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Montgomery County Democratic Headquarters
704 N. Thompson St. #195
Conroe, Texas 77301
936-703-5841
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June 1, 2024
Newsletter
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Please note: our newsletters contain a lot of links to make viewing the source easier - just click on images or linked text to explore
IN THIS ISSUE:
- June is Pride Month
- TDP Talking Points - Press Releases
- Links to Texas Democratic Convention - Watch Live!
- Have You Requested Your Mail-in Ballot Yet?
- The Impact of Houston's Urban Growth in Flooding Incidents
- Final Friday - June 28th - Jennifer Majors Baca - Insurance Rates
- July 4th Parade
- ICYMI - Articles You May Find Interesting
- Articles You May Find Interesting
- Democratic Party Activities Around the County
- Blue Magnolia Call to Action Meeting - June 12th
- Joe and Kamala's Corner (click on an image to open)
- Tweets (click on an image to open)
- November General Election Dates
- Texas Blue Store
- Democratic Party Calendar of Upcoming Events
- Other Groups and Community Events
This newsletter is published on or about the 1st and the 15th of every month.
Email content for consideration to communications@mcdptx.org
no later than 3 days before publication.
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is currently celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. The Stonewall Uprising was a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States.
In the United States the last Sunday in June was initially celebrated as "Gay Pride Day," but the actual day was flexible. In major cities across the nation the "day" soon grew to encompass a month-long series of events. Read More
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May 2024 TDP Press Releases
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IF YOU HAVEN’T, DO IT NOW!
Recent changes to the laws in Texas have made voting by mail more confusing for our voters. So, do not wait. You will not get a request for a ballot automatically in the mail anymore, even if you got one last year. You must request a ballot every year and now is a good time to request your mail-in ballot for the November Presidential election. It is still early but getting your request into our Montgomery County Elections administrator now cannot hurt!
Here is the official information from the Texas Secretary of State to make sure you are eligible to vote by mail and you can also find the information online at https://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/voter/reqabbm.shtml
To be eligible to vote early by mail in Texas, you must:
- be 65 years or older;
- be sick or disabled;
- be out of the county on election day and during the period for early voting by personal appearance; or
- be expected to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day; or
- be confined in jail, but otherwise eligible.
To request an application for a Ballot by Mail, you may:
Go to our Montgomery County Election website at www.montgomeryvotes.org or do it the old-fashioned way and call them directly at (936) 539-7843.
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The Impact of Houston's Urban Growth in Flooding Incidents
Houston, Texas, known for its rapid urban sprawl, has faced significant challenges related to flooding. As the city expanded both upward and outward, flood risk patterns changed, leading to more serious and dangerous flooding events.
In this article, we’ll explore how Houston’s growth and development have contributed to the increased incidence of flooding.
Urban Sprawl and Flood Risk: Researchers have found a direct correlation between Houston’s urban sprawl and flood risk. As the city’s center expanded, impervious surfaces such as sidewalks, streets, and buildings increased. Unfortunately, these surfaces prevent heavy rainfall from being absorbed into the ground.
Hurricane Harvey and Its Consequences: In 2017, Hurricane Harvey devastated the Texas coast, dropping over 50 inches of rain across Houston. The consequences of limitless development became evident as thousands of homes flooded, and more than 60,000 rescues took place.
Recent Flooding Incidents: In May 2024, heavy rainfall pummeled the Houston area, leading to hundreds of rescues. While no deaths or major injuries were reported in Harris County (where Houston is located), the impact was significant. Areas near Lake Livingston received up to 23 inches of rain, and northeastern Harris County experienced between 6 to almost 17 inches of rain.
Conclusion: Houston’s growth, coupled with the expansion of impervious surfaces, has intensified flood risks. As the city continues to develop, addressing these challenges becomes crucial.
Remember that Houston’s vulnerability to flooding is an ongoing issue, and proactive measures are necessary to mitigate its impact on communities.
Submitted by:
Christopher Powell
Chair, Precinct 108
SDEC District 8 Representative
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Jennifer Majors Baca Presents:
It's Time to Get Real
about Insurance Rates
Final Friday, June 28, 2024
After a month of local flooding, extreme heat, tornadoes, power outages, and falling trees, this month’s speaker will connect the dots between those disasters and our rapidly rising homeowners’ insurance rates.
Jennifer Majors Baca, our speaker and our own MCDP insurance broker, is a longtime resident of The Woodlands and is CEO of JMB Insurance Solutions. She is also a recent recipient of the distinguished “Volunteer of the Year” and “Diplomat of the Year” awards by The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce. But we all know her as a super volunteer and powerhouse of good deeds. She is an activist, advocate, and an ally and she will always speak her mind and tell it like it is!
So don’t hesitate! Submit questions ahead of time to her at JEN@JMB4U.COM so everyone can benefit from your curiosity. Be prepared for a lively and informative discussion with Jennifer on June 28th, the Final Friday in June.
The Final Friday Speaker Program is held the last Friday of the month at Montgomery County Democratic Headquarters, 704 N. Thompson St, Suite 195, Conroe, Texas, 77301.
You may also watch it on Zoom or on Facebook Live.
The link to watch is highlighted in blue below.
Topic: Final Friday – It is Time to Get Real about Insurance Rates
Time: June 28, 2024, 6:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85874090628?pwd=RFNJVDRnM3N4aFJ1cFFBQlk1Smlpdz09
Meeting ID: 858 7409 0628
Passcode: 41243
+1 346 248 7799 US Houston
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PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 4th OF JULY PARADE
This year the 4th of July Parade that is held each year in South County is celebrating its fiftieth year! The Montgomery County Democratic Party has been participating in the South County Parade for many years and we would like to invite all our Democrats, young and old alike, to join us again this year! The theme of the parade is “Saluting the Past and Celebrating the Future.”
Nothing would be greater than having our float and a caravan of decorated vehicles full of happy families to “salute” our oldest Democrats and “celebrate” our youngest Democrats in keeping with the theme.
If you would like to help decorate the float, ride in the parade with your kids, or participate in any other way in this great “GET OUT THE VOTE Opportunity” let us know at office@mcdptx.org. And watch this space for more parade details.
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I was going to write an article for MCDP’s newsletter detailing the consequences of former President Trump’s NY State convictions on all 34 felony counts. Then I read an article by my Facebook friend, Jef Rouner, and, honestly, I couldn’t have explained it better than Jef did.
Jef is a Houston journalist who covers politics, pop culture, social justice, video games, and online behavior. If you’re not following him on social media or reading his books (available on Amazon), you’re really missing out.
Read the Article Here
Submitted by:
Natalie Ward
Chair-Elect MCDP
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Democratic Party Activities Around the County
psst: you're missing a lot of fun if you aren't joining us!!
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From May 15 - May 21 volunteers with Blue Magnolia and office volunteers were busily drafting, publishing, stuffing envelopes, stamping, counting, and mailing letters to 1840 households in the 11 Magnolia precincts. This was a great collaboration between the Office staff and volunteers, Magnolia Precinct Chairs, and Magnolia volunteers.
Many hands made light work!! This was the first of several mailings planned between now and November to Get Out the Vote.
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JOE and KAMALA'S CORNER !
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General Election November 5th
Last day to register to vote in the November 5, 2024, General Election is October 7.
See Montgomeryvotes.org to verify your registration status and view your sample ballot based on your precinct.
For a candidate and race Voter Guide go to Vote411.org by League of Women Voters.
For city elections go to your specific city website for information.
Ballotpedia, https://ballotpedia.org/Texas_elections,_2024, is also a good source of information on candidates and all elections by state and locality.
Please feel free to contact our office during regular business hours at (936) 703-5841 or email office@mcdptx.org if you have questions.
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Blue Texas Store
Visit headquarters or Facebook to shop and check out what's available. Thanks to Judy Trosvig for the creation of the Blue Texas Store and of many of the beautiful items available in it!
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Other Groups & Community Events | |
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Pizza and Politics
Thursday, June 6, 1:00 – 3:00pm
Monthly on the first Thursday
Location:
Lone Star College Montgomery, 3200 College Park Dr, Room G112, Conroe, TX 77384, USA
Description:The goal of the Pizza and Politics Club is to provide students and the community with a place to share and discuss political topics, issues, and events.
The Pizza and Politics Club will also serve as an arena for members and the community to gain new knowledge, raise awareness, and develop relationships that fosters healthy thinking, information sharing, and debate while striving to leave a positive impact through dialogue.
Contact: Michael Devoley (Advisor), Ernest Dupree (Advisor), and Kevin Fritze (Advisor)
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Attend a Wednesday Evening Meetup - Dinner with Friends
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Cafe Express Woodlands
3091 College Park Dr Ste 290
The Woodlands, TX 77384
Attend a Morning Coffee/Breakfast
Second Saturday of the month -
Saturday, June 8, 2023, at 9:00 am
The Whistle Stop Cafe
11133 Interstate 45 S · Conroe, TX
Hosted by Karen Cavanagh.
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Recurring Meetings, Special Events in the Community
SAT JUN 1 – MOMS DEMAND ACTION – WEAR ORANGE AT GROGAN’S MILL FARMERS MKT 9:00am – 1:30pm
SAT JUN 1 – TALKING WITH PRIDE SUMMIT, 9:00am to 5:00pm, SHSU Woodlands Center
TUE JUN 4 – MOCO COMMISSIONERS COURT, 9:30am, 501 N. Thompson 77301
THU JUN 6 to SAT JUNE 8 – TEXAS DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION, El Paso
TUE JUN 11 – LONE STAR GROUNDWATER, 6:00pm, 655 Conroe Park North Drive 77303
SAT JUN 15 – JOINT ELECTION RUNOFF, IF NEEDED
TUE JUN 18 – MOCO COMMISSIONERS COURT, 9:30am, 501 N. Thompson 77301
TUE JUN 18 – CONROE ISD BOARD, 6:00pm, 3205 W. Davis Street, Conroe 77304
THU JUN 20 – WOODLANDS TOWNSHIP BOARD, 6:00pm, 2801 Technology Forest Bl. 77381
WED JUN 26 – WOODLANDS TOWNSHIP BOARD, 6:00pm, 2801 Technology Forest Bl. 77381
THU SEP 5 to 7 – TEXAS TRIBUNE FESTIVAL, Austin
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Chair: Ginger Blair
Deputy Chair: Kimberly Valdez
Secretary: Carmen McZeal
Treasurer: Michele Lightfield
Sergeant At Arms: Marc Meyer
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