NEWS
Great Democrat BBQ on July 11!! We appreciated the attendence by candidates Karen Spilka, Mike Lake, Michael Chinman, Mike Morrissey, Joseph Driscoll , and staff reps for the Jim McGovern and Deval Patrick/Tim Murray campaign. Out-of-towners included Kate Donahue. Big Thanks to the Baronie family for a perfect afternoon!
Governor Michael Dukakis recently attended an Alliance meeting at the Restaurant 45. Democrats from several nearby towns and cities enjoyed meeting the Governor, and learning more about his ideas.
CANDIDATES BREAKFAST MAY 8: Alliance
Democrats were fortunate to have
several candidates join us for breakfast.
Tim Murray: Candidate for LT. Governor
Carolyn Dykema: Candidate for State Representative
Pam Richardson - State Representative
Deval Patrick was in Medway on Saturday, March 13 to canvas for nomination signatures. The weather kept us from canvassing but everyone appreciated meeting, talking, and listening to the Governor - we're very lucky he's on our side!
From top left: MDTC members, Paul Yorkis, State Senator Karen Spilka and Medway Selectman Andy Espinosa, Coffee Sensations owner - Lou, and Democratic Activist - Barbie Horowitz. Everyone was honored by the Governor's visit.
The Medway Caucus voted in the following registered voters for the June State Democratic Convention in Worcester: 3 men - Bob Ferrari, Jeff Trust, Paul Yorkis; 3 women: Barbie Horowitz, Maryanne Padien, Sue Rorke; 3 alternates - Cathy Baronie, Doug Havens and Matt Pacheco.
The Middlesex, Norfolk and Worcester Regional Democratic Alliance PAC is back in business. Paul Yorkis is a Medway rep, and the chairperson. If you would like to be added to the Alliance email list, let Paul know at pgyorkis@aol.com.
2009 Medway Pride Day was a success! Thank you to everyone who supported us by buying our "diet" sausage subs and soft drinks, and thanks to all the MDTC members who volunteered. Karen Spilka, State Senator, stopped by with her staff member, Michelle, and helped!
Shown is the grill with the expert chefs Ricky, Angelo and Linda, and with the grill supervisor, Ashley.
The Ashland Democratic Town Committee recently sponsored a Renewable Energy Presentation (and kindly allowed Medway residents to attend). The IBEW Local 103 and the Mass Technology Collaborative offered some interesting information about big projects and residential projects. Medway does not seem to be windy enough for wind power, but solar energy is another story. There has never been a better time to add solar panels to your home. Mass Tech Collaborative offers rebates, and there are substantial federal tax credits available. This helpful website also has online information and aids to step you through the process - from analysis to rebate. In addition, the new state Green Committees Act means that any unused solar power generated can be sold back to the electric company at market rates (net metering). Homeowners no longer need to have that added burden of storing and maintaining batteries. Plus, there are Massachusetts companies producing panels, so one can also buy local!
Jim McGovern spoke at the Ashland Inaugural Celebration. Read the article from Milford Daily News - and if you go online, you'll see a photo of Rafaela with Jim.
11/8/2008 - Medway Voting Results from wickedlocal.com
TOWN Turnout: 89%
STATE Turnout: 71%
STATE REP
Daniel Haley (R) 872 (Town) / 10756 (State)
Carolyn C. Dykema (D) 915 / 11,647
James E. Vallee (D) (unopposed) 3,649 (Town) / NA
STATE SENATE
Karen E. Spilka (D) 4,831 / NA
U.S. CONGRESS
James P. McGovern (D) 5,026 / NA
U.S. SENATE
John F. Kerry (D) 3,971 / 1,958,404
Jeffery K. Beatty (R) 2,702 / 922,409
Robert J. Underwood (L) 173 / 94,727
PRESIDENT
McCain/Palin (R) 3,122 / 1,104,003
Obama/Biden (D) 3,736 / 1,885,922
Eliminate the state personal income tax?
Yes - 2,490 / 902,240
No - 4,423/ 2,061,574
Replace the criminal penalties for possession of marijuana one ounce or less with civil penalties?
Yes - 4,733 / 1,937,927
No - 2,202 / 1,036,135
Prohibit dog races on which betting or wagering occurs?
Yes - 3,761 / 1,644,680
No - 2,858 / 1,282,268
MEETING MINUTES:
October 6, 2009 - MDTC meeting.
Caucus Minutes: January 31, 2009 - 6 delegates and 3 alternates were elected to attend the June 5 and 6 state convention. Carolyn Dykema brought us up-to-date on her activities, and the celebration brunch was a success.
December 4, 2008 - Discussion continued with ideas on how to build the membership base. January 31, 2009 was selected as the Medway Democratic Caucus date.
November 6, 2008 - Minutes include ideas on how to reinvigorate the MDTC.