There will be three walk-in centers, one in Fort Collins, Loveland and Estes Park. The addresses can also be found on the Larimer Co. elections site under the current election tab.
--William Russell
"Right now, Denver is looking to send ballots to all inactive voters.
We've told them that violates Colorado state law,
and we're asking them to cease and desist."
--Secretary of State Scott Gessler, in a
statement sent to Fox31 Denver.
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 Party News On Monday, the Colorado Reapportionment Commission adopted final state legislative district maps for the state's 35 Senate and 65 House districts. In bipartisan votes (8-3 for the House and 9-2 for the Senate), the Commission made substantial changes to almost all of the previous districts. For the next decade, these new district lines will define how our communities are represented in the legislature and how we fight for Democratic values. Click here for the maps.
Both pdf and Google Earth versions are available (the Google Earth version is much more detailed but requires a software download).
I am sure many of us are concerned about the political implications of these new districts. We are carefully reviewing every detail and will have more analysis soon. I am confident that with hard work and a strong effort across the state, Democrats will regain the State House and maintain our majority in the Senate.
Thank you for your interest and all that you do to support Democrats in Colorado.
Sincerely,
Rick Palacio
Chairman, Colorado Democratic Party
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Campaign News
Sat, Sep 24
Join Andrew Romanoff at John Kefalas' SD 14 campaign kickoff!
Former Speaker of the House Andrew Romanoff will join State Representative John Kefalas at his State Senate 14 Campaign Kickoff on Saturday, September 24, from 4:30-7:00 pm at the home of Rick Price and Paola Malpezzi. State Representative Randy Fischer is also confirmed for this momentous kickoff event. Food and drink will be provided.
$25 suggested donation
Date & Time: Saturday, September 25, 4:30 - 7:00 pm
Location: 1925 Wallenberg Dr., Fort Collins
For more information, or to become a co-host, contact Rick at 970-310-5238 or e-mail rick@experienceplus.com
Obama Campaign Volunteer Opportunities in Loveland
Come meet with top volunteers, make phone calls, write Letters to the Editor, knock on doors, plan events and make certain that our President is re-elected AND that he has a Congress who will work with him to support the People - not just big corporations and special interests. Are You In? We are making history, making friends for life and having a fabulous time.
Weekly Call Party/Canvass
Date & Time: Every Monday; 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
East Loveland Team Meeting
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 20; 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Letters to the Editor Workshop
Date & Time: Every Month - Next Workshop on October 8; 10:00 am - Noon
Omelets For America - Sunday Brunch
Don't miss this one! We gather every month to enjoy a home-cooked, hearty breakfast, catch up with neighbors and friends and to support a local charity, organization or political candidate. This month's brunch will be in support of State Senator Brandon Shaffer who is running for US Congress in CD4. Come meet our future Congressman and show your commitment to returning Larimer County to a lovely shade of Blue!
Date & Time: Sunday, October 9; 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Nancy Jackson's Home; 6200 W 32nd St; Loveland
West Loveland Team Meeting
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 11; 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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Community News
Sat. Sep 24:
Community Issues Forum with Reps. Fischer & Kefalas and Sen. Bacon: Ending Gender Violence in Northern Colorado
Join Representatives Randy Fischer and John Kefalas and Senator Bob Bacon for their first fall Community Issues Forum, entitled "Ending Gender Violence in Northern Colorado."Reps. Fischer and Kefalas will moderate the discussion. A panel of two local experts in the areas of domestic violence and sexual assault will present information about sexual violence in our communities and innovative prevention and intervention practices. There will also be discussion about the level of awareness in Larimer and Weld Counties regarding sexual assault issues and a short video depicting a sexual assault survivor's story and empowerment. The panelists' presentation will be followed by a robust community dialogue. Date & Time: Saturday, September 24, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Location: Council Tree Library, 2733 Council Tree Ave., Fort Collins
The forum's location, Council Tree Library, is wheelchair accessible. Sat. Oct 1:
Forum on Upcoming Heath Care Legislation in Colorado State Sen. Irene Aguilar, M.D., will discuss health care legislation she plans to introduce in 2012, and will answer questions and accept comments and suggestions. Ft. Collins is the first stop on a statewide tour by Sen. Aguilar this fall. The program, which is open to the public, is sponsored by Health Care for All Colorado. Dr. Aguilar was selected by her party to fill the State Senate seat vacated by Chris Romer last year when he ran unsuccessfully for mayor of Denver. She now represents Senate District 32. Date & Time: Saturday, October 1, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Location: Coloradoan Community Room, 1300 Riverside Ave., Fort Collins Wed, Oct 5: Breakfast Forum featuring ML Johnson and PSD School Board Candidates ML Johnson, will speak on responsibilities of school board, how members affect education, closing of schools, hiring/retaining superintendents, etc., giving a base for a whole host of questions for the candidates.
Your contribution of $5 covers room cost, coffee and tea. A non-perishable food item or $1 cash donation for the Food Bank is very much appreciated. All are welcome!
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 5, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Location: Fort Collins Hilton, 425 W. Prospect
Please RSVP by Saturday, October 1: Lou Anderson at 970-224-5018 or
breakfastforum@gmail.com.
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Regular Meetings
Larimer County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting
Monthly business meeting. All are Welcome!
Date & Time: Third Thursdays, 6:30 pm social, Meeting at 7:00 pm
Location: Larimer County Democratic Party Headquarters, 606 S. Mason Street, Fort Collins
Email Secretary@LarimerDems.org for questions or more information.
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Contact Us
Visit www.LarimerDems.org/larimerofficials.html for a full list of Larimer County Democrats elected leaders and committee chairs.
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Newsletter Submission Information
Our deadline for newsletter items is Sunday at 5:00 pm for publishing by email on Tuesday mornings. Most items are limited to 75 words (not including title and "date & time, location, contact" type information). If your submission is longer, it will be cut. We suggest including a link for additional information. We will run each newsletter item up to two times. Please send newsletter items to newsletter@larimerdems.org
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The Larimer County Democratic Party distributes information on candidates and candidate events and invites candidates to speak at our party functions because this information is helpful to those who care about political progress. The Larimer County Democratic Party Newsletter includes announcements of events for independent groups and initiatives not affiliated with the Democratic Party. Inclusion here is for information only and does not imply an endorsement. Paid for by the Larimer County Democratic Party.
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