City of Plattsburgh Democratic Committee

Minutes of the City of Plattsburgh Democrat Committee held March 17, 2009
 
  Present:   H. Brohinsky, Doug Butdorf, Cindy Gallicchio, Joe Gitttens, Cesna Hartnett, Ellen Moore Lacey,
                 Carol McClean
     The meeting was called to order by Joe Gittens. The pledge to the American flag was recited.
    Doug Butdorf gave a report about the community garden.He commented that there are a few more aspects to be worked out.  It is estimated that 45 to 50 people will  participate in growing gardens. Cornell Cooperative Extension will be offering assistance.     
   The minutes of our last meeting were reviewed. Ellen motioned and Cindy seconded to approve these minutes.They were accepted through concensus. The treasurer's report (Cindy G.) was presented. We have $866.81 in our account. A check for $50 was sent to buy an ad in the Rural Life Conference brochure. So the balance is now $816.81. We want to consult with Shirley OConnell concerning our role in fund raising. We'd like to be helpful in this effort to make money for our party.
    There were no committee reports. Carol suggested that we place notices about our meetings in the Press Republican.     
   Old business: Becky Kasper is working on recruitment.She will report at the next meeting. An evening with meet and greet, to encourage recruiting new members is possible, maybe in May. Next meeting dates are April 28 and May 26, in the same place. Meeting was adjourned by concensus.
Minutes kept by E.Lacey

Plattsburgh City Democrat Committee Meeting.. January 27, 2009

 Present: Ward 2 Mike Kelly, Ward 3 P. Bently,G. Bouyea, H. Brohinsky, Joe Gittens
Ward 4 Ellen Moore Lacey Ward 5 Shirley O' Connell, Cindy Gallicchio, Becky Kasper,
Ward 6 Francesca Hartnett.
  The meeting was called to order by acting chairman, Joe Gittens. The Pledge to the flag was recited. The minutes of our 12/9 meeting were examined and 2 corrections were noted. Cindy Gallicchio's name must be corrected and the  ward for Joe G. is the 3rd ward,. A motion to accept minutes was made by Becky Kasper and seconded by George Bouyea. They were accepted as corrected.
  Cindy reported a balance in our treasury of $775.81. She is following the procedures to change the treasurer's documents and bank signatures, as required by Board of Election rules.
  Mike Kelly explained his need to resign from his place as chairman of this group, for health reasons. His resignation is accepted, with gratitude to him, and best wishes for a complete recovery. Cindy suggested that we elect a new chairman, and the group agreed by consensus. Shirley nominated Joe Gittens. There were no other nominations, so the secretary was directed to cast one ballot to elect Joe. Thus, Joe became our chairman. For vice president, Becky Kasper was nominated by Francesca, seconded by Shirley O' Connell. There is nobody willing to take the office of secretary, but Ellen Lacey consented to serving as the acting secretary. For treasurer, we have selected Cindy Gallicchio. Shirley O. and Cindy G. were appointed by Joe to lead a fundraising committee in anticipation of future elections. Several very important races are set for 2010 and 2011. It's imperative that we start preparing now, in order to be prepared to attract and support strong candidates. Becky offered to do some canvasing for members and will use several methods to contact Democrats. She needs us to suggest prospective members. We need to work on getting more people involved. Following the good results Democrats saw in the Presidential race, we hope to continue creating more enthusiasm for our ideas.
    Our scheduled meetings have been set for the 4th Tuesday, to coincide with the County meeting which follows. However, we'll be meeting at the Margaret Street Government Building, not at the VFW as was previously planned. Our next meeting is scheduled for February 24. Time of meeeting is 5:30. Future meetings are scheduled on :3/24, 4/28, 5/26 and 6/23.   
        Draft minutes written 1/ 29, by Ellen Moore Lacey