Ventura County Democratic Party

Welcome

Welcome to the official website for the Democratic Party of Ventura County. As Democrats, we are dedicated to making people’s lives better. Our vision is to restore an effective and efficient government that will respect your rights, count your votes, rebuild the economy, and restore accountability. Browse this site and get involved! We’re glad you found us, now we need you to JOIN us.

2010 Primary Election Results for Democratic Candidates and Propositions.

Click here and scroll down to view the results of the primary election on June 8, 2010 for Democrats throughout the State of California and the Propositions.

The Ventura County Democratic Central Committee held their regular reorganization meeting Tuesday night in the new party campaign headquarters in Camarillo.  The first order of business was the swearing in of new members elected in the June primary.  The swearing in ceremony was conducted by 3rd District Supervisor Kathy Long.

Outgoing Chair, Brian Leshon of Ventura, spoke about the need for party unity and the importance of having a centralized party headquarters in the county.  He recounted the party’s accomplishments during his tenure, citing the adoption of new bylaws and standing rules, improved member communication, record-setting fund raising and candidate support, and the creation of a centralized party campaign headquarters.

Richard Carter, a quality manager and long-term care ombudsman from Simi Valley, was elected Chair of the party.  The Chair presides at meetings, is the party spokesperson, and oversees the the duties of the officers and committees.  Emerging technologies and political research consultant David Atkins of Ventura, was chosen for the 1st Vice Chair post.  The First Vice Chair oversees the Communications, Field Operations, and Endorsements subcommittees. 

Sandy Emberland, a software trainer from Thousand Oaks, was elected 2nd Vice Chair.  This position oversees financial review, fund raising and events.  Ventura community volunteer Marie Lakin was elected Secretary and the new Treasurer is Pete Brinkman, a mortgage banker Simi Valley.

The new leadership team, beginning a two-year term, is charged with being the voice of the Democratic Party in Ventura County, electing Democrats, and upholding democratic principles.  New chair Carter has said that his election will automatically bring unions back to the table with the party.  His personal goals are to lend more support to the various Democratic clubs in Ventura County, encourage more diversity in the party, and unify the various interests and factions.

The party will kick off the November general election campaign this Saturday night from 6-8pm at the new headquarters in Camarillo.

The Ventura County Democratic Party is opening an 1,800 square foot office on Saturday, July 31st, 2010 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 1760 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93010. We will hold a party and fundraiser that evening with a no-host bar and appetizers, and there will be a chance drawing (raffle) for a great prize. The party is free-of-charge, though the public is encourage to make donations at Act Blue or VenturaCountyDemocrats.com.

John Chiang, Controller of the State of California, will be our honored guest along with candidates for the November election and other elected officials from around the county.

The new office will be used to support democratic candidates and causes of interest to Democrats. Phone banking will be done weekly in the location and canvassing efforts will be coordinated from the office. The party will hold meetings, seminars, and activist and leadership training programs in the office and county-wide clubs will also meet in the space including Stonewall and Young Democrats. Major voter registration efforts will be organized there as well. New clubs will be formed in the county and run from the office including Latino-Chicano, African American, Business Owners and Singles.

Come join the Ventura County Democratic Party celebrating the opening of our new office.

Members of the Ventura County Democratic Party protested near the Thousand Oaks office of Congressman Elton Gallegly Thursday.  They denounced his position against extending benefits for unemployed people.  Their position is that unemployment checks will stimulate the economy more than the tax cuts for the wealthy, which Gallegly supports.  Photo by David Yamamoto of the Ventura County Star.

Please join us Sunday, September 26, 2010, 5 PM to 8 PM in the garden at the home of Jay Kapitz in Oak Park. 

We are presenting awards to and mingling with our excellent local and statewide elected officials.  We are also featuring our candidates for Congress, statewide and local offices. 

Enjoy live music & fabulous silent auction items. Cost includes catered dinner, dessert and beverages including wine and beer.  Lower cost is for payment before September 1.   Individuals: $35/$40; Seniors: $30/$35; Students: $20/$25. 

Golden Oak Sponsor – $250
Silver Oak Sponsor – $100

Sponsorships include dinner and notices in future invitiations and announcements.

Special rates available for special needs or limited means.  Call for info.   

We will be using the proceeds from this event to finance our precinct operations, newsletters & website which will benefit all Democratic candidates and issues. 

Pay by mail at:  DCCV, Box 4421, Thousand Oaks, CA  91359
91359. 

Pay by credit card - http://www.actblue.com/page/garden2010 

RSVP: info@conejodemocrats.com or 818-889-1039.  Please RSVP even if you mailed your check or sign up by credit card link.

SUNDAY, July 25th, 2010 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Ferial Masry will update the voters on the current issues that she will address once she becomes the representative for the 37th Assembly District. Purple ribbons, Refreshments. Live Entertainment!

Mariam Humeid, hostess: 32378 Lake Pleasant Drive, Westlake Village, CA 91361