Call to Order

President Brad Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm

Treasurer’s Report

The Treasurer was not able to attend the meeting and will submit his report at the next meeting.

Ward 8 Democratic Chair Endorsement

President Lewis explained the rules and process to the membership and candidates. Vice President Meadows moved to approve the rules of the day. The motion passed unanimously.

Presentation by Lafayette Barnes’ representative.

Mr. Barnes could not attend the Stein meeting due to a previous family event. He sent a letter to Stein, which was read to the membership on his behalf by his representative. The representative spoke about Mr. Barnes commitment to democratic principles and his involvement in electoral politics in the District.

Stein member Peter Share asked about Mr. Barnes position with respect to as resolution currently at the DSC that will allow the Stein Club to have two seats in the DSC. Representative said that Mr. Barnes would support such a resolution.

Vice President Meadows mentioned that Mr. Barnes contacted him to inform him he was not able to attend the
Stein member Phil Pannell talked about the underrepresentation of minorities (women, Latinos, GLBT) at the DSC as a long-term problem that needs to be solved. Mr. Barnes representative agreed with Mr. Panell.

Presentation by Eugene D. Kinlow

Mr. Kinlow addressed the fact that he has been actively involved in electoral politics in the District for a long time. He recognized the work Phil Panell has done to promote the representation of GLBT in the DSC, and pledged to support the current resolution presented by Panell at the DSC. He also spoke about voter registration, people participation in the electoral process, and crime and safety. When asked by meeting attendees as to weather he plans to run for the Ward 8 City Council position, he said he has no plans to run for the City Council. He also mentioned his support to the resolution at the DSC presented by Phil Panell answering a question from Peter Share.

Presentation by R. Joyce Scott

Mrs. Scott talked about citizen participation in electoral processes and mobilization of voters as essential aspects of running for Ward 8 Democrats. She also spoke about her interest in public safety, drug treatment and representation. In response to similar questions asked to previous presenters, she said that she has no plans to run for City Council and that she believes that the DSC can be improved as an organization by bringing more representation and talented people. She also talked about the need to continuously address homophobia and promote the inclusion of GLBT individuals.

After discussion among members and meeting attendees, the Stein Club endorsed Mr. Kinlow with 12 votes or 60 %. Mrs. Scott received 2 votes, Mr. Barnes 5 votes, and there was 1 no vote.

Peter Share moved that the Stein Club approves a donation of $100 to the endorsed candidate to support his campaign. The motion passed unanimously.

President Report

President Lewis talked about the fundraising event planned at the house of Board of Education President Peggy Cooper Cafritz. He said the event has been rescheduled for July 27 and that the Club is still looking for sponsors.

Unfinished Business

Peter Share, referring to the Office of GLBT Affairs, asked for a clarification as to a recent event in DC where (a panel discussion) under the sign of the Office of GLBT Affairs. He asked if there is such a formal office or a Commission on GLBT Affairs. According to the Director of Board and Commission, there is not a Commission on GLBT Affairs.

Phil Panell mentioned that the DSC’s Constitution and By-laws committee will be meeting on July 24 at 6:30 pm in which meeting they will address the resolution presented by Panell asking for 2 seats designated for the Stein Club. He then presented a motion to have the Stein Club send a letter as soon as possible to the DSC expressing support for the resolution. The letter should include a copy of the resolution. The letter should also be sent to all Stein members and encourage them to lobby the DSC in support of the resolution. The motion passed.

New Business

No new business reported

Announcements

No announcements reported.

Adjournment

Upon motion, the Stein Club voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 pm