May 16, 2010
Framingham Green
Attendance:
Tom Mahoney, Beverly Hugo, Sarah Micciche, Parwez Wahid, Norma Shulman, Pam Roberts, Elsa Aviza, Nandi Varris, Nancy Stenberg, Heidi Larson, Craig Bystrybsk, Linda Fields, George Clattenburg, Rebeca G. Breslin, Debrah Butler, Mike Fritz, Steve Joyce, Pam Richardson, Tom Sannicandro
Speaker:
Debra Butler, Attorney
-Democrat for years, now independent (to pursue Lobby position in DC)
-DVG, pins (David vs Goliath)
-Bring public voice to Legislative process
-Establish critical mass of online supporters
-Introducing Laws
-Law Students Research
-Rep. Ed Markey will introduce Butler’s bill to Cap ATM Fees
-Setting up a 501 C4, Looking for board members
-Film Crew/ Documentary/ Rough Mountain Studios
-Started Blogs (willwillwin.org, deardebra.com)
-Followed by homeland security
Business:
-Beverly Hugo Treasurer’s Report
-Alan Silver finance audit report was favorable; the FDTC financial records are in order
-Transfer of office from Elsa Aviza to Beverly Hugo said Elsa did a great job
-Treasurer said that those who haven’t paid membership fees would be hearing from her.
-Treasurer’s Report- Accepted
-Treasurer asked for information to change letterhead, etc.
Membership:
-Chairman Tom Mahoney said Rochelle Sivan resigned
-Another member also resigned, Chris Ross.
-Chair is expecting another resignation this week.
-New Members nominated, seconded and voted in, Linda Fields and P. Nandi Varris(nominated by Elsa Aviza)
-Pam Richardson suggested Adam F. for membership when another opening is available
New Officer:
-Nominated by Elsa Aviza, seconded and voted in, P. Nandi Varris, Secretary
FDTC Logo:
-Norma Shulman was nominated to create Logo however she did not agree to it and is too busy with Lake campaign and Census stuff right now to add anything else.
Yahoo Group:
-Norma Shulman talked about Yahoo Group set up and needing help.
Registrar of Voters:
-Town legally needs three names from FDTC as candidates for Registrar of Voters
-The only candidate was Linda Fields.
-Norma Shulman and Parwez Wahid nominated, seconded and voted in as candidates.
Recycling Project:
-Tom Mahoney “Bikes not Bombs” take bikes for $10
-Lots of ideas, Need volunteers
-Have it during Concerts on the Commons, Parking Lot, High School,
-Pam Roberts and Elsa Aviza on Bikes not Bombs Event Committee
-Norma Shulman: advertise on Framcom/Freecycle
Guest Speaker
-Nancy Stenberg, Democratic State Committee
-Seated by Senate District
-Look for 2MN
-Major Taylor Building Entrance
-Delegates should receive 2010 Convention Guide
-Presented Pilot Power Point Presentation for New Delegates
-Call 617-776-2676 help with disability issues
-Also if you haven’t received credentials by May 29th
Announcements:
-Norma Shulman, Mike Lake’s official regional Coordinator Metrowest/Central MA
-Governor Deval Patrick community meeting, Boxboro Holiday Inn on May 23rd.
Elected Officials Speak:
Rep. Tom Sannicandro:
-Budget: Framingham received, more money under chapter 70
-Up for Re-Election, along with Sen. Spilka and Rep. Richardson
Rep. Pam Richardson:
-Cori Reform, Events:Papa Ratsi, Monday Education Reform
-Major Bills, Education Reform and Bullying
NEXT MEETING:
Sunday June 13, 2010, 7:00 PM
Community Room, Framingham Green
136 Maynard Road, Framingham