FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, January 25, 2013

CONTACTS:
Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair, 916.849.2110

Yolo County Democratic Party Endorses Sarah Kirby-Gonzalez for Washington Unified School District

Teacher of the Year has the Experience for the Job

West Sacramento, Calif.- The Yolo County Democratic Party (YCDP) has endorsed Sarah Kirby-Gonzalez for Governing Board Member of the Washington Unified School District.

Of the  five candidates running for a single seat, the YCDP felt that Sarah Kirby-Gonzalez is the most qualified candidate. As the 2011 Folsom-Cordova Unified School District Teacher-of-the-Year, Kirby-Gonzalez understands what it takes to energize students, implement an effective curriculum and bring the voices of both teachers and parents to the table.

Kirby-Gonzalez is dedicated to improving education in every classroom, and she clearly has both the passion and the skills to accomplish this. As a mentor to student teachers, Sarah Kirby-Gonzalez has given future teachers the skills they need to create an interesting and beneficial curriculum for their students.

“The YCDP endorsed Sarah Kirby-Gonzalez for Washington Unified School District because she shares our beliefs that public education is crucial for our future success and that test scores don’t define a teacher or a student. It’s our duty and responsibility to ensure a vibrant and challenging curriculum for our students, regardless of circumstance. Sarah Kirby-Gonzalez will ensure that the children of West Sacramento receive a quality education,” said Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair.

Kirby-Gonzalez is dedicated to improving Washington Unified School District so that fellow parents and guardians can be proud to send their children to public school in West Sacramento.

The Special Election for this office will be held on March 5. This is an all-mail-ballot, while there will be no poll-voting, voters will have a few weeks to fill out their ballot and mail it in. Voters should mail their ballot by March 1 to make sure it is received by Election Day.

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee. 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: OCTOBER 26, 2012

 

Contacts:

Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, 949.338.4194

 

 

YOLO COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY BARKS OUT THE VOTE FOR YES ON PROPOSITION 30 WITH SUTTER BROWN

 

Davis, Calif- The Yolo County Democratic Party (YCDP), Garamendi for Congress, Alan Fernandes for Davis School Board joined together for a phone bank in support of Proposition 30. Governor Jerry Brown’s corgi, Sutter Brown, joined the phone bank as part of his “30 for 30” campaign, traveling to 30 counties across the state in support of Proposition 30.

 

Proposition 30 has been endorsed by the YCDP and the California Democratic Party because it will prevent an additional $6 billion in cuts to schools and stop crippling tuition hikes for college students.

 

Supervisor Don Saylor and Alan Fernandes, candidate for Davis School Board, joined activists in making over 600 phone calls in support of Proposition 30.

  

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: OCTOBER 23, 2012

 

Contacts:

Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, 949.338.4194

 

 

YOLO COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY TO HOST PHONE BANK IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 30 AS PART OF SUTTER BROWN’S “30 for 30” STATEWIDE TOUR

 

Davis, Calif- The Yolo County Democratic Party (YCDP) invites folks to participate in a phone bank in support of Proposition 30 with a very special guest. Governor Jerry Brown’s corgi, Sutter Brown, is em-barking on a “30 for 30” campaign, traveling to 30 counties across the state in support of Proposition 30.

 

Proposition 30 has been endorsed by the YCDP and the California Democratic Party because Prop 30 will prevent an additional $6 billion in cuts to schools and stop crippling tuition hikes for college students.

 

WHEN:        Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00am

 

WHERE:      Yolo County Democratic Party Headquarters, 2939 Spafford Street,

                        Suite 140A, Davis, CA

 

Local elected officials, candidates and activists will be making phone calls in support of Proposition 30. Those who make phone calls for an hour will get to take a picture with Sutter Brown.

 

To RSVP for the event or to volunteer on the campaign contact Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, at 949.338.4194 or kelseylmcquaid@gmail.com.

  

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.

 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, October 23, 2012

CONTACTS:

Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair, 530.756.4466

Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, 949.338.4194

 

YOLO COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY HOSTS DAY OF ACTION ON OCTOBER 27

Activities will turn out voters in support of Prop 30 and against Prop 32

 

Davis, Calif.- The Yolo County Democratic Party (YCDP) is joining with the California Democratic Party this weekend for a Statewide “Day of Action” to defeat Proposition 32, pass Proposition 30 and elect Congressman John Garamendi.

 

Local elected officials and activists will be turning out voters from the YCDP and Garamendi for Congress headquarters at 2939 Spafford Street, Suite 140A in Davis from 1 to 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 27 and 28.

 

To volunteer or for more information please call the headquarters at 530-759-1160 or contact Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, at kelseylmcquaid@gmail.com or 949-338-4194.

 

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.

 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, October 23, 2012

CONTACTS:

Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair, 530.756.4466

Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, 949.338.4194

 

 

YOLO COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY ENDORSES PROPOSITION 39

 

Davis, Calif. - At their October meeting, the Yolo County Democratic Party (YCDP) joined 28 other local Democratic Party organizations and California Democratic Party Chair John Burton in endorsing Proposition 39.

 

“Proposition 39 will close a flawed loophole and recover desperately needed revenue for the State’s general fund – helping fund vital state services, social, health, family and child services. By closing this loophole, we can bring over $1 billion dollars back to California. The Yolo County Democratic Party urges a Yes vote on Proposition 39,” said Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair.

 

Please mail in your ballots within 36 hours of receiving it. Ballots must be in the mail by Nov. 1 or they can be dropped off at any polling or the County Clerk's office on Election Day. Polls open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 6, and close at 8 p.m.

 

To get involved, please visit the YCDP Headquarters located at 2939 Spafford Street Suite 140A in Davis or contact the YCDP Executive Director, Kelsey McQuaid, at 949.338.4194 or kelseylmcquaid@gmail.com for more information.

 

 

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, October 12, 2012

CONTACTS:

Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair, 916.849.2110

Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, 949.338.4194

 

YOLO COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY ANNOUNCES ENDORSEMENTS FOR NOVEMBER 6^th ELECTION

 

Davis, Calif. - The Yolo County Democratic Party (YCDP) has endorsed its slate of 2012 candidates for federal, state and local races.  In local races, YCDP conducted candidate interviews and chose strong leaders that best represent Democratic values.

 

Absentee ballots have been mailed to voters this week. Please mail in your ballots within 36 hours of receiving it. Ballots must be in the mail by November 1^st or they can be dropped off at any polling or the County Clerk's office on Election Day. Polls open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, November 6, and close at 8 p.m.

 

The last day to register to vote in the 2012 General Election is October 22. You can register online at the California Secretary of State's office. If you have moved since the last election, you do need to re-register by the deadline.

 

November 2012 YCDP Candidate Endorsements:

 

Federal and State Races:

• Barack Obama for President of the United States
• Dianne Feinstein for United States Senator, California
• John Garamendi for Congressional District 3
• Doris Matsui for Congressional District 6
• Lois Wolk for State Senate District 3
• Mariko Yamada for California Assembly District 4
• Roger Dickinson for California Assembly District 7

 

Local Davis Races:

• Alan Fernandes for Davis School Board
• Susan Lovenburg for Davis School Board
• Yes on Measure E, Davis school parcel tax

 

Statewide Ballot Propositions:

• Proposition 30- Yes
• Proposition 31- No
• Proposition 32- No
• Proposition 33- No
• Proposition 34- Yes
• Proposition 35- Yes
• Proposition 36- Yes
• Proposition 37- Yes
• Proposition 38- No
• Proposition 39- Neutral
• Proposition 40- Yes

 

To get involved, please visit the YCDP Headquarters located at 2939 Spafford Street Suite 140A in Davis or contact the YCDP Executive Director, Kelsey McQuaid, at 949.338.4194 or kelseylmcquaid@gmail.com for more information.

 

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, July 6, 2012

 

CONTACTS:

Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair, 916.849.2110

Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, 949.338.4194

 

Yolo County Democratic Party TO REGISTER VOTERS AT
WEST SACRAMENTO CITIZEN NATURALIZATION CEREMONY

YCDP to Engage Thousands of New Americans

 

West Sacramento, Calif.- The Yolo County Democratic Party (YCDP), in partnership with the Sacramento County Democratic Party and local labor unions, will register hundreds of new American citizens at the naturalization event scheduled for 10AM on Tuesday, July 10, at Raley Field.

 

The U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service will conduct a citizen naturalization ceremony to induct approved applicants into American citizenship. Event organizers are currently projecting thousands of attendees, including supporters and family members of the ceremony participants.

 

The YCDP will maintain booths for voter registration outside of the park on Ballpark Drive. Attendees will be able to register to vote and to learn about the U.S. political system and the Democratic Party platform. Approximately 140 volunteers from the Democratic coalition, including multilingual volunteers, will be present to assist in registering new citizens.

 

“We are excited and honored that the naturalization ceremony will take place here in Yolo County for the first time. This is a great opportunity to engage new citizens and to provide them with the opportunity to vote in their first election this November,” said Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair. “If we don’t reach out to these new citizens now, it will be difficult to bring them into the political process. Registering and voting is the pinnacle of our democracy and the Yolo County Democratic Party is directing all of our energy toward empowering these new citizens.”

So many of the people who come to our country do so in large part because they haven't had the opportunity to engage and make a difference in the political system of their home country. Voting is a right and a responsibility; the November election will be extremely important in determining the direction our country will take and the values we, as American's, will choose to prioritize.

The efforts of the YCDP will engage new citizens by registering them so that they can take place in the most significant act of an American citizen, voting. We applaud those, both young and old, who have taken the step of becoming American citizens. By registering to vote they have the opportunity to help define our shared values and shape the American dream for those that follow. 

 To get involved with the YCDP, please contact Kelsey McQuaid, Executive Director of the Yolo County Democratic Party at 949.338.4194 or kelseylmcquaid@gmail.com.

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, May 4, 2012

 

CONTACTS:

Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair, 916.849.2110

Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, 949.338.4194

 

Yolo County Democratic Party Endorses 2012 Primary Election Candidates

In Pivotal Election Year, Californians Must Stand with 
Proven and Visionary Leadership

 

Davis, Calif.- The Yolo County Democratic Party (YCDP) has endorsed its slate of 2012 candidates for federal, state, and local races.

 

As the first election to follow the 2010 redistricting effort, and with both our state and country still on the rebound from the policies of previous Republican administrations, 2012 is a crucial year for Californians to keep Democrats in office.

 

Since 2010, Democrats in the nation's capital and Sacramento have worked to ensure a brighter future for Californians in the areas of healthcare, social equality, environmental protection, and economic recovery. The 2012 slate of federal and state candidates endorsed by the YCDP have been selected because they consistently represent the interests of Yolo County residents and families.

 

In local races, YCDP has also chosen to endorse strong leaders to represent their communities. After an extensive interview process, the YCDP has taken the unusual step of endorsing all four Democratic candidates in the Davis City Council race, regarding each candidate as an excellent and highly qualified representative for the city. All four Democratic candidates have a strong background in Democratic activism and uphold the values the YCDP seeks in endorsing local candidates.

 

The YCDP has a coordinated Democratic campaign headquarters that is a staging ground for phone banks and walks for all of the endorsed campaigns. Throughout the Primary and General Elections, the YCDP will be working with all of the Democratic endorsed candidates to ensure that California stays blue and that President Obama stays in the White House.

 

The YCDP will be partnering with our endorsed candidates through their election cycles. Please visit the YCDP's Headquarters at 2939 Spafford Street Suite 140A in Davis, or contact Kelsey McQuaid at 949.338.4194, for more information.   

 

 

2012 YCDP Endorsed Candidates:

Federal and state races:

·         Barack Obama, Incumbent, for President of the United States

·         Dianne Feinstein, Incumbent, for United States Senator, California

·         John Garamendi, Incumbent, for Congressional District 3

·         Doris Matsui, Incumbent, for Congressional District 6

·         Lois Wolk, Incumbent, for State Senate District 3

·         Mariko Yamada, Incumbent, for California Assembly District 4

·         Roger Dickinson, Incumbent, for California Assembly District 7

 

County and local races:

·         Art Pimentel for Yolo County Supervisor District 5

·         Martie L. Dote, Incumbent, for Woodland City Council

·         Sue Greenwald, Incumbent, for Davis City Council

·         Dan Wolk, Incumbent, for Davis City Council

·         Lucas Frerichs for Davis City Council

·         Stephen Souza, Incumbent, for Davis City Council

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, March 6, 2012

CONTACT:

Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, 949.338.4194

 

Big Celebration for Kick-off to The Yolo County Democratic Party 2012 Campaign

Davis Campaign Headquarters Grand Opening Sunday, March 11^th

 

Davis, CA- The Yolo County Democratic Party, the Davis Democratic Club, and Garamendi for Congress invite all Democrats to our celebration, kicking off what will certainly be an historic election cycle. Please join us for the grand opening of the 2012 Davis Democratic Headquarters on Sunday, March 11, from 4 pm to 6 pm; 2939 Spafford Circle, Suite 140A.

 

This Party Headquarters will be the hub of Democratic Party activity through the November 2012 election. Because of the recent statewide redistricting process and the “top two primary” election rule change, many campaigns are in full swing and have already begun volunteer programs. In addition to many important elections, including Presidential, Congress, and state races, November’s ballot will also include several ballot initiatives that will have tremendous local impact. 

 

Please join Congressmember John Garamendi (running in the newly formed Congressional District 3, which now includes Davis), State Senator Lois Wolk, Assemblymember Mariko Yamada and Democrats from all over Yolo County to get the details, lay the groundwork, become energized and find your spot on this winning team. Our team has a place for every Democrat — no matter what your availability or skills.

 

"Democrats in Yolo County are excited to re-elect President Obama, send Congressmember John Garamendi back to Congress representing our region, re-elect Assemblymember Mariko Yamada and Senator Lois Wolk, and help ensure that Democrats across the state get elected. This really is the perfect place for Democrats from Yolo to become involved. It will certainly be an energizing kick off for Yolo County," said Bob Schelen, Chair of the Yolo County Democratic Party.

 

Democratic Party Kick Off and Grand Celebration

Sunday, March 11

4 pm - 6 pm

2939 Spafford Circle, Suite 140A

Davis, CA

 

 To RSVP or for more information, please contact Kelsey McQuaid, Executive Director of the Yolo County Democratic Party: at 949.338.4194 or klmcquaid@ucdavis.edu.

 

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sunday, February 26, 2012

 

CONTACTS:

Bob Schelen, YCDP Chair, 916.8492110

Kelsey McQuaid, YCDP Executive Director, 949.338.4194

 

Yolo County Democratic Party Endorses Measure C

Quality Education is the Key to Davis’ Success

 

Davis, CA- The Yolo County Democratic Party (YCDP) has endorsed the Davis School Bond, Measure C. The YCDP supports Measure C because throughout the decades of state cuts to K-12 education, Davis has always proactive in order to ensure the quality education of our students. This continuation of previous parcel taxes, totaling $320 per household and $150 per apartment, will provide necessary funding for key programs and classes while preventing further layoffs of teachers.

Over the last five years, Davis K-6 students have seen class sizes increase from 20 students to the current level of 25 students. Measure C will fund class size reductions. The Davis community has always taken pride in the level of education we can provide our students, but increased class sizes during early learning will limit the ability of students to improve in reading and math.

Due to state budget shortfalls, the Davis Joint Unified School District (DJUSD) has already made $2 million in cuts over the last three years. These cuts have resulted in drastic measures by DJUSD and the Davis School Board to balance the budget: closing a school, salary cuts across the board, cuts to supplies and services, cuts to staffing, and elimination of some class offerings. Without Measure C an additional $6.5 million will be cut from the DJUSD budget, further limiting the availability of course offerings and counseling services while forcing teacher layoffs.

The economic downturn has hurt schools across the state, but Davis has the unique opportunity to decide the future of its schools by voting yes on Measure C. By voting in this election, Davis residents have the ability to save elementary science and music, K-12 libraries, while maintaining a sufficient number of offerings of foreign language classes, AP classes, and core classes in math, science, and English for junior high and high school students.

The YCDP feels strongly that it is in the best interest of our community to provide every available resource for our young people. The YCDP will do everything in their power to provide children with the best education possible so that our community will remain creative, strong and vibrant. That is why the Yolo County Democratic Party will be working to support Measure C until the election. Anyone wishing to become involved can contact our Executive Director Kelsey McQuaid at klmcquaid@ucdavis.edu.

 

Election Day is March 6^th; be sure to mail in your ballots by March 1^st or drop them off before 8pm on March 6^th at the Davis branch of the Yolo County Library.

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The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.