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Well, here I am again. At the last regular SNRW meeting, I was voted in as President Pro Tem until such time as either President Shari James or Acting President/1st Vice President Jill Di-mock is able to resume the presidency. I am honored to once again serve as your president on a temporary basis. I am pleased that Sharla Hales has agreed to step into the Vice President-Program position. She has already done a marvelous job in selecting speakers for our next meetings.
We had a great meeting in May, with candidates for Assembly District 39, Robin Reedy and incumbent Jim Wheeler, fielding questions prepared by the Board. The questions were:
What do you think the biggest issues facing the �evada legislature will be in the next
session?
What factors will you consider in decision-making? What role should constituent opinion
play? How will you determine what constituent opinion is?
What is your position on new taxes? What is your position on the "no new tax" pledge?
What are your personal priorities to accomplish in the next legislative session?
How is your campaign being funded?
This was followed by questions from the floor. Following the above scheduled presentation, and after some regular business before the membership, other candidates were invited to introduce themselves and tell about their campaign. We are so fortunate to have so many candidates attend our meetings, so we can be truly informed voters..
Don't forget, early voting starts May 24th. Date, time and location are located on the front page of your Sample Ballot. The Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 10th (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.). Although the Office of the Secretary of State has indicated that there will be a low turnout, let's prove him wrong. Get your friends and neighbors to go out and vote, offer a ride to someone who might not be able to get to the poll. Vote right, vote red, and vote often (ooops! wrong party)
Nancy Jarvis
President Pro Tem
June Issue
President’s
Corner
Minutes
General Meeting of Sierra Republican Women
Tahoe Ridge Winery
May 14, 2014
Meeting called to order by President Pro Tem %ancy Jarvis
Invocation by Chaplain Pat Smith
Pledge of Allegiance led by Gary Thompson
Introductions—Special guests recognized by %ancy Jarvis
State Assembly, Jim Wheeler DCRCC Vice Chair Mary Porter County Assessor, Doug Sonnemann University Board of Regent Ron Knecht School Board Trustee, Sharla Hales Candidates for the following offices were recognized Assembly District 39- Robin Reedy, Jim Wheeler State Controller-Barry Herr , Ron Knecht County Sheriff-Dave Brady Business:
Thank you to Nancy Jarvis who is taking over as President Pro Tem until Acting President Jill Dimock can return. Jill will be out of state for at least the next two months. At the Executive Committee meeting held on March 4th, each officer was polled and declined to step into the presidency. The Board selected Nancy Jarvis, Past President, to serve as President Pro Tem until Jill or Shari is able to resume the position. On behalf of the Executive Committee of the Board, the fol-lowing motion was made by Jan Muzzy. MSC that Nancy Jarvis be elected President Pro Tem for the period of time until Acting President Jill Dimock or President Shari James is able to return to the presidency. It was also noted that with Jill on leave, Sharla Hales was appointed Acting 1st VP, responsible for Program. Program The guest speakers, Robin Reedy and Jim Wheeler, Candidates for Assembly District 39, were introduced by Acting 1st Vice President Sharla Hales. A very informative question and answer forum was then presented. Club Business Approval of the April Minutes - they stand approved and will be filed for record. Treasurer's report was presented and approved and will be filed for record. Membership: Nancy Brisack asked for members to verify his/her address for the new roster. DCRCC: Mary Porter again asked for volunteers to staff headquarters President's comments: It is necessary for members to RSVP for the meeting and luncheon as space is limited and we need to know the number of who will attend. President Nancy reported that Joyce Richardson has volunteered to chair the St. Patrick's dinner and will represent the Ways and Means position. Joyce asked for volunteers for the St. Patrick's dinner. Meeting adjourned at 1:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Calvert, Recording Secretary
Robin Reedy, Candidate Assembly 39 Jim Wheeler, Candidate Assembly 39
David Brady, Candidate for Sheriff
Ron Knecht, Candidate for Controller Barry Herr, Candidate for Controller
May 14th S%RW Meeting
Speakers: Robin Reedy and Jim
Wheeler
YUM YUM
April 26th was a day my husband Jack and I were looking forward to and one we will always remember. The reason was that at the SNRW’s St. Patrick’s Day dinner, we had won the bid for a dinner with Ron Knecht and his family, cooked by Ron and his lovely wife Kathy, and Ron and I had agreed on this date for the meal. When Ron told me it was a dinner for four, we asked Nancy and Phil Brisack to be our guests.
It is difficult to put into words a dining experience as pleasant and satisfying to our palates as this one. The menu included Ron-grilled filet mignon with béarnaise sauce, Kathy’s special green salad with “secret” blue cheese dressing, delicious rice with water chestnuts, and cherry cobbler for dessert.
Particularly enjoyable was our varied conversation which included Ron’s political views and diversified profes-sional background, Phil’s semi-sesquicentennial (75th) birthday that very day, and some of Jack’s Navy career experiences. It was also delightful to talk with Kathy, 12-year-old Karyn Knecht and Kathy’s mother Christina.
We were so interested in one another that we remained at the Knecht home much later than anticipated. Our camaraderie was amazing as the evening literally “flew” by. We certainly want to thank Ron and Kathy for their graciousness and willingness to share their home with us. We hope they will continue the dinner as an SNRW tradition so more members will have the opportunity to know the Knecht family on a more personal level.
Joyce Richardson
UPCOMING FLAG FLYING DAYS
Monday, May 26th—Memorial Day (half staff until noon)
Tuesday, June 10—Primary Voting
Saturday, June 14 Flag Day
Sunday, June 15th Father’s Day
Of course it is appropriate to fly your flag proudly every
day.
SNRW HOLDS CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION AT MINDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
On May 19, 2014 members of the SNRW Constitution Committee joined fifth graders at Minden Elementary
School, along with their teachers, to hold a Constitutional Convention. This is the third time that such a
convention, organized by our committee, has been held at this campus.
All of the students, teachers and committee members placed themselves in 1787 Philadelphia. The stu-
dents were divided into the twelve state delegations that had come to Philadelphia for our first Constitu-
tional Convention.
“Special appearances” were made by Delegate George Mason from Virginia (otherwise known as Marie
Schnock), James Madison, also a Virginia delegate, (looking a lot like Lynn Muzzy) and Daniel Carroll of
Maryland (probably Mary Porter). Gold Star Mother, Sally Wiley also attended. Sally has been a delegate
at just about all of our Conventions, and her presence makes the point that the sacrifice some, such as her
son, Sean, have given so much in the defense and protection of our Constitution.
Chief Delegate, Commissioner Barry Penzel, instructed the delegates that they were to search the pocket
Constitutions that had been distributed and answer the question posed to each delegation. After their
searches were completed, the secretary for each delegation reported the answer to the entire convention.
Barry also passed around a parchment copy of the Bill of Rights for the students to see.
The students at Minden Elementary School were interested and polite. A few stopped us to say thank you
at the conclusion of the event. Their parents, and teachers, can be proud of the children they are raising.
Sally, Marie, Lynn, Barry and Mary are happy to share their recollections of the Convention with SNRW
Members. A few photos are presented with this article.
Constitutional Convention at Minden Elementary School
Recommended Reading
The Constitution Committee has made a number of book recommendations since its initiation a few years ago.
Committee members are continually on the lookout for suggestions. Please do not fail to bring a book recom-
mendation to our attention.
This month your attention is directed to Non-Negotiable, Essential Principles of a Just Society and Human Cul-
ture, by Shelia Liaugminas, Ignatius Press, 2014. The author addresses the question of how it is determined
that a law is just or unjust at a time when laws affecting marriage, euthanasia, abortion and conscience protec-
tion are challenged and changing. She examines the influence of our nation’s founding documents that cur-
rently are under some scrutiny and even attack.
The well-written book can be said to be directed to religious audiences only, but it deserves a larger reader-
ship. One may not agree with some or all of the author’s analyses and conclusions. However, the issues
raised are food for thought, discussion and debate.
The Constitution Committee
Special Dates to Remember May 24 Early Voting for the Primary May 26 Memorial Day (formerly Decoration Day) Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May. It commemorates all men and women who have died in military service for the United States. June 6 70th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy (June 6, 1944) June 10 Primary Election Day June 14 Flag Day People across the United States celebrate on June 14 each year to honor the US flag and to commemorate the flag’s adoption. On the same day, the United States Army celebrates its birthday. June 15 Father’s Day June 21 1st day of summer S%RW Dates to Remember June 11 SNRW Luncheon—Speakers: Candidates for Sheriff July 9 SNRW Luncheon—Waiting for confirmation of speaker August 13 SNRW Luncheon—Supreme Court Justice Hardesty will speak regarding appellate court ballot question September 12 S%RW Annual Commemorative 9/11 Dinner at CVI
On the evening of May 20 Republican Lieutenant Governor Candidates, Mark
Hutchison and Sue Lowden stopped in Douglas County for their final pre-election
face-off. In a question and answer session that was part of the Candidate Forum
at CVIC organized by our Republican Central Committee, they addressed
unfunded pensions in the public sector, ownership of public lands, Sunset taxes,
Common Core, Obamacare and attracting business to our state.
Republican Assembly District 39 Candidate, Robin Reedy, an SNRW member,
and Incumbent Assemblyman, Jim Wheeler, an SNRW associate, fielded
questions about Nevada’s Land Management Task Force, bringing business to
Nevada, cutting back state programs, Sunset taxes, Obamacare and same-day
voter registration. State Senator James Settelmeyer, another SNRW associate,
spoke to the audience briefly. He is unopposed for re-election.
Candidates for Douglas County Sheriff, Dave Brady, Michael Gyll and incumbent
Sheriff Ron Pierini were the final candidates to answer questions. They were
asked about the organization of the department, equipment required, efforts to
stop illegal drug traffic and the department’s role in dealing with illegal
immigration.
The Moderator, Jerry Evans, owner of The Evans Broadcasting Company, Inc.,
laid out the ground rules and posed questions to all of the candidates. These
questions were selected from those offered by individuals before and at the
forum. Candidates had not seen the questions in advance.
Forum attendees had the opportunity to meet the candidates. They also voted for
three candidates in a 2016 Presidential Straw Poll. Winners in the order of
finish were Dr. Ben Carson, Governor Scott Walker and Senator Ted Cruz.
Senator Rand Paul finished a close fourth.
DCRCC’s Candidate Forum was sufficiently newsworthy to have been the lead
story on that evening’s Channel 2 Eleven O’clock News. The forum would not
have been nearly as successful without the hard work of forum committee co-
chairs, Richard Schwabe and Nicholas Maier, and the volunteer efforts of SNRW
members and associate members, Jerri and Bob Bolinger, Jan and Lynn Muzzy,
Marie and Carl Schnock and of course, DCRCC Chair Marco Caldana, who is an
SNRW associate member.
DCRCC CA%DIDATE FORUM
State Senator Dan Gustavson recently posted the following on his website concerning a
petition that is being circulated to require proof of identification when casting a vote. This
is of crucial interest as you will see when you read his message:
“Most states now require proof of identification when casting a vote. Sadly, Nevada is not yet in that camp. The Nevada Legislature has failed to take any rational steps to protect the most decisive part of our democratic process. WE THE PEOPLE MUST ACT NOW TO PROTECT THE INTEGRITY OF NEVADA'S ELECTIONS! The ACLU's recent attempt to deny voter identification requirements in Nevada have failed and a Nevada Judge has cleared the path to let the Citizens decide. Nevadan's must move quickly to get this measure on the upcoming November ballot! We must act swiftly to qualify this measure well in advanced before the upcoming November Election. Our deadline to collect signatures to qualify is June 12th. If everybody receiving this email collects a minimum of 20 signatures, we could qualify this to be placed the Nov. 2014 ballot. We cannot do it without you! Please help us get the required signatures now by going to my website to download the petition & instruction guide. Public confidence regarding fairness & integrity at the ballot box is at an all time low. This is why a large majority of Americans demanded Voter ID laws in their state. Nevada deserves the same assurance as other states to guarantee that our ballot box is also safeguarded. Time is of essence! The deadline is fast approaching! Download the petition & instruction guide now and remember to return your forms BEFORE June 12th! Please do not hesitate to call me at 775-972-0229 if you have any questions.
Until then, yours in Victory!
Don Gustavson, Nevada State Senate P.O. Box 51601 Sparks, NV 89435 www.DonGustavson.com “ These petitions will be available for you to sign at our June 11 meeting. However, if you
have the time you might down load a petition and instructions, and circulate it among your
friends and neighbors in our County.
Sign the Petition to Require Proof of Identification When Casting a Vote
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S%RW COMMITTEE—CHAIR/MEMBERS
Achievement Award: Pat Smith, Mary Porter Advertising: %ancy Jarvis Advisory: Past Presidents Americanism: Sharon O'Berg Budget & Finance: Jan Muzzy, Pam Sturlin, Executive Board Members
Bylaws: Robin Reedy Caring for America: Sally Wiley Chaplain: Pat Smith, Marie Schnock Constitution/Education: Mary Porter, Marie Schnock, Nancy McDermid, Lynn Muzzy, Robin Reedy, Barry Penzel, Denise Beronio
Entrepreneur Award: Jan Muzzy
Historian: VACANT
Hot Line: Pat Smith Legislative Committee: Sharla Hales, Mary Porter Literacy: Linda Ruisi Membership: %ancy Brisack, Claudia Broquist Newsletter: %ancy Jarvis
Nominating—Donna Schehl
Parliamentarian: Kathryn Zagorski Photographer: Doris Chargin Program: Jill Dimock, Sharla Hales Publicity/PR: Jill Dimock Protocol: Claudi Broquist Roster: %ancy Brisack/Jan Muzzy
Special Events: Pam Sturlin, Board Sunshine: Rita Hill VA/Military: Sally Wiley Ways & Means: Joyce Richardson Website: Rita Hill, Pat Smith Youth: Sharla, Hales
• Mandated in Bylaws ** Mandated in Standing Rules Note: President is Ex Officio (voting) member of all committees (but not counted in a quorum) - except Nominating
Sierra %evada Republican Women
Website: www.sierranevadarepublicanwomen Facebook: Sierra Nevada Republican Women
%ational Federation of Republican Women 124 N. Alfred Street Alexandria, VA 22314 1-800-373-9688 [email protected] www.nfrw.org
State of %evada
Governor Brian Sandoval State Capitol Building 101 N. Carson Street Carson City, NV 89701 775-684-5670 Lt. Governor Brian K. Krolicki State Capitol Building 101 N. Carson Street, Suite 2 Carson City, NV 89701 Phone: (775) 684-7111 Fax: (775) 684-7110 Senator James A. Settelmeyer – District 17 2388 Highway 395 Minden, NV 89423-8923 775-450-6114 [email protected] Secretary: Maureen Brower [email protected] Assemblyman Jim Wheeler – District 39 P. O. Box 2135 Minden, NV 89423-2135 775-546-3471 [email protected] Secretary: Marilyn McElhany [email protected] Nevada Legislature website www.leg.state.nv.us
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%evada U.S. Senator Dean Heller
4 Russell Courtyard Washington, DC 20510 202-224-6244 FAX 202-228-6753 Heller.senate.gov/contact form.crm
%evada U.S. Congressional District 2
Congressman Mark Amodei
222 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 202-225-6155 Reno Office 400 S. Virginia St., Suite 502 Reno, NV 89501 775-686-5760
Douglas County Interim Manager
Larry Werner 1594 Esmeralda Ave. Minden, NV 89423 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 218 Minden, NV 89423 Ph: 775-782-9821 Fax: 775-782-6255
Board of Commissioners meet 1st Thursday of month in Minden 1:00 PM @ Douglas County Historic Courthouse 3rd Thursday of month at Lake Tahoe 1:30 p.m. Tahoe Transportation Center Greg Lynn 775-790-2955 [email protected] Doug Johnson, Chairman 775-790-3195 [email protected] Lee Bonner 775-901-2619 [email protected] Nancy McDermid, Vice Chairman 775-267-7968 [email protected] Barry Penzel 775-781-6075 [email protected]
2014 S%RW Board
Nancy Jarvis – President Pro Tem [email protected]
Shari James, President (6 month leave of absence) [email protected] Jill Dimock – 1st VP Program (Acting President) (leave of absence) [email protected] Sharla Hales—Acting 1st VP Program [email protected] Nancy Brisack – 2nd VP Membership [email protected] Jan Muzzy – Treasurer [email protected] Sharon Calvert – Reporting Secretary [email protected] Claudi Broquist – Corresponding Secretary [email protected]
