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DeMaio and Reed Lead State Pension Reform Initiative
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The proposed initiative would limit state and local pension spending in several ways. It would:
- Require voter approval of any defined benefit pensions for new government employees;
- Require voter approval of any increase in pensions for existing government employees;
- Prohibit any taxpayer subsidy of government retirement benefits in excess of 50% of the cost - unless voters expressly approve a higher contribution, and
- Prohibit politicians and government agencies from delaying, impeding, or challenging any voter-approved state and local ballot measures regarding compensation and retirement benefits. The support group Reform California reports that, "Despite the state's improving economy, public employee pension debt in California continues to explode - growing from $6.3 billion in 2003 to $198 billion in 2013." That's over $5000 per resident of California.
Both DeMaio and Reed led successful pension reform measures in their cities in 2012, but the cities have had to deal with union legal challenges. The state initiative takes a simpler approach. It would require voter approval of pension enhancements or to continue offering defined benefit pension plans for new employees.
The initiative would apply to the state, cities, counties, school districts, special districts, UC and CSU. You can find out more on the Reform California campaign website and in this recent CalWatchdog article.
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| July, 2015 |
Luis Buhler, Publisher |
CRP Platform Drafting Committee Elected The California Republican Party's Platform Committee has elected a quarter of its members to serve on the Platform Drafting Committee. The following are the members from the Bay Area:
Gregory Allen
Larry Beaman
Rob Bernosky
Robert Brunton
Richard Ciardella
Paul Cummings Jr.
Jerad Ferguson
Diane Gabl
Gilbert Gonzales
Matthew Heath
Alex Henthorn
Palmer Kain
Rich Kinney
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Virginia Kiraly
Kevin Krick
Peter Kuo
G. Burt Lancaster
Jonathan Madison
Chuck Page
Jaime Patino
Rene Pineda
David Salaverry
Mark Starritt
Greg Swett
Dan Trimble
Elissa Wadleigh
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Proposed platforms and proposed amendments have been posted on the Delegates Only section of the CRP website. Proposed platforms and amendments were required to be submitted by May 25 and June 19, respectively. The 22 platform proposals include several proposals in each of these categories: 1) No change to the 2012 Platform (viewable here), 2) The 2012 Platform with modifications, 3) Proposed new platforms, and 4) proposals for individual sections. 11 additional proposed amendments were submitted. The Platform Drafting Committee will meet in early August to consider the submitted platforms and amendments. It will draft a platform which will be presented to the full Platform Committee no later than August 10. The full Platform Committee will meet at the September CRP convention in Anaheim to consider and act on the draft platform. The result will be forwarded to the convention delegates. We will continue to follow the Platform process on the BayAreaGOP Platform page. Best regards,
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July Events
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|  Contra Costa GOP at Danville 4th of July Parade
Saturday, July 4, 2015 / 7:30 am
Staging Area A - San Ramon Valley High School, Take the shuttle, Danville
Join the Republican Party of Contra Costa County to march in the Danville 4th of July Parade. Also marching will be Assembly Member Catharine Baker, Supervisor Candace Andersen, US Senate candidate Tom Del Beccaro, and the Blackhawk Republican Women. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the 4th together.
Meet at Staging Area A on Hartz Blvd by San Ramon Valley High School. Meet starting at 7:30am; the parade starts at 9 am. Questions: contact Hal Bray at 925-240-7018 or hal.bray@pacbell.net.
Parking: Sycamore Valley Road Park & Ride - shuttles provided to the high school.
Parade website | Staging Area Map
 Monterey GOP Independence Day Booth
Saturday, July 4, 2015 / 9:00 am
Colton Hall, 570 Pacific Street, Monterey
Join the Monterey County Republican Party at their booth at the Monterey 4th of July Celebration and street fair. Help with Voter Registration immediately following the Parade 10:30-4:30.
To sign up for a volunteer shift, contact the office at 831-324-0617 or email cindy@montereyrepublicans.org and let them know the time that you can be there.
 Monterey Peninsula RWF Luncheon Featuring Hon. Casey Lucius
Thursday, July 9, 2015 / 11:30 am
Rancho Cañada Golf Club, 4860 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel
The monthly luncheon of the Monterey Peninsula Republican Women Federated will include guest speaker Casey Lucius, Pacific Grove Councilwoman, and Candidate for California's 20th district in the U.S. House of Representatives. Casey will speak about her candidacy and her top three issues in her campaign. The public is welcome to attend.
RSVP: Reply by Monday, July 6. Cost: $22 per member and $25 for non-members. Find our more ...
 Lincoln Club of No. California Monterey Presents Sally Pipes
Thursday, July 9, 2015 / 5:00 pm
Home of Dr. Michael Klassen, Address provided on RSVP, Pebble Beach
Members of the Lincoln Club of Northern California are invited to a Monterey Bay Member Reception with special guest Sally C. Pipes, President & CEO of the Pacific Research Institute. Sally writes a weekly health care column "Piping Up" for Forbes.com. She is also the author of The Truth About ObamaCare. She is now writing a new book, The Top Ten Solutions for Dismantling ObamaCare: A Citizen's Guide.
Contact Peter Newman for questions about the event, as well as inquiries about membership in the Lincoln Club of Northern California. Event is free for Lincoln Club Members and guests.
 Tri-Valley RWF Dinner Meeting Featuring Peter Friedman
Thursday, July 9, 2015 / 6:30 pm
Cattlemens Restaurant, 2882 Kitty Hawk Road, Livermore
The Tri-Valley Republican Women Federated will host their monthly dinner meeting featuring Peter Friedman. Mr. Friedman has studied the Quran extensively, written an Index for the Quran, and regularly debates the Quran and issues with Islam in public forums.
RSVP: Reservations are due by Tuesday before the meeting to Linda Krikorian at (925) 426-1474 or krikorianpublishing@yahoo.com. Cost for Members $30; Guests $34. Social begins at 6:30pm; Meeting at 7:00pm. Flyer
Win the Bay Campaign School
Saturday, July 11, 2015 / 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
San Mateo GOP Headquarters, 875 Mahler Road, Suite 120, Burlingame
The San Mateo County Republican Party will host "Win the Bay", a local candidate campaign school. The school, which is taught by political professionals, is designed for special district, school board, city council, and county candidates, and will focus on the basics of running local campaigns.
Candidates - whether first time or long-elected, potential candidates, and key volunteers are welcome to attend. Details and online registration are available here, or contact Matt Shupe for more information at (415)735-8491 or Matt@PraetorianPR.com.
 SVGOP Reagan Summer Barbeque
Sunday, July 12, 2015 / 5:00 pm
Home of Don and Joanne Prolo, Address available when ticket is purchased, Saratoga
Join the Santa Clara County Republican Party for their annual Reagan Summer Barbeque at the home of Don and Joanne Prolo. Invited guests include elected officials, candidates and volunteers from throughout the Bay Area.
RSVP: Purchase tickets online. Cost: $10 per person; $25 per family. Sponsorships available. Questions? Visit the SVGOP website or contact Executive Director Izaak Pichardo.
 Nob Hill Republican Women Dinner with Alexander Kugushev
Thursday, July 16, 2015 / 6:00 pm
The St. Francis Yacht Club, Golden Gate Room, 99 Yacht Road (on the Marina), San Francisco
The Nob Hill Republican Women's Club, Federated hosts a dinner with Distinguished Guest Speaker Alexander Kugushev. Born in France to Russian parents, he lived in war-torn Europe throughout World War II and reached the U.S. in 1960. He has authored three books and will speak on "Persian Civilization and Present Day Iran".
RSVP: Reservations Required. Cost: $55 members-$65 non-members. Find out more ...
 2nd Annual Lincoln Labs Reboot Conference
Friday-Sunday, July 17-19, 2015
Park Central San Francisco, 50 3rd Street, San Francisco
Following up on the success of their inaugural #Reboot Conference last summer and the #Reboot Congress event earlier this year, Lincoln Labs is proud to announce their second annual gathering this summer, July 17-19 in San Francisco, California. #Reboot 2015 will once again focus on bringing together the best and brightest from the tech and political worlds to solve the problems facing both. They will host a hackathon, highlighting technical talent. The program includes speakers and panelists who will share their insights and expertise.
RSVP: Register online. Cost: Student - $25; Startup (per company rep) - $75; General Admission - $350; Angel Investor - $850. Learn more.
Sonoma County GOP Day At The Range
Saturday, July 18, 2015 / 9:00 am
Pisenti Ranch, Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa
Join the Sonoma County Republican Party for a "Day At the Range - Target Shoot & Training" fundraiser. No firearm or experience necessary. There will be two-hour sessions at 9am, 11:30am and 2pm. Lunch will be provided.
RSVP: Get your tickets soon, as last year sold out. Get more info or purchase tickets online. Cost: $50.
Solano Republicans Fourth Friday Dinner with an NRA Representative
Friday, July 24, 2015 / 6:00 pm
Solano GOP Headquarters, 625 Jackson Street, Fairfield
Join the Solano County Republican Party for their Fourth Friday dinner. The featured speaker will be a representative of the National Rifle Association.
RSVP: $20 per person or $35 per couple. Questions or reply to (707) 422-5000.
 San Mateo GOP Presents Jazz, Politics and Wine: Inside Edition Reception with Assemblymember Rocky Chavez
Tuesday, July 28, 2015 / 6:00 pm
Location to be announced
Assemblymember Colonel (Ret.) Rocky Chávez will be the featured guest at the San Mateo County Republican Party's Jazz, Politics and Wine: Inside Edition Reception. Col. Chávez spent more than 28 years as a United States Marine. He subsequently served on the Oceanside City Council and as Undersecretary of the California Department of Veterans Affairs before being elected to the State Assembly. He is now a candidate for the U.S. Senate.
RSVP: RSVP to info@smgop.org. Cost: $35 for Regular Tickets; $20 for Young Republicans. |
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This section contains information on county committee meetings, club meetings without a speaker, grassroots activities, etc.
Alameda GOP at the County Fair
Thursday-Sunday, July 2-5, 2015 / 11:00 am
Alameda County Fairgrounds-Building A, Valley Ave near Bernal Ave, Pleasanton
The Alameda County Fair runs 11 am to 11 pm until Sunday, July 5. Alameda County Republican Party volunteers will be staffing a booth in Building A. Stop by to visit. Volunteers are needed on Saturday, July 4. If you can help then, contact Sara Volking at 925-413-4411 or oakhillstravel1@hotmail.com.
Solano County Republican Central Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 2, 2015 / 7:00 pm
Republican Headquarters, 625 Jackson Street, Fairfield
The Republican Party of Solano County normally meets on the first Thursday of every month. Meetings are open to the public. Contact them at 707-422-5000.
San Mateo County GOP Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 9, 2015 / 7:00 pm
San Mateo American Legion Hall, 130 South Blvd., San Mateo
The San Mateo County Republican Party will hold their monthly committee meeting - normally the second Thursday of the month.
Napa GOP Central Committee Membership Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 2015 / 6:30 pm
Napa County Library, 580 Coombs Street, Napa
The Napa County Republican Central Committee normally meets for its general membership meeting on the second Tuesday of the month. Contact: Glenn Ellen Smith by email or call 707-337-0513.
Sonoma County Republican Central Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 15, 2015 / 7:00 pm
Meeting Place, 1421 Guerneville Road, Suite 110, Santa Rosa
Attend the monthly Central Committee meeting of the Sonoma County Republican Party, normally held on the third Wednesday. Contact: esgeary@sbcglobal.net
Monterey GOP Central Committee Reception & Meeting
Thursday, July 16, 2015 / 5:30 pm
Headquarters, 1098 Del Monte Ave. #C, Monterey
Meet your local Republican leaders. Join the Monterey County Republican Party for their central committee reception and meeting. Reception at 5:30 pm, meeting at 6 pm. This is a great opportunity to get involved and help elect Republicans to local office. For more information, contact HQ at 831-324-0617.
 San Mateo GOP Booth at Connoisseurs' Marketplace
Saturday-Sunday, July 18-19, 2015
Downtown, Santa Cruz Avenue between El Camino Real and Johnson Street, Menlo Park
Join the San Mateo County Republican Party Saturday-Sunday, July 18-19, 10am-6pm at their voter engagement and registration booth at the Connoisseur's Marketplace festival in Menlo Park. To volunteer at the booth, contact John at johnmcd@hotmail.com. Festival website
San Mateo County Young Republicans Mixer
Saturday, July 18, 2015 / 5:00 pm
Barrelhouse, 305 California Drive, Burlingame
Join the San Mateo County Young Republicans for their third Saturday monthly mixer. Bring friends and meet new ones! Contact: SMYR Chair Jonathan Madison at jonathanemadison@gmail.com .
Alameda County Republican Party Leadership Meeting
Tuesday, July 21, 2015 / 6:30 pm
Alameda County Republican Headquarters, 1039 MacArthur Blvd., San Leandro
This is the monthly leadership meeting of the Alameda County Republican Party. Meetings are normally held on the third Tuesday of each month.
Sonoma GOP at the County Fair Friday-Sunday, July 24 - August 9, 2015
Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa
The Sonoma County Republican Party and Central Committee are looking for some good Republicans to help them staff a booth at the Sonoma County Fair. The Fair runs from July 24 through August 9. Sign up at this link.
Marin County Republican Central Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 30, 2015 / 7:00 pm
Community Room next to Jason's Restaurant, 300 Drakes Landing Road, Greenbrae
The Marin County Republican Central Committee will hold their monthly meeting. Meetings are usually held on the last Thursday of each month. Members of the public are encouraged to attend and get involved. More Information: info@maringop.org or 415-446-4111.
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Save the Date!
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| SFGOP Presidential Primary Debate Watch Party
Thursday, August 6, 2015 / 5:30 pm
Presidio Golf Club, San Francisco The San Francisco Republican Party hosts a debate watch party. Contact info@sfgop.org for details.
First Republican Presidential Debate
Thursday, August 6, 2015 / 6:00 pm
Fox News Channel, Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland
Fox News Channel hosts the first Republican presidential debate at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.
SVARW Annual Stars and Stripes Gala
Saturday, August 15, 2015 / 5:00 pm
Three Flames Restaurant, 1547 Meridian Avenue, San Jose
Join the Silicon Valley Association of Republican Women's Annual Stars and Stripes Gala, featuring an evening with dinner and dancing. Music will be provided by the 20 piece Sons of Jubal dance band.
Special guests will be U.S. Senate candidates Tom Del Beccaro and Duf Sundheim, who are both former chairmen of the California Republican Party.
RSVP: Purchase tickets online. Cost: Early-bird tickets are $45 (through July 15); non-members are $55. Sponsor opportunities are available.
California Forward Presents Money, Schools, Jobs and You
Wednesday, August 19, 2015 / 5:45 pm
San Jose State University, 150 East Fernando Street, Rm. 225, San Jose
A bipartisan group of civic leaders invite you to participate in a conversation about "Money, Schools, Jobs and You." They believe securing and sustaining community vitality will require vision and diligence on the part of public leaders, and meaningful involvement on the part of the public. Join Pete Peterson, Chuck Reed, Ashley Swearengin and Marshall Tuck for this interactive and informative evening to collectively pursue measurable improvements for your cities, counties and schools.
RSVP: Registration is required and there is no cost to attend. Click here for more information and to register online.
SPARC Annual Picnic with Assembly Member Baker
Sunday, August 23, 2015 / 4:00 pm
Morgan Manor Estate, 12335 Stonebrook Court, Los Altos Hills
The South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition (SPARC) invites you to its annual picnic at the Morgan Manor Estate in Los Altos Hills, where Bay Area GOP Assemblywoman Catharine Baker will be the keynote speaker. No ordinary hot dogs and burgers here: picnic comestibles will be provided by Armadillo Willy's BBQ®.
The event begins at 4:00 PM on the grounds of the historic home, built in 1914 by Stanford trustee Percy Morgan. Tickets are $25 with a $10 discount for those who join SPARC at the picnic, and a $5 discount for students. For more information, visit www.sparc1.org.
CRP Fall 2015 Convention
Friday-Sunday, September 18-20, 2015
Unnamed Venue, Anaheim
The California Republican Party will hold its Fall 2015 Convention. For more information, contact the CRP Convention Team at convention@cagop.org. |
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