Oceanside Democratic Club

Oceanside Parks and Rec Commission Meeting
2024-03-12 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Oceanside City Hall, 300 N Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA, 92054, United States
The Parks and Recreation Commission considers and makes recommendations to the City Council on policies pertaining to the acquisition, development, operation and maintenance of City park facilities, beach facilities, community center facilities and golf course facilities, and shall advise in the planning of City recreation and leisure programs and special events.

MARCH 12 PARKS AND REC COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA

Oceanside Community Relations Commission Meeting
2024-03-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Oceanside City Hall, 300 N Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA, 92054, United States
Attending the Oceanside Community Relations Commission meetings is a vital opportunity for residents to actively participate in the promotion of equity and inclusivity within our community. These gatherings serve as forums where policies, programs, and services are evaluated, and recommendations are made to address issues of inequity and ensure equal access for all members of the Oceanside community. By engaging in these discussions, attendees play a crucial role in shaping the direction of our city, advocating for the needs of marginalized populations, and fostering a more just and equitable society for everyone. Through collective efforts and dialogue, the Community Relations Commission works towards building a more inclusive and supportive environment where every individual can thrive.

MARCH 5 COMMUNITY RELATIONS MEETING AGENDA

California Primary Election
2024-03-05 | CA
Voting in the California primary election on March 5, 2024, is a crucial opportunity for residents to exercise their democratic rights and shape the future of the state. As one of the earliest primary contests in the nation, California plays a significant role in determining the trajectory of national politics. By participating in this primary, voters can influence the selection of candidates for various offices, from local representatives to statewide officials. Additionally, the primary serves as a platform for Californians to voice their preferences on key issues and to support candidates whose values align with their own. Every vote cast in the primary election contributes to the democratic process and helps ensure that the voices of all citizens are heard. Therefore, it’s imperative for eligible voters to take part in this pivotal event and make their voices count on March 5, 2024.
If you haven’t voted yet, today is your last chance.
Get all your San Diego County voting information here: https://www.sdvote.com/

January General Meeting
2024-01-20 08:45 - 10:30 | Zoom
Our agenda for January 20th is below. Our mission this month are strategically critical endorsements.

Completed questionnaires and candidates statements were distributed on Jan 4. We hope you have had (or will have) an opportunity to review them before Saturday’s endorsement meeting.
We have scheduled endorsements for the following strategically critical races at our upcoming general meeting on Zoom Saturday, January 20th at 9:00am:
Oceanside City Council D4
Oceanside City Treasurer
Carlsbad City Council D2
With check-in and social time starting at 8:45. We expect this meeting to run about 90 minutes.
Register in advance for the meeting today. All are welcome, but only members in good standing (I.E. paid and meeting club requirements) will be able to vote.

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Here is the procedure we will be following:

Each candidate will be given two minutes to make the case for their endorsement.
2 questions will be gathered in writing during candidate statements from the audience and asked of all candidates for each position. Please submit your questions in the Zoom chat for consideration.
Candidates will be then be placed in a Zoom waiting room.
As many as 2 one minute comments from members will be allowed in support of each candidate and as many as 2 comments from members will be allowed against each candidate.
Voting will take place after all comments.
“No Endorsement”will always be an option for each position considered.
Endorsements will be made when a candidate achieves 60% of the vote.
The chair may rule that a candidate is endorsed by Unanimous Consent without a vote if there is no objection by a voting member.
Zoom voting will be done by Google Forms (link provided at voting time).

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Social Time – 8:45
Call to Order – 9:00 SHARP
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda for this meeting
Electeds, Candidates (not up for endorsement) and Announcements … 1-minute each
Ground rules for endorsement process
Oceanside City Council D4 Candidates
Oceanside City Treasurer Candidates
Carlsbad City Council D2 Candidates
Old Business
New Business
Adjournment; next meeting date February 17, 2024

The meeting will be held via Zoom.
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October General Meeting
2023-10-21 09:00 - 10:00 | CA
Our agenda for October 21is below. Our guest speaker this month is Chris Duncan.
San Clemente Mayor and State Assembly District 74 Candidate Chris Duncan will join us to speak about coastal erosion issues that impact all of us living along the water’s edge here in Southern California. Things like sand replenishment, sand retention, bluff failure, and landslides. If time allows he may also have an opportunity to touch on rail issues these erosion issues have caused that have negatively impacted our regional transportation infrastructure.
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Social Time – 8:45
Call to Order – 9:00 SHARP
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda for this meeting
Electeds and Guest Announcements and Statements
Presentation on Food Issues in North County
Old Business
New Business
Adjournment; next meeting date October 21, 2023

The meeting will be held via Zoom.
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Coastal Roots Farm Field Trip
2023-09-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Costal Roots Farm, 441 Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA, 92024, United States
The Oceanside Democratic Club and Oak Tree Democratic Club will co-host an exclusive private tour of Coastal Roots Farm on the Leichtag Foundation property in Encinitas. The tour is scheduled for Wednesday September 20 at 10:00am.
Coastal Roots Farm is a nonprofit Jewish community farm and education center practicing organic farming while sharing their harvest with those who lack food access. They also provide a unique farm-based education program. They foster inclusive spaces for people of all ages and backgrounds to come together to celebrate Jewish life and catalyze a healthier, more vibrant community and a more sustainable future for the region.
The tour will be led by Kesha Spoor, Coastal Roots Farm’s Director of Philanthropy, Program Strategy and Communications.
Kesha will also speak at the Oak Tree Democratic Club Meeting on Monday, September 18 at 6:30PM. For more information, please visit the Oak Tree Dems website at https://www.oaktreedems.org or on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/OakTreeDems.
Coastal Roots Farm operates with donations from the community and this exclusive tour is $10 per person.
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ODC General Meeting
2023-09-16 08:45 - 10:00 | CA
Our agenda for September 16 is below. Our guest speaker this month is Liz Murphy.
Liz Murphy is the chef and owner of Santosha Nutrition, a plant-based, zero-waste culinary business focusing on farm-to-table experiences and education. In 2021, Liz founded Sustainability is Sexy, a nonprofit focused on driving innovation within the San Diego community through connection and providing tangible education and solutions to the global climate crisis. Liz also works for Solana Center for Environmental Innovation as an environmental solutions lead, working with businesses and the community during the organics recycling rollouts throughout San Diego county.

Liz will give a short presentation on our local and global food system, food justice and ways we can participate in creating a circular food economy in our community. There will also be a Q&A portion after the presentation.
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This will be in advance of an upcoming private tour of Coastal Roots Farm in Encinitas.

Social Time – 8:45
Call to Order – 9:00 SHARP
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda for this meeting
Electeds and Guest Announcements and Statements
Presentation on Food Issues in North County
Old Business
New Business
Adjournment; next meeting date October 21, 2023

The meeting will be held via Zoom.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW
