D14 Central Committee Vacancy

From the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee:

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) will hold an election at its next regularly scheduled meeting -- Tuesday, October 11, 2011, at 7:30 p.m., 3720 Farragut Ave., #303, Kensington -- to fill a District 14 voting position on the Committee. Maryland’s 14th Legislative District is in northern Montgomery County and comprises the communities of: Ashton, Brinklow, Brookeville, Burtonsville, Calverton, Cloverly, Colesville, Damascus, Fairland, Goshen, Laytonsville, Montgomery Village, Olney, Sandy Spring, Silver Spring, Spencerville and Sunshine. Anyone who is a registered Democrat and resides in Legislative District 14 may apply for the position by e-mailing or faxing a cover letter and their resume to the Central Committee no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 10. (We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.) Email: MontgomeryDems@msn.com; Fax: 301-946-1002.

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Central Committee Candidate Gabriel Albornoz

Gabe Albornoz is a member of the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee from District 18.

I am asking the Democratic voters to return me to the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) because I have been an effective member and will be even more effective in the future. While serving on the MCDCC this year, I have served on a number of committees including the gala auction, 2010 Census, and co-chaired the Serving Our Communities Committee (SOCC). The SOCC has developed meaningful volunteer opportunities at important local non-profit organizations to further demonstrate the Party’s commitment to improving our communities. Activities this year included preparing and serving food at a homeless shelter and clearing away trash and debris at Sligo Park.

My background includes strong ties to Montgomery County, having grown up in the County and lived here my entire life. I have lived in Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, Bethesda and now Kensington. I am very familiar with the rich tradition of the Democratic Party in the County, as well as the growing diversity in our communities. Our school system, for example, is now majority minority, and this trend clearly indicates a shift in demographics, which is especially true in District 18.

As these changes indicate, it is an important time for the Democratic Party in Montgomery County and in Maryland. I feel uniquely equipped to take advantage of this opportunity. My Latino heritage and ability to speak Spanish fluently are strengths that I bring to the MCDCC. My professional background in grassroots community organizing and advocacy at the Children’s National Medical Center and the Latin American Youth Center have also helped prepare me for this position. I believe these experiences will prove valuable as the Party looks to increase voter participation from the northern areas of District 18, as well as in traditionally strong Democratic strongholds in other parts of District 18. If given the opportunity to serve again, I will work hard to continue to support the MCDCC in any way I can.

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Central Committee Candidate Elly Shaw-Belblidia

Elly Shaw-Belblidia is currently a District 17 representative on the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee; she is seeking election to an at-large seat this year.

Regarding Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC): MCDCC members are the bedrock of the Democratic Party in Montgomery County, and Montgomery County is the Democratic engine of Maryland. Everyone on the MCDCC slate is committed to doing what it takes month by month, year after year, election time and non-election time, to keep the party strong and to represent the diverse population of Montgomery County. They have shown they have the skills, energy, and time to put into the party. A strong party requires nurturing the grassroots through our precinct system, training precinct leaders, ensuring that as many voters as possible can get to the polls and cast their ballots through our representatives on the Board of Elections, voter registration, community outreach at fairs and other public events, fundraising, distributing information about the candidates and issues for the general election, community service, and much more. Our goal is to elect Democrats, so far we have a good record, and we intend to keep it up.

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Central Committee Candidate Victor Weissberg

On why he is running for reelection to the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee:

I am seeking re-election to the Montgomery County Democratic Central to continue the work of getting those who share our progressive traditions of the Democratic Party elected. As someone who has been active in Montgomery County politics since the 1970's (as a kid), I have seen the County's process for getting individuals elected evolve. I would like to continue to play a role in that process and build a better, more diverse, inclusive and effective Democratic Party. With the continued trust of the voters of District 18, I look forward to being able to make an even greater contribution towards building a more vibrant and successful Democratic Party here in Montgomery County.

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MCDCC Announces Britto Appointment to District 16 Delegate Seat

The Central Committee is also announcing the election of Francine Towbridge-Winston to the at-large committee seat being vacated by Shirley Rivadeneira and the re-election of student member Chloe Miller. Following is their press release.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE

Press Release
May 12, 2010
For Immediate Release

Contact: Milt Minneman
Communications Director
301-299-2551
FAX: 301-299-4604
minnemmj@hotmail.com

Democrats Name Karen Britto to Open District 16 House of Delegates Seat

Elect Francine Towbridge-Winston to Committee At-Large Member Seat.

Elect Chloe Miller to Committee Student Member Seat

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee met on May 11, 2010 and held three elections.

The Committee named Karen Britto, of Chevy Chase, to fill the District 16 House of Delegates seat for the remainder of the current term which was vacated by the resignation of Bill Bronrott. Britto stated that she will not run for any public office in the September 2010 primary election. The vote of the 21 Committee members present was 20 votes for Ms. Britto and 1 abstention. The other six candidates received no votes. Britto’s name is now forwarded to the Governor who will appoint her to the seat. Britto said she would donate her salary to the Committee’s charitable organization, the Serving our Communities Committee.

Britto is Manager of Federal Affairs for DTE Energy in Washington, DC. She lobbys and analyzes federal issues in the areas of interest to DTE. Previously she was with the National Association of State Development Agencies and the National Conference `of State Legislatures. Britto received the Bachelor of Arts degree from Villanova University and the Master of Arts degree from Howard University. She is the first African American Woman to serve in the General Assembly from Montgomery County. She has been Chair of the Central Committee since 2001 and will continue in that position at least through the Democratic Party’s election of Members at the September primary. She may be reached at 301-718-0976.

Francine Towbridge-Winston of Montgomery Village was elected as a Committee Member-at–Large. She is Precinct 39/09-05 Democratic Chair and received the Committee’s Community Service award on May 2, 2010. She may be reached at 240-252 9836

Chloe Miller of Darnestown was reelected as a Student Member. She is a junior in Northwest HS. She has been very supported of the Committee’s activities and may be reached at 301-963-9474.

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Karen Britto Will Be District 16 Delegate Caretaker

Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) Chair Karen Britto will be the committee's choice to be the next Delegate from District 16 tomorrow night. But there's a catch: Britto is only serving as a caretaker and will not run for election.

Under state law, when a state legislator leaves office prior to the end of his or her term, the county central committee of that legislator's party picks the successor. If the party cannot pick a successor, the Governor decides. Delegate Bill Bronrott resigned only seven months before the next election with no General Assembly voting sessions remaining. MANY people in the district would have been interested in being selected for the vacancy and running on a slate with the incumbents, but MCDCC was not interested in giving any active candidate such an advantage. So the committee decided instead to select a caretaker, or a candidate who would agree not to run, so that the third Delegate seat could have an unencumbered election.

The problem was finding someone who could be trusted not to run. After all, promises can be broken. So the committee is going to select its leader, Chevy Chase resident Karen Britto, to fill the role. Britto will be donating her legislative salary to charities that work with MCDCC to feed the homeless. Britto has turned down multiple opportunities to run for Delegate or be appointed to the position in the past, so her word is regarded as beyond doubt by the committee.

MCDCC deserves great credit for encouraging open competition for Bronrott's seat this fall.

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Three Votes for MCDCC

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) will be taking three votes on May 11: one on the next District 16 Delegate (they prefer a caretaker), one on an at-large committee member to replace Shirley Rivadeneira, and one on two student members. Following is their press release.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE

Press Release
May 5, 2010
For Immediate Release

Contact: Milt Minneman
Communications Director
301-299-2551
FAX: 301-299-4604
minnemmj@hotmail.com

Democrats to Hold Three Votes on May 11, 2010

Legislative District 16 Delegate, Central Committee Member at-Large and Student Members

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee will hold its regular meeting at 7:30PM on Tuesday, May 11, 2010, at its headquarters, 3720 Farragut Avenue, #303, Kensington, MD 20895 and hold three votes:

1. To submit a name to the Governor for a Delegate for Legislative District 16 (preferably for a person who agrees not to run for any office in the primary),

2. For an at-large member of the Central Committee from any district in the county

(preferably from Districts 17, 19 or 39 who do not have an at-large member),

3. For two student members of the Central Committee, one female and one male.

Candidates should submit an application consisting of a resume and cover letter by 5:00PM, Monday, May 10, 2010, to the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee’s headquarters, 3720 Farragut Ave., Third floor, Kensington, MD 20895, MontgomeryDems@msn.com, Fax 301-946-1002. Candidates for each position are expected to attend the May 11 meeting, address the Committee, to be followed by a question-and-answer period and the vote.

For further information, contact MCDCC at 301-946-1000.

Media is encouraged to attend the meeting and cover the votes.

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Montgomery Democrats Announce Spring Ball on May 2

Following is the press release from the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC).

Democrats to Dial for Victory at Spring Ball, Sunday, May 2, 2010

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee presents the Calling All Democrats to Stay Connected and Dial for Democratic Victory at its Spring Ball, Sunday, May 2, 2010, from 4:30-9:30 PM at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, 5701 Marinelli Road. The event starts with a reception and silent auction at 4:30PM, dinner at 6:30PM, followed by the presentation of the Democratic Party 2010 awards and then dancing until 9:30PM.

Representatives Chris Van Hollen and Donna Edwards, Comptroller Peter Franchot, Attorney General Doug Gansler and County Executive Ike Leggett will individually present the following awards:
• Kathryn “Kate” Rhudy - the Democrat of the Year Award,
• Lucille “Lucy” Freeman and Sylvia Diss - the Precinct Official Award,
• Francine Towbridge - the Community Service Award,
• Carol Petzold - the Lifetime Service Award,
• Eliot Greenwald - the Volunteer of the Year Award,
• Gene Counihan - the Outstanding Services by a Former Elected Official Award.

Tickets are $100 each ($125 at the door) and up at sponsor levels.
Guests are asked to bring a can of food for a local food bank.

For more information, call the Committee at 301-946-1000.

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MCDCC Seeks New At-Large Member

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) is seeking a new at-large member to replace Shirley Rivadeneira, who is taking a job at the White House. Following is their press release.

Democratic Central Committee to Vote on an At-Large Member May 11

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee will meet at its headquarters, 3720 Farragut Ave., #303, Kensington, MD and vote at 7:30PM, Tuesday, May 11, 2010, for an at-large member. The vacancy is the result of Member Shirley Rivadeneira resigning to accept apposition with the White House Office of Presidential Personnel.

Candidates for the at-large position must be registered Democrats residing anywhere in the County. It is traditional for the Committee to give preference to legislative districts that do not have at-large members, currently Districts 17, 19 and 39.

Candidates should send a letter of application and a resume by 5:00PM Monday, May 10, 2010, by mail or in person to the Committee address above, by email to MontgomeryDems@msn.com or by Fax to 301-946-1002. Candidates are expected to attend the Tuesday, May 11 meeting, address the Committee, to be followed by a question-and-answer period and the votes.

For further information, contact MCDCC at 301-946-1000.

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MCDCC Likely to Choose Caretaker for District 16 Appointment

In its meeting on Tuesday night, the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) did not pick a replacement for retiring District 16 Delegate Bill Bronrott. That will happen at the Central Committee’s May 11 meeting. But the committee did make an important decision by clearly indicating its preference to nominate a caretaker for a legislative vacancy under circumstances resembling Bronrott’s resignation.

Maryland’s constitution provides that state legislative vacancies are filled through appointments by the party central committees matching the county and party of the departing legislator. So in the case of a departing Democratic legislator in Montgomery County, such as Bronrott, the 23-member MCDCC would have the responsibility of picking the successor. Under the constitution, the committee has thirty days after the date of a legislator’s departure to send a nominee’s name to the Governor. If the committee does not decide on a nominee, the Governor is free to select any member of the resigned legislator’s party who resides in the district to fill the vacancy.

MCDCC passed the following change to its rules on a 22-1 vote, with Milt Minneman the sole dissenter.

§ 5A. Gubernatorial Election Year Vacancies.
This section deals with special situations caused by vacancies occurring in the last year of a legislative term.

If the meeting called for in §§ 4 or 4A of this Policy is to take place between

the last day of the regular session of the Legislature in a gubernatorial election year; and

the day of the gubernatorial primary election, then

the Central Committee will give preference to selecting a person who has publicly agreed to not run as a candidate for any public office in the upcoming primary election.

If

the meeting called for in §§ 4 or 4A of this Policy is to take place after the deadline for filing as a candidate for the a seat in the Legislature; and

the number of Democratic candidates for the seat equals the number of seats that will be on the general election ballot; then

(notwithstanding subsection (a), above) the Central Committee will give preference to selecting one of the Democratic candidates who has filed for the seat.

If

the vacancy takes place after the deadline for filing as a candidate for a seat in the Legislature; and

the legislator who caused the vacancy was at the time a candidate for re-election; and

section 4(c) of the Policy on Filling Candidate Vacancies for Positions Elected Entirely Within Montgomery County provides an earlier day than §§ 4 and 4A of the Policy on Legislative Vacancies; then

the meeting to fill the legislative vacancy will be held on the date specified in section 4(c) of the Policy on Filling Candidate Vacancies for Positions Elected Entirely Within Montgomery County.

This is a very wise decision by MCDCC. The individual selected to fill out Bronrott’s term will almost certainly not be casting any votes in Annapolis as the term’s four general sessions are over and no one believes a special session is imminent. So this nomination would be purely a ceremonial appointment. If the nomination went to an active candidate, its only function would be to prejudice the outcome of the party primary in September. MCDCC has stated its preference to stay out of that fight and let the many qualified contenders in District 16 duke it out for the open seat.

District 16, which includes Bethesda and parts of Potomac and Chevy Chase, is jam-packed with ambitious, smart people who would love to go to Annapolis. We could be seeing a great race there this summer.

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MCDCC Will Pick Bronrott's Successor on May 11

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) is accepting applications to replace Delegate Bill Bronrott (D-16), whose resignation will be effective on April 26. Under state law, the 23-member committee will pick a nominee to serve out the rest of Bronrott's term and forward it to the Governor for appointment. Following is MCDCC's press release.

Democrats to Vote on Naming a Delegate for Legislative District 16

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee will meet and vote at 7:30PM, Tuesday, May 11, 2010, to submit a name to the Governor for a Delegate for Legislative District 16. The Governor will appoint the Delegate after receipt of the submission. The vacancy is the result of the resignation of Delegate Bill Bronrott, effective April 26, 2010.

When a Montgomery County Democratic seat in the Maryland General Assembly becomes vacant, the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee must vote for an individual from that State Legislative District and submit the name to the Governor within 30 days of the vacancy.

Candidates for the Delegate position must be a registered Democrat residing in District 16. District 16 encompasses Bethesda, Cabin John, Glen Echo and parts of Chevy Chase, North Bethesda, Potomac and West Bethesda. Candidates should submit an application consisting of a resume and cover letter by 5:00PM, Monday, May 10, 2010, to the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee’s headquarters, 3720 Farragut Ave., Third floor, Kensington, MD 20895, MontgomeryDems@msn.com, Fax 301-946-1002. Candidates are encouraged to notify the MCDCC that they intend to run as soon as possible before formal submission of application. Candidates are expected to attend the May 11 meeting, address the Committee, to be followed by a question-and-answer period and the vote. For further information, call 301-946-1000.

Media coverage is invited.

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Montgomery County Democratic Party Award Winners

By Marc Korman.

On Sunday, May 2nd the Montgomery County Democratic Party is holding its annual Spring Ball. As part of the annual event, the Party gives out awards to dedicated Democrats. I am pleased to announce those winners here.

Jack Dean-Helen Peacock Precinct Official of the Year Award
The Precinct Official of the Year award is presented in recognition of outstanding Democratic Party activism within the precinct organization. The award is named in memory of Jack Dean and Helen Peacock, two outstanding precinct officials. Jack Dean was a founding member of the Eastern Montgomery Democratic Club. Helen Peacock was a member of the Democratic Central Committee. The award originated as a District 20 Democratic Caucus honor, but in 1982 became a County-wide award.

Previous winners have included District 16 activist Sue Byrnes, District 15 activist David Bailey, and former Central Committeemember Karen Czapanskiy.

This year’s award is being split between Lucy Freeman and Sylvia Diss. Lucy is the Precinct chair in Somerset and has been tireless in her efforts for Democrats. Her efforts have included house parties and local canvasses to bring new neighbors into the party. Syliva is a District 15 precinct official who created a palm card for officials to use when walking their neighborhoods.

Rosalie Reilly Lifetime Service Award
The Lifetime Service Award is given for outstanding commitment and contributions to the County Democratic Party. Rosalie Reilly was the County Registrar of Wills from 1978 to 1989 and chaired the Maryland Democratic Party. The award began in 1989.

Previous winners have included former County Executive Doug Duncan, former Delegate Don Robertson, and former State Senator Idamae Garrot.

This year’s award is going to former Delegate Carold Petzold from District 19. In addition to her service in Annapolis, Delegate Petzold has served on the Aspen Hill civic Association, Aspen Hill Friends of the Library, the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence, and many other community organizations.

Rita Morgan-Bruce Jerney Community Service Award
The Community Service Award was established in 1985 to bring attention to party activists who devote a substantial time to community service. Jerney was a precinct official and worked with mentally and physically disabled children in Takoma Park. Morgan was active in supporting fair housing and worked with autistic children.

Previous winners have included Gino Renne of MCGEO, Former Council members Bruce Adams and Donell Peterman, and former Planning Board Chairman Norman Christeller.

This year’s winner is Francine Towbridge-Winston. Francine is a District 39 activist who has helped start the Montgomery County Democratic Party’s Serving Our Community Committee. The committee is a new effort of the local party to do more community service in addition to political work.

Kelsey Cooke Volunteer of the Year Award
The Volunteer of the Year Award was created in 1998 to honor an outstanding year of volunteer activity by a Party activist. The award is named after Kesley Cooke Meyersburg, a hard working activist who continued her efforts even after undergoing kidney dialysis three times a week.

Previous winners have included the Craig Rice Campaign Team in 2006 and former Congressional candidate Don Mooers.

This year’s winner is Eliot Greenwald from District 16. Eliot practically moved to Virginia during both the 2008 and 2009 campaigns. Closer to home, Eliot gave significant time to the Democratic nominees in the Council District 4 Special Elections that elected Don Praisner and Nancy Navarro.

Democrat of the Year Award
The Award goes to a person who has given outstanding service and commitment to the Democratic Party over the past year. Previous winners have included the Bethesda Obama Office, Catherine Leggett, and Maryland Democratic Party Chair Susie Turnbull.

This year’s winner is Kate Rhudy. Kate is a District 20 resident and the Democratic Party’s liaison to the Board of Elections. That liaison role is especially important now as we implement early voting for the first time.

In addition to these Central Committee awards, the Democratic Trustees (former Democratic elected officials) have given their annual award to Gene Counihan. Gene was a Delegate and currently serves as chair of the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission.

I hope you will join me in congratulating all of this year’s award winners at the Spring Ball on Sunday, May 2nd.

Author’s Note: Special thanks to MCDCC Secretary Elliot Chabot for much of the information presented here.

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MoCo Democrats Announce Annual Brunch

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) has announced its annual brunch, scheduled for Sunday, February 28, 2010 at the Bethesda North Marriott. Following is their press release.

Democrats Stay Connected at the Annual County Brunch, Sunday, February 28

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee invites all Democrats to 'Stay Connected' at the Annual County Brunch, 1-3 PM, Sunday, February 28, 2010, at the Bethesda North Marriot Hotel and Conference Center, 5701 Marinelli Road, Rockville. The stay connected theme is to remind Democrats to do this to be victorious in the upcoming campaign season.

In addition to remarks by County, State and National elected officials, Democrats will hear from Tom Lindenfeld, President of LSG Strategies, a grassroots organizing and political telemarketing firm. Lindenfeld was a partner with David Axelrod's political media consulting firm. Earlier he was Director of the DNC’s Coordinated Campaigns for the 1996 Bill Clinton Presidential bid.

Tickets are $50 ($60 at the door) with sponsorship at $150 or $250 and may be purchased on-line at MCDCC.org or by calling 301-946-1000.

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MCDCC Picks New District 18 Member

Following is the press release from the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee.

Gabriel Albornoz Elected to Democratic Central Committee

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee met on Tuesday, June 12, 2009, and elected Gabriel L. Albornoz of Kensington, as a Member from Legislative District 18. The vacancy is the result of Member Oscar Ramirez moving out of District 18. District 18 encompasses Kensington and parts of Chevy Chase and Silver Spring.

Gabriel L. Albornoz (Gabe) has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland and a Master in Business Administration degree from Johns Hopkins University. Albornoz is currently Director of the Department of Recreation, Montgomery County. Earlier he was in managerial positions with the Children's Hospital Foundation, Children's National Medical Center, Latin American Youth Center and the Maryland Multicultural Youth Centers.

Before the vote, Gabe assured the Central Committee that there would be no conflict between his County and Committee roles.

Albornoz may be reached at 301-530-2811 (h), 301-651-1054 (c) or galborno1976@yahoo.com.

Extended biography and photograph available on request.

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MCDCC Seeking New District 18 Member

Following is the press release from MCDCC.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE

Press Release
May 28, 2009
For Immediate Release

Contact: Milt Minneman
Communications Director
301-299-2551
FAX: 301-299-4604
minnemmj@hotmail.com

County Democratic Central Committee to Vote on a Member from Legislative District 18

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee will meet and vote at 7:30PM, Tuesday, June 12, 2009, at its headquarters, Third floor, 3720 Farragut Ave., Kensington, MD 20895, for a member from Legislative District 18. The vacancy is the result of Member Oscar Ramirez moving out of the district. Candidates for the position must be registered Democrats residing in District 18. District 18 encompasses Kensington and parts of Chevy Chase and Silver Spring.

Candidates should send a letter of application and a resume by 5:00 pm, Monday, June 11 by mail or in person to the Committee, by email to MontgomeryDems@msn.com or by Fax to 301-946-1002. Candidates are expected to attend the Tuesday, June 12 meeting, address the Committee, to be followed by a question-and-answer period and the votes.

For further information, call 301-946-1000.

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New Members Elected to MCDCC

Following is the press release from MCDCC.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE

Press Release
May 14, 2009
For Immediate Release

Contact: Milt Minneman
Communications Director
301-299-2551
FAX: 301-299-4604
minnemmj@hotmail.com

New Members Elected to Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee, at its May 12, 2009 meeting, elected Shirley C. Rivadeneira of Germantown as an At-Large-Member, filling a vacancy through the end of the 2006-10 term and Chloe Miller of Darnestown and Jordan Johnson of Silver Spring as Student Members for one year.

Shirley Rivadeneira is an attorney with the U.S. Department of Labor and has been active in the Nancy Navarro for District 4 Councilmember and Obama-Biden campaigns. Rivadeneira received the degrees of Juris Doctor and Master of International Affairs from American University and the degree of Bachelor of Arts from Emory University. She may be reached at 404-717-9861 or srivade@hotmail.com.

Chloe Miller, a sophomore at Northwest High School, is a member of the High School Democrats and was supportive of the Central Committee at its 2009 Spring Ball, the 2008 Young Democrats kickoff, 2007 Holiday Party and the 2006 and 2008 Election Day activities. Miller may be reached at 301-963-9474 or konznme@yahoo.com.

Jordan Johnson, a Junior at John F. Kennedy High School, was Vice President of the school's Young Democrat Club and is Junior Class President, volunteered in the Obama campaign. He may be reached at 301-871-6225 or 301-367-3926.

Biographies and photos are available on request.

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The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee is the official voice for the Democratic Party in Montgomery County on all questions of public policy and promotes democratic government, social justice, and economic opportunity for all.

3720 Farragut Avenue • Kensington, Maryland 20895 • 301-946-1000 • FAX 301-946-1002 • www.mcdcc.org

By authority, MCDCC; Karen Britto, Chair; Simon Atlas, Treasurer.

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MCDCC Seeks New At-Large Member

Following is the announcement from the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC).

MCDCC to Fill a District At-Large Central Committee Position at the May 12 Meeting

At-Large MCDCC Member Vilma White is now serving as a member Emeritus of the Central Committee. That creates an at-large vacancy that will be filled at the May 12 meeting. It is the tradition of the Central Committee, when filling at-large vacancies, to give preference to candidates residing in legislative districts that do not currently have at large members. Districts 17, 19, and 39 currently do not have at large voting members on the Central Committee.

To Apply: Please send a letter of interest and a resume or biographical sketch to the MCDCC at MCDCC, 3720 Farragut Avenue, #303, Kensington, MD 20895-2195. You should also email the information to montgomerydems@msn.com or fax it to 301/946-1002. The deadline for applying is Monday, May 11 at 5:00 pm. For information about the role of the MCDCC, please go to our website at www.mcdcc.org. For questions, please email Alan Banov, Vice Chair of the MCDCC, at LegalRun@aol.com.

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Democrats to Celebrate at Spring Ball

Following is the press release from the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE

Press Release
April 25, 2009
For Immediate Release

Contact: Milt Minneman
Communications Director
301-299-2551
FAX: 301-299-4604
Cell: 301-910-4676
minnemmj@hotmail.com

Democrats to Celebrate at Spring Ball, Sunday, May 3, 2009

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee presents Democrats: A Party for all Seasons, Sunday, May 3, 2009, from 4:30-9:30 PM at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, 5701 Marinelli Road. The event starts with a reception and silent auction at 4:30PM, dinner at 6:30PM, followed by the presentation of the Democratic Party 2009 awards and then dancing until 9:30PM.

Representatives Chris Van Hollen and Donna Edwards. Comptroller Peter Franchot, Attorney General Doug Gansler and County Executive Ike Leggett will individually present the following awards:
• David Hart, Helga Butler, Ronit Dancis, Maia Hunt, Donice Jeter, Jon Randall, Harriet Shugerman and Charles Washington, the Bethesda Obama Office Supervisory Team - jointly the Democrat of the Year Award,
• Sue Byrnes - the Precinct Official Award,
• W. Gregory Wims - the Community Service Award,
• Louise Armentrout - the Lifetime Service Award.
• Ralph and Betsy Stephens - jointly the Volunteer of the Year Award.
• Molly Ruhl - the Outstanding Services by a Former Elected Official Award,

Tickets are $100 each ($125 at the door) and up at sponsor levels.
Guests are asked to bring a can of food for a local food bank.

For more information, call the Committee at 301-946-1000.

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Upcoming Events

From Marc Korman.

Upcoming Events

MCDCC Training for New Precinct Officials
Tuesday, March 24th at 7:00pm
MCDCC Headquarters
3720 Farragut Avenue, 3rd Floor in Kensington
If you are a new Precinct Chair or Vice Chair, then this training is for YOU! Email Vivian Malloy at vivmalloy@aol.com for more information.

Senator Ben Cardin in Montgomery County
Hosted by the Silver Spring Democratic Club
He will be discussing the topic “The Nation’s Economic Crisis – A Congressional Perspective.”
Wednesday, March 25th at 7:00pm
White Oak Middle School
12201 New Hampshire Avenue

Council District 4 Candidates’ Forum
Hosted by Sierra Club and Action Committee for Transit
Tuesday, March 31st at 7:30pm
Kennedy High School
1901 Randolph Road in Silver Spring

Council District 4 Debate
Hosted by the Montgomery County Young Democrats
Wednesday, April 1st at 7:30pm (Doors open at 7:00pm)
AFI Silver
8633 Colesville Road in Silver Spring

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MCDCC Looking to Fill District 20, State Party Vacancies

If you want to join MCDCC or the State Democratic Central Committee, now is your chance. Following is a press release from MCDCC.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE

Press Release
January 16, 2009
For Immediate Release

Contact: Milt Minneman
Communications Director
301-299-2551
FAX: 301-299-4604
Cell: 301-910-4676 minnemmj@hotmail.com

County Democratic Central Committee to Vote on a Member from Legislative District 20 and a Member of the Maryland State Democratic Central Committee

The Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee will meet at its headquarters 3720 Farragut Ave., Kensington, MD and vote at 7:30PM, Tuesday, February 10, 2009, for a member of either gender from Legislative District 20 and for a female member of the Maryland State Democratic Central Committee. The District 20 vacancy is the result of the resignation from the County Central Committee of Karen Czapanskiy. The Maryland State Democratic Central Committee vacancy is the result of the resignation of Linda M. Plummer.

Candidates for the District 20 position must be registered Democrats residing in District 20. District 20 encompasses Takoma Park and part of Silver Spring. Candidates for the female member of the Maryland State Democratic Central Committee must be registered Democrats residing in Montgomery County.

Candidates should send a letter of application and a resume by Monday, February 9 at 5:00 pm by mail or in person to the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee 3720 Farragut Ave., Third floor, Kensington, MD 20895, by email to MontgomeryDems@msn.com or by Fax to 301-946-1002. Candidates are expected to attend the Tuesday, February 10 meeting, address the Committee, to be followed by a question-and-answer period and the votes.

For further information, call 301-946-1000.

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