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December Newsletter


Re-electing Sen. Cannella Crucial to
State GOP Hopes


State Senator Anthony Cannella is running for re-election in the 12th State Senate District, one of three senate seats statewide described as "in play" in 2014 by Allan Hoffenblum, publisher of the California Target Book.  Its retention is essential to Republican efforts to break the Democrats' state senate supermajority.

Cannella won in 2010 with 51.5% of the vote in a district with 31% Republican registration.

The new 12th Senate District includes San Benito and eastern Monterey Counties.  It also has major portions of Madera, Merced, Stanislaus, and western Fresno Counties in the Central Valley.  (See the map.)  Major population centers are Salinas, Merced, and Madera.

After redistricting, SD-12 retains most of the previous district, and Republican registration has increased by about 0.5%.

Senator Anthony Cannella currently serves as vice-chairman of both the Agriculture Committee and the Natural Resources & Water Committee, both important to his district. 

He is also a member of the Senate Committees on a) Energy, Utilities and Communications, b) Governmental Organization, and c) Transportation & Housing, as well as the Joint Legislative Audit Committee.

Prior to his election to the Legislature, Cannella served in his hometown of Ceres (south of Modesto) on the Planning Commission, City Council and for two terms as Mayor. 

Under his leadership, Ceres repeatedly produced balanced budgets, built financial reserves by cutting costs, and streamlined decision-making to make government more efficient.

While reducing waste, Cannella prioritized funding for public safety programs.  On his watch, the city funded 21 new police officers and expanded the number of fire houses.

In addition to his duties as mayor, Anthony Cannella served as a member of the executive committees on the Stanislaus Economic Development and Workforce Alliance. He is also a past member of the American Red Cross.

Anthony was raised with an appreciation for public service that he learned from his father, former Assemblyman Sal Cannella.  

A lifelong Central Valley resident, Anthony Cannella graduated from the University of California, Davis and began his professional career in a civil engineering firm.

He founded two successful civil engineering businesses.  He and his business partners continue to operate Northstar Engineering today.  As a business owner, he understands firsthand just how difficult the Legislature has made it to start a business and create jobs.

Anthony and his wife, Julie, have four children.

Anthony will host a Health Care Town Hall meeting in Salinas on Thursday, December 5 (see the Events section).

You can learn more about Anthony Cannella on his legislative website or in this Fresno Bee article.  To contact his re-election campaign, email Cameron at [email protected].


 
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December, 2013Luis Buhler, Publisher

Bay Area Republicans Back Local Election Winners

 

  

Although 2013 is sometimes called an "off year," a number of Bay Area GOP County Committees endorsed local candidates, and helped them win their races.  Marin, Contra Costa, San Mateo and Santa Clara County parties all endorsed candidates who won office in November.

Marin GOP endorsed nine successful Republican candidates for school board, town council or special district boards.  In Santa Clara County, the GOP ran a member communications program which helped elect Republican Glenn Hendricks to the Sunnyvale City Council, joining two Republicans supported by the county GOP in the previous election.  As in past years, the Lincoln Club of Northern California endorsed and contributed to a number of local Republicans recommended by their county parties.

In addition, Monterey and San Francisco each had success with a ballot measure they supported or opposed.  You can see the winning endorsed candidates and measures on the BayAreaGOP Local Elections page.

Congratulations to our winning candidates and thank you to those Republicans who ran and to all those who volunteered or contributed to their campaigns.

Best regards,
Luis 
December Events



Republican Club at the Villages Luncheon with Debra Figone
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 / 11:30 am
The Villages, Clubhouse, San Jose

The Republican Club at the Villages is having its annual Christmas Luncheon when the new officers for 2014 will be installed. They will be collecting unwrapped toys for underprivileged children and will hear from Debra Figone, who is retiring from her San Jose City Manager position.

RSVP: Reservations are required ASAP. Cost: $18.50.  Find out more ...



SF Luncheon in Support of U.S. Senator Mike Enzi (R-WY)
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 / 12:00 Noon
One Market Restaurant, 1 Market Street, San Francisco

Michael Novogradac and Sean McAvoy will host a luncheon in support of U.S. Senator Mike Enzi. Senator Enzi is running for re-election in the State of Wyoming. Learn more here.

Tickets: $1,000 per person. Sponsorships are available.  Find out more ...



San Mateo County GOP Jazz, Politics & Wine Reception with Pete Peterson
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 / 6:00 pm
San Mateo GOP HQ, 875 Mahler Road, Ste. 120, San Mateo

The San Mateo County Republican Party will host a Jazz, Politics & Wine reception with guest speaker Pete Peterson, Executive Director of the Davenport Institute for Public Engagement at Pepperdine University and an official candidate for California Secretary of State. His topic will be "Democracy in an Era of Government's Creative Destruction".

Tickets: $35 per person, Young Republicans $20.  Find out more ...



The Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Michael Ramirez
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 / 6:15 pm
IFES Portuguese Hall, 432 Stierlin Road, Mountain View


The Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley presents Michael Ramirez, Senior Editor and editorial cartoonist for Investor's Business Daily. He is a two-time winner of the prestigious Pulitzer Prize and the author of the book, Everyone Has the Right to My Opinion.

"An editorial cartoon is not just a funny picture," says Michael Ramirez. "It is a powerful instrument of journalism". Topic: "Editorial Cartooning, Journalism, and a Citizen's Duty in the Era of Hope and Change".  Find out more ...



Supervisor Candace Andersen Open House
Wednesday, December 4, 2013 / 5:00 pm
Sup. Andersen District Office, 3338 Mt. Diablo Boulevard, Lafayette

Join Contra Costa Supervisor Candace Andersen and her staff for a Holiday Open House in her Lamorinda district office. You are also invited to donate a new toy for needy children in our County or contribute to the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano.

RSVP: Reply by email to [email protected].



SVRWF Luncheon with Ernie Konnyu
Thursday, December 5, 2013 / 11:30 am
Blue Pheasant Restaurant, 22100 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino

Join the Silicon Valley Republican Women Federated at their monthly luncheon featuring Congressman Ernie Konnyu (ret.). The topic will be "Redeeming Republicans: The Road to Victory". Ernie Konnyu represented the Silicon Valley's 12th District, and was also a member of the California State Assembly from the 22nd District.

RSVP: Call Louise Kenney at (408) 739-4724 for reservations. Cost: $22 per person.  Find out more ...



Senator Anthony Cannella Health Care Town Hall
Thursday, December 5, 2013 / 6:00 pm
La Paz Middle School, 1300 N. Sanborn Rd., Salinas

State Senator Anthony Cannella invites you to a Health Care Town Hall. Receive a 2013 legislative update & learn about health insurance plans offered through Covered California. For more information, please call the District Office at 831.769.8040.
  

  
Blackhawk RWF Christmas Luncheon
Friday, December 6, 2013 / 11:15 am
Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr, Danville

The Blackhawk Republican Women Federated invite you to their Annual December Christmas Luncheon and Toys for Tots program. Celebrate the season at this social meeting that will feature installation of officers for 2014 and a presentation of donated toys to the Marine Corps. Please bring a donation of non-perishable food items for the Troop Care Package program. There will also be a performance by the San Ramon Valley High School Choral Group.

RSVP: Reserve by Wednesday, December 4. Cost: $25. Find out more ...
 


Sonoma County GOP Fundraiser
Friday, December 6, 2013 / 6:00-8:00 pm
The Lagunitas Loft, 1280 N. McDowell Blvd., Petaluma

Head to Lagunitas Brewery for this Beer & Pizza event to benefit the Sonoma County Republican Party. Drink and Donate is co-sponsored by Lagunitas Brewing Company and Mary's Pizza Shack.

Cost: $20 per person for all you eat pizza and all you can drink beer. Find out more ...


   
SF Log Cabin Republican Club Christmas Party
Saturday, December 7, 2013 / 3:00 pm
Norm Larsen's historic home, 557 Ashbury St., San Francisco

Join the San Francisco Log Cabin Republican Club for their Christmas Party from 3 to 6 pm. All Bay Area Republicans are invited. Find out more ...
 


Marin County GOP Dickens Christmas Party
Sunday, December 8, 2013 / 5:00 pm
Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Avenue at "E" Street, San Rafael

The Marin County Republican Party will hold a "Dickens" of a Christmas Party at the beautiful Falkirk Cultural Center, an 1888 Victorian Mansion listed on the National Historic Register. There will be Christmas carols and live music, food, drinks and fun.

Cost: $35 per person.  Find out more ...


 
Nob Hill Republican Women Christmas Dinner Gala
Sunday, December 8, 2013 / 6:00 pm
The St. Francis Yacht Club, 99 Yacht Road (on the Marina), San Francisco

The Nob Hill Republican Women's Club, Federated hosts its 18th Annual Christmas Dinner Gala. Music by Vince Aguiar Trio. In support of the United States Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" Fund and the Wounded Warrior Project. Reception 6 pm, Dinner 7 pm.

Cost: $95. Reservations Required. Find out more ...



Contra Costa Sup. Mary Piepho Holiday Open House
Monday, December 9, 2013 / 4:00 pm
Office of Supervisor Mary Nejedly Piepho, 3361 Walnut Blvd., Suite 140, Brentwood

Supervisor Mary Nejedly Piepho will host a Holiday Open House. Come for the holiday treats, and stay for the friendly conversation!



Palo Alto RWF Christmas Celebration Dinner
Monday, December 9, 2013 / 5:00 pm
Ming's Chinese Cuisine & Bar, 1700 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto

Join the Palo Alto Republican Women Federated for their Christmas Celebration. There will be music, a silent auction and attendees are asked to bring a wrapped gift (with a hint), and gifts for the Vets.

Cost: $35. Social begins at 5:00pm and Dinner is at 6:00pm. Find out more ...



SF Republican Assembly Holiday Dinner with Bill Evers, Ph.D
Monday, December 9, 2013 / 6:00 pm
San Francisco Italian Athletic Club, 1630 Stockton Street, San Francisco

The San Francisco Chapter of the California Republican Assembly will host a Holiday Dinner with featured speaker Williamson M. Evers, Ph.D on the topic "Common Core National Curriculum Standards - Do new education standards help or hinder a 21st century workforce?"  Dr. Evers is a Research Fellow at the Hoover Institution and has served on state academic content commissions.  

The Dinner will benefit the USMC "Semper Fi Fund", providing financial assistance for families to visit wounded Marines.  Cost: Members and Guests $65.  Find out more ...


 
SVARW Christmas Luncheon Featuring Betty Ann Boeving
Wednesday, December 11, 2013 / 10:00 am
La Rinconada Country Club, 14595 Clearview Drive, Los Gatos

Whether you are celebrating Christmas or Hanukkah, you are invited to join the Silicon Valley Association of Republican Women for their annual Celebration Luncheon. The event will include installation of SVARW officers for 2014, and their featured guest speaker will be Betty Ann Boeving, founder of the event beneficiary Bay Area Anti-Trafficking Coalition.

RSVP: Tickets must be purchased in advance by Tuesday, December 3rd. Cost: $35. Find out more ...



Supervisor Candace Andersen Open House
Wednesday, December 11, 2013 / 4:00 pm
Sup. Andersen District Office, 309 Diablo Road, Danville

Join Contra Costa Supervisor Candace Andersen and her staff for a Holiday Open House in her San Ramon Valley district office. You are also invited to donate a new toy for needy children in our County or contribute to the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano.

RSVP: Reply by email to [email protected] .



West Valley RWF Christmas Luncheon
Thursday, December 12, 2013 / 12:00 Noon
Home of Shannon Wagner, 15788 Izorah Way, Los Gatos

Join the West Valley Republican Women Federated for their Christmas Luncheon as they make the holidays brighter for families struggling to make ends meet. They are partnering with two local agencies including the Salvation Army's Adopt-A-Family and Next Door Solutions for Domestic Violence, a local women's shelter.

RSVP: Mail checks by Saturday, December 7. Cost: $10.  Find out more ...



PRI Luncheon with Peter Hannaford
Thursday, December 12, 2013 / 12:00 pm
Omni Hotel, 500 California Street, San Francisco

The Pacific Research Institute will host a luncheon with author Peter Hannaford. He will discuss his book Presidential Retreats: Where the Presidents Went and Why They Went There. Hannaford is a contributor to The American Spectator and former Senior Advisor to President Reagan. Copies of his books will be available for purchase.

Luncheon cost: $50 per person. For more information, contact Cindy Chin at [email protected] or call (415) 955-6110. Find out more ...



SVGOP Christmas Party
Thursday, December 12, 2013 / 6:00-8:30 pm
Graniterock Design Center, 1505 S. De Anza Boulevard, Cupertino

You're invited to the Santa Clara County Republican Party's Christmas Celebration. Join Republican leaders, elected officials and local Republicans for a festive evening as they celebrate the upcoming holidays and a successful year for the Santa Clara County GOP.

Cost: $25.  Find out more ...



Monterey GOP Quarterly Wine & Cheese Mixer
Thursday, December 12, 2013 / 6:00 pm
Balesteri's at Laguna Seca Golf Ranch, 10520 York Rd., Monterey

The Monterey County Republican Party is delighted to present a networking event with Business, Political, and Government Professionals. Meet the 2014 Candidates. Local wine and festive appetizers. Please bring a friend!

No charge. Find out more ...


 
SFYR Christmas Party
Thursday, December 12, 2013 / 7:00 pm
East Side West, 3154 Fillmore Street, San Francisco

Plan to join the San Francisco Young Republicans for their annual Christmas party at East Side West. Please join SFYR as they toast to a wonderful 2013 and to hope, health and prosperity in 2014. ESW will have a DJ starting at 10pm to liven up the celebration so bring your dancing shoes!

RSVP: Register now! Cost of admission is $40 before Dec. 11; $50 at the door, and includes appetizers, a glass of champagne, and 2014 membership. Cocktail attire requested.  Find out more ...
  


Solano Republicans Christmas Dinner
Friday, December 13, 2013 / 6:00 pm
Headquarters, 625 Jackson St., Fairfield

The Solano County Republican Central Committee is hosting a Christmas Party to thank all of their friends and supporters for their efforts this year. Please join them for good food and great fellowship. In the spirit of the holidays, everyone is welcome!

Roast Turkey and Honey Baked Ham with all the trimmings. They will be announcing the keynote speaker shortly. Price: $20 per person, $35 per couple.  Find out more ...



Campaign Kick-Off for City Council Candidate Van Le
Saturday, December 14, 2013 / 11:00 am
Flourishing Garden Restaurant, 1650 Monterey Highway, San Jose

Van Le is running for San Jose City Council, District 7, and you are invited to join her at this campaign kick-off lunch. Stop by and learn how she plans to provide innovative leadership at City Hall, fight crime, grow our economy, and improve our neighborhoods.

RSVP: Reply to [email protected].


   
SVARW Christmas Patriot Party
Saturday, December 14, 2013 / 5:00 pm
Home of Martha and Tom Snodgrass, 203 Montclair Road, Los Gatos

The Silicon Valley Association of Republican Women invites you to join like-minded conservatives for a relaxed evening of appetizers and wine hosted by Martha and Tom Snodgrass. Office holders and candidates running for office in 2014 are invited as guests.

RSVP: Purchase tickets online. Cost $15.



CCRP Christmas Party - "A Time Like No Other"
Sunday, December 15, 2013 / 4:00 pm
A lovely private home, Alamo (address available upon RSVP)

Contra Costa Republican Party Chairman Becky Kolberg and the Contra Costa Republican Party cordially invite you to join them for "A Time Like No Other".

With delicious catered hors d'oeuvres and live Christmas music! $25 per person. Please bring white wine to share (no reds, please). Pre-paid registration required. Deadline: Thursday, December 12, 2013. Find out more ...



Holiday Fund-Raiser for Sup. Mary Nejedly Piepho
Tuesday, December 17, 2013 / 5:30 pm
Jack's Restaurant & Bar, 60 Crescent Drive, Suite A, Pleasant Hill

Join in for some holiday cheer and to support Contra Costa County Supervisor Mary Nejedly Piepho's Re-Election!

RSVP: Please respond by December 13 at: (925) 768-2626 or [email protected]. Cost: $50 per person / $75 per couple.



Ygnacio Valley RWF Christmas Party
Wednesday, December 18, 2013 / 10:00 am
Oakhurst Country Club, 1001 Peacock Creek Drive, Clayton

You are invited to the Ygnacio Valley Republican Women Christmas Party Quiz & Fun Lunch. Please bring an unwrapped toy to the luncheon for their Toys For Tots Drive.

RSVP: Reply to Barbara Allen at (925) 672-5061. Cost: $25.



SPARC Christmas Party
Wednesday, December 18, 2013 / 6:00 pm
Fremont Hills Country Club, 12889 Viscaino Place, Los Altos Hills

The South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition invites you to cheer the holidays with your SPARC friends. Details will be available soon at www.sparcgop.org.

  
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Christmas Card Campaign for the Troops

Deadline:  Friday, December 6, 2013
Send to:  KSFO, 55 Hawthorne Street 10th Floor, San Francisco 94105 

 

Members of the Lamorinda Republican Women Federated are encouraging friends and colleagues to join a Christmas card campaign for the troops in Afghanistan. Operation Letters for Our Leathernecks is being coordinated by KSFO and Brian Sussman. Members of the Lamorinda RWF wish to honor a local soldier and former candidate for State Assembly who called home on Thanksgiving and told his dad how sad it was that most of the guys don't get any correspondence from home or care packages like he receives.

Cards need to arrive at KSFO by December 6. Mail to: KSFO 560 "Letters for Our Leathernecks", 55 Hawthorne Street 10th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105.

Learn more here. Read this article by Melanie Morgan that chronicles this soldier's College Republican activities while at SFSU and his decision to join the Marines in the midst of efforts to shut down the Berkeley recruiting center.

Thanks for anything you can do to help make this a success and bring some Christmas Cheer to our troops in Afghanistan!  

 


 

Solano County Republican Committee Meeting
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 / 7:00 pm
Republican Headquarters, 625 Jackson Street, Fairfield

The Republican Party of Solano County normally meets on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of every month. Meetings are open to all Solano Republican voters, donors, candidates, students and volunteers. Contact them at 707-422-5000.

     


 

CCRP Precinct Volunteer Training
Wednesday, December 4, 2013 / 6:00 pm

CCRP HQ, 1475 N Broadway, Suite 282, Walnut Creek

The Contra Costa Republican Party says Precinct Patriots are the most important people in the Republican Party - the face of the Republican party in their neighborhood.

It only takes 4 Saturdays (or Sundays) of your time each year. For each election, they knock on doors when the absentee ballots are first sent out, and again just before election day.

Come to the 1 1/2 hour long training class on the First Wednesday or Third Saturday of each month. Just fill out the sign-up form so that they can have materials ready. 

 



San Benito County Republican Party Meeting
Wednesday, December 11, 2013 / 7:00 pm
Location to be announced, Hollister

San Benito County Republican Party members meet to discuss what issues to address in 2014. At their last meeting a large crowd unanimously agreed to have emphasis on local issues, and this will be the meeting to determine what issues there are, to prioritize and plan to address them.   

 


 
Alameda County Republican Central Committee Meeting
Tuesday, December 17, 2013 / 6:30 pm
Alameda County Republican Headquarters, 1039 MacArthur Blvd., San Leandro

County Central Committee Meetings normally occur every third Tuesday of the month. The meetings start at 6:30pm but there is time to socialize beforehand. They are currently open to all Republican voters in Alameda County, but only Members may vote. These meetings are a great opportunity to meet many of the involved volunteers. Free street parking is available on MacArthur Blvd. 

  


  

Solano County Republican Committee Meeting

Thursday, December 19, 2013 - 7:00 pm
Republican Headquarters, 625 Jackson Street, Fairfield

The Republican Party of Solano County normally meets on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of every month. Meetings are open to all Solano Republican voters, donors, candidates, students and volunteers. Contact them at 707-422-5000. 

   

 

Save the Date!


Bay Area CRP Regional Caucus
Saturday, January 11, 2014 / 10:00 am
Corte Madera Rec Center, 498 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera

Bay Area CRP Delegates, Central Committee Members and invited guests are encouraged to join Bay Area Regional Vice Chair Kevin Krick at the next Bay Area California Republican Party Regional Caucus. The invited keynote speaker is gubernatorial candidate and former Lt. Governor Abel Maldonado. There will be several panel discussions on current topics and an opportunity to meet some of the candidates.

RSVP: The cost per person is $20 and includes morning coffee and lunch. Please register in advance at maringop.org/barc2014.  Click here for a full schedule.

   


  

CRP Spring 2014 Convention
Friday-Sunday, March 14-16, 2014
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport, 1333 Bayshore Highway, Burlingame

The California Republican Party holds its Spring Convention. Hotel reservations are now open.  For more information, please visit the convention webpage or contact the CRP Convention Team at [email protected].  

  

  

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