Membership Meeting April 4th

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Democratic Women of Nevada County (DWNC)

Membership Meeting Minutes
April 4, 2026
Motto: “Inform, Empower and Encourage Women's Participation in the Political Process.”

Call to Order & Program

President Debbie called the meeting to order at 10:30 AM and introduced the guest speaker, Randy Swisley from the League of Women Voters.

• The presentation lasted approximately 45 minutes

• Issues and propositions were presented in a non-partisan manner

• Followed by a Q&A session

Break

A short break was taken at approximately 11:15 AM

Business Meeting

The meeting reconvened at 11:33 AM

Approval of March Minutes

• Motion to approve March membership minutes presented by President Debbie

• First: Adella

• Second: Marilyn

• Vote: Unanimous approval (all blue lanyard members standing)

• No dissent, no abstentions

Treasurer’s Report

Presented by Treasurer Sueann:

• Checking: $656.54

• Savings: $1,700.08

• Petty Cash: $92.71

• Total Balance: $2,449.33

• Motion to approve report

  • First: Patty

  • Second: Marilyn

  • Vote: Unanimous approval

  • No dissent, no abstentions

Presentations & Discussions

Grand Jury Overview

Presented by Kim Sturla

• Covered role, responsibilities, time commitments, and confidentiality

• Noted: 19-member arm of the Superior Court with current vacancies

• Followed by Q&A (~20 minutes total)

T-Shirt Discussion

• Board discussed new club T-shirts

• Alternative design suggested by Bob Mora (via Lily Marie) for a gentler message

Public Comment (Not on Agenda)

Bob Mora spoke on proposed NID water rate hikes:

• 12.5% annual increase, compounding to ~75% over five years

• Encouraged protest letters and coalition-building

• Highlighted impact on small farmers and retirees

Announcements

• Nevada County Democrats Headquarters Grand Opening

  • Date: Sunday, April 12

  • Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Location: 1200 E. Main Street, Suite C, Grass Valley

Communications & Marketing Update

Presented by Cricket (Proposed Operations Director) and Becki (Marketing Director)

• Updates on DWNC marketing, communications, website, and Facebook

• Introduction of Signal as a secure communication platform

Bylaws Amendments

Presented by Vice President Sushila

Key updates:

• “Club” renamed to DWNC for consistency

• Outline numbering corrected

• Endorsement section removed (for 501(c)(4) compliance)

• Officer eligibility language clarified and streamlined

• Motion to approve amendments

  • First: Mary

  • Second: Shanti

  • Vote: Unanimous

  • No dissent, no abstentions

Election: Operations Director

• Nominee: Cricket Noyes

• Motion made and seconded (names not recorded)

• Vote: Unanimous approval by all voting members

• No dissent, no abstentions

Member Recognition

• Featured Members of the Month:

  • Eva (absent)

  • Victoria (shared a personal presentation)

• Next Month’s Featured Members:

  • Mary and Eva

Scholarship Luncheon Update

Presented by Vice President Sushila

• Event Date: May 9

• Purpose: Honor youth and women leaders & raise funds for 2027 scholarship

• Catering supports Bright Futures for Youth (serving grades 6–12 and homeless youth under 25)

Key notes:

• Only 37 tickets remaining (purchase by April 25)

• Silent auction items still being accepted

• Donations can be delivered to Debbie (call 530-320-4878)

• Volunteers needed:

  • Dessert Dash donations (4 more needed)

  • Table hostesses

  • Clean-up crew

• Contact Sushila: 530-305-6045

Adjournment

Meeting adjourned by President Debbie at 12:30 PM

Submitted by:
Marlene Sharon, Secretary
Democratic Women of Nevada County

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