Happy Thursday! Please note that our office hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. The office will be CLOSED tomorrow afternoon, December 13th.
CONGRESSMAN POSEY SURVEY
Congressman Posey wants to hear from you regarding impeachment. Please let him know how you feel! Follow the link below for the survey.
https://posey.house.gov/forms/form/?ID=4229
HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURE
Our office will be closed for the holidays from December 20th through January 2nd. The office will re-open on January 3, 2020. We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and Happy New Year!!!
DWC LUNCHEON
The Democratic Women’s Club annual holiday luncheon is this Saturday, December 14th at 11:30 a.m. New officers will be sworn in by Florida State Democratic Women’s Club President Patty Farley. For more information, see the flyer below.
HOLIDAY PARTY
Thank you to everyone who came to our joint Democratic Executive Committee and Democratic Club of Indian River Holiday Party. The food and music were great. The toys for Toys for Tots filled 3 large bags with toys! But it was the attendees who made the evening wonderful. We hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year!
BLOOMBERG
Tell us how you feel about Michael Bloomberg entering the 2020 race for President by taking our survey below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BYG9M6V
SPEAK UP VERO BEACH
SpeakUpVeroBeach.com is the online hub for community engagement about the future of Three Corners - 38 acres where the old power plant, former postal annex and land & water treatment plant now stand. Here you'll find facts about Three Corners and many ways to discuss & share your ideas. Kindly Register to join the conversation and be part of a new model of public debate where all voices & ideas are heard.
https://www.speakupverobeach.com/
FELLSMERE CHILDREN IN NEED – HELP!
I’m excited to report that you all have donated 35 gift cards for the children in Fellsmere. We could still use some more! The gift cards will go to children ages 15-18 who are aged out of Toys for Tots. If you are able and willing, the office will be accepting gift cards for these kids until December 16th. Please bring any donations to Stacey at the Democrats of Indian River Headquarters, 2345 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 32960.
DATA TEAM UPDATE
Our Data Team, led by Jim St. Martin, is making great progress and putting us on a successful path to achieve our voting goals. If you are interested in learning more about our Data system or VAN (the statewide database of registered voters), Jim will be holding office hours at Headquarters every Monday and Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Stop on by to see if this is something you might be interested in!
FLORIDA VOTER REGISTRATION UPDATE
Florida registered 4,199 voters in November for a year to date total of 21,986! Check out these stats:
- 63% are Democrats
- 57% are 18-34
- 59% are people of color
- 54% are female
If you know of anyone who isn’t registered to vote send them to the office and we can register them!
HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS
Speaking of the holidays, are you looking for that special gift for a like-minded family member or friend? Well, stop by Headquarters and pick out a t-shirt, tank top, coffee mug, water bottle, necklace pendant or Dem dogkerchief for them! Not only are you supporting your local Democrats, but you are spreading the word about the Democrats of Indian River!
FELLSMERE COMMUNITY CENTER
F.A.C.T. (Fellsmere Action Community Team) is in the planning stages for building a much needed and long overdue community center. They are looking for anyone with experience in business planning, architecture, program development and non-profits to join their committee. If you would like to help be a part of this wonderful opportunity, please contact Stacey Klim at [email protected]
OFFICES UP FOR ELECTION
There are numerous offices up for election in Indian River County next year. The Democrats of Indian River are looking for candidates for these positions. If you are considering running for office, or know someone who is, below are the offices, positions and current office holder up for election in 2020.
Board of County Commissioners:
District 1 – Susan Adams
District 3 - Tim Zorc
District 5 – Bob Solari
School Board:
District 3 - Laura Zorc
District 5 - Tiffany Justice
IR County Hospital District:
Seat 3 - Barbara S. Bodnar
Seat 5 - Karen Deigl
Seat 7 - Michael J. Weiss
Indian River Mosquito Control District:
Seat 1 - Janice Broda
Seat 3 - Buck Vocelle
Indian River Soil and Water Conservation District:
Seat 2 - David Gunter
Seat 4 - Robert J. Lindsey
Sebastian Inlet Tax District:
District 1 – Jenny Lawton
District 2 – Beth L. Mitchell
District 3 – Michael Rowland
City of Fellsmere:
Fernando R. Herrera
Jessica Salgado
Joel Tyson
City of Sebastian
Ed Dodd
Jim Hill
City of Vero Beach
Tony Young
Laura Moss
Robert Brackett
Town of Indian River Shores Council
Robert “Bob” Auwaerter
Deborah “Debbi” Peniston
Tom Slater
Town of Orchid Council
Paul Knapp
Harold Ofstie
CALENDAR
Below find upcoming government, Democrat and community events to add to your calendar.
December 14
11:30 a.m. – Democratic Women’s Club Annual Holiday Luncheon, Grand Harbor Clubhouse, 4985 Club Terrace, Vero Beach, Cost: $25
December 17
9:00 a.m. – Indian River County Commission, County Administration Offices – Council Chambers, 1801 27th Street, Building A, Vero Beach 32960-3388
December 18
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Data Meeting (open to anyone interested) with Jim St. Martin, Democratic Headquarters, 2345 14th Ave., Suite 7, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Every Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Koffee with Ken and Parris
Democrats of Indian River Office
2345 14th Ave., Suite 7, Vero Beach 32960
Bring your own coffee and chat about politics!
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