The remaining reorganization meetings for the 2015-2016 term for the legislative district organizations of King County are scheduled as follows. Go here for proposed agenda and rules for these meetings. LD When Where 5th Wednesday, January 21, 2015 7:00PM King County Library Services Center 960 Newport Way NW Issaquah 11th Tuesday, January 20, 2015 7:00PM…
The organization meeting for the 2015-2016 term of the King County Democratic Central Committee will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2014, at IAM Machinists Hall (in South Park) 9125 15th Pl S, Seattle Call to order will be at 9:00 am (sign-in will open by 8:30am). This meeting is for PCOs elected in the August 2014…
The November LAC Meeting takes place Sunday 11/16 2:00-4:00 at the Northeast Branch Seattle Library, 6801 35th Ave NE, Seattle. Our program will be setting our priorities (subject to executive board approval) for the upcoming legislative session.
You are invited to join us for the “Spirit of King County” Volunteer Awards and Reception Saturday, November 8th, from 5:30 pm until 8:00 pm at the Washington Athletic Club. This is an evening not to be missed! Register NOW. Through sharing their time, talent, and treasure, our volunteers dedicate thousands of hours each year…
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