June 1, 2018
  
 
Councilman's Conduct Evaluated in Heated City Council Meeting
article by Sophie Walsh

MCKINNEY- The McKinney City Council met in a special session Wednesday night, May 23, in response to the recent action of District 1 Representative and Councilman, La'shadion Shemwell.

The council opened this special session with citizen comments, allowing sixteen citizens to voice their opinions on the issue openly to the council. Following this advisory period, which was filled with strong statements predominantly expressing anger and embarrassment on behalf of the city and its citizens, the council deliberated, and following the motion of Councilman Shemwell, approved the Resolution.

"It appears that this whole issue has been overblown ... and maybe Mr. Shemwell did exceed his role to speak in the name of the Police Chief in the incident described," said McKinney local, Peter Bailey.

Councilman Shemwell was pulled over on May 8 for allegedly speeding, and received an additional citation for having an outdated address on his license. Shemwell was arrested when he then refused to sign the citation issued by Officer Wilkerson. Shemwell made a statement the next day, accusing the officer of racial profiling, and that the handling of the traffic stop, as well as the increased presence of police for the low-level traffic stop, indicated poor usage of city resources.

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Drinking Liberally in Allen TONIGHT
Please join your fellow liberal friends in Allen for drinks at  TwoRows Classic Grill, Allen, TX, 711 Central Expy S, Allen, TX 75013 (map) from 6:30-8:30 p.m. We'd love to see you!
State Democratic Convention Coming in June
Calling All Delegates
The County Convention is behind us. Thanks again to all those who attended. Now it's on to State!  
The 2018 State Democratic Convention is in Fort Worth this year. On June 21, from  12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m., the convention will be held at the Fort Worth Convention Center. 

At this point the delegation is closed. We can only add people who had errors with their appointment. However, there is plenty of room for guests.
If you or a friend are interested in attending as a guest, check out the TDP website.
Accessibility Guide to the 2018 Texas Democratic Convention
Attention Democrats with Disabilities!

The Accessibility Guide to the 2018 Texas Democratic Convention has everything you need to know about this event to be held June 21-23, Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston St,  Fort Worth, 76102.

From booking hotels and wheelchair rentals, transportation to and from the convention center, accessible parking (some free) the Guide has it and lots more!  Keep it handy as updates and additions are frequently made.

Meet the Candidates
Monday, June 11th
The Collin County Democratic Lawyers Association
Invites You to a Meet & Greet for Our Nominees

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FIFTH DISTRICT COURT OF APPEALS
- Judge Ken Molberg
- Judge Robert Burns
- Cory Carlyle
- Leslie Osborne
- Erin Nowell
- Robbie Partida-Kipness
- Amanda Reichek
- Bill Pedersen

Monday, June 11, 2018
6:30-8:30pm
SNUG on the Square
109 N Kentucky Street, McKinney
(map)
 
Complimentary Beverages & Appetizers

RSVP to: rsvp@democracytoolbox.com

We hope to see you!
Coordinated Block Walk this Sunday, June 3rd
On Sunday, June 3rd from 2:00  p.m.-4:30 p.m., there will be a coordinated block walk event between all Collin County House District Candidates and the Liberal Women of Collin County. Each campaign is running their respective event at a designated location. 

Laura Gunn for TX HD33 
Sharon Hirsch for TX HD66 
Sarah DePew for TX HD67 ( HD67 will meet inside Market Street in Allen in the seating area by where they sell the already prepared food. Arrive around 1:30 to get your turf.)
Julie Luton for TX HD70
Ray Ash for TX HD89

The day will end with a happy hour at BJs in Allen ( map) for all block walk teams and anyone else who would like to attend beginning at 4:30  p.m.. Please contact Jennifer Mott at  jdmott79@gmail.com.
Douglass Community Juneteenth Arts and Music Festival, Saturday, June 16th
Calling all volunteers, candidates, vendors, and sponsors! Community Outreach and Events Committees are sponsoring the Douglass Community Juneteenth Arts & Music Festival on June 16th, and we need your help! Sign up below for as many opportunities as you can- we need all hands on deck!
   
 
   
Juneteenth Collin County 2018 Vendor Registration 

 Additional details &  forms can be found on the website.
Cancelled
Saturday, June 2nd
Wavemaker Activist Training Workshop

Stay tuned! This training event will be rescheduled for July.
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