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  Greetings Orange County Dem's, you can thank Roberta Bailey for allowing us access to this information.  Lulz, thanks for your members list.  :)

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d0x of Orange County Democrat members as of April 17th 2011.

NAME PCT TYPE STREET NAME CITY ZIP SEX PHONE
Adams Tim 625 PM 5262 Millenia Blvd Orlando FL 32839 M 407-286-9740
Ahmad Deeba M. 114 PW 8255 Citrus C Dr. Orlando FL 32836 F 407-716-1563
Auffant James R. 530 PM 8009 Woodfare Ct. Orlando FL 32805 M 407-894-2054
Bailey, Roberta 408 PW 2810 Huntington Orlando FL 32803 F 407-898-1780
Bartee, Justin Alin 521 PM 336 Elkhorn Ct Winter Park FL 32792 M 407-756-5332
Bonner John "Jave" 425 PM 4523 Fla<lQSl Orlando FL 32812 M 407-965-7178
Callahan Helen Elizabeth 512 PW 2822 Parkland Dr. Orlando FL 32789 F 321-263-9233
Callahan James B. 401 PM 204 E. South St #3052 Orlando FL 32801 M 407-234-3744
Cantone Michael 308 PM 4012 Maauire Blvd. #4216 Orlando FL 32803 M 804-5434976
Capristan Gonzalo 333 PM 731 Fenwick Dr. Orlando FL 32825 M 407-617-6329
Chappell Alita S. 315 PW 7922 Richwood Dr. Orlando FL 32825 F 407-234-7615
Christian, Michael Todd 421 PM 3358 Monika Circle Orlando FL 32812 M 321-331-1265
Clarv. Susan 527 PW 1218 Carvell Dr. Winter Park FL 32792 F 407-968-2010
Conti Stephen 540 PM 3275 Hillmont CR Orlando FL 32817 M 407-382-1882
Danforth Robert 507 PM 1453 Miller Ave Winter Park FL 32789 M 407-267-1659
Davis, Charles Henrv. Jr. 146 PM 7642 Vista Point Cove Orlando FL 32836 M 407484-8061
Davis, Maraaret 505 PW 1427 Cumbie St. Orlando FL 32804 F 407-648-7072
Dayhoff Casev 401 MAL 20 W. Lucerne Cir. #301 Orlando FL 32801 M 321-297-3530
DeClue Douglas J. 311 PM 1726 Diamond Dr. Orlando FL 32807 M 407473-1201
Diaz William J. 539 PM 19423 Quinlan Sl Orlando FL 32833 M 407-592-9194
Douqlas Lee 132 PM 562 Home Grove Rd. Winter Garden FL 34787 M 4074974077
Eddins Rodney 416 PM 5410 Lazy Oaks Ln. Orlando FL 32839 M 407422-2274
Elahi snavan 534 PM 10808 Oak Glen Cr. Orlando FL 32817 M 407-902-5282
Ellison Pearl Annette 614 PW 1166 Lake Blanche Dr. Orlando FL 32808 F 407-292-9579
Farmer Michael 228 PM 1708 Errol Woods Anooka FL 32712 M 407-462-9692
Fernandez, Jose A 420 PM 1851 Sand Arbor Circle Orlando FL 32824 M 407-858-9539
Fiske Pamela 507 PW 1453 Miller Ave Winter Park FL 32789 F 813-375-1452
Gelin Dominique 542 PW 11600 College Park Trail Apl J Orlando FL 32826 F 4074884391
Giese Jill 114 SMA 8268 Limetree Court Orlando FL 32836 F 407-876-0972
Gordon Kathleen 612 PW 936 St Georqe Sl Orlando FL 32805 F 407-716-ti861
Greene James P. 505 PM 1413 Cumbie Ave. Orlando FL 32804 M 407-517-7288
Hammad Laura 524 PW 641 Woodward Sl Orlando FL 32803 F 407-924-ti737
Head Doualas 408 PM 800 Mavfair Cr. Orlando FL 32803 M 407-898-4203
Henrv. K.C. 141 PM 2800 Rollina Brook Dr. Orlando FL 32837 M 407-850-5577
Hense Marv E. 119 PW 5005 Over Court Orlando FL 32821 F 407-238-2789
Huna. Victor C. 121 PM 13572 Turtle Marsh LOOD.#228 Orlando FL 32837 M 321-356-3398
Jackson Greqorv A. 209 PM 8292 Baywood Vista Dr. Orlando FL 32810 M 321-287-8807
Jacobson, Nancy C. 543 PW 1730 Reppard Rd Orlando FL 32803 F 407-896-4797
Jasoon Jeremiah 517 PM 2924 Cove Trail Orlando FL 32789 M 407-697-8276
Jones Covuca Rae 203 PW 2513 Maitland Crossinq Way, #14101 Maitland FL 32810 F 407-535-8005
Kidd Larrv W. 312 PM 220 Coleus Dr. Orlando FL 32807 M 407-739-5923
Lambakis Julie 543 MAL 1234 Nebraska St. Orlando FL 32803 F 407-754-7174
Levy. JOY 528 PW 7445 Facultv Dr. Orlando FL 32807 F 321-246-2923
Lilling, Paul 509 PM 130 Nottoway Trail Maitland FL 32751 F 407-ti45-1061
McGill Reginald 629 PM 1417 Addie Aye Orlando FL 32818 ·M 407-766-0921
Mercado Amy 330 PW 1001 LeJay Street Orlando FL 32825 F 407484-2814
Mills Brian A. 518 PM 2845 Sanbina si. Winter Park FL 32789 M 440-590-2391
Murray, Timothy Jacob 302 PM 402 E. Concord Sl Orlando FL 32801 M 407-ssr -5148
Okoniewski Rustv 533 PM 9821 Winder TI. Orlando FL 32817 M 407-ti57-2417
Picard, Elias (Ricol 305 PM 3489 Fox Hollow Dr. Orlando FL 32829 F 407484-7426
Pisano Thomas C. 426 PM 4213 Kezar ct. Belle Isle FL 32812 M 407-579-8362
Porta Stephanie 306 MAL 2125 Stanley St. Orlando FL 32803 F 407-5924784
Quiroz Trini 435 PW 11305 Spinning Reel Cr. Orlando FL 32825 F 407-2564306
Ramos Wanda L. 321 PW 5965 Cherrystone Lane Orlando FL 32825 F 407-233-9669
Randolph Scott 306 PM 1400 Mt. Vernon St. Orlando FL 32803 M 407-575-8276
Randolph Susannah 306 PW 1400 Mt. Vernon St. Orlando FL 32803 F 407-259-1872
Rincon Maria D. 406 PW 8303 Fort Thomas Way Orlando FL 32822 F 407-2824720
Rivera Evelvn 540 PW 3155 Rider PI. Orlando FL 32817 F 407-810-8562
Rucker David 613 PM 4557 Frisco Cir. Orlando FL 32808 M 407-299-7672
Rudez, Daniel 501 PM 1210 W. Ivanhoe Blvd. Orlando FL 32804 M 407-923-9100
Ryan Deborah 521 PW 301 Balfour Drive #312 Winter Park FL 32792 F 407-607'{)7 44
Saunders Joseph 117 PM 5519 Scaramuche Lane Orlando FL 32821 M 407-497-4986
Schultz Edward G. III 125 PM 6002 l.exinqton Park Orlando FL 32819 M 407-491-2892
Sindler Amy Jovce 402 PW 1533 Catherine St., #41 Orlando FL 32801 F 407-617-4193
Sindler Elizabeth M. (Beth) 222 PW 6644 Swain Rd. Sorrento FL 32776 F 407-617-8710
Sinah Parmanand "Rickv" 149 PM 6288 Blakeford Dr. Windermere FL 34786 M 407-383-3231
Soears J. Gordon Jr. 502 PM 1626 Baltimore Ave. Orlando FL 32803 M 407-758-8478
Thomann Donald 320 PM 834 O'Berrv Hoover Rd. Orlando FL 32825 M 954-288-7030
Thomoson Lonnie A. III 225 PM 1652 Cimarron Hills Dr. Apopka FL 32703 M 407-719-2356
Tillis, Barry 418 PM 1134 Orwell Ave Orlando FL 32809 M 407-856-9450
Torres, Carmen L. 452 PW 10778 Derrinqer Dr. Orlando FL 32829 F 407-208-1177
Torres Victor 452 PM 10778 Derrinaer Dr. Orlando FL 32829 M 407-466-1140
Uribe Mavra 411 PW 5319 Lake Jessamine Dr. Orlando FL 32839 F 407-721-2433
Valencia Isabel 111 PW 6022 Hardrock Circle Orlando FL 32819 F 407-219-6424
Viola Mark 119 PM 5712 Donnellv Cir. Orlando FL 32821 M 407-239'{)984
Watkins, Earline 225 PW 1056 Roval Oaks Dr. Apopka FL 32703 F 407-884-0924
Watson William R. C. 525 PM 1417 Cardinal Rd. Orlando FL 32803 M 407-415-5752
Waxman Gerald I. 337 PM 444 Briar Bay Cir. Orlando FL 32825 M 407-282-3327
Whited Nancy 301 PW 613 E. Pine Street Orlando FL 32801 F 407-443-6734
Yaros, Michael 515 PM 1861 Carollee Ln. Winter Park FL 32789 M 407-267 -4867
Zanata-Diaz Nalov M. 539 PW 19423 Quinlan St. Orlando FL 32833 F 407-592-9196

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OCDEC Manual 2.1.3

Precinct Committeeperson Handbook

** For Internal Use Only **
This handbook contains confidential information and
may not be distributed to non-DEC members.
This handbook contains excerpts from the Florida Democratic Party’s DEC Handbook, all portions of which are confidential.
The entire text of the FDP DEC Handbook is available in PDF form in the member’s area of the OC DEC website.

Democratic Executive Committee Handbook
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE 	4
The Five Principles of the DECs	4
Precinct Committee Member Duties…………………………………………………………………..5
SECTION I – ORGANIZATION OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY	9
Structural Organization of the Democratic Party	 10
The Democratic Executive Committee	 10
What is a “Democratic Executive Committee”? 	 10
Objective of the DEC	 10
Duties and Responsibilities within a DEC	 11
DEC Standing Committees	14
SECTION II – EXTERNAL OPERATIONS: REACHING OUT TO FLORIDA VOTERS	15
Field Operations	16
Voter Identification: Identifying the Democratic Base for Election Day	16
Regional Field Program	16
Mail Program	16
Small/Rural County Program	16
Voter File Program	16
Voter Registration: Increasing our Democratic Base 	17
Absentee Voter Program	17
Early Voting Program	17
Election Day GOTV Program	18
Policy and Message Development	18
What is a Political Message?	18
State Party Message Highlights 	19
Formulating a Local Party Message 	19
Steps in Developing a Local Party Message	19
Other Important Considerations	22
SECTION III – DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS: STRENGTHENING THE DEC 	.25
Creating a productive environment within the DEC	26
The Five Principles of the DECs	26
Volunteerism: Finding new troops	27
The Volunteer Coordinator 	27
Volunteer Coordinator Requirements:	27
Duties of the Volunteer Coordinator	27
Recruiting Volunteers	28
Some special hints on volunteer recruitment	28
Training Volunteers	29
Outreach:  Finding New Democrats	29
Considerations in Developing a Plan	29
   GLOSSARY……………………………………………………………………………………………..31

 ****SEE THE FULL FILE AT HACKERLEAKS.TK WHEN THEY POST IT****

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ORANGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT MINUTES

APRIL 2010

The Orange County Democratic Executive Committee met on Monday, April 19, 2010 at the IBEW Hall.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Kat Gordon – Thanks for phone calls to Governor Crist on SB6
Kendrick Meek for US Senate Campaign (Jennifer Lewis)
Gina Duncan – new Outreach Chair for OCDEC
Debbie Ryan - CLUW

CALL TO ORDER	7:19

In the absence of Chair, Vice Chair Carmen Torres called the meeting to order.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES
March 2010 meeting minutes were read.
Lonnie Thompson made a motion to send the last meeting’s minutes via e-mail with the meeting announcement.  Susan Clary seconded.  The motion carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT
Jill Giese presented a report.  We are now paying rent on our office.  There was further discussion regarding some of our expenses.

OFFICER AND COMMITTEE CHAIR REPORTS
Chair: Bill Robinson was in a motorcycle accident.  He has appointed a committee to identify and interview applicants for chair for the PR committee.  Doug Head asked about vacant positions and Ms. Torres responded that PR, Events and Fundraising were open.
Vice Chair: Ms. Torres spoke on the DFA training, the Women’s Democratic Club of Greater Orlando, and a DCCA Retreat
State Committeewoman: Nancy Jacobson spoke of several amendments to the FDP charter.  The Alex Sink campaign is working closely with the FDP and OFA on the coordinated campaign.  Bob Danforth asked if the report could be posted online and Ms. Jacobson said that if she were permitted, she would do so.  She also reminded everyone that the DEC job is to get Democrats to vote down the ballot.
 State Committeeman: James Auffant spoke on the Hispanic Expo
Membership Valerie Odom reported that we have 82 active members (not including automatic).  A quorum is 33 members.
2 Automatic Vacancies: Precinct 525 – Hudson Marvel; Precinct 525 – Jennifer Marvel
New Member: Precinct 425 (Committeeman) – John W Bonner approved.
Campaign:  Steve Conti gave a report on some of the upcoming local races.  Mr. Head asked who was on the committee and Mr. Conti recognized Darren Vierday as Vice Chair.
Jefferson-Jackson Dinner: Steve Conti announced the next planning meeting and gave an update on speakers.  He also provided fundraising goals for the dinner.



OLD BUSINESS
Matthew Falconer/Carl Howard: As moved at the March meeting, the board sent an e-mail to Mr. Howard regarding the Matthew Falconer situation and received a response.  Mr. Robinson has advised that our meeting is not a public forum and we are not subject to open government laws.

NEW BUSINESS
No new business was brought before the body.

SPECIAL ORDERS
•	Ms. Torres extends body’s apologies for the delay
•	Homer Hartage – Orange County School Board
•	Bill Segal – County Commission District 5/Candidate Orange County Mayor
•	Tim Adams – Orange County Mayor
•	Jerry Waxman - Orange County School Board District 1
•	Jackie Centeno - Orange County School Board District 1
•	Todd Christian – Florida House District 40
•	Roberta Bailey – www.taketwoforplanetearth.org
•	Marion Cannon – thanks on behalf of CTA for fighting against SB6
•	Marion Cannon – another bill could take away health care subsidies.
•	Doug Head – Global disarmament (www.globalzero.com)

ADJOURNMENT 8:53



Note: Secretary Joy Levy was absent from the April meeting.  Darren Vierday took the minutes.

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The Orange County Democratic Executive Committee met on Monday, July 19, 2010 at the IBEW Hall.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Elected Officials:
Daryl Flynn School Board District 2
Candidates
Tim Adams – Orange County Mayor
Jacqueline Centeno – School Board District 1
Lee Douglas – State House District 41
Alan Grayson – Current US Congress 8 (representatives spoke on his behalf)
Steve Barnes - State House 41 (Chris Lomas spoke on his behalf)
Dave Aronberg – Florida Attorney General (representative spoke on his behalf)
David Rucker – County Commission District 6
Suzanne Kosmas – Current US Congress 24 (representative spoke on her behalf)
Dan Gelber – Florida Attorney General (Mallory Wells spoke on his behalf)
Scott Randolph – State House 36 (Susannah Randolph spoke on his behalf)
Kendrick Meek – US Senate (Jennifer Lewis spoke on his behalf)
Mayra Uribe – County Commission 4 (representative spoke on her behalf)
Announcements
Doug Head spoke of the need to end nuclear proliferation
John Bregg announced an upcoming fundraising party for Amy Mercado
Dominique Gelin with UCF College Democrats shared information about their activities.

CALL TO ORDER	7:42
In the absence of Chair, Vice Chair Carmen Torres called the meeting to order.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/MOMENT OF SILENCE

APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes were approved as presented

TREASURER’S REPORT – Jill Giese was not present.  Nancy Jacobson gave an oral report.
From the printed report prepared by Ms. Giese, a copy of which is filed with these minutes.

OFFICER AND COMMITTEE CHAIR REPORTS
Chair/Vice Chair: Ms. Torres updated the members on Bill Robinson’s status.  She also spoke about the DNC Latino Leadership Conference she attended in Washington DC.   Ms. Torres attended the state JJ Dinner and provided updates on Clubs and Caucuses.  She announced a statewide kickoff for Women for Alex Sink, as well as other upcoming events.
Membership Valerie Odom was not present.  Coyuca Jones read the Membership Report.  As of the start of the July meeting, we have 72 active members, not including automatic members.  A quorum is 29 members.  Ms. Jones announced 4 declared vacancies and 5 automatic vacancies (3 consecutive missed meetings).  One Member At Large elected – Ben H. King in Precinct 540.  One Precinct Committeeman elected – James P. Green – Committeeman in Precinct 505.



Precinct Coyuca Jones provided details on our strategy for this election, including plans for upcoming VAN training and African American outreach.
State Committeewoman Spoke of FDP Jefferson Jackson dinner and the speakers.  FDP now has  Labor and Student Caucuses.  She attended various seminars and meetings.

OLD BUSINESS
None

NEW BUSINESS
Daniel Rudez presented a “Resolution to Oppose Offshore Drilling Off the Coast of Florida” and made a motion for us to approve it.  The motion was seconded and Ms. Torres opened discussion.  Joy Levy moved to postpone voting to give more time for members to review the final version of the resolution.  The motion was out of order.  Mr. Rudez accepted a friendly amendment to change some of the wording in “Whereas” paragraph 3.  Mark Viola moved to close the floor to debate.  Darren Vierday called the question.  We voted on the resolution as amended.  There were no nays and two abstentions. A copy of the resolution as amended is filed with these minutes.

SPECIAL ORDERS
Chris Lomas spoke as Chair of Seminole DEC about their upcoming Casino Royale Gala.

ADJOURNMENT  8:31

ADDENDUM
Membership Vacancies:
Precinct	Position/Name	Reason
515 – PM	Brian Ellis	Relocation
515 – PW	Sondra Ickes	Relocation
107 – PW	Vicki Brooks	Conflict with job
MAL	Gina Leigh Duncan	Personal reasons
103 – PW	Caridad Pena	Automatic
325 – PM	Kristian Cosme	Automatic
432 – MAL	John Pagnotti	Automatic
523 – PM	Vern Ela	Automatic
524 – PW	Tracy Broen	Automatic


RESOLUTION OPPOSING OFFSHORE DRILLING OFF THE COAST OF FLORIDA

	Mr. Daniel Rudez, a voting member of the Orange County Democratic Executive Committee, offers and moves the adoption of the following resolution:

	WHEREAS, it has become abundantly clear from the Deep Water Horizon disaster that offshore drilling poses a real threat to the economic and ecological well-being of the State of Florida; and

	WHEREAS, during the 2009 Florida legislative session, the House passed a bill specifically permitting offshore drilling within 3-10 nautical miles of the Florida Coast, a bill which the Senate did not take up in that Session; and

WHEREAS, the Speaker Designate of the Florida House of Representatives, Dean Cannon, and President Designate of the Florida Senate, Mike Haridopoulos, together with other State leaders, have made clear their intention to reverse Florida’s long-standing policy against offshore drilling off the coast of Florida and to again pass legislation which would permit offshore drilling in some instances as near as three nautical miles offshore; and

	WHEREAS, in April of this year, shortly before the Deep Water Horizon explosion, the President announced the opening for exploration for future offshore drilling of additional areas off the coast of Florida; and

WHEREAS, passage of such a bill by the State of Florida and the opening of these additional areas off the coasts of Florida for offshore drilling exploration, would do virtually nothing to diminish our dependence upon foreign oil; and

	WHEREAS, in accordance with the President’s stated plan to make the United States a leader in renewable energy, it is in the best interest of the State of Florida to focus on becoming a leader in renewable energy such as solar, wind and other forms of renewable energy, and such efforts will actually help the nation to become less reliant upon foreign sources of energy; and

	WHEREAS, offshore drilling in State and federally regulated waters off the coasts of Florida will not only threaten Florida’s fragile environment, but also the State’s tourist-dependent economy;

	NOW, THEREFORE, be it

	RESOLVED, that the Orange County Democratic Executive Committee hereby opposes all Federal and State measures that would permit offshore drilling or exploration within State or federally regulated waters off the coast of Florida;  and be it further

	RESOLVED, that the Orange County Democratic Executive Committee supports an Amendment to the Constitution of Florida which would ban offshore drilling off the coast of Florida; and be it further resolved;

RESOLVED, that the Orange County Democratic Executive Committee will work to galvanize Democratic opposition to offshore drilling off the coasts of Florida, and to help hold those leaders who oppose our efforts accountable for their decisions.

Adopted this _____day of ________________, 2010.
/s/_________________________________		__
Joy Levy, Secretary

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OCTOBER 2010
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The Orange County Democratic Executive Committee met on Monday, October 18, 2010 at the IBEW Hall.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Candidates and Elected Officials
Mayra Uribe – County Commission District 4, campaign representatives spoke on her behalf.
Alan Grayson – US Congress District 8 – Frank Hegedus spoke on his behalf.
Dominque Gelin from UCF College Democrats – voted best College Democrats in the country – spoke on their Get Out the Vote efforts including a rally with Bill Clinton and Kendrick Meek
Todd Christian – Florida House District 40, Coyuca Jones spoke on his behalf.
Amy Mercado – Florida House District 35, Carmen Torres spoke on her behalf
Laura Hammad – Orange County Young Democrats announced an upcoming event

CALL TO ORDER	7:10

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/MOMENT OF SILENCE

APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes were approved as presented.

TREASURER’S REPORT – Jill Giese gave a report.  She indicated that we needed donations to meet our obligations.  The Chair shared information about a mailer we had sent out to targeted voters.  He explained why we were unable to promote federal candidates.

OFFICER AND COMMITTEE CHAIR REPORTS
Public Relations – Brian Mills.  The Chair asked the membership to approve his appointment.  It was approved unanimously.  He has been sending out several e-mails.  He is also responsible for managing the website.  Mr. Mills asked the membership to share any news with him by emailing press@orangedemocrats.com.
Precincts – Coyuca Jones had a brief report on sign waving activities.  She recognized the work of the coordinated campaign.  She also mentioned the need for volunteers to phone bank Tuesday – Friday.  Other campaigns have phone bank locations and need volunteers.
Membership In the absence of Valerie Odom, Coyuca Jones gave a report.  As of the start of the October meeting, we have 71 active members (not including automatic members).  A quorum is 29 members.  There are no changes to the membership.
Campaigns Steve Conti spoke urging people to get involved.  He also acknowledged the successful event we had Friday night and thanked the Chair.
State Committeeman James Auffant reminded everyone that today through October 30 is early voting.  He reminded people that 70% of voting in Orange County in 2008 voted absentee or early.
State Committeewoman/Procedures Nancy Jacobson distributed sign-up sheets for volunteers available for election-day activities or to answer phones at the DEC office during the week.  She explained Poll Greeters are best at precincts with high numbers of low information voters.  She also advised the membership that all members (other than candidates) are approved Poll Watchers – meaning they can go inside the polling place and observe.  Nancy Jacobson encouraged members to contact voters through the Van.
Vice Chair Carmen Torres gave a report.  She is also Secretary for the Central Florida Hispanic Caucus.  She is involved with several campaigns.  She gave an update on several recent events.
Chair Jeremiah Jaspon thanked everyone who attended the party last Friday night.  He updated the members on his activities over the past month.  In Seminole County they had a requirement that Precinct Committee members contact their voters once a year (by canvass, phone or mailer).  He stressed that this is not a social club. The Chair recognized Deeba Ahmed for running the phone bank to reach sleepy Democrats and that no one has been showing up to make the calls.  He also thanked Brian Mills.  He has spoken with Doug Head about a database of Democratic friendly organizations in Orange County.

He invited Kerry Nicholson (Regional Voter Protection Director) from the Florida Democratic Party to speak.  She invited people to sign up to be Poll Watchers.  They are coordinating with lawyers to deal with any potential voting issues.


OLD BUSINESS
None

NEW BUSINESS
None

ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Chair invited people up to make announcements, asking them to limit comments to one minute.

The Chair recognized School Board Member Kat Gordon.  Ms. Gordon spoke briefly about early voting.

The Chair encouraged membership to call or e-mail Mayor Buddy Dyer and ask him to switch his endorsement from Dean Cannon to Amy Mercado.  State Committeewoman, Nancy Jacobson reminded people that Mayor Dyer has supported us in the past, and that we should be considerate.

ADJOURNMENT	8:40
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NOVEMBER 2010
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The Orange County Democratic Executive Committee met on Monday, November 15, 2010 at the IBEW Hall.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Candidates and Elected Officials
* The Chair acknowledged candidates and their great campaigns:
- Steve Barnes
- Mayra Uribe
- Amy Mercado
- Todd Christian
- Alan Grayson (Frank Hegedus)
- Jose Bosque
* Acknowledged Elected Officials:
- Susan Clary
- Scott Randolph
* The Chair advised that general announcements would be at the end of the meeting

QUORUM CERTIFIED

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/MOMENT OF SILENCE
Acknowledgement of veterans

APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes were approved as presented

TREASURER’S REPORT – Jill Giese gave a report.

OFFICER AND COMMITTEE CHAIR REPORTS
Vice Chair – in Carmen Torres’ absence, Wanda Ramos read her report.
State Committeewoman Nancy Jacobson announced Karen Thurman’s retirement/resignation from the Florida Democratic Party Chair position.  The election for her replacement is in January.
State Committeeman James Auffant is considering what we need in our next chair.  He spoke of the need for an outreach person for African Americans and Hispanics.
Membership In the absence of Valerie Odom, Coyuca Jones gave a report.  At the start of the November meeting, we have 69 active members (not including automatic members).  A quorum is 28 attendees.
* Vacancies:
127	PW – Valerie Odom	Health Reasons
114	PW – Jill Giese	to become a Special Member at Large
* Automatic Vacancies
312	PM – John Kemper	402	MAL – Kalestine Butler
* Member-At-Large Appointment
114	Jill Giese
* Precinct Positions
524	PW – Laura Hammad
539	PW – Naloy M. Zapata-Diaz
542	PW – Dominique Gelin
306	PW – Susannah Randolph	539 	PM – William Diaz
540	PW – Evelyn Rivera (reinstatement)
114	PW – Deeba Ahmed
306 	PM – Scott Randolph

The membership approved the appointment of Jill Giese as an SMAL and elected the above precinctmen and women.  .

There were questions about whether new attendees who had submitted applications at this meeting would be eligible to vote at the next meeting.  These were addressed by Ms. Jones and the Chair, who indicated they would not be eligible to vote. .
Precincts Coyuca Jones announced a “Bring a Friend” campaign.  She also encouraged people to “Adopt a Precinct” and provided her phone number.  Ms. Jones acknowledged the need for training of Precinct Committeemen and women.
Procedures Nancy Jacobson provided information about the December elections of new DEC officers.  Precinct Committeemen and women may vote and run for office.  Members at Large may not vote or run for office.  Elected officials who are not precinct committeemen/women may vote but may not run for office.  She provided additional information on the membership credentials procedures followed by the Board.  Jim Callahan made a motion to suspend the procedures and approve new members prior to the election.  There was a second.  Mark Viola raised a point of order that the motion was out of order, as the By-Laws would have to be amended.  There was discussion.  Lonnie Thompson read the section of By-Laws regarding vacancies to demonstrate that there was nothing specific about a waiting period.  The Chair ruled the motion was out of order.
Public Relations – Brian Mills gave a report.  Along with Nancy Jacobson, he is looking at website options.  He invited business owners to advertise on our site.  He spoke of the importance of reaching out to our elected officials and making sure they are aware of our position on issues.  The Chair commented that committees cannot function as islands, but must work together.
Special Outreach  The Chair had asked Doug Head to work on outreach to special groups.  In Mr. Head’s absence Joel Leppard introduced the “Who Do You Know” Survey to help connect the DEC and candidates with constituency groups.
The Chair Jeremiah Jaspon thanked the membership for an opportunity to serve as Chair for the past two months.  He also spoke of the need to re-organize/re-structure the organization so we can be viable.

OLD BUSINESS
None

NEW BUSINESS
None

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Evelyn Rivera asked about Redistricting and whether the DEC had plans to make sure we were represented in all areas.  It was clarified that city and county districting (including School Board) are not covered by Amendments 5 & 6.  Amy Mercado announced that she had attended a County Watch meeting and that we need to reach out to our School Board and County Commissioners now as they are starting to seat the committees to determine these districts now.

Dominique Gelin from UCF College Democrats thanked everyone for their support in helping with the GOTV vans the UCF College Democrats had during Early Voting and on Election Day.  She also announced an upcoming Holiday Event at UCF on December 12.

Marion Cannon announced an upcoming holiday party for CLC.

Kat Gordon spoke about GOTV efforts.

ADJOURNMENT	9:06 p.m.
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SEPTEMBER 2010
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The Orange County Democratic Executive Committee met on Monday, September 20, 2010 at
the IBEW Hall.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Elected Officials:
Darren Soto, Scott Randolph, Susan Clary
Announcements
Dominique Gelin from UCF College Democrats voter registration efforts
Candidates
Amy Mercado (State House 35) announced district wide canvass event.
Steve Barnes (State House 34) - Darren Vierday spoke on his behalf
Todd Christian (State House 40) spoke of upcoming canvass events
Kendrick Meek (US Senate) Joy Haslacker spoke on his behalf.
Alan Grayson - (US House 8) Frank Hegedus spoke on his behalf
Mayra Uribe - (Orange County Commission #4) Kevin Sutton spoke on her behalf \
CALL TO ORDER 7:22
In the absence of Chair, Vice-Chair Carmen Torres called the meeting to order.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEfMOMENT OF SILENCE
APPRO VAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES - The minutes were approved as presented
TREASURER'S REPORT.- Jill Giese gave a report.
OFFICER AND COMMITTEE CHAIR REPORTS
State Committeewoman Nancy Jacobson updated attendees on the Democratic National
Committee meeting in St. Louis. The Assembly approved the delegate rules for 2012. She is
following up with FDP and the DNC about getting the data in the VAN updated.
The Vice-Chair paused to request that non-Democrats leave and to recognize additional officials:
Kat Gordon - School Board
Alan Grayson> US House District 8 who spoke to the membership. The Vice-Chair allowed
time for questions from the membership.
Membership Valerie Odom gave a partial report. At the start of the September meeting, we have
67 active members (not including automatic members). A quorum is 27 members. Declaration
of vacancy: Lydia Pisano (PW in 426) resigned citing policy differences; Celestyne Williams
(PW in 128) moved to Osceola County. We have one automatic vacancy: Andrew Bott - PM in
519 has three consecutive unexcused absences.
Campaigns Steve Conti gave a report about the importance of getting involved. There were
requests to add events to the website and e-mail a slate card. Jimmy Auffant reminded everyone
that absentee ballots would be out next week.
The Vice-Chair recognized the Seminole County DEC Chair, Chris Lomas as a guest.
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Precincts: Coyuca Jones asked everyone to get involved. She distributed volunteer sign up
cards.
Outreach: Jeremiah Jaspon announced a joint social event with the Seminole County DEC at the
Enzian. The date will be announced.
NEW BUSINESS
Election of Chair to fill vacancy resulting from the resignation of Bill Robinson.
* Jill Giese made a motion in the interest of time and accuracy to suspend Article 7, Section 5 of
the OCDEC bylaws to dispense with the requirements for a voice vote and have paper ballots.
Mark Viola seconded. The Vice-Chair announced the motion is not debatable, requires 2/3
majority and complies with state bylaws. The motion to suspend the rules carried.
* Mark Viola made a motion to open the floor for nominations. There were multiple seconds
and the motion carried.
* Steve Conti nominated Jeremiah Jaspon. There were multiple seconds.
* Doug Head moved nominations be closed. Multiple seconds. Motion carried.
* Jeremiah Jaspon was elected chair by acclamation.
Membership: Valerie Odom returned to nominate new members. New members: 213 - PM
Chmari Anderson; 312 -PM Larry Kidd; 518 - PM Brian Mills; 515 - PM Michael Yaros
The motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
Board Recommendation for Position on Amendments. Representative Soto spoke on the
amendments.
* Amendment 1- The membership supported the board's recommendation to oppose this.
* Amendment 2 - The board recommended taking No Position. Doug Head moved to support
the amendment. There were multiple seconds. The membership voted and approved Mr. Head's
motion to support Amendment 2.
*Amendment 4 - The board recommended taking No Position. The membership voted to accept
the board's recommendation to take No Position.
*Amendment 5 & 6 - The board recommended supporting these.
- Joy Levy reminded the membership that the Orange DEC previously endorsed these
amendments.
- Reggie McGill went on record as being opposed to it.
- Mark Viola moved that OCDEC continue to support Amendment 5 & 6. After some debate,
the question was called and the membership accepted the board's recommendation.
*Amendment 8 - The board recommended opposing this. There were questions. Mark Viola
moved to open the floor to discussion. There was discussion. The membership supported the
board's recommendation.
* County Referendum - The board recommended supporting the referendum. The membership
discussed the issue and accepted the Board's recommendation.
ADJOURNMENT 8:39
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OCTOBER 2010
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The Orange County Democratic Executive Committee met on Monday, October 18, 2010 at the IBEW Hall.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Candidates and Elected Officials
Mayra Uribe – County Commission District 4, campaign representatives spoke on her behalf.
Alan Grayson – US Congress District 8 – Frank Hegedus spoke on his behalf.
Dominque Gelin from UCF College Democrats – voted best College Democrats in the country – spoke on their Get Out the Vote efforts including a rally with Bill Clinton and Kendrick Meek
Todd Christian – Florida House District 40, Coyuca Jones spoke on his behalf.
Amy Mercado – Florida House District 35, Carmen Torres spoke on her behalf
Laura Hammad – Orange County Young Democrats announced an upcoming event

CALL TO ORDER	7:10

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/MOMENT OF SILENCE

APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes were approved as presented.

TREASURER’S REPORT – Jill Giese gave a report.  She indicated that we needed donations to meet our obligations.  The Chair shared information about a mailer we had sent out to targeted voters.  He explained why we were unable to promote federal candidates.

OFFICER AND COMMITTEE CHAIR REPORTS
Public Relations – Brian Mills.  The Chair asked the membership to approve his appointment.  It was approved unanimously.  He has been sending out several e-mails.  He is also responsible for managing the website.  Mr. Mills asked the membership to share any news with him by emailing press@orangedemocrats.com.
Precincts – Coyuca Jones had a brief report on sign waving activities.  She recognized the work of the coordinated campaign.  She also mentioned the need for volunteers to phone bank Tuesday – Friday.  Other campaigns have phone bank locations and need volunteers.
Membership In the absence of Valerie Odom, Coyuca Jones gave a report.  As of the start of the October meeting, we have 71 active members (not including automatic members).  A quorum is 29 members.  There are no changes to the membership.
Campaigns Steve Conti spoke urging people to get involved.  He also acknowledged the successful event we had Friday night and thanked the Chair.
State Committeeman James Auffant reminded everyone that today through October 30 is early voting.  He reminded people that 70% of voting in Orange County in 2008 voted absentee or early.
State Committeewoman/Procedures Nancy Jacobson distributed sign-up sheets for volunteers available for election-day activities or to answer phones at the DEC office during the week.  She explained Poll Greeters are best at precincts with high numbers of low information voters.  She also advised the membership that all members (other than candidates) are approved Poll Watchers – meaning they can go inside the polling place and observe.  Nancy Jacobson encouraged members to contact voters through the Van.
Vice Chair Carmen Torres gave a report.  She is also Secretary for the Central Florida Hispanic Caucus.  She is involved with several campaigns.  She gave an update on several recent events.
Chair Jeremiah Jaspon thanked everyone who attended the party last Friday night.  He updated the members on his activities over the past month.  In Seminole County they had a requirement that Precinct Committee members contact their voters once a year (by canvass, phone or mailer).  He stressed that this is not a social club. The Chair recognized Deeba Ahmed for running the phone bank to reach sleepy Democrats and that no one has been showing up to make the calls.  He also thanked Brian Mills.  He has spoken with Doug Head about a database of Democratic friendly organizations in Orange County.

He invited Kerry Nicholson (Regional Voter Protection Director) from the Florida Democratic Party to speak.  She invited people to sign up to be Poll Watchers.  They are coordinating with lawyers to deal with any potential voting issues.


OLD BUSINESS
None

NEW BUSINESS
None

ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Chair invited people up to make announcements, asking them to limit comments to one minute.

The Chair recognized School Board Member Kat Gordon.  Ms. Gordon spoke briefly about early voting.

The Chair encouraged membership to call or e-mail Mayor Buddy Dyer and ask him to switch his endorsement from Dean Cannon to Amy Mercado.  State Committeewoman, Nancy Jacobson reminded people that Mayor Dyer has supported us in the past, and that we should be considerate.

ADJOURNMENT	8:40
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DECEMBER 2010
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The Biennial Organizational Meeting of the Orange County DEC was held at the IBEW Union Hall on Monday, December 6, 2010.

Jeremiah Jaspon, outgoing Chair, called the meeting to order and led the membership in a Moment of Silence and the Pledge of Allegiance

Joy Levy read the roll for attendance.

A quorum was certified

The Chair introduced Rick Boylan, Secretary of the FDP, who was observing the election on behalf of the FDP.

The Chair recognized Coyuca Jones who moved that we suspend Article 7 Section A5 titled “Procedures for Election of Officers…” to vote on printed ballots rather than by roll call.  There were multiple seconds.  Doug Head asked if there was debate.  The Chair stated it was not debatable.  Ms. Jacobson confirmed that it was not debatable and required a 2/3 vote.  Mr. Head stated that he had a question, not discussion, and wanted to clarify whether we could elect an officer unanimously without ballots (if there was only one candidate).  Mr. Jaspon clarified that we could.  Membership was asked to vote on the motion by rising and holding ballots.  The motion carried.

Chair
Todd Christian nominated Amy Mercado.  Doug Head moved to close nominations.  Amy Mercado spoke briefly and was elected by acclamation.

Mr. Jaspon spoke briefly before handing over the gavel to Ms. Mercado as the new Chair.  Ms. Mercado thanked the membership as well as outgoing chair Mr. Jaspon.

Vice-Chair
Ms. Mercado opened the floor for nominations for Vice Chair.  She announced there were two declared candidates – Steve Conti and Brian Mills.  She asked if there were other nominations from the floor.  Ms. Mercado closed nominations and invited Mr. Conti and Mr. Mills to speak.  Each candidate appointed tellers.

While votes were counted, the Chair recognized elected officials - Scott Randolph, Kat Gordon, and Susan Clary.

Mr. Mills was elected Vice Chair (25 to 21).

Secretary
Joy Levy nominated Roberta Bailey.  Doug De Clue nominated Susan Clary.  Ms. Clary declined.  There were no other nominations and Ms. Bailey was elected Secretary by acclamation.  Ms. Bailey spoke briefly.




Treasurer
The Chair asked for nominations for treasurer.  Barry Tillis nominated Deeba Ahmed.  Doug De Clue nominated Doug Head.  Mr. Head declined.  There were no other nominations and Ms. Ahmed was elected treasurer by acclamation.  Ms. Ahmed spoke briefly.

Female Board Member at Large
Mr. Rucker nominated Coy Jones.  Ms. Bailey nominated Joy Levy.  Ms. Levy declined.  Ms. Jones was elected Female Board Member at Large by acclamation.  She spoke briefly.

Male Board Member at Large
Mr. Torres nominated Barry Tillis.  Evelyn Rivera nominated Steve Conti.  Mr. Conti was not present to accept his nomination.  Doug De Clue nominated James Auffant.  Mr. Auffant declined.  Doug De Clue and Doug Head were both nominated and declined.  Coyuca Jones nominated Daniel Rudez.  Mr. Rudez accepted.  Both spoke briefly to the body.  Mr. Tillis was elected (30 to 17) Male Board Member at Large.

Ms. Mercado closed elections.  She spoke briefly about the new applicants from the last meeting.  She clarified that this was an organizational meeting, not a general meeting.  She confirmed the importance of transparency and bringing new members.  She asked if the membership would be interested in attending a meeting in December that would also incorporate training.

Mr. Spears asked if we could vote in the new applicants tonight since we had quorum.  The Chair stated that this was an organizational meeting, which did not provide an opportunity for general business.

Mr. McGill asked if we could not have our January general membership meeting on Martin Luther King holiday.  Ms. Mercado stated the January meeting would be held on the Monday after the MLK holiday.

Ms. Mercado invited elected officials to speak.  Representative Randolph and Commissioner Gordon spoke.  Ms. Clary declined to address the body.

Mr. Fernandez made an announcement about a disputed election in Osceola County.  The Democratic Hispanic Caucus is backing the candidate challenging the results.  He introduced the Chair of the Central Florida Democratic Hispanic Caucus, Miguel Lopez.  They announced an upcoming event.

Ms. Mercado reminded everyone of the upcoming holiday party with the UCF College Democrats.

The Central Florida AFL-CIO also has an upcoming holiday event.

ADJOURNMENT: 8:30 p.m.
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JANUARY 2011
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Date: Jan 24, 2011
Location: IBE\JV Hall, Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL
Announcements
• Guest Bill Van Rijn spoke about his political advertising business
• Marion Cannon, CTA spoke about an upcoming protest regarding proposed school vouchers
• Jay Shannon, UCF College Oems, spoke about organizing activities
• Kat Gordon, OC School Board spoke about concerns for new school board meeting practices
• Recognized: Susan Clary, OC Soil and VVater
Quorum Certified
Call to Order: 7:22pm
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag followed by a moment of silence in honor of US veterans
Approval of prior Board Meeting Minutes for November and December as presented.
Treasurers Report Postponed
• Treasurer Deeba Ahmad, absent, was excused.
• Chair Amy Mercado spoke about the necessity for monthly contributions from membership
Chair Report - Amy Mercado
Discussion of Committee Chair Appointments - Chair Mercado presented a list of people for the various standing
Committees.
• Precincts: Coy Jones; Membership: Wanda Ramos; Campaigns: Michael Cantone; Young Oems: Laura
Hammad; Outreach: Oominque Gelin; Affirmative Action: Pending; Public Relations: Justin Bartee with Deb
Ryan for Press Duties; Events: Open; Development: Open
• Development of a "Snap Team" as a Rapid Response Team: Justin Bartee, Jim Greene, Jerry Waxman
Discussion of volunteer Office Staffing to answer phones and create visibility and presence
Thanks and acknowledgement to the many who participated in Martin Luther King Day Events
Vice Chair Report - Brian Mills discusses further plans for the Strategic Planning Day Session scheduled for
February 19. Location to be announced.
State Committee Report - Nancy Jacobson··
• the FOP January meeting and election of Rod Smith as FOP Chair and Rhett Bullard as Vice Chair and the
development of a state party platform
• DCCA would be holding a training and various meetings Feb 12 at Crowne Plaza (both open to all OCOEe
members)
• Small County Retreat to be held in August (details to come)
• the Annual FOP convention would be at the Disney Yacht and Beach Resort October 27-30
• VAN training Jan 31 at OCDEC HQ at 2:30pm and 6:30pm
State Committee Report - Jimmy Auffant spoke regarding
• The looming battle over redistricting
• The vital importance of candidate training
MemberShip Committee Report - Wanda Ramos
• 73 active members - 29 determines quorum
• Members approved the following new applications: MAL 306 Sephanie Porta; MAL 543 Julie Lambakis; PM
301 Timothy Jacob Murray; PW 512 Helen E.Callahan; PM 333 Gonzalo Capristan; PM 117 Joseph
Saunders; PW 435 Trinidad Quiroz; PM 305 Elian Picard; PM 509 Paul Lilling
Unfinished Business - None
New Business -
Chair Mercado urged members to participate in local boards setting the example herself by taking seats on the
board of Orlando Planned Parenthood and OC I'vlMRB board in County Commission District 3.
Reminder to attend State of the Union Watch Party at Brook!yn Pizza on the UCF Campus
Meeting Adjourned: 7:57pm
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FEBRUARY 2011
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Date: Feb 28, 2011
Location: IBEW Hall, Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL
Welcome, Announcements and Recognitions:
• Representatives Scott Randolph (36); Darren Soto (49); School Board Member Kat Gordon; Eatonville
Commissioner Alvin Moore; Ocoee Commissioner Joel Keller Marion Cannon, CTA; Molly Maloney, AFSCME;
Gregory Shimkaveg, Vice Chair, Seminole County Democratic Executive Committee
Quorum Certified and Call to Order: 7: 13pm
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag followed by a moment of silence in honor of US veterans
Approval of prior General Meeting Minutes (Jan) as presented.
Chair Report - Amy Mercado:
• Strategic Planning Meeting of Feb 19 yielded concrete plans and Committees are beginning implementation
• Extended thanks for donations at January meeting thus setting an example for other donors
• Expect to begin canvassing in early April
Vice Chair Report - Brian Mills:
• Further coordinated action for implementing the Strategic Plan
• Requested for help with a StPatrick's Day OCDEC sociallfundraising event
State Committee Report - Nancy C. Jacobson:
• Attended The FDP Budget and Finance Committee Meetings which approved FDP operating budget for 2011
along with operating budgets for both House and Senate Victory
• Attended the DNC Meeting (Washington D.C.) which confirmed the 2012 National Convention for Charlotte, NC
• Introduced Hispanic Outreach Central Florida Director Betsy Franceschini, who will be based in the Orlando
area. Ms. Franceschini lives in the area as well.
State Committee Report - Jimmy Auffant:
• Confirmed the location of an FDP office to be opening in the Central Florida area
• Stressed the importance of the looming battle over redistricting
Treasurers Report - Deeba Ahmad: Reported that due to generous contribution from Amy Mercado's recent
campaign, bank balance is boosted to a healthier $4384.92 balance.
Precincts Committee - Coy Jones: Added Jim Callahan (401) as Vice Chair
Campaigns Committee - Michael Cantone: Setting meeting schedule, devising a working plan, and recruiting
members
Membership Committee Report - Wanda Ramos - 77 active members; 31 for quorum
• Resignations: PM 511 John G.Wiliiams,llI; PW 402 Marion Price;
• Declarations of vacancy: PM 204 Michael Johnson; PM 235 Otto Acosta; PM 503 William Robinson
• The Body approved Chair's appointment: MAL 401 Casey Dayhoff;
• Members elected the following to fill vacant precinct positions: PM 149 Ricky Singh; PM 209 Gregory Jackson;
PM 308 Michael Cantone; PM 320 Donald Thomann; PM 525 William Watson
Young Democrats - Laura Hammad: YD's are currently in reorganization mode
Outreach - Dominique Gelin: Local constituency groups are being identified and contacted. First Committee meeting
will be held Saturday March 5, 2011 3pm at OCDEC headquarters
Affirmative Action - Shayan Elahi: Plans to work closely with Outreach to boost and support diversity within OCDEC
Public Relations: Justin Bartee: First meeting held on Feb 26. Next meeting is Mar 5 at 10am at OCDEC hq.
Unfinished Business - None
Special Presentation - Doug Head and Coy Jones powerpoint presention about setting realistic organizing goals, that
all needed voters can be reached and that diligence will yield electoral results.
New Business -
• Public Relations Committee member Jim Greene moved that the Chair send a letter/press release to State
Senator Gary Siplin regarding his sponsorship of a bill regarding moving school lunch program administration to
the FL Department of Agriculture. The motion was amended to include an invitation to Sen. Siplin to explain his
position to the OCDEC and then tabled for further study.
• Jay Shannon (UCF College Democrats), Stephanie Porta (Awake the State) Barry Tillis (Board Member at
Large) announced upcoming rallies and events.
• Rep.Darren Soto invited any and all who wish to participate in the upcoming legislative session in Tallahassee to
contact his office which will help in guiding constituents to the right committees and legislators involved.
Rep. Scott Randolph extended the same offer.
Meeting Adjourned: 7:57pm
Status: Amy Mercado, Chair Roberta Bailey, Secretary Date:
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MARCH 2011
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General Meeting of the Orange County Democratic Executive Committee
Date: Mar 21, 2011
Location: IBEW Hall, Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL
Welcome, Announcements and Recognitions: Orlando Commission Candidate Vienna Avelares (Dist 2); State Senate Candidate Kurt Levine ( Dist 19); Winter Garden City Commission Candidate Henry Wright (Dist 1); County Tax Collector Candidate Rodney Eddins; School Board Members Kat Gordon and Darryl Flynn
Quorum Certified and Call to Order: 7:14pm
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag followed by a moment of silence in honor of US veterans
Approval of prior General Meeting Minutes (Feb) as presented.
Treasurers Report – Deeba Ahmad: Reported that new bank account at Wachovia is open and the balance is $1345.04 after payment of various regular expenses Extended thanks for donations made at February meeting
Chair Report – Amy Mercado: Set second Saturday of each month for Committee meetings (space available at HQ) Set monthly training sessions on different topics for the half hour prior to monthly general meetings Set canvassing for candidate Henry Wright in Winter Garden for April 9 and urged full participation Reminded members to check website calendar for events, committee meetings and announcements Announced that OCDEC budget will be presented in the very near future Moved to that the members ratify Committee Chairs. They were approved unanimously.
Vice Chair Report – Brian Mills: Reported that St.Patrick’s Day OCDEC social event was a success Requested suggestions for other event ideas
State Committee Report - Nancy C. Jacobson: Attended 5A region of DEC chairs meeting with Amy Mercado, Brian Mills and James Auffant where topics under discussion included coordinated events, field work and rallies Announced FDP meeting at Lake Buena Vista Palace Resort, April 1-3. 2011
State Committee Report – Jimmy Auffant: Requested any and all input regarding what members would like to see the party do in the upcoming months Reported on and stressed the importance of the looming battle over redistricting
Board Member-at-Large – Barry Tillis: Reported on union busting bills coming before the state legislature and March 25 protest rally Announced Working for America (AFL-CIO) is seeking and hiring canvassers
Campaigns Committee – Michael Cantone: Reported Andrew Bell named as Vice Chair Reported on setting meeting schedule, devising a working plan, and recruiting members Expressed concern about VAN issues Announced former House candidate Todd Christian is releasing his voter information to the OCDEC
Precincts Committee – Coy Jones: Reported work on a door hanger for precinct organizing canvasses continues Reported VAN training will be scheduled every other weekend and listed on the website calendar Reported that a list of both represented and unrepresented precincts now exists and urges members to identify and recruit precinct men and women to fill open positions Requested members help for data entry duties
Membership Committee Report – Wanda Ramos – 80 active members; 32 for quorum Declarations of vacancy (due to 3 consecutive absences): PW 144 Regina Dixon; PW204 Marilyn Sconions; PW 612 Vicki-Elaine Felder Members elected the following to fill vacant precinct positions: PM 121 Victor Chou Hung; PW 222 Elizabeth Sindler; PW 402 Amy Sindler; PM 416 Rodney Eddins; PM 534 Shayan Elahi
Young Democrats – Laura Hammad: Reported new OCYD website is up and operating Announced that a few tickets are available for a fundraiser for Senator Bill Nelson with Special Guest, Vice President Joe Biden
Outreach – Dominique Gelin: Announced Women’s Health Day on April 17th; $10 donation Reported that the committee’s first meeting was held March 5 Reported that outreach efforts are being coordinated with neighboring counties
Affirmative Action – Shayan Elahi: Reported that first committee meeting set for second Saturday in April at HQ Announced topics will include redistricting and minority representation, and immigration laws currently under discussion at the state legislature
Public Relations – Deb Ryan: Reported work on new website continues as does work to raise the OCDEC’s public visibility
Unfinished Business – Todd Christian asked about progress on a suggested resolution (Nov 2009) making all local elections partisan. Amy Mercado responded by saying the OCDEC must become more involved with different community groups, like County Watch, who are discussing this issue. School Board member Kat Gordon referred members to Orange County School resources regarding school nutrition programs possibly effected by a FL Senate bill that would move school lunch administration to the Department of Agriculture
New Business - None
Special Orders and Announcements - Aubrey Marks (UCF College Democrats, conference Apr 8), Stephanie Porta (Awake the State, Fight Back Florida rally Mar 25), Susannah Randolph (Ruth’s List, event Apr 4), Barry Tillis (OCDEC Board MAL, labor rally Apr 4) reported on and announced upcoming rallies and events. Victor Torres spoke on the upcoming assault on workers by the state legislature and the importance of voicing opposition to gutting basic labor rights. School Board member Darryl Flynn spoke about the importance of mobilizing against the state legislature’s upcoming votes to cut education spending. Todd Christian spoke about upcoming Tallahassee legislation regarding marijuana use.
Meeting Adjourned: 8:45pm
Status: Amy Mercado, Chair Roberta Bailey, Secretary Date:
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APRIL 2011
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General Meeting of the Orange County Democratic Executive Committee
Date: Apr 18, 2011
Location: IBEW Hall, Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL
Welcome, Announcements and Recognitions: School Board Members Kat Gordon and former Orange County Commissioner Bob Sindler
Quorum Certified and Call to Order: 7:05pm
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag followed by a moment of silence in honor of US veterans
Approval of prior General Meeting Minutes (Mar 21) as adjusted.
Treasurer’s Report – Deeba Ahmad reported Bank account balance is $318.81 after payment of various regular expenses. Budget will most likely be presented at May meeting after Board Review.
Chair Report – Amy Mercado: Presented by Brian Mills (exhibit 2)
Vice Chair Report – Brian Mills: Reported that Wanda Ramos would be resigning as Membership Chair and asked that volunteers consider replacing her in this important role. Stressed importance of committee participation and acknowledged Amy Sindler’s willingness to chair the Events Committee.
State Committee Report - Nancy C. Jacobson reported As requested, applications for delegates to the state party convention will now include employer and occupation information for compliance and record keeping purposes. Orange County will have 62 elected delegates; Applications due June 24. Registration cost set at $35 for students (with proof of status) and $50.Both fees include $15 for OCDEC funds. FDP-DCCA 5A county regional meeting and training was attended. FDP Priorities set for Orange County included 1.Hispanic voter outreach; 2. Voter registration; 3.GOTV. Absentee ballots and coverage of unrepresented precincts are also a high priority in Orange County.
State Committee Report – Jimmy Auffant: Stressed the importance of reaching attendees at the upcoming Hispanic Expo. Reported on and stressed the importance of the looming battle over redistricting.
Precincts Committee/Member at Large – Coy Jones: Reported VAN training proceeding as scheduled; May 6 special training on finding “supervoters.” Reported David Rucker is now Second Vice Chair of State Black Caucus and that Conroy Road Rally to Support Education was a success. Announced various upcoming social and activist events including LGBT and community groups.
Membership Committee Report – 78 active members; 31 for quorum (exhibit 1)
Young Democrats – Laura Hammad reported committee is forming and encourages members of all ages to participate.
Affirmative Action – Shayan Elahi: Reported attendance Orange County Advisory Committee on Redistricting and Charter Review. Encouraged membership attendance at these meetings to send clear message that OCDEC is active and involved.
Outreach – Dominique Gelin: Announced participation at Earth Day Event April 23, Orlando. Announced tentative events attendance: Democratic Women of Orlando Breakfast, May 21; Car Wash, May 28. Reported Vice Chair is Jaye Bonner.
Campaigns Committee – Michael Cantone: Announced development of on-line form for people to suggest possible candidates. Stressed the importance of absentee ballots after close run-off election in Winter Garden was lost by very slim margin.
Unfinished Business – The previous motion to contact Sen.Gary Siplin regarding School Lunch program administration was untabled, discussed, and a motion made and approved to send a letter to Mr.Siplin.
New Business - Motion made, discussed and approved to create a Special Committee to recommend the Chair create a Special Committee to monitor and report on Charter Review Commission issues Motion made, discussed and approved to join with unions in opposition of SB830. Resolution as submitted and read by Marion Cannon (CTA) (exhibit 3) Motion made, discussed and approved for the OCDEC Executive Board to meet with and discuss the current voting record of Sen. Gary Siplin
April General Meeting of the Orange County Democratic Executive Committee – April 2011 page 2
Motion made, discussed and approved that the OCDEC oppose the sale of public television station WMFE
Special Orders and Announcements: Ida Escomate (UCF College Dems) announced a facebook page regarding keeping WMFE a public television station and spoke about the potential of voter suppression if two bills (HB 1355 and SB2086) are passed. Carmen Torres spoke about how Orange County’s own Jose Fernandez continues as President of the statewide Democratic Hispanic Caucus and Mayra Uribe is a candidate to run the Orange County Democratic Hispanic Caucus Doug DeClue recommended the movie The Conspirator for those interested in how the judicial system could be manipulated.
Meeting Adjourned: 9:05pm
Exhibit 1
April 2011 Membership Report
At the start of the April 2011 meeting there are 78 active members, not including automatic members. 31 members constitute a quorum.
Declaration of Vacancy
The following precinct positions are declared vacant as the member has resigned for the reasons stated:
Precinct Position/Name//Reason
None
THE FOLLOWING PRECINCT POSITIONS ARE AUTOMATICALLY DECLARED VACANT BECAUSE THE ELECTED MEMBER HAS MISSED THREE CONSECUTIVE MEETINGS
(Dec. Jan, Feb, Mar)
Precinct Position/Name//Reason
213 PM Chmari L. Anderson
516 PW Carol Behar
307 PW Barbara Bernier
432 PM William Castillo, Jr.
335 PM Christopher C. Seibert
140 PM Curtis Allen Steffensen
543 PM Darren Vierday
New Members to be Elected to Precinct Positions
The following member(s) have/has applied for membership and their status as registered Democrat(s) in the precinct for which he/she/they are applying has been verified and the precinct position(s) for which he/she/they is/are applying is currently vacant.
Precinct Position – Name
505 PW – Margaret Davis
315 PW – Alita Chappell
313 PW – Isabel Valencia
Motion made,seconded and carried to approve applicants as Precinct persons in the precincts indicated.