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Message from the Chair
I'm writing this from the Larimer County Elections Post Election Audit. 51% of the eligible electors turned out in Larimer and surprised all. Some of this we can take credit for. Many Larimer Dems worked for school board candidates, municipal candidates and issues that affected their families; these volunteers drove turnout, and were successful in many races. In addition, we decided to advertise the fact that voters that did not vote in the 2010 election were made inactive and would not receive a ballot for this odd year election unless they did something to undo their deactivation. Anybody that made the contact with Larimer Elections, received a ballot, and voted it, is reactivated for the general election next year in 2012. By helping a voter get back on the rolls this year, we helped our candidates and our families next year too.
There is legislation being considered for the next session to correct the various interpretations of who is an active voter and who isn't, but we aren't waiting. The deactivated voter list will continue to be a high priority project for Larimer Dems because skipping an off year election shouldn't invalidate your voting privileges. A permanent mail-in ballot should be a little more permanent. We would like to thank our volunteers with a little Volunteer Appreciation Party this Friday, November 18. We have reserved a new local restaurant, Cilantro Grille, for a taco bar and beverages. See the details below and stop by if you can. We did well and it was because of our highly skilled and motivated volunteers. Thank You. --William Russell "Handwringing is not a strategy, fighting back is."
-Senator Barbara Mikulski
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 Party News Friday, Nov. 18: Volunteer Appreciation Party To all of you who volunteered over this past year with booths and parades, the Annual Dinner, Fall Picnic, monthly house parties, and staffing the office... We'd like to extend our sincerest thanks. Please let us thank you in person and come to the volunteer appreciation party !!! Date & Time: Friday, November 18, 5:30-7:30 pm Location: Cilantro Grille, 128A W. Laurel Street
Tuesday, March 6, 2012: Democratic Precinct Caucuses
Saturday, March 10, 2012: Larimer County Democrats Convention & Assembly Saturday, April 14, 2012: Colorado Democrats Convention & Assembly in Pueblo
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Campaign News
Organizing for America - Loveland
Election Day is less than one year away! Will we be celebrating or will we be wondering if there was more we could have done? 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. 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 (No meeting 11/21 or 11/28 due to Holiday) Location: Mandolin Café; 210 E 4th Street; Loveland RSVP: Doug 970 988-2060
Team Meetings - Strategy Sessions
Gather with neighbors to plan strategies for getting Loveland Voters involved.
East Team Meeting
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 16; 6:30- 8:00 pm
Location: 2904 Valley Oak Dr; Loveland
RSVP: Deb 970 461-2644
West Team Meeting
Date & Time: Thursday, November 17; 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location: 1704 Firerock Ct; Loveland RSVP: Bret 970 290-8137
Letters to the Editor Workshop Date & Time: One Workshop Every Month - Next Workshop on December 10, 10:00 am - Noon Location: Mandolin Café; 210 E 4th Street; LovelandRSVP: Kathryn 714 317-3039 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 the Larimer County Food Bank. Come learn about hunger here in Larimer County and help make a difference in someone's life. Date & Time: Sunday, December 11, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Location: Doug & Kathryn's Home, 1970 Saguache Pl, Loveland RSVP: Nancy 714-317-3039
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Community News
Friday, November 18: Larimer Democrats Southern Breakfast
This month our guest will be Colorado Senate President Brandon Shaffer. We are all anxious to listen to him and ask questions.
This is not a buffet. Arrive a little early, if you can, and order from Sofia's distinctive menu before the program starts.
Date & Time: Friday, November 18, doors open at 7:30 am for early breakfast. Program starts at 8:00 am.
Location: Sofia's Bistro, 1120 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland
Cost Order from the menu.
Contact & RSVP: Vern Richardson, 970-213-5500 or email v2scoot@comcast.net Saturday, November 19
Community Issues Forum with Rep. Kefalas, Rep. Fischer & Sen. Bacon; Best Practices for Creating & Preserving Colorado Jobs
Join Reps. Randy Fischer and John Kefalas and Sen. Bob Bacon for the next Community Issues Forum, entitled "Best Practices for Creating and Preserving Colorado Jobs." The event will feature various panelists representing the small business, workforce, economic development and higher education sectors. Topics include a review of state/local and public/private best practices that create and preserve jobs in our communities; what efforts are working well and where are the gaps; why education, quality of life, healthy environment and solid infrastructure are important for recruiting, retaining and growing Colorado businesses; why economic development is linked to poverty reduction; and how we support small businesses.
Date & Time: Saturday, November 19, 10:00 a.m. - NoonLocation: Harmony Library 4616 South Shields, Fort Collins, (facility is wheelchair accessible.)
Sunday, November 20:
Water--Global, Regional, and Local Issues and Perspectives The Namaqua Forum will host Dr. Reagan Waskom on November 20 as we examine critical issues related to fresh water supplies and why water is 'more precious than gold'. Dr. Waskom will discuss: how water is allocated, shared and used by humans; ground water issues related to agriculture and growing human needs; and finally, prospects for water as a vehicle for peace and cooperation. Reagan Waskom currently serves as the Director of the Colorado Water Institute and as Director of the Colorado State University Water Center. Date & Time: Sunday, November 20, 7:00 pm
Location: Ferguson High School, 1101 Hilltop Dr. in Loveland
Wednesday, November 16: Colorado Senate President Brandon Shaffer on The Tim Caffrey Show Watch my exclusive one on one interview with Colorado state senator Brandon Shaffer as we discuss Colorado's economic future on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 7:00 on Fort Collins Comcast Channel 97.
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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 Democrats HQ, 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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