Johnson County Democratic Party

Meeting Minutes

August 5, 2025

Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 104

Call to Order:

Chair called meeting to order at 6:07pm. Seven voting members were present. All stood for the pledge of allegiance.

Agenda:

Agenda approved with no additions.

Minutes:

July 1, 2025 minutes approves with additions.

Treasury Report:

Treasurer made report of current financial standing, no new updates to be made.

Chair Announcements:

No chair announcements made.

Old Business:

• Representatives Yin and Provenza town hall meeting set for September 24th for Buffalo and Sheridan at the Wyo Theater. A time to be determined. Possible advertisements for the event discussed.
• William D. McIntyre Scholarship report made. The scholarships were paid out, thank you notes were received, and the program is now closed for the season.

New Business:

• A printable regarding volunteer opportunities was discussed. It is laid out as an invitational and informative letter with options and opportunities for people in the community to get involved. Discussions were held involving notes on improvements on wording/ verbiage to better suit the needs and messages. Motion made and passed to publish to the website upon revisions. Amendment to send through members email and post to social media made and passed.

Other Business:

• Updates regarding mini food pantry and committee. Flyers passed around to encourage advertisement.

Announcements:

• “Move On” organization reaching out for handwritten postcard workshop regarding BBB/ information on current status and possible outcomes. Postcards for Democracy voter letter writing party discussed with date to be determined.
• Information provided about websites/ resources to get involved with political action.

Upcoming Meetings:

• County Party Round Table- August 13, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
• Monthly CCC Meeting- September 2, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
• Town Hall Representatives meeting- September 24, 2025 @ TBD.
• Lunch forum- none this month.
• Town Hall Representatives meeting in Casper- August 19, 2025.

Adjourn:

Meeting adjourned at 7:07pm.

Johnson County Democratic Party

Meeting Minutes

July 1, 2025

Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 108

Call to Order:

Chair called meeting to order at 6:07pm. Seven voting members present. All stood for pledge of allegiance.

Agenda:

Agenda approved with no additions.

Guest Speaker:

The volunteer coordinator from the Buffalo Senior Center gave those in attendance information regarding upcoming needed volunteer dates, how to get involved, and what volunteering for the Home Delivered Meals Program entails. The chair will organize dates for the Johnson County Democrats to volunteer.

Minutes:

July 1, 2025 minutes approved with no additions.

Treasury Report:

• Treasury report was made by treasurer.
• Motion passed to make monthly donation to state Democratic party of a set amount until December 31, 2025.

Chair Announcements:

• “What would you do?” – Thought provoking discussion held about safe and effective ways to take action in situations, political or otherwise.
• Announcements regarding the caucus officer elections.

Old Business:

• Home Delivered Meals Program (as previously discussed.)
• Cards to be sent to new state leadership for congratulations.
• Representatives Yin and Provenza town hall dates discussed, with August 20th and 26th proposed as possibilities.
• No reports to be made on the William D. McIntyre Scholarship.
• June 14th flyers discussed briefly.

New Business:

• July 14th volunteer link available.
• Supplies needed as well as discussion around how event should be orcestrated.

Other Business:

• None to be discussed.

Announcements:

• None to be discussed.

Upcoming Meetings:

• No lunch forums this month.

Adjourn:

Meeting was adjourned at 7:17pm.

Johnson County Democratic Party

Meeting Minutes

June 3, 2025

Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 108

Call to Order:

Chair called the meeting to order at 6:07pm. All in attendance stood for pledge of allegiance.

Agenda: 

Agenda approved with no additions.

Secretary Report:

May 6, 2025 minutes approved with no additions.

Treasurer Report:

Current financial status reported and discussed.

Chair Announcements:

Chair discussed announcements listed on agenda.

Old Business:

• SCC reports were discussed as well as the members in attendance.
• Discussions regarding the new JC Dems brochure took place consisting of ideas/ notes offered by attendees and an approved design subject to change as needed. Motion passed to utilize funds to print brochures for June 14th.
• Details regarding the “No Kings” protest event in Sheridan taking place June 14th were discussed.
• A full scholarship report was made regarding the disbursement of receival status letters to applicants.

New Business:

• Information given regarding caucus officer opportunities.
• Meals on Wheels: Here For Good- discussion held involving the program as well as volunteer information. AN expected guest at a future meeting will provide more information.
•  Greeting cards to be sent to new leadership approved.
• Representatives Yin and Provenza town hall dates were discussed so the chair may make the recommendation.

Other Business:

• Food pantry flyers handed out.

Announcements from Floor:

• CPRT June 11th, 2025 to take place at 6:00pm.
• Lunch Forum to take place at Creekside Tuesday, June 24th at 10:00am.

Meeting Adjourned at 7:22pm.

Johnson County Democratic Party Meeting Minutes
May 6, 2025
Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 108

Call To Order:

Chair called the meeting to order at 6:20pm. The attendees stood for the pledge of allegiance. 7 Precinct committee people in attendance.

Agenda:

Agenda approved with no additions.

Secretary Report:

Acceptance of April 1, 2025 minutes with no changes.

Treasurer Report:

Treasurer reported current financial standing.

Chair Announcements:

Chair made announcements listed on agenda.

Old Business:

• Strategic Plan review was moved to New business to be included in setting new goals.
• Report on Adopt-a-highway clean up day.
• Mini Pantry report was made. Explanation of program for new attendees. For more information contact us.
• Chairman of the William D. McIntyre Scholarship made a report regarding the application and awards. 28 applications were received. 4 graduates were awarded scholarships. One scholarship committee member has resigned for personal reasons. WDM scholarship fund.

New Business:

• Motion was made and seconded to gift a $25.00 gift certificate as a prize for a JC-FFF fundraiser Motion passed unanimously after some discussion and planning how to make it happen.
• Motion was made to approve up to $500.00 to collaborate with Sheridan County Dems on media buying in the coming months. After seconding, discussion made it clear this is a starting point to see what can be done with this amount of money. All acknowledged this could be subject to change.
• Explanation of Contest Every Race grants program. Awardees are to be announced sometime in the next few weeks.
• Review of existing strategic plan goals, successes recognized. New goals established. Chair will ultimately reformat the document so it is more readable and shareable amongst the CCC members.

Other Business/ Announcements from Floor:

• Temporary committee was formed to create handouts and informational documents.

Upcoming Meetings:

• Monthly CCC Meeting – June 3, 2025.
• SCC – May 31, and June 1 in Rock Springs.
• A potential social with Sheridan Democrats discussed.
• Lunch forums to be rediscussed in warmer weather.

Adjourn:

• The meeting was adjourned at 8:15pm.

Johnson County Democratic Party Meeting Minutes

April 1, 2025

Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 108

Call To Order:

Vice Chair called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. The attendees stood for the pledge of allegiance.

Agenda:

Agenda approved with no additions.

Secretary Report:

Acceptance of March 4, 2025 minutes with no changes.

Treasurer Report:

Treasurer reported current financial standing.

Chair Announcements:

Chair was not in attendance. Chair announcements to come at a later date.

Old Business:

• JC-FFF report was made regarding the volunteer work done on March 5, 2025.
• Mini Pantry report was made. A second box location is to be discussed at a further date. The entirely volunteer run program welcomes all food, time, or financial donations. For more information contact us.
• Chairman of the William D. McIntyre Scholarship made a report regarding the recent fundraiser movie night event, as well as the number of scholarship applicants. Leftover t-shirts and other JC Dem merchandise remains available for a donation to the WDM scholarship fund.

New Business:

• Before new business discussions, introductions were made to introduce/ become acquainted with new faces.
• Rideshare arrangements were discussed and made for the April 5th Hands Off Protest for anyone interested.
• JC-FFF Golf Fundraiser taking place at the Buffalo Golf Course on June 11, 2025 was discussed with proposal of support options and opportunities. Further discussion will take place at later meetings.
• Contest Every Race Grant/ Programs were discussed briefly with more information to come once chair is present.

Other Business/ Announcements from Floor:

• Resources were offered from members regarding effective ways to contact representatives.
• Adopt-a-highway section to be scheduled for cleaning. Volunteers welcome, contact us.
• Spring Craft Fair taking place April 26, 2025 discussed with volunteer options. Motion made to use money from treasury to pay craft fair fee if needed. Motion passed.

Upcoming Meetings:

• Monthly CCC Meeting – May 6, 2025.
• SCC – May 31, and June 1 in Rock Springs.
• A potential social with Sheridan Democrats discussed.
• Lunch forums to be rediscussed in warmer weather.

Adjourn:

• The meeting was adjourned at 7:09pm.

Johnson County Democratic Party Meeting Minutes
March 4, 2025
Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 108

Call to Order:

Chair Greg Haas called the meeting to order at 6:01 pm, followed by the attendees’ pledge of allegiance to the flag.

Roll Call: All voting members present. No proxy votes.

Agenda:

Agenda approved with no additions.

Attendance:

8 voting members of the Central Committee. 4 non-voting present.

Secretary Report:

Acceptance of Jan 7, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously with no changes.

Treasurer Report:

Treasurer presented current financial standing.

Chair Announcements:

• Chair reported on State Party Reorg meeting and State Convention to be held at the end of May 2025.

Officer Elections:

• Motion was made, seconded, discussed and passed on how to conduct the elections.
• Nominations for each office were made prior to each election.
• Vote between two candidates for Chair conducted via paper ballot.
• Vote between two candidates for Vice Chair conducted via paper ballot.
• Secretary, Treasurer, State Committeewoman and State Commiteeman were elected via acclimation.
• The results of the elections were:

  • Chair: Greg Haas
  • Vice Chair: Mary Van Auken
  • Secretary: Kyla Griffith
  • Treasurer: Dudley Case
  • State Committeewoman: Lois Petersen
  • State Committeeman: Dudley Case

• Two Precinct Committeewomen were appointed and approved:

  • Vikki Chenette (04-07)
  • Laura Harmon (03-04)

• Chair will present to County Clerk Camino and WDP Chair Barbuto the results of the above elections.

Old Business:

• JC Dems are scheduled to do volunteer work at JC-FFF Wednesday at 4pm.
• Report was made about the mini-pantry. People interested in helping with donations of food, time or money can send us a note here: Contact Us. It remains an all volunteer-funded program so any and all help is welcome.
• Motion was made, seconded, discussed and passed to table the Dems101 discussion.
• Chairman of the William D. McIntyre Memorial Scholarship presented a report on the scholarship fundraising plans, status of applications received and the next scheduled meeting of the scholarship committee (April 3, 2025 at 10:15 in the JC Library)

  • Movie (9 to 5) on March 18, 2025. Social hour 6-7pm. Showtime at 7pm. Hors d’oeuvre and concession stand will be available.
  • Motion made, seconded, discussed and passed to have JC Dems informational material available at the March 18 event.

New Business:

• Discussion about WDP’s Legislative watch, how to get involved by email and slack for sending and receiving information about Legislature’s work.
• Minorities and Allies Caucus has formed and has a third meeting scheduled for Dec 14th.
• County Officer Elections – March 4, 2025
• Dems101 “Democratic Creed” was presented for consideration.
• Discussion about purchasing “Equality State Stickers” for swag and fundraising purposes. No motion.

Other Business and announcements from the floor:

• Information was shared from an ad in the Country Bounty regarding county-level planning. The ad seeks input from the public by asking them to visit this website.

Upcoming Meetings:

• Next Monthly CCC Meeting – April 1, 2025 at 6:00pm.
• County Party Round Table is scheduled for March 12, 2024 at 6:00pm.
• Worlds of Music is holding events this week.
• The Quilts are up at the JC Library.

Adjourn

• The meeting was adjourned at 7:15pm.

Johnson County Democratic Party Meeting Minutes
January 7, 2025
Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 108

Adopted by CCC on March 4, 2025. -Greg Haas

Call to Order:

Chair Greg Haas called the meeting to order at 6:05 pm, followed by the attendees’ pledge renewal of allegiance.

Agenda:

Agenda approved with addition of “Equality State Stickers” and Dems101 to New Business.

Attendance:

5 voting members of the Central Committee.

Secretary Report:

Approval of Dec 3 meeting minutes.

Treasurer Report:

Treasurer presented current financial standing.

Chair Announcements:

• Chair reported on WDP’s Bookclub and Pre-legistative watch bootcamp.

Old Business:

• Reports on William D. McIntyre Scholarship
• Discussion about mini-pantry food donations, obtaining donations of money and/or food.

New Business:

• Discussion about WDP’s Legislative watch, how to get involved by email and slack for sending and receiving information about Legislature’s work.
• Minorities and Allies Caucus has formed and has a third meeting scheduled for Dec 14th.
• County Officer Elections – March 4, 2025
• Dems101 “Democratic Creed” was presented for consideration.
• Discussion about purchasing “Equality State Stickers” for swag and fundraising purposes. No motion.

Other Business and announcements from the floor:

• None

Upcoming Meetings:

• Next Monthly CCC Meeting – February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm.
• County Party Round Table is scheduled for February 12, 2024 at 6:00pm.
• Comms Call – Each Tuesday during Legislative Session at 7pm.
• Lunch forums are still on hold.

Adjourn

• The meeting was adjourned at 6:57pm.

Johnson County Democratic Party Meeting Minutes
December 3, 2024
Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 108

(Approved in Jan 7, 2025 Meeting)

Call to Order:

Chair Greg Haas called the meeting to order at 6:06 pm, followed by the attendees’ pledge renewal of allegiance.

Agenda:

Agenda approved with two additions: Mini-pantry & Sheridan Billboard support

Attendance:

5 voting members of the Central Committee.

Secretary Report:

Approval of October 1 meeting minutes.

Treasurer Report:

Chair presented treasurer’s reports for previous two months.

Chair Announcements:

• New WDP “Action” listserv & bookclub

Old Business:

• Follow-up on election, discussion, reflection & debriefing. Comment was made that the candidates WyoDems presented were solid humans and we need to maintain that level of quality in our candidates.

New Business:

• Discussion about WDP’s Legislative watch and other Wyoming orgs doing similar work.
• Minorities and Allies Caucus has formed and has a third meeting scheduled for Dec 14th.
• County Convention – March 2025
• Mini-pantry: JC-FFF has decided to discontinue. JC Dems group will continue to partner with Cornerstone Pharmacy to provide the one mini-pantry. Opportunity for Dems/Volunteers to assist, weekly or monthly!
• Motion was made, seconded and passed unanimously to donate $100.00 of JC Dems funds to Sheridan County Dems towards their billboard project.

Other Business and announcements from the floor:

• None

Upcoming Meetings:

• Next Monthly CCC Meeting – January 7, 2025 at 6:00pm.
• County Party Round Table is scheduled for December 11, 2024 at 6:00pm.
• Comms Call – December moved to Wed the 4th and Wed the 18th at 7pm.
• Lunch forums are still on hold.

Adjourn

• The meeting was adjourned at 7:05pm.

Johnson County Democratic Party Meeting Minutes
October 1, 2024
Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 108

Call to Order:

Chair Greg Haas called the meeting to order at 6:02 pm, followed by the attendees’ pledge renewal of allegiance.

Agenda:

Agenda approved

Attendance:

8 voting members of the Central Committee.

Secretary Report:

Approval of September 3 meeting minutes.

Treasurer Report:

Treasurer presented treasurer’s report.

Chair Announcements:

• Yard Signs – Two HW “Saddle Up” signs left. Received generous donations through distribution of the signs. Have Morrow and Cameron yard signs if anyone wants one. Contact Greg.
• Early Voting for Stateside Voters in Wyoming starts October 8th.
• Clerk did more testing of voting machines. 4 JC Dems were present.
• Rural Strong is hosting trainings.
• Short discussion about Constitutional Amendment that will be on Nov 5 Ballot

Old Business:

• Follow-up comments about SCC weekend that happened in Buffalo on Sept 6 & 7.
• Listserv – Chair explained use to room.
• Updates for William D. McIntyre Scholarship

  • General – Committee met and discussed future fundraising ideas. Application form was updated. Will meet again on November 15th, 2024 at 11am in Study Room C of the Johnson County Library.
  • website & application – Chair still hasn’t update the number of awards given last year. But he has updated the application forms, both print version and web versions.

New Business:

• Adopt-a-Highway will happen this coming Monday at 10:00am. Meet at the Bomgaars parking lot. Bring gloves, a picker-upper-thing if you like, good shoes. Vests and trash bags will be provided.
• JC-FFF – Three Dems are still rotating, monthly, to fill the public free food dispensers. This is a good opportunity for others who would like to pitch in and volunteer. Get in touch with Linda (or Greg) if you’re interested. Packing food bags at JC-FFF will be March 5th, 2025. Time TBA.
• Voting Postcards – WDP is sending postcards for volunteers to complete and mail to Wyoming Voters. Greg has more info. Complete packages have everything you need except optional card decoration and postage. Postage paid by volunteers. All 80 cards on their way were spoken for at the meeting. Greg will request another few packets. Fun activity, especially for those who can’t make it to the Adopt-a-Highway or food dispensary projects. Fun to do as a group!
• Sheridan is hosting a Rally for Harris-Walz Oct 19 at 12:00 noon. J C Democrats are invited and encouraged to participate. For more info, contact Sheridan Dems or Lois at 684-9160 as she plans to attend and may be able to facilitate carpooling.
• Motion was made, seconded and passed unanimously to cancel November’s CCC meeting. Next meeting will be in December. November’s regular day falls on Election Day and will be canceled. Three CCC members are election judges and would not be present.

Other Business:

• Motion was made and seconded and passed unanimously to fund postage (approx $120.00 for sending a letter to all registered Dems in Johnson County with information about voting and JC Dems contact information.

Upcoming Meetings:

• Next Monthly CCC Meeting – December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm. November meeting is Canceled.
• County Party Round Table is Postponed until December.
• Comms Call – Tuesdays at 7pm 1st and 3rd Weeks.
• Lunch forums are still on hold.
• JC Library Auction Nov 1 at 6pm
• Somebody is going to be discussing electronic ballot tabulation machines and demonstrating hand-counting of ballots at a “voting security” seminar in the JC Library’s Fraley Room on Saturday, Oct 5, 2024 at 10:00am.

Adjourn

• The meeting was adjourned at 6:52.

Johnson County Democratic Party Meeting Minutes
September 3, 2024
Bomber Mountain Civic Center, Room 108

Call to Order:

Chair Greg Haas called the meeting to order at 6:05 pm, followed by the attendees’ pledge renewal of allegiance.

Agenda:

There were no additions to the agenda.

Attendance:

8 voting members of the Central Committee. 2 Guests.

Secretary Report:

Approval of August 6 meeting minutes.

Treasurer Report:

Treasurer presented treasurer’s report.

Chair Announcements:

• WY HD 40 race: Candidate did not receive enough write-in votes to move to the general ballot. Candidate reported contributions and expenditures.
• County party round-table zoom on Sept 11 will invite WDP’s collaborative campaign program members and union leaders.

Old Business:

• Motion was made to reserve $300.00 for print ads in Johnson County for candidates.
• SCC Event on Sept 6. Plans were made for fundraising, desserts, setting up and evening’s schedule was outlined.
• No changes regarding McIntyre Scholarship. Chair Haas was reminded he’s been asked to place statistics about awards on the scholarship’s web pages.

New Business:

• Motion was made, and passed unanimously, to let jcdemswyo.org domain name expire and to utilize the free domain name johnson.wyodems.net. A site redesign was approved. Greg will update website notify the central committee as that and email changes progress.
• Volunteering date set with JC-FFF: March 5. More discussion about that at upcoming meetings.
• Resolution on the Discontinuance of the Use of Slack for communication between County Parties and WDP was passed unanimously.
• Discussion about the Wyoming Edition of the Harris-Walz yard sign was held. People can purchase a sign at the WDP website. Chair Haas will have a supply for Northeast Wyoming as the current inventory is coming to Buffalo for the Sept 7 SCC meeting. Order your sign through WDP or contact Greg.

Upcoming Meetings:

• Next Monthly CCC Meeting – October 1, 2024 at 6:00pm.
• County Party Round Table at 6pm September 11, 2024.
• Comms Call – Tuesdays at 7pm 1st and 3rd Weeks.
• Lunch forums are still on hold.

Adjourn

• The meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:20 pm.