Food Drive THE BOONE COUNTY DEMOCRAT. November Gather and Give November 13-17, 2017 hosted by the 3rd Ward Democratic Club

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1 BOONE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC November 2017 THE BOONE COUNTY DEMOCRAT The Boone County Democrat is a joint publication of the Boone Co. Muleskinners & Democratic Central Committee. In this issue: A Note from the County Chair, Darren Hellwege Muleskinners Annual Officer Election and Dues Special Thanks To These Volunteers... A Room with A View Forward, The Wendy Noren Room Food Drive November Democratic Headquarters 409 Vandiver Drive Building 5, Suite 104 Columbia, MO Gather and Give November 13-17, 2017 hosted by the 3rd Ward Democratic Club Tis the season to give thanks! Food barrels for the Food Bank of Central & Northeast Missouri will be available at the Boone County Democratic Headquarters from November See headquarter hours on page 5. Please bring non-perishables only and no glass containers. You may also give a monetary donation. Contact John Klocke, if you have questions, klockejc@gmail.com, If you require a printed newsletter, please call To be sure your is up to date, scottcristal@boonecountydems.net. Phone: BooneCountyDemocrats@gmail.com Office Hours: 10AM 4PM Monday Saturday 409 Vandiver Dr Building 5, Suite 104 Columbia MO PAID FOR BY BOONE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE, JENN HENDERSON, TREASURER

2 Notes from the Chair... As the weather turns cold, we're reminded that another year will soon be on us promises to be a big year for the Boone County Democratic Party, with many important campaigns before the November elections. Former Gov. Roger Wilson, Wendy Noren, Darren Hellwege and Lisa Finn at the dedication of the Wendy Noren Room for Democratic Candidates. Much of the focus will be on our state's US senate race, and a statewide campaign for auditor. But there will be a lot of other campaigns that deserve our attention and our hard work. When we had our event honoring Wendy Noren on Oct. 27th, we saw two sterling examples of why our Boone County office-holders are so valuable, and why helping elect Democrats to those offices is so crucial. The first, of course, is Wendy herself. She's served the party, and all the citizens of Boone County, with professionalism and excellence as county clerk for many years. Our vital right to vote, and to trust the integrity of our election process, was in great hands for many years with Wendy and her staff. But we saw another reason why these offices are significant in one of our guest speakers, former Missouri Governor Roger Wilson. Roger's first office was that of Boone County collector, and he then went on to serve in the state senate, as lieutenant governor and as governor. What those of us fond of sports clichés call "bench strength" is demonstrated in great leaders who started in county government and went on to serve in higher office. We will see two further examples in next year's election. US Senator Claire McCaskill was Jackson County prosecutor before running for state auditor. And our current state auditor, Nicole Galloway, was previously Boone County treasurer. This newsletter will reach most of you in November. On November 6th, it will be T-minus 365 days until the 2018 election. Let's get ready for a successful election next year, including electing Democrats to our Boone County government. And let's always keep Wendy as the finest example of public service and dedication to the people of Boone County. Darren Hellwege, Chair Boone County Democratic Party 2

3 Support the Democratic social network in Boone County and keep Democrats informed and engaged in political dialogue throughout the year. MULESKINNERS ANNUAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND 2018 DUES The purposes of Muleskinners include supporting Democratic Party candidates, disseminating information to members and the public by hosting forums that provide accurate information related to government, and providing a forum for reasoned debate of issues. This coming year, we will be hosting several candidate forums. We often have press in attendance which publish articles in the Tribune and Missourian. Membership is defined by payment of dues which are on a calendar year basis. Dues for 2018 membership will start being collected in November. We encourage you to join both the Boone County Democratic party and Muleskinners by selecting the Joint option on the dues form. Your membership in Muleskinners supports the free luncheons provided our speakers and the use of the space at the Country Club of Missouri. See the last page for the membership form. Officers for 2018 will be elected on November 17, usually by voice vote. Those who have paid their 2017 or 2018 Muleskinners dues before the election can vote. A nomination committee has proposed a slate, but other nominations may be made from the floor, in which case voting is by ballot. The proposed slate is as follows: Co-Presidents: Mahree Skala & Leslie Clay 1st Vice President for Programming: Chimene Schwach 2nd Vice President for Programming: Wiley Miller Vice President for Membership: Jade Govero Vice President for Publicity: Scott Cristal Secretary/historian: Mary Jo Herde and Al Tacker Co-Treasurers: Jeanne Sebaugh and Pam Springsteel Speakers Schedule Muleskinners meet every Friday at Noon at the Columbia Country Club Nov 3: Sheriff Carey to answer your questions Nov. 10: Helene Tatum, Immigration lawyer Nov. 17: Wes Shoemyer, Status of farming Nov. 24: Thanksgiving Holiday, no speaker, Have a wonderful holiday! Dec. 1: Pending Dec. 8: Roger Wilson Dec. 15: Stephen Webber, MO Democratic Party Chair, the state of the Party Dec No meetings, enjoy the holidays! Special thanks to Bill Clark for years of great programing! Frequently Asked Questions about Muleskinners When do Muleskinners meet? Muleskinners meet Fridays at noon at the Columbia Country Club off Old Rt. 63 North at 2210 North Country Club Drive. Are there food and drinks? An optional lunch buffet is available for purchase starting at 11:30 am. A coffee and tea option is also available to purchase. I m not a Muleskinner, can I still come? YES! The program is free and the public is welcome and encouraged to attend! 3

4 Special thanks to these volunteers... Thanks to Gabrielle Mendoza, who spent countless hours, cleaning, organizing, seeking donations and setting up the Wendy Noren Room! November Happenings For more November events, connect to the events calendar at THU 9 THU 9 Missouri Women s Leadership Coalition Support Progressive Women Candidates Running in 2018 Thu, November PM Home of Mary Stegmaier 111 S. Glenwood, Columbia, MO Central Committee Meeting Thu, November PM Roger Wilson Boone Co. Gov Center 801 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO Thanks to Patrick Griffiths, Libby Hampel and Emily Gustafson for their sweet contributions to the Wendy Noren Room Reception! Congratulations! Circuit Judge Jeff Harris was inducted into the Columbia Public Schools Foundation Outstanding Alumni Hall of Leaders on October 17. Judge Harris is a graduate of Hickman High School and attended Jefferson Junior High School. He received his J.D. from Cornell Law School and his B.A., magna cum laude, from Vanderbilt University. He represented Columbia in the Missouri House of Representatives and served as the House Democratic Leader. He also served as the Policy Director for Governor Jay Nixon. 4

5 A Room With A View Forward On a chilly Friday night, over 50 people honored longtime Boone County Clerk Wendy Noren and her 35 years of service with the dedication of the Wendy Noren Room for Democratic Candidates at the Boone County Democratic Headquarters. Chair Darren Hellwege presided over the reception saying, Our county has given its trust to Democratic leaders like Wendy Noren for many years, and we ve seen outstanding work in these important jobs as a result. The Wendy Noren Room will be a place for the next generation of leaders dedicated to the people of Boone County a place to base their campaigns, and to draw inspiration from Wendy. Another Democratic leader who attended to honor Wendy was former Governor Roger Wilson, who spoke of Wendy s contributions to democrocay locally and across the world. Newly elected to the Boone County Democratic Central Committee (Cedar Township) Lisa Finn, read a statement from sister, Senator Claire McCaskill who said of Wendy, Humble, hard-working, friendly and fair, she has been a role model to so many, even when she didn t realize it. Wendy reminisced and talked about her experiences from when the Constitutional amendment changed the voting age so she could vote at 18 to running in the primaries at 27. Recruiting and empowering women to run for office was something she was always proud of. She thanked her brother and mother who both attended. Wendy donated a VOTE wood block print to the room. Designed to serve as a central hub of operations for local, state, and federal Democratic candidates in Boone County, the room will serve as a permanent reminder of Noren s distinguished service, loyalty and devotion to the ideals of both Boone County and the Democratic Party. Two photos from the Columbia Missourian are the center pieces of the room. One from Wendy s appointment to the position in 1979 and the other from her campaign in The Wendy Noren Room is available to any Democratic hopeful and provides desktop work space, storage, office supplies and printing access. Current maps of the legislative districts, election calendars and a list of open seats will also be available. 5

6 Get Involved! Join a Strategic Planning Committee Your voice can make a difference for the work of these subcommittees. You are welcome to attend and take part in subcommittee meetings. Current meetings and information about the Strategic Plan process, committees and meetings will be posted to the Boone County Dems website. Communications/Operations Subcommittee Chair, Karen Sicheneder Team members: Mark Ort, Lyra Noce Rural Voter Participation Subcommittee Chair, Darren Hellwege Team members: Diane Suhler, Harry Feirman, Carol Bedigie, Lyra Noce, Margaret Booker Local Party Organization Subcommittee Chair, Bob Nolte Team members: Blake Willoughby, Lyra Noce, Deborah Finley, Michela Skelton Get Involved! Staff Headquarters Located at 409 Vandiver Dr, Building 5, Suite 104, in Columbia, the Boone County Democratic Headquarters always has tasks to be done. The office is open from 10 am 4 pm, Monday Friday. Volunteer shifts are 10 am - 1 pm and 1 pm - 4 pm. What do you do at headquarters? Help people register to vote Provide information about upcoming elections Clean and organize the office for meetings or events Contact the Headquarters Volunteer Coordinator, David Robinson, or drobinso@ truman.edu. Fundraising Subcommittee Chair, Scott Cristal Team members: Marilou Oliver, Jennifer Henderson, Greg Ahrens, Kathleen Weinschenk Organizations and Volunteer Outreach Subcommittee Chair, Emily Gustafson Team members: Julia Bonham, Rebecca Shaw, Margaret Booker Equity and Inclusion Subcommittee Chair, Tory Kassabaum Team members: Pam Short Voter Registration/GOTV Subcommittee Chair, VACANT Team members: Eva Petakovic, Jessica Calder, Drew Harter, Dave Raithel, Bob Nolte Event Coordination Subcommittee Chair, John Klocke Team members: Adrian Plank, Robert Schreiber, Lyra Noce, Patrick Griffiths For more information, contact Boone County Democratic Central Committee Secretary, Tom Pauley, , pauleyconsulting@centurytel.net. 6 Volunteer at an Upcoming Event If you re interested in volunteering at an upcoming event like the annual chili supper contact Emily Gustafson, emilyl.gustafson@gmail.com.

7 Get Involved! Join the Central Committee! Lisa Finn of Hartsburg was nominated and elected by the Central Committee and is the newest committeewoman, representing Cedar Township. Welcome, Lisa! The following people represent the Democratic Party in Boone County. Darren Hellwege - Chair Julia Bonham - Vice Chair Thomas Pauley - Secretary Robert Schreiber Columbia Ward 1 Committeeman John G Clark Precinct 1A Committeeman Laura Mikytuck Precinct 1C Committeewoman Jade Govero Columbia Ward 1 Committeewoman Eva Petakovic Precinct 1LCommitteewoman Elke Boyd Columbia Ward 2 Committeewoman Be a part of this grassroots effort to make a difference in Boone County, Missouri and in our country! Together we can make changes for the better! This summer, the Central Committee expanded so that more people can have a direct say in the future of Boone County politics. In the past, each ward and township in the county got to send two people - one man and one woman - to the Central Committee. Now each precinct in the county has the same capacity for representation! And we want your involvement! Here s what to do: Go to the Boone County Clerk s voting records page: clerk and type in your name to find out which precinct you re in. us at BooneCountyDemocrats@ gmail.com and indicate your interest and your precinct! It s as simple as that! From there we ll follow up with you on the details. John Klocke Precinct 3A Committeeman Greg Ahrens Columbia Ward 3 Committeeman Kathleen Weinschenk Columbia Ward 3 Committeewoman Scott Cristal Precinct 3D Committeeman Pam Short Precinct 3E Committeewoman Deborah Finley Precinct 3H Committeewoman Bob Nolte Precinct 4A Committeeman Kate Canterbury Precinct 4D Committeewoman Julia Bonham Columbia Ward 4 Committeewoman Darren Hellwege Columbia Ward 4 Committeeman Emily Gustafson Precinct 4F Committeewoman Jessica Caldera Precinct 4G Committeewoman Jason Tyler Precinct 4M Committeeman Lydia Redding Precinct 4N Committeewoman Rebecca Shaw Precinct 5H Committeewoman Carol Bedigie Precinct 6C Committeewoman Diane Suhler Columbia Ward 6 Committeewoman Nancy Morris Bourbon Township Committeewoman Harry Feirman Perche Township Committeeman Katherine Corey Perche Township Committeewoman John Gaddy Missouri Township Committeeman Heather Gaddy Missouri Township Committeewoman Mackenzie Everett-Kennedy Precinct 24 Committeewoman Michela Skelton-Birk Rockbridge Township Committeewoman Lyra Noce Three Creeks Township Committeewoman Adrian Plank Katy Township Committeeman Tom Pauley Hallsville Ward 1 Committeeman Sheila Plummer Rocky Fork Township Committeewoman Heather Mulligan Precinct 43 Committeewoman 7

8 What does my membership really mean? Your membership is crucial! It keeps a Democratic presence in Boone County year-round by paying for rent and utilities in the Democratic Headquarters in Columbia. Your membership also allows the Party to make contributions to Democratic candidates. Become a member or make recurring donations online at If you have questions about your membership card, contact Jade Govero, jadegovero@gmail.com. We always accept cash or check! Return your paper membership form through mail or drop off at the Boone County Democratic Headquarters at 409 Vandiver, Building 5, Suite 104 in Columbia. If you have questions, please call headquarters at or BooneCountyDemocrats@gmail.com. DONATE / RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP NOW FOR 2018 The Boone County Democratic Party is a full-time, year-in, year-out, year-round organization that means we need your continued involvement. Please renew your membership for 2018 Your annual membership helps to provide the resources necessary. NOW with a joint option to pay both the Party and Muleskinners dues with one check. Name: City: Address: Zip: Phone Number: Date: Required for Donations over $100: Occupation Employer We Add keep me our to members the and listserv donors [ ] informed (notifies by you . of all No upcoming thanks [ ] events) I prefer to read my monthly newsletter: Send [ ] Online me the [ ] Printed newsletter and mailed By mail [ ] By You may use ActBlue for one-time or ongoing monthly contributions online. Go to: Then click on Contribute & select the Membership Fund. And, send us this completed form so we know how to direct your donation. Paid By: Check Cash or ActBlue (one time, monthly ) Please Circle Your Membership Level Membership Level: Individual Household BCDP M Skinners Joint BCDP M Skinners Joint Only Only Only Only Populist Member $40 $25 $65/yr $75 $45 $120/yr Supporting Member $80 $25 $105/yr $150 $45 $195/yr Sustaining Member $130 $25 $155/yr $240 $45 $285/yr 8 Building Member $255 $ 25 $280/yr $475 $45 $520/yr Student $ 10 Please Make Checks Payable to BCDP & Mail to: Boone County Democrats, P.O. Box 1294, Columbia, MO 65205