State Senator Mike McGuire to bring his energy to Lake County!

  • October 6, 2019

The Lake County Democratic Party will host State Senator Mike McGuire at the Programs & Recruitment Committee meeting on October 9, at 6:00 pm in Lower Lake.   Mike McGuire has been Lake County’s representative in the California State Senate since January 2015.  He started his career representing California residents at the age of 19, when he was elected to the Healdsburg School Board.

Senator McGuire will address a range of issues including PG&E planned power shutdowns, jobs development, the Presidential Tax Transparency & Accountability Act, funding firefighting resources, funding early childhood education, and his work to secure funding specifically to Lake County to backfill property tax revenue lost from housing losses.  Mike is an energetic, knowledgeable, hardworking public servant.  Attend this meeting for an opportunity to learn and engage with your State Senator.

All are welcome!

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The Programs Committee of the Lake County Democratic Party meets every 2nd Wednesday at 6:00 pm in the Social Hall of the United Methodist Church, 16255 2nd Street, Lower Lake.  All meetings are open to the public.  Associate membership in the Lake County Democratic Central Committee is open to registered Democrats, and dues are $25/annually.

2nd Saturday Cinema

  • September 29, 2019

Candidate & Campaign Training

  • September 11, 2019

Serving our foster children and vulnerable teens

The Programs & Recruitment Committee invites you to a presentation by Mary Pagan, MSW from Lake County Child Welfare Services, and Sheri Young from Lake Family Resource Center (LFRC) on September 11, at 6:30 pm in Lower Lake.

Ms. Pagan is a Program Manager for Lake County Department of Social Services.  Her presentation will focus on her efforts to recruit more foster families in Lake County.  With at least 40% of our foster children being placed out of county for lack of foster family homes in Lake County, this problem needs a solution. Being placed out of county can be very traumatic for children who are already removed from their families and then have to leave their community, school, and friends.  Ms. Pagan is committed to ensuring more foster families are available for our kids.  She will discuss one of the new outreach programs, Foster Together, that is just getting under way.

Ms. Young, Victim Services Program Director for LFRC, will discuss issues around domestic violence and sexual assault, and the efforts she is working on to offer services to victims.  Also presenting will be Ms. Sharon Maher, Teen Services Coordinator.  She will focus on human trafficking and how to help those ensnared.  Human trafficking is present in Lake County.  Teens are often courted on-line where a relationship turns into becoming sex trafficked.

Both Ms. Young and Ms. Maher have State grant requests out for funding to further strengthen their programs.  Our September program will include information on how to contact legislators and/or appropriate agencies to advocate for this funding.

Q & A is encouraged, so come for your opportunity to learn, engage, and advocate.

All are welcome!

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The Programs Committee of the Lake County Democratic Party meets every 2nd Wednesday at 6:30 pm in the Social Hall of the United Methodist Church, 16255 2nd Street, Lower Lake.  All meetings are open to the public.  Associate membership in the Lake County Democratic Central Committee is open to registered Democrats and dues are $25/annually.

Second Saturday Cinema

  • August 28, 2019

SAVE the DATE — Annual BBQ on October 20

  • July 30, 2019

We’re hosting a big wig! State Treasurer Fiona Ma.

  • July 21, 2019

The Lake County Democratic Party invites you to the Programs & Recruitment Committee presentation by State Treasurer, Fiona Ma, August 14, at 6:30 pm in Lower Lake.

Our State Treasurer provides financing for our schools, roads, housing, levees, public facilities, and other crucial infrastructure projects that better the lives of all Californians. Ms. Ma oversees an investment portfolio of more than $102 billion, approximately $20 billion of which are local government funds. Her office serves as the agent for the sale of all State bonds and are the trustee on over $100 billion of outstanding debt.

Ms. Ma began her public service career in 2002 when she was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.  She served four years in that capacity, then ran for State Assembly.  Ma served for six years, including 2 years as Speaker pro Tempore.  Her next role was as an elected member of the California Board of Equalization from 2015 until January 2019.  She was elected State Treasurer.in November 2018 and took office earlier this year.  Already she is spear-heading initiatives like CalSavers (a retirement savings program for small business employees), cannabis-related business banking, clean energy bond financing, and various housing programs.  You will hear her energy, intelligence, and dedication when you attend our meeting.

Fiona Ma knows Lake County well.  She maintains a part-time residence in Clearlake.  She has been a consistent supporter of the Democratic Party of Lake County.

Q & A is encouraged, so come for your opportunity to engage with your elected officials.  To learn more about Treasurer Ma and her responsibilities to all Californians, visit the website:  https://www.treasurer.ca.gov/

All are welcome!

The Programs Committee of the Lake County Democratic Party meets every 2nd Wednesday at 6:30 pm in the Social Hall of the United Methodist Church, 16255 2nd Street, Lower Lake.  All meetings are open to the public.  Associate membership in the Lake County Democratic Central Committee is open to registered Democrats and dues are $25/annually.

Presentation by Bruno Sabatier and E.J. Crandell

  • July 5, 2019

The Lake County Democratic Party invites you to the Programs & Recruitment Committee presentation by Bruno Sabatier and E. J. Crandall on Wednesday, July 10, at 6:30 pm in Lower Lake.   Both Sabatier and Crandall were seated on the Board of Supervisor in January 2019, after being elected by voters from District 2 and 3 respectively.  They will speak about their efforts as County Supervisors to improve the lives of our residents.

Mr. Sabatier has lived in Clearlake since 2008 with his wife Nicole and their two children.  In the same year that he earned a Bachelors Degree in Political Science from UC Davis, he was elected to the Clearlake City Council.  During his tenure, he served as a councilmember, vice-mayor, and mayor, and proudly advocated for the passage of Measure V for roads.  Sabatier was elected to the Board of Supervisors in 2018 and has been serving District 2 in that capacity since January.

Mr. Crandall grew up in Lake County, graduating from Upper Lake High School, where his son currently attends.  He served 8 years in the United State Army, served as planning commissioner in District 3, and led the Robinson Band of Pomo Indians as Tribal chair for 4 years.  While in the military, he earned his AA degree from American Intercontinental University.  Crandall was elected to the Board of Supervisors in 2018 and has been serving District 3 in that capacity since January.

Sabatier & Crandall will team up to address a range of issues focusing on initiatives to bring new revenues to the County, restore the health of Clear Lake, and build stronger relationships with community agencies, cities, and tribes to engender collaboration.  Q & A encouraged, so come for your opportunity to engage with your elected officials.

All are welcome!

The Programs Committee of the Lake County Democratic Party meets every 2nd Wednesday at 6:30 pm in the Social Hall of the United Methodist Church, 16255 2nd Street, Lower Lake.  All meetings are open to the public.

First Democratic Debate Watch Party of 2020

  • June 23, 2019

The Lake County Democratic Party invites you to join them for a debate watch party.  Democratic Presidential candidates will debate on the evenings of Wednesday June 26 and Thursday June 27 at 6 PM.

The watch parties begin with social time and snacks at 5 PM both nights at United Methodist Church at 14521 Pearl Avenue in Clearlake.

All are welcome!   Free event.  Donations appreciated.

Democrats March in Lower Lake Parade

  • June 6, 2019

Staying visible and promoting our Democratic values, local Democrats marched in two Memorial Day parades.  This one as part of Lower Lake Daze on Sunday the 26th, Susan Cameron, Laurie Friedman, and Polly Ann Johnston represent.  The day before, we walked in the Lakeport parade.  Both opportunities to build community and keep our message out there.