Raise a Glass to Freedom Social Event

5-7 pm

Broken Symmetry, Bethel CT

DTC Meeting Agenda & Zoom Link

Thursday, November 21st, 2024

7:30 p.m. at Town Hall and Virtual

Zoom Link

NOTE: For meetings May and later, the Zoom link will be included in the Redding DTC meeting notices emailed to Redding Democrats. 

MEETING Agenda

0) SPECIAL GUEST - State Rep. Anne Hughes

1) Election 2024 Results and Discussion - 10 Minute Max

a. Grief - Counseling Needs

• Dial 2-1-1 for resources and support or follow this link

b. Action - Town, State and Federal Levels

c. Change Management

d. CT Success

2) Treasurer's Update

3) Chair's Remarks

a. Volunteer Support / Thank you

b. Intern Support

• Rep. Anne Hughes Intern Chloe Caplan

• Supported development of Sentinel Ad, canvassing lists and general coordination efforts

• Discussion and possible vote to support funding out of the intern account.

c. Committee Participation - DTC and Non-DTC Democrats

• If you are interested in adjusting your committee work, please let a member of the Executive Committee.

d. December Event

• Discussion and possible vote to cancel the December DTC meeting

• 11/22 - Raise a Glass to Freedom Social Event

• 5-7pm at Broken Symmetry in Bethel, CT

e. DTC Member Participation

• Nominating Committee will be reaching out to members about their interest in adjusting their membership status.

• Recent rise in non-DTC member participation

• Upcoming municipal elections - all the support will be needed

• DTC Member Status Changes

f. VoteForward Results

• 940 letters sent to battle ground states and districts

• Special thanks to Jessica Cishek and Marjorie Derven!!

4) Other Business

a. Programs Committee - Activity Update

• Meghan Bendish, Nicole Bricker & Kate Thomason-Keeler

• Election Day

b. Election Committee - Activity Update

• Yard Signs

• Election Day

c. Nominating Committee Updates

• Chair Change

• Member Changes

d. Open Positions

• Email reddingdems@gmail.com to express interest

• Park and Recreation - 1 Full Member

• Potential Zoom meeting to discuss and vote on nomination. The meeting would be via Zoom early in the week of 12/9 to allow for potential appointment during 12/16 Board of Selectmen meeting.

• Zoning Commission - 2 Alternate Members

• Other Areas

• Zoning Board of Appeals - Full and Alternate Member

• Planning Commission - Full and Alternate Members

• Water Pollution Control Commission - Full Member

• General Interest - Are you interested but not sure where? Help us build our bench!

• DTC - Full and Associate Members

• Please be patient as we work through the end of summer. Response is not instant. :)

5) Update from Town Boards & Commissions

a. Selectmen, Finance, Planning, Zoning, Ethics, Park and Recreation, etc.

6) Community Items - Non-DTC items to share

7) Adjournment

The next meeting will be held Thursday, December 19th, 2024

DTC Meeting Agenda & Zoom Link

Thursday, October 24th, 2024

7:30 p.m. at Town Hall and Virtual

Zoom Link

NOTE: For meetings May and later, the Zoom link will be included in the Redding DTC meeting notices emailed to Redding Democrats. 

MEETING Agenda

Guests:

• Rep. Jahana Hayes - Danbury DTC Headquarters - Info on volunteer opportunities for 5th Congressional District and State Office

1) DTC Member Nomination - Discussion and Likely Vote:

a. Bryan Stacey - info - Resume

2) Treasurer's Update

3) Chair's Remarks

Harris / Walz Signs and other yard signs

• To volunteer to host Harris, Ceci, Anne, Jim and Chris signs, click here.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Redding DTC - Click the link to view activities and to indicate your interest. - Click here to volunteer.

• Jahana Hayes 5th CT Congressional District - Click here to support

• Jim Himes 4th CT Congressional District - Click here to support

• Ceci Maher 26th CT State Senate - Click here to support

• Anne Hughes 135th CT State Representative - Click here to support

• Redding Canvas Volunteer Opportunities - Click here to volunteer

• Door knock with Rep. Anne Hughes in Redding!

• Letters to the Editor - What is driving you this election?

DTC Member Update

Lorcan O'Connor - Long time Redding activist and volunteer has resigned from the DTC as well as the Park and Recreation Commission.

Special thanks to Lorcan for all of his dedication and hard work supporting the Town, a model for us all.

4) Other Business
5) Update from Town Boards & Commissions
7) Adjournment

The next meeting will be held Thursday, November 21st, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. 

NEW LOCATION:

NOD HILL BREWERY

BACK ROOM!

Meet and discuss the issues with your representatives, candidates for office, and fellow Redding Democrats in a collegial and relaxed atmosphere.

Enjoy conversation, food and drink with friends who share in the mission of protecting our freedoms and Democracy!

We have invited Democratic candidates and officials up and down the ballot, and look forward to seeing everyone there!

This important fundraising event helps us support Democrats.

Please RSVP here,

and here is the donation link

CALL TO ACTION: 

In addition to our local focus, the RDTC is committed to make it easy for our neighbors who are concerned about the overall direction of this country to get involved in this crucial election season. We are sponsoring three “Get out the Vote” events that focus on outreach to key swing states and the Presidential election, designed to create an opportunity for us to make a difference, meet other like-minded neighbors and enjoy light refreshments:

Saturday, September 21 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm / Redding residence

We will use the Vote Forward platform, a research-based vehicle to engage voters through personalized letters. The Vote Forward platform is non-partisan and can be used for local and Presidential elections in swing states. The platform focuses on Democrats and independents that are sporadic and / or undecided voters: precisely the segment that is likely to decide the outcome of this most consequential election cycle! You can read more about this here: https://votefwd.org/about-us

Sign up below for one or all of the Vote Forward events. The RDTC will provide everything you need to participate, including sample letters, pens, stamps, envelopes, and refreshments to enjoy in a friendly environment. Indicate your interest here:

Click here to RSVP!

If you have any questions, please contact:

marjoriederven@gmail.com

THANK YOU!

CALL TO ACTION: 

In addition to our local focus, the RDTC is committed to make it easy for our neighbors who are concerned about the overall direction of this country to get involved in this crucial election season. We are sponsoring three “Get out the Vote” events that focus on outreach to key swing states and the Presidential election, designed to create an opportunity for us to make a difference, meet other like-minded neighbors and enjoy light refreshments:

Wednesday September 25 | 5:30-8:15 pm / Redding Democrat Home (Drop in for an hour+ as is convenient)

We will use the Vote Forward platform, a research-based vehicle to engage voters through personalized letters. The Vote Forward platform is non-partisan and can be used for local and Presidential elections in swing states. The platform focuses on Democrats and independents that are sporadic and / or undecided voters: precisely the segment that is likely to decide the outcome of this most consequential election cycle! You can read more about this here: https://votefwd.org/about-us

Sign up below for one or all of the Vote Forward events. The RDTC will provide everything you need to participate, including sample letters, pens, stamps, envelopes, and refreshments to enjoy in a friendly environment. Indicate your interest here:

Click here to RSVP!

If you have any questions, please contact:

marjoriederven@gmail.com

THANK YOU!

DTC Meeting Agenda & Zoom Link

Thursday, September 19, 2024

7:30 p.m. at Town Hall and Virtual

Zoom Link

MEETING Agenda

Guest: 147th District State Rep. Matt Blumenthal - Discuss No Excuse Absentee Ballet Measure

1) Call for DTC Member Critical Contributions

a. Goal: 80% member donations by Labor Day - Thank you to all the donors! Will have our final tally at the October meeting.

2) Treasurer's Update

3) Chair's Remarks

a. Volunteer Support / Thank you

b. Redding Volunteer Opportunities - Click the link to view activities and to indicate your interest. - Click here to volunteer.

c. Jahana Hayes 5th CT Congressional District - Click here to support

d. Jim Himes 4th CT Congressional District - Click here to support

e. Ceci Maher 26th CT State Senate - Click here to support

f. Anne Hughes 135th CT State Representative - Click here to support

g. Redding Canvas Volunteer Opportunities - Click here to volunteer

• Door knock with Rep. Anne Hughes in Redding!

• Thursdays starting in August - 4-6pm

h. Letters to the Editor - What is driving you this election?

i. October meeting moved to the 24th due to Town Hall meeting room conflict

j. DTC Insurance - Single event and annual liability

k. DTC Programs Committee - Met in and will be working on programing. Will present at the October meeting.

l. DTC Elections Committee - Jan August has stepped down as chair. Interested DTC members please contact Aaron Bricker, reddingdemschair@gmail.com.

m. Harris / Walz Signs and other yard signs

• To volunteer to host Ceci, Anne, Jim and Chris signs, click here.

4) Other Business

a. Redding DTC Events - Follow the link for the latest.

• Click here to see the calendar

• Presidential Debate Watch Party - September 10th - 7pm

• VoteForward - Wine and Cheese Open House(s)

• Planning - Marjorie Derven and Jess Cishek

• September 19th - DTC Meeting

• September, 21st and 25th

• If you are interested in attending earlier events, please contact Marjorie and / or Jess.

• Interest in before or after DTC meetings

• RSVP Century Club - September 29th 4-7pm

• Nod Hill Brewery

• Drinking Liberally - October TBD - Nod Hill Brewery - 5-7pm

• **NO COST to Attend - Family Friendly**

• Trunk or Treat - October 26th

b. Open Positions

• Email reddingdems@gmail.com to express interest

• Zoning Board of Appeals - Full and Alternate Member

• Redding Board of Education

• Planning Commission - Full and Alternate Members

• Zoning Commission - 2 Alternate Members

• Water Pollution Control Commission - Full Member representing the Planning Commission

• General Interest - Are you interested but not sure where? Help us build our bench!

• DTC - Full and Associate Members

• Please be patient as we work through the end of summer. Response is not instant. :)

5) Update from Town Boards & Commissions

a. Selectmen, Finance, Planning, Zoning, Ethics, Park and Recreation, etc.

6) Community Items - Non-DTC items to share

a. Town Poll Workers are needed - contact the town Registrar if you are interested.

7) Adjournment

The next meeting will be held Thursday, October 24th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. 

CALL TO ACTION: 

In addition to our local focus, the RDTC is committed to make it easy for our neighbors who are concerned about the overall direction of this country to get involved in this crucial election season. We are sponsoring three “Get out the Vote” events that focus on outreach to key swing states and the Presidential election, designed to create an opportunity for us to make a difference, meet other like-minded neighbors and enjoy light refreshments:

Thursday, September 19th | 6:45- 7:30 pm @ Redding Town Hall Feel free to join the DTC meeting too!

We will use the Vote Forward platform, a research-based vehicle to engage voters through personalized letters. The Vote Forward platform is non-partisan and can be used for local and Presidential elections in swing states. The platform focuses on Democrats and independents that are sporadic and / or undecided voters: precisely the segment that is likely to decide the outcome of this most consequential election cycle! You can read more about this here: https://votefwd.org/about-us

Sign up below for one or all of the Vote Forward events. The RDTC will provide everything you need to participate, including sample letters, pens, stamps, envelopes, and refreshments to enjoy in a friendly environment. Indicate your interest here:

Click here to RSVP!

If you have any questions, please contact:

marjoriederven@gmail.com

THANK YOU!

Join us for a Back-to-School Kick-Off at the

Community Center Pavilion

DTC Meeting Agenda & Zoom Link

Thursday, August 15th, 2024

7:30 p.m. at Town Hall and Virtual

MEETING Agenda

1) Call for DTC Member Critical Contributions

a. Goal: 80% member donations by Labor Day - any size contribution appreciated

b. Amplify your donations! Generous neighbor is matching all DTC member contributions up to $100 through Labor Day!!

c. Thank you to all the donors!

2) Treasurer's Update

3) Chair's Remarks

a. Volunteer Support / Thank you

b. Redding Volunteer Opportunities - Click the link to view activities and to indicate your interest. - Click here to volunteer.

c. Jahana Hayes 5th CT Congressional District - Click here to support

d. Jim Himes 4th CT Congressional District - Click here to support

e. Ceci Maher 26th CT State Senate - Click here to support

f. Anne Hughes 135th CT State Representative - Click here to support

g. Redding Canvas Volunteer Opportunities - Click here to volunteer

• Door knock with Rep. Anne Hughes in Redding!

• Thursdays starting in August - 4-6pm

h. Letters to the Editor - What is driving you this election?

4) Other Business

a. Redding DTC Events - Follow the link for the latest.

Click here to see the calendar

• Drinking Liberally - August 16th - Nod Hill Brewery - 5-7pm

• **NO COST to Attend - Family Friendly**

  • Back to School Kick-off - August 24th - Redding Community Center Pavilion - 11am - 2pm

• VoteForward - Wine and Cheese Open House(s)

  • Planning - Marjorie Derven and Jess Cishek

  • August 15th - DTC Meeting

  • September, 21st and 25th

  • If you are interested in attending earlier events, please contact Marjorie and / or Jess.

  • Interest in before or after DTC meetings

• Century Club - September 29th 4-7pm

  • Nod Hill Brewery

• Trunk or Treat - October 26th

b. Open Positions

Email reddingdems@gmail.com to express interest

• Zoning Board of Appeals - Full and Alternate Member

• Redding Board of Education

• Planning Commission - Full and Alternate Members

• Zoning Commission - 2 Alternate Members

• Water Pollution Control Commission - Full Member

• General Interest - Are you interested but not sure where? Help us build our bench!

• DTC - Full and Associate Members

5) Update from Town Boards & Commissions

a. Selectmen, Finance, Planning, Zoning, Ethics, Park and Recreation, etc.

6) Community Items - Non-DTC items to share

7) Adjournment

Party Horn Band

Sponsored by the Redding DTC

DTC Meeting Agenda & Zoom Link

Thursday, July 18th, 2024

7:30 p.m. at Town Hall and Virtual

Zoom Link

NOTE: For meetings May and later, the Zoom link will be included in the Redding DTC meeting notices emailed to Redding Democrats. 

Thank you for your patience as we transition to this new procedure.

REMINDER:

All Redding Registered Democrats are Invited to the Monthly Meeting.

See you there!!

Agenda

1) DTC Member Nominations - Discussion and Likely Vote:

a. Meghan Bendish - info - Statement of Interest - Resume

b. Nicole Bricker - info - Statement of Interest - Resume

c. Beatrix Erickson - info - Statement of Interest

d. Renee Pessin - info - Statement of Interest - Resume

e. Kate Thomason Keeler - info - Statement of Interest - Resume

2) Call for DTC Member Contributions

a. Goal: 80% member donations by Labor Day - any size contribution appreciated

b. Treasurer's Update

3) Chair's Remarks

a. Volunteer Support / Thank you

b. Volunteer Opportunities Click the link to view activities and to indicate your interest.

c. Jahanna Hayes 5th CT Congressional District - Support

d. Jim Himes 4th CT Congressional District - Support

e. Ceci Maher 26th CT State Senate - Support

f. Anne Hughes 135th CT State Representative - Support

4) Other Business

a. Redding DTC Events - Follow the link for the latest. More info to come!

• **NO COST to Attend - Family Friendly**

• Sponsorship - Concert on the Green - July 28th

• School Kick-off - August 24th

• Drinking Liberally - August date TBD - Location TBD - 5-7pm

• Vote Forward - Wine and Cheese Open House(s)

• Planning - Marjorie Derven and Jess Cishek

• September, 21st and 25th

• If you are interested in attending earlier events, please contact Marjorie and / or Jess.

• Interest in before or after DTC meetings

• Century Club - September 29th

• Trunk or Treat - October 26th

b. Open Positions

Email reddingdems@gmail.com to express interest

• Zoning Board of Appeals - Full and Alternate Member

• Planning Commission - Full and Alternate Members

• Zoning Commission - Alternate Member

• Water Pollution Control Commission - Full Member representing the Planning Commission

• General Interest - Are you interested but not sure where?

• DTC - Full and Associate Members

5) Update from Town Boards & Commissions

a. Selectmen, Finance, Planning, Zoning, Ethics, Park and Recreation, etc.

6) Community Items - Non-DTC items to share

7) Adjournment

The next meeting will be held Thursday, August 15th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. 

Keynote Speaker

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries

Cocktails at 5pm, Dinner at 6:30pm

We Won’t Go Back - We Won’t Back Down!

Location: Town Hall and Virtual

Note: The Zoom link will be emailed to Redding Democrats.

Agenda

Special Guest: Francesca Capodilupo - Himes for Congress

1) Calendar - 2024 through 2026

a. Events

b. Elections

c. Nominations

d. Caucus and Meetings

2) Call for DTC Member Contributions

a. Goal: 80% member donations by Labor Day - any size contribution appreciated

3) Nominations - Discussion and Likely Vote

a. Justice of the Peace - to Elect

b. Water Pollution Control Commission - to Recommend

c. Board of Ethics - to Recommend

NOTE: Candidate info will be sent to DTC members before the meeting.

4) Voter Information - Numbers as of 10/31/2023

a. Democrats

b. GOP

c. Unaffiliated

5) Chair's Remarks

a. Volunteer Support / Thank you

b. Summer Session - August Meeting

c. DTC Member update

d. Committee Interactions

• Regular chair meetings to coordinate efforts

• Strive to align passions with activities as well as reducing duplication of efforts

e. Johanna Hayes 5th CT Congressional District - Support

6) Other Business

a. Caucus - 5/23

• Registrar of Voters - Lisa Bartro

• Justice of the Peace - 4 Elected

b. Redding DTC Events - More info to come!

• Drinking Liberally - June 28th - 5-7pm - Nod Hill Brewery

• Sponsorship - Concert on the Green - July 28th - **NO COST to Attend - Family Friendly**

• Vote Forward - September, 21st and 25th

• Century Club - September 29th

c. State Events

• 74th Annual John Bailey Dinner, Saturday June 29 - Register Here

  5:00pm - Cocktails & 6:30pm - Dinner

  Featuring House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries

• Rally for Choice - Dobbs Decision - 2nd Anniversary

  Sunday, June 23rd - 3pm

  NO COST to Attend

  Ballard Park, Ridgefield, CT

  State and dignitaries are expected - follow social media for more details

  Planned by 4th District DTC Chairs

e. Open Positions

• Email reddingdems@gmail.com to express interest

• Zoning Board of Appeals - Full and Alternate Member

• Planning Commission - Full and Alternate Members

• Zoning Commission - Alternate Member

• Water Pollution Control Commission - Full Member

• General Interest - Are you interested but not sure where?

• DTC - Full and Associate Members

7) Update from Town Boards & Commissions

a. Selectmen, Finance, Planning, Zoning, Ethics, Park and Recreation, etc.

8) Community Items - Non-DTC items to share

9) Adjournment

The next meeting will be held Thursday, July 18th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. 

Justices of the Peace

and

Registrar of Voters

• WHERE: Redding Town Hall Meeting Room

• WHEN: 6pm May 23, 2024

• HOW: In person

Caucus Agenda

1) Call to Order

2) Reading of the Caucus Notice

3) Call for Justices of the Peace Nominations

4) Call for Registrar of Democratic Voters Nominations

5) Adjournment

Agenda – April 18, 2024 Meeting

 Town Hall and Virtual

Zoom Link Registration will be sent out after noon on the day of the meeting.

NOTE: Last month we shared that all DTC meetings will have an online, remote option. We hope this will encourage more participation. 

To further simplify access we will also eliminate the Google Form sign up. We will review our email list to verify they belong to registered Democrats. After that is complete, a Zoom link will be emailed directly for the April meeting. 

For meetings May and later, the Zoom link will be included in the Redding DTC meeting notices emailed to Redding Democrats. 

Thank you for your patience as we transition to this new procedure.

Agenda

1) Treasurer's Report

a. 2024-2025 Budget - For discussion and possible vote.

2) Committee Assignments

3) Chair’s Report

a. CT VANS Contract Status

4) Other Business

a. Ceci Mayer Intern Opportunities

High School and College Students

Potential for Middle Schooler (flexible commitment)

Follow this link for details.

b. Zoom Meeting Updates - Cheryl Graziano

c. Barlow Award Updates - Jeff Figelman

d. Convention Updates

e. Century Club and other event news

f. Jim Himes Intern Opportunities - see below

5) Update from Town Boards & Commissions

a. Selectmen, Finance, Planning, Zoning, Ethics, Park and Recreation, etc.

6) Community Items - Non-DTC items to share

7) Adjournment

The next meeting will be held Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.