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Larimer County Democrats News: August 16, 2016
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Message from the Chair
Greetings!
Hope you had fun at New West Fest and were able to stop by and say hi to us at our booth. Thanks to all the volunteers who helped out.
We are still looking for volunteers for the Larimer Dems Annual Picnic on Saturday, September 10 from 4 to 7pm. If you would like to volunteer for the picnic (setup, tear-down, check-in, grilling and bartending shifts, etc.), please email me at chair@larimerdems.org.
If you can't volunteer, you can still join us for great food, margaritas, live music, and special guest speakers at the home of Dian Sparling (324 Jackson Ave., Fort Collins). You can save $5 if you get your tickets now by clicking here.
Thank you for supporting the Larimer Dems!
James Thompson, Chair
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Legislative News
Saturday, August 20th
Senator Kefalas to Host Community Conversation
Please join State Senator John Kefalas for his monthly community conversation with Fort Collins residents on the outdoor patio at Dazbog Coffee. The Senator will discuss issues he is focusing on this summer and some of the initiatives that will be on the November ballot. The Senator will also answer participant questions. The patio is wheelchair accessible.
Date & Time: August 20, 2016, 8:30-10am Location: Dazbog Coffee, 401 Mason Court, Fort Collins
Ginal's Boost for CO Rural Medicine Goes Into Effect
HB16-1142, sponsored Rep. Joann Ginal, D-Fort Collins, creates a state income tax credit of up to $1,000 for rural Colorado health care professionals who teach, tutor or mentor graduate students seeking a medical degree at a Colorado university.
"Our state budget problems may force significant cuts to rural hospitals in the most underserved areas of the state," Rep. Ginal said. "By targeting medical professionals and their students in rural areas, my new law will create a pipeline for rural health care providers and help drive down the cost of health care in rural Colorado."
The new law is one of 155 going into effect Aug. 9th, the 90th day after the end of the 2016 legislative session.
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Campaign News
Tuesday, August 16th
House Party to support Joann GinalRep. Ginal will be there to meet constituents and hear their concerns about local and state issues. Check
out her impressive legislative record on her website at www.joannginal.com
We look forward to seeing you there! If you are unable to attend, please consider making a campaign donation on her website above.
Date and Time: Tuesday August 16th, 5:30-7:00 PM
Location: At the home of David and Suzanne Trask - 827 Blondel St., Apt #101, Fort Collins, 80524
Saturday, August 20th
Loveland Corn Roast Parade
Walk with the Larimer Dems in the 2016 Corn Roast Parade in Loveland this coming Saturday to support our candidates and elected officials. Staging will be at 8am on Railroad Avenue by the old fairgrounds park. The parade starts at 9:30. Those who prefer not to walk can ride on the float. Water and candy for kids will be provided.
For more information, call or text "parade info" to 970-213-5500.
House Party with Congressman Jared Polis
Come meet Congressman Jared Polis and listen to his vision for Fort Collins and Larimer County. Meet your neighbors and have a conversation about issues important to your community.
Date & Time: Saturday, August 20th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: The home of State Representative Jeni Arndt, 1603 West Mulberry St., Fort Collins, CO
Tuesday, August 23rd
Reception to Benefit Senator Michael Bennet
Please join Senator Michael Bennet, the Larimer County Democratic Party, and hosts Kim Jordan, Sonia ImMasche, and Joan & Alan Lamborn (host committee in formation) for a Fort Collins reception to benefit Michael's re-election campaign.
Date & Time: Tuesday, August 23 from 5 to 6:30pm
Location: Address provided upon RSVP
Suggested Contribution: $125 for guests, $250 for supporters, $500 for cohosts, $1000 for hosts To contribute online, click here.
House Party with Congressman Jared Polis
Come meet Congressman Jared Polis and listen to his vision for Loveland and Larimer County. Meet your neighbors and have a conversation about issues important to your community.
Date & Time: Wednesday, August 24th 7:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Richard Balls' -- Next to Lake Loveland
1801 North Garfield Ave., Loveland, CO 80538
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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: secretary@larimerdems.org for more information.
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The deadline for newsletter items is Sunday at 5:00 pm for publishing by email on Tuesday. Most items are limited to 75 words (not including title,date & time, location, contact info). We suggest including a link for additional information and 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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