Williamson County Republican Women December 5, 2012 Kick-off the Holiday Season at our fabulous year-end finale! 
CECILIA P. ABBOTT WCRW is honored to close out its 35th Anniversary with keynote speaker, Cecilia Abbott. While she may be known to most as the wife of Attorney General Greg Abbott, Cecilia is also well-known as an accomplished educator, principal and community relations healthcare director. In addition to the keynote address, Mrs. Abbott will be installing the 2013 club officers. For 35 years WCRW has been securing dynamic speakers and hosting informative programs, don't miss this year's finale. Wednesday, December 5, 2012 11:00am Meet and Greet 11:20am Guest Speaker Party Location: Williamson Conference Center
(behind the Wingate Hotel at I-35 and 79)
1209 North I-35
Round Rock, TX 78664
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Please RSVP through our new ticketing system by clicking on this link:
www.eventbrite.com/event/4859277229#
Meeting Cost: $16 members & $20 non-member
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
You may send in your check prior to the meeting to help check-in at the meeting go more smoothly. Please mail your check made payable to WCRW-PAC.WCRW-PAC
PO BOX 342
*OR, you may pay at the door if you prefer.
Please note: If you are unable to keep your reservation, WCRW is still responsible for lunch costs. It is our policy to bill $16 for no-shows.
If you have any problems, you can reach Debbie Simmons by email
williamsoncountyrw@yahoo.com
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President's Message
Donna B. Parker 
This is my last president's message to you. Where have the last two years gone? It's been the best of times, it's been the worst of times - they have always been interesting times!
I have been honored and blessed to work with this most amazing group of women. They are a dedicated and passionate bunch! Thank you to my team: Dolores Bussey; Jamye Chambers; Debbie Simmons; Marci Revelle; Maria Garza Brown; Crystal Caviness; Debbie Dawson; Michelle Foxworthy; Linda Jewett; Cinda Johnson; Cari Christman Ott; Pat Ott; Elaine Prout; Tillie Pope; Lee Ann Seitsinger; Lea Stoddard; Karen Withers; and Vivian Wood. You would be surprised at the amount work that goes into making WCRW function smoothly and providing you an educational and interesting monthly lunch experience.
You will be in excellent hands next year with your new executive board: Co-Presidents Amy Ellsworth and Emily Pataki; 1st VP of Programs Shannon Way; 2nd VP of Membership Marci Revelle; Treasurer Debbie Simmons and Secretary Pat Grisham.
I have loved being President of this organization - I have grown in so many ways and have learned much. Thank you for giving me this opportunity. |
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Board Meeting Change!!
NO BOARD MEETING FOR NOVEMBER OR DECEMBER!
Everyone is invited to attend our board meetings. They are held the second Wednesday of each month from 11:30 - 1:00. We meet at Tucker Engineering, 1311 Chisholm Trail, Ste. 303 Round Rock 78681. The office is just off 79 & 35 - across the freeway from the Wingate. Thank you to Jeff and Donna Tucker for allowing us to use their conference room!
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Legislative Update
Cari Christman-Ott
State Legislature to Consider Mandatory Drug Screening
Recently, Governor Perry was joined by Sen. Tommy Williams, Rep. Brandon Creighton and other lawmakers to call for reforms to the state's welfare and unemployment benefit programs, including authorizing drug screenings for those applying for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits. Sen. Jane Nelson has pre-filed a bill for the upcoming legislative session to require drug screening for UI applicants. They were also joined by representatives from the Texas Association of Business and National Federation of Independent Business.
Cornyn Tapped for New Role
Following the 2012 General Election, United States senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) was elected by his Republican colleagues to serve as Senate Minority Whip to the 113th Congress. Cornyn previously served as Chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee from 2009-2012 and will be up for election in the 2014 mid-term cycle.
2013 Fiscal Cliff
Texas House Speaker Joe Straus recently announced the creation of the Interim Committee on Texas Response to Federal Sequestration, which will recommend ways that the state can prepare for looming tax increases and spending reductions caused by gridlock in Washington. The Committee will study how the sequestration process will affect the defense industry in Texas, the state budget, public and higher education and the tax burden on Texas families and businesses. The Committee will also develop specific legislative proposals. Speaker Straus appointed Rep. Linda Harper-Brown (R-Irving) to chair the Committee.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED OUR 35TH
BIRTHDAY PARTY FUNDRAISER...
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Membership Update
It's time for you to renew your WCRW membership! Forms will be available at the lunch. A WCRW membership makes a great Christmas gift for your favorite Republican!
Annual Dues are $30 for Regular Members and $20 for Associate Members. Please make checks payable to WCRW-PAC and include any updates to your address, phone number, email address, occupation or employer (required by PAC rules) for the directory. Checks can be mailed to WCRW, PO Box 342, Round Rock, TX 78680, or paid at the luncheon. |
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Volunteer Opportunities for WCRW
If you're looking to be more involved with your Club - we have many opportunities for you.
We need volunteers to fill spots on WCRW Directory, Caring for America/Literacy Committee, Scholarship Committee and Membership Committee.
Your talents may be just what we are looking for! Please contact Donna Parker at 512-388-8860. |
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If you know of a conservative woman who is looking for an evening club to attend, look no further! Legacy Republican Women meet the 3rd Tues. of every other month, at 6:30pm in Cedar Park. Please go to their website for more information:
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Fundraising
 WCRW has two wonderful friends who help us with fundraising. Kathie Holliman of Hollidaze Gifts is a long-time supporter and often brings a wide assortment of Republican-themed items to club luncheons, including her popular "Republican Women are the Life of the Party" shirts. Kathie donates a portion of each sale back to WCRW. You can order these shirts by emailing republicanlady@ymail.com.
Another friend of WCRW is 'Pampered and Posh,' a local, Republican-friendly business. Owner Dana Smyth will donate $3 for every "Weepublican" item sold via WCRW. You can order these through her website at http://pamperedandposh.com/item_144/Republican-Weepublican-Short-Sleeve-Body-Suit.htm Please type 'Wilco RW' into the 'notes' section when ordering.
Please help support WCRW and Republican businesses when gift shopping! |
