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Larimer County Democrats News:  June 21, 2016

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Message from the Chair


Greetings! There's a lot going on in Larimer County this month. Bill signings, events, and some great opportunities to get involved. See below and join us as we kick off the 2016 general election season! 


Thank you for supporting the Larimer Dems!


James Thompson, Chair
Legislative News
 
New Law Seeks To Help People with Disabilities Find Employment
On June 10th, Gov. Hickenlooper signed SB16-077, Employment First for Persons with Disabilities into law. The bill, sponsored by Sen. John Kefalas, Rep. Joann Ginal, and Rep. Diane Primavera, will shift policy to remove barriers that keep individuals with disabilities from being employed.  
 
"This bill hinges around the assumption that all people with disabilities are capable of meaningful work," said Rep. Ginal.   
 
Currently, about 80% of individuals with disabilities are not working in Colorado.  Some individuals with disabilities who are employed work in segregated settings where they earn less than minimum wage. 
 
HB16-1324 Signed into Law
On June 10th, Gov. Hickenlooper signed HB16-1324, Sponsored by Rep. Joann Ginal.  The new law will help veterinarians more efficiently and effectively serve their patients. 


"The situation this bill aims to address is one that is all-too familiar: a beloved pet is injured or becomes sick and requires compounded pharmaceuticals, only to find that the nearest pharmacy is closed," Rep. Ginal said.  "In these situations, the animal-patient's health, and often its life, is in jeopardy due to the delay in acquiring the necessary drugs.  This law solves this problem by allowing veterinarians to retain a stock of compounded drugs in anticipation of just such an emergency situation."


Protecting Kids from Marijuana Edibles

A bill by Reps. Dan Pabon and Joann Ginal to protect kids from marijuana edibles that are easily confused with candy was signed into law by Gov. Hickenlooper on June 10th. 
"This is a commonsense approach to protecting Colorado kids," said Rep. Joann Ginal, D-Fort Collins. "Marijuana edibles are designed for adults over 21 years of age, and we need safeguards to ensure that these products don't mimic products marketed to children."



HB16-1436 requires the Marijuana Enforcement Division in the Department of Revenue to create rules that prohibit edible medical and retail marijuana products shaped like a human, animal or fruit. 
Campaign News


Thursday, June 23rd
Meet Congressman Mike Thompson
The coordinated campaign has a special guest joining us to phone bank with Larimer County Democrats. U.S. Congressman Mike Thompson, of California, will join us next week to meet volunteers and discuss Veterans issues. 


Date & Time: Thursday, June 23rd, 6pm
Location: CDP Fort Collins Office, 608 S Mason St. 
RSVP & Info:Analysse Escobar at 210-385-7556 or via e-mail at [email protected]


Saturday, June 25th
Walk with Larimer Dems
2016 is a general election year and the Larimer Dems are proud to host a full slate of candidates this cycle. Our candidates are starting to contact voters by knocking doors on Saturday, June 25th, and they would love the early support of their fellow Larimer County Democrats.


To walk for Jody Shadduck-McNally in Loveland, call or email canvass team leader Carolyn Taylor at 970-461-1328 or [email protected]This Saturday, June 25th, we'll meet at 9:30am, but will also knock doors Sunday afternoon, and evenings throughout the week. 


To walk for Senator John Kefalas in Fort Collins, please call the Senator's volunteer coordinator, Cari 970-980-6856 or email [email protected].  We're providing breakfast burritos at 606 S Mason 9am Saturday and will have several shifts throughout the day.


Sunday, June 26th
Campaign Kick-Off for Rep. Jeni Arndt
Everyone is invited to help Jeni kick off her campaign for
House District 53!  Come for good food, good friends, good conversation!



Date & Time: Sunday, June 26th, 4pm-6pm
Location: 1603 West Mulberry Street, Fort Collins


Sunday, June 26th
Windsor Town BBQ for TJ Cole for Colorado - SD23 
*Our apologies to TJ Cole - last week the wrong district was listed*
Come out and eat and talk politics! 
Date & Time: Sun., June 26, 11:00am-2:00pm
Location: Town park 
Info & RSVP: [email protected] 


Wednesday, June 29th
Campaign Kick-off for Jody Shadduck-McNally
Open seat. Strong candidate. Presidential year... what better time than now to support your candidate Jody Shadduck-McNally by joining in on her campaign kick-off. Proceeds will be used to reach the voters in House District 51.
Date & Time: Wed. June 29th, 6:30-8:00pm
Location:       Dallabetta's Muse Coffee Shop
                       1629 W 8th St., Loveland
Special Info:  Jane DeDecker will open her adjacent studio for a sneak preview of her new sculpture "Threshold". On display only for this event in support of Jody.
Suggested:        Legacy District support $51 or Grassroots $27, because we know it works.
RSVP: Appreciated but not required. Martha Coleman [email protected], 970-391-1630
Find out about Jody (don't miss the video) and donate at: JodyforCO51.com


Thursday, June 30th
Coordinated Campaign Office Open
Come celebrate the opening of the first Colorado Victory Coordinated Campaign Office in Larimer County! Join us for the opportunity to meet fellow Fort Collins/Loveland Democrats, learn about our campaign strategy, and hear from U.S. Congressman Jared Polis. 


Date & Time: June 30, 2016, 5:00pm
Location: 608 S. Mason St.
Info & RSVPClick here to RSVP.  For more information, please contact Analysse Escobar a210-385-7556 or via e-mail at [email protected].


Monday, July 4th
Join the Coordinated Campaign in the Parade
Join our team and march in the 4th of July parade with Congressman Jared Polis! We will march the parade route on Mountain Ave. We will also be registering voters while at the parade! 


For more information, please contact Analysse Escobar at 210-385-7556 or via e-mail at [email protected].
Community News 


Monday, June 27th
Reception to Support People for a Healthier Larimer County
People for a Healthier Larimer County supports a tax initiative to ensure a dedicated funding stream to build a 51,000-square-foot mental health facility to provide round-the-clock mental health services.
One in four Larimer County residents struggles every day with untreated mental illness and substance abuse disorders. In Larimer County, there are few choices for in crisis, and as a result, thousands of Larimer County residents continue to live in distress.
Date and Time: Monday, June 27th, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Location:          Home of Rep. Jeni Arndt
                          1603 W. Mulberry Street, Fort Collins
Suggested Contribution Levels:
Sponsor $500 ~ Host $250 ~ Guest $100 ~ Supporter $50
Info and RSVP: Jerica Chosich | [email protected] | (719) 250-9159 | Click here for full details
Regular Meetings 

Larimer County Democrats Monthly Meeting

Monthly business meeting. All are welcome!

Date & Time: Third Thursday of the month

                        6:30 pm social, 7:00 pm meeting

Location:  Larimer County Democrats Office

                   606 S. Mason St., Fort Collins

Email: [email protected] for more information.

Contact Us 
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