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Dear Fellow Democrat,
Our next general meeting will be Wednesday, May 26, on Zoom. While the regular business meeting will begin at 7, we hope you will join us for a Jeopardy-style game and fundraiser from 6:00 - 7:00! Get your fundraiser/game ticket for $20 at this link. A first prize of $75 and second place award of $35 are available to the winners!
Don't forget to pre-register to receive your link! The meeting agenda will be available online as it is completed.
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Celebrating Legislative Successes!
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The Washington State legislative season ended April 25, with lots to celebrate, including:
- Adoption of the capital gains tax
- A working families tax exemption
- Support for affordable housing
- Climate change and environmental legislation
- New funding for education and early learning
- Restoration of voting rights to previously incarcerated people immediately upon release
- Ban on private prisons
- Ban on openly carried weapons at the Capitol campus and at permitted demonstrations or rallies on public property
- Police reform, including the adoption of a statewide de-escalation standard
See all legislative updates summarized on the League of Women Voters of Washington website. |
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Auburn Residents needed for
Parks and Recreation Board
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The City of Auburn has two openings on its Parks & Recreation Board. If you would like to be considered, please apply today! Or share this opportunity with a friend.
The Parks & Recreation Board advises the Mayor and City Council on planning, development, acquisition and management of City parks, recreation facilities and programs. The Parks and Recreation Board consists of seven members who serve three-year terms, meeting Tuesdays following the first Council Meeting of each month at 5:30 PM at the Auburn Community & Event Center located at 910 9th ST SE, Auburn.
For questions, or more information, please contact Daryl Faber, dfaber@auburnwa.gov. Access the City’s online application packet here! |
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South King Housing and Homeless Partners Looking for Advisors
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Formalized in 2019, SKHHP is the first-ever affordable housing collaborative of local governments in the South King County subregion. SKHHP’s mission is to increase housing stability in South King County by producing and preserving affordable housing by working together and sharing resources across the jurisdictions through a coordinated and comprehensive approach.
As part of SKHHP’s commitment to ensuring community voices lead their work, SKHHP is creating an Advisory Board which will inform and influence SKHHP Executive Board decisions by providing recommendations that advance the broader interests of the communities they represent. SKHHP is seeking Advisory Board members who live or work in South King County and possess a personal and/or professional commitment to understanding and working to undo the impacts of institutionalized racism and disparities experienced by Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities. Advisory Board members must have personal and/or professional expertise, and affiliation with agencies, coalitions, organizations, or networks from/or serving low-income households, immigrant and refugee populations, people living with disabilities and/or behavioral health needs, or people experiencing homelessness including aging adults/seniors, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, multigenerational households, people with a criminal history, veterans, and youth.
Recruitment is now open! The priority deadline for applications is June 30. Please visit the SKHHP website or join one of the information sessions for more information.
Information sessions:
Wed Jun 9 – 5:00p
Zoom ID: 924 0001 8998
Password: 102680
Registration link
Please email Trish Abbate, Program Coordinator with questions or concerns.
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JOIN US TODAY!
Are you a member of the 31st?
Annual dues are $31 per calendar year, and are a significant portion of our operating budget. While our general meetings are open to all, only dues-paying members have voting privileges. Reduced dues are available in limited income situations that include, but aren’t limited to veteran, senior and/or student status, with a minimum of $5 that ensures full rights and privileges.
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DONATE for MAXIMUM IMPACT!
While dues have historically made up the majority of our budget, we are stepping up our fight to make the 31st District a truly inclusive, equitable, and welcoming place to live. Please consider helping us achieve our goals by contributing today!
C L I C K H E R E
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** If you know of any events that should be included in our next newsletter, please let Vicki Bates know!! ** ____________________________
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Important Links
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Young Democrats of Washington: Seeking to "empower young people through voter registration, campaign activities, petitions, and grass-roots lobbying efforts."
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Washington State Democrats: The official web resource for the Washington State Democratic party. Browse for events, elected officials, platform positions, news, and more! ______________________________
Pierce County Democrats: The 31st Legislative District is interesting in that it spans two counties! For those of you residing in Pierce, here is your county party’s official web resource.
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King County Democrats: The 31st Legislative District is interesting in that it spans two counties! For those of you residing in King, here is your county party’s official web resource.
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Our Facebook page: a great source for local info, local events, local discussion, and local calls to action, updated frequently by members of our community. ______________________________
Our Twitter account: a great source of upcoming events and information! |
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Call for comments: How do you like the new Newsletter format? Is there any content you'd like to see in upcoming issues?
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