RED ROCK DEMOCRATIC CLUB

MEETING MINUTES

Call to order:

The Red Rock Democratic Club regular meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. on April 23, 2008 by Steve Fernlund, President. 

Approval of the minutes of previous meeting (s):

The March 26, 2008 meeting minutes were reviewed by members in lieu of being read.  Several members moved to accept the minutes as presented and numerous members seconded the motion.  The meeting minutes were unanimously approved.  A member noted that Nancy Elf’s name be corrected to read Nancy Allf.

Reports of officers and committees:

Treasurer’s Report presented by Steve Fernlund

The balance on hand as of March 26, 2008 was $6,027.97.  Income received from dues ($210.00) and the club raffle ($72.00) totaled $282.00.  Expenditures for photocopies ($21.55), the newsletter ($22.09), business cards ($599.66) and the room rental fee ($50.00) totaled $693.30.   As of April 23, 2008 the remaining account balance was $5,616.67.   Members simultaneously moved to accept the Treasurer’s Report and numerous members seconded the motion.  Members approved the Treasurer’s Report, none opposed.

President’s Comments (Steve Fernlund)

• New members and guests were welcomed to the club.
• Special thanks to Thelma Perry, Ann Fields, Ginni Kruger, Betty McLeod, and Maxine Muse for calling club members regarding tonight’s meeting.
• The club extends its gratitude to Traci Lawrence who coordinated the activities of the Telephone and Meeting Announcement Committees as well as for providing refreshments.
• Special thanks to Carol and Richard Katz, Social Committee, for coordinating a successful dinner at the Rampart Casino on April 10^th.  In the future, candidate/campaign functions may be hosted.
• Please see Audrey Ehrlich to update membership information if you did not receive an announcement for tonight’s meeting.
• Sue Abraham states that members may have noticed improvements on the website.  Archives for photographs and the club history have been made.  Members were asked contribute articles and photos. 

Unfinished business:

None

New business:

• After the primary election and subject to membership approval, the Red Rock Democratic Club will donate up to $5,000.00 for a slate of Nevada Democratic candidates.

Program:

Keynote speaker Launce Rake, Communications Director of the Progressive Leadership alliance of Nevada, discussed the environmental impact of the piping water from White Pine County.   Environmental impacts include defoliation, alteration of wildlife habitation that may cause extinction of species, and desertification creating dust storms in Salt Lake City and the Midwest.   Alternative solutions involve the elimination of 40,000 acres of grass and the controlled growth in the Las Vegas Valley as well as establishing a coalition of Western states to desalinate water from the Gulf of California.  Imperial Valley growers could use desalinated water rather than water from the Colorado River. 

Announcements: 

• The state convention will be held in Reno on May 17, 2008.  Delegates who need a ride should contact Paul Schmier.
• Emerge Nevada will be hosting a Chocolate Bar event on May 16, 2008 for a donation of $50.00.  Sponsor fees are $1,000.00.

• The Clark County Democratic Party is hosting a fundraiser, “Celebrate America”, on June 28^th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Government Center amphitheater.  Tickets are available at the Democratic Party headquarters.
• Joe Hogan, Assemblyman, District 10 appreciates the work of the Democratic clubs.
• Bobbie G. discussed his role as Constable noting increases in home evictions and garnished wages.   He states how imperative it is to re-elect Democrats and for Democrats to stay focused on Presidential candidates while not permitting the Republicans to split the party.
• Allison Copening, candidate for State Senate District 6, is holding a campaign kick-off on Saturday, April 26^th at Vistas Park, 11311 Alta Drive from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• The parents of Sanje Sedera, candidate Nevada Assembly 2, announced a kick-off event being held on April 26^th at 10:00 a.m. being held at 7448 West Sahara, Suite 106.
• Barry Clayton announced he is running for State Assembly District 13. 
• Gail Nathan discussed her candidacy for Judicial Court, Department N.
• Greta Muir introduced herself as a Family Court candidate.
• Bruce Gale announced his candidacy for District Court.
• Cynthia Giuliani discussed her candidacy for Family Court, Department K.

Member Comments and Concerns:

None

Pot ‘O Gold:  $178.00. 

The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

Respectfully,

Judy Barclay

Secretary