Hello Dear Friends,
I am sharing this email with you in hopes you would consider joining us this year. I know like many of you, we have organizations that are near to our hearts.
Suicide Prevention Services of America in Batavia is that organization for me. Suicide has impacted our family as it has many others and this organization has been helping support families, schools and communities in the Fox Valley area for over 30 years.
Kim and I want to fill 2 tables this year. If you are able to attend, please find the registration information in the link below.(Please indicate you are with us)
If you are not available to attend, perhaps consider making a donation or providing a gift that could be used in the raffle to help raise funds in support of their mission.
Thank you for everything you do.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
https://www.spsamerica.org/harvest-of-hope-brunch
Thank you
Bill Tarver
bill.tarver86@gmail.com
Please join us for the DPI Latino Engagement Tour Stop with Lisa Hernandez, Chairwoman of the Democratic Party of Illinois. This is an exceptional opportunity to engage with our DPI team and learn more about the current direction of our party.
During this event, you will have the chance to hear Chairwoman Lisa Hernandez speak about her leadership role within the Democratic Party of Illinois and her commitment to advancing progressive values in our great state. She will share insights into the party’s goals, current initiatives, and future plans, offering a unique perspective on the political landscape.
In addition to a presentation by DPI staff, there will be a Q&A session where attendees can ask Chairwoman Hernandez and staff questions directly. This interactive segment provides an opportunity to delve deeper into key issues and gain valuable insights into how the Democratic Party support your region’s priorities.
The meet and greet portion of the event will allow attendees to personally connect with Chairwoman Lisa Hernandez. Take this opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations, share your thoughts, and discuss matters that are important to you and your community. It’s a chance to network with fellow attendees who are equally passionate about politics and community engagement.
Whether you are a dedicated party member, a community leader, or simply someone interested in the political landscape of Illinois, this event promises to be an enriching and inspiring experience. Chairwoman Lisa Hernandez’s knowledge, experience, and dedication to public service make her a compelling figure, and this event will undoubtedly leave you feeling energized and motivated.
Join the Young Democrats of Kane County for Lotería (Bingo)! A night of fun, games, pizza, and drinks as we kickoff our organization with a fundraiser!
A special thank you to Rep. Barbara Hernandez for hosting the event.
Tickets are $25 per person and include pizza, a drink ticket, and unlimited rounds of Lotería. **Space is limited, number of attendees will be capped, please purchase tickets early to ensure your spot!**
Tickets can be purchased here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/kcyd-loteria
Sponsorships Available:
- Supporters – $100
- Friends – $250
- Partners – $500
Checks can be mailed to 340 Cedar St, Aurora, IL 60506.
Please make checks payable to Young Democrats of Kane County.
Questions? Email Casey@KaneYoungDems.com
Interested in how this alternative voting system works and why it matters? Donna Limper, of the DuPage County Chapter of RepresentUs, will help us prepare for the possibility of a new era in voting!
More info at https://www.aurorapubliclibrary.org/event/9364131
Electronics Dropoff – Sponsored by Cherryl Strathmann and Vern Tepe
(2024 Kane County Board Candidates)
Saturday February 24 at 2 Locations
Have any old TVs, monitors, computers, or other ELECTRONIC DEVICES you’d like to get rid of??
WELL – We’ll take them off your hands! – AT NO COST
Drop Off Locations and Times
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM — 210 WING PARK BLVD
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM — SETTLERS PARK
PS: If you are unable to drop your electronics off, or they are too heavy, we will arrange to pick them up at your home. Just email VERNTEPE@GMAIL.COM and he will get it scheduled.
NOTE: Appliances are not accepted.
This is being done in conjunction with APLUS COMMUNICATIONS of Elgin, a technology recycling company.
If you are interested in supporting your county board, please attend a meeting on Monday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Kane County Dems office. 473 Dunham Road – Suite 102. Invite friends who may show interest in supporting this board.
I am writing to seek your help and support for our County Board. There is an active group of people attending the county monthly board meetings who are agitators and disrupters and are preventing the board from doing the governing of the county. These groups like, Moms for liberty, Three headed Eagle, Warriors among others want to keep government small and not spend money on any services EVER. They were successful in making enough noise to keep the board from voting for a badly needed tax levy for county services. They are winning the battle by just showing up! The county will run out of reserves in two years and will struggle to maintain the services we have come to expect in our beautiful community.
There are new concerns and issues that need addressing but this group of people are at every meeting to make sure not one dime is spent. There has not been any opposing perspectives from the public and the board is inclined to listen to the loudest voices. We would like to build a bench of volunteers to help support our county board members. What do we need from you?
If you or someone you know could:
- Attend meetings to be present and show support
- Make signs and hold them up during the meetings around various issues
- Sign up and speak during public comments
- Write letters to the board in support of various initiatives
- Post on Social Media/ Nextdoor App
The board and various subcommittees meet 4 or 5 times a month. The meetings are during the mornings/day so it requires individuals who have weekday flexibility.
We will hold a meeting of those interested in hearing more about what the County Board’s issues are and what they are proposing and strategies to support them ongoing.
Meeting scheduled for Monday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Kane County Dems office:
473 Dunham Road
Suite 102
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Contact Miki Powell for more information.
(Cell 630-408-4882)
Please join the DPI Team and seasoned election attorney Ed Mullen for a voter protection training. This training will cover what issues to pay attention to on Election Day and how you should report those issues, with an opportunity to ask any questions.
If you have any questions or concerns ahead of time, please contact our team at voterpro@ildems.com.
The Hampshire and Rutland Dems will be having our adopt-a-highway cleanup on Saturday, 4/6 at 9:00 AM. Below is the info and a registration form if you could please put it on the Kane Dems website. The meeting location will be sent out to anyone who signs up using the google form. Reflective vests and cleanup equipment will be provided. We will have an optional breakfast afterwards at Garden Berry Cafe in Hampshire.
Contact Ryan Hollister (ryan.hollister 26@gmail.com)or Phil Heil (philheil49@gmail.com)for details.
Save the dates for this important informational and free event sponsored by Kane County Democratic Women. Click on the links for more information about this forum.
Kane County Democratic Women “Women & Power Speakers Series” Hosts A Panel Discussion Entitled “Justice Partners: The Impact of Women on the Justice System.”
ST. CHARLES, March 15, 2024 – The Kane County Democratic Women (KCDW) will host a forum entitled “Justice Partners: The Impact of Women on the Justice System” on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Geneva Public Library, 227 S. 7th St., Geneva, IL. The purpose of the forum is to bring the community together to learn about the unique roles and perspectives that women bring to different roles in the justice system, obstacles and challenges (past and present) on the path to those positions, and implementation of changes to remove obstacles. The panel consists of a moderator and 4 speakers.
- Moderator: Judge Julio Valdez, Circuit Judge for the Kane County 16th Judicial District. Judge Valdez was honored in 2023 by the Judges Pro Bono Committee for giving a voice to the underrepresented in the community throughout his career as a lawyer and judge.
- Judge Sandra Parga, Kane County Associate Judge. Judge Parga practiced civil, criminal, and family law for 23 years before becoming an associate judge in the Juvenile Justice Court. Judge Parga is bilingual and serves on the Language Access and Judicial Education Committees.
- Dr. Alexandra Tsang, Psy.D., Chief Psychologist/Director, Kane County Diagnostic Center. Dr. Tsang has conducted numerous assessments for the courts, school districts, and police departments. She has also helped to establish programs for juveniles in detention.
- Jamie Mosser, Kane County State’s Attorney. Jamie has served as head of the Domestic Violence Unit where she prosecuted misdemeanor and felony crimes. She also worked in Drug Rehabilitative Court. In 2020, she was elected to the state’s attorney position.
- Amy Johnson, Undersheriff for the Kane County Sheriff’s Office. Amy has had many duties at the sheriff’s office, including investigator/detective, field training officer, and juvenile officer. She is a member of the Kane County Major Crimes Task Force as a crime scene investigator.
The forum is free and open to the public. Questions regarding the Women & Power Speaker Series or the Kane County Democratic Women can be sent to KCDW Chair, Carolyn Bird Salazar at chair@kcdwomen.com
ABOUT THE KANE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC WOMEN: The mission of the KCDW is to harness the political power of Democratic women to create positive social change through engagement, education, and empowerment. Meetings are open to the public and held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. They alternate between Oak Street Restaurant in North Aurora and Carmina’s Restaurant in Elgin.
Hi All;
It is Spring cleaning/Adopt a highway time for the Kane County Democrats. We will be doing our part to keep Kane county beautiful and litter free on Saturday April 27 at 9:00am.
Please meet me at 1707 Patricia Lane in St Charles. Doughnuts and coffee will await you as we prepare to clean our portion of Kirk Rd,
In an hour and a half we will have picked up the 1/1/2 miles of road we are responsible for. We separate into groups so each person’s walk is smaller portion of the task. Many hands make light work.
Please respond so I can prepare properly.
Steve Bruesewitz
630-254-8683
SteveBreeze@comcast.net
