Western Kane County Democrats

Come Visit Western Kane Democrats at the Sugar Grove Corn Boil
2024-07-27 10:00 - 2024-07-28 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Sugar Grove Corn Boil, 61 S Main Street, Sugar Grove, IL, 60554
The Western Kane Democrats, along with Kane County Democrats, will be hosting a booth during the Sugar Grove Corn Boil. This is a community event that runs from July 25-28, where people come together to and celebrate by listening to music, attending a carnival, or purchasing goods and food from local vendors.
We are looking for people to volunteer! Click HERE to sign up!
WHEN:
We will be sponsoring a booth for 2 days Saturday, July 27th 11:00AM – 7:00PM and Sunday, July 28th 11:00AM – 6:00PM.
WHERE:
61 S Main Street, Sugar Grove, IL 60554
HOW:
Our plans for the Corn Boil include:

Distributing candidate information and Kane County Democrat trifolds for Sugar Grove
Hand out stickers and candy
Answer questions about candidates, voting and the election
On a separate table, we will also handle voter registration

Be prepared to come early to set up or stay late to break down the booth.
WHAT TO WEAR:
Please plan on wearing a navy blue shirt. The shirt can have a candidate’s name, a Democratic saying on it or be blank. The purpose is so that we look like we’re together to people who are attending the festival.
LOGISTICS:
We will be using Slack to keep all volunteers up to date regarding the plans and changes. It is advised to install the Slack application on your mobile device so that you receive updates about the schedule, parking instructions, and other important details. The email you enter during signup will be used to add to the Slack group – so watch for the invitation to come through and simply click on the link in your email to be added to the group
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Western Kane Democrats Monthly Meeting (July)
2024-07-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Tap House Grill, 3341 W Main St, St. Charles, Illinois, 60175
Please join the Western Kane Democrats for our monthly meeting! Theresa Barreiro incumbant candidate for Kane County Circuit Court Clerk will be speaking after the regularly scheduled group meeting
Agenda 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Roll Call
Secretary Report
Treasurer Report
Old Business
New Business
Upcoming Events
Open Discussion

Candidate Speaker(s) 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Theresa Barreiro

We are looking for volunteers for the upcoming election! Please attend the meeting or contact WKD for more information

Democratic Election Judges Needed in Kane County
2024-06-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Illinois
APPLY TODAY FOR ELECTION JUDGE! Click HERE
Each Precinct needs at least 3 Democrat election judges to ensure that our elections are fair, we are recruiting people who can serve as election judge. Election Judges are paid $250/day
Here’s the breakdown of what’s needed

Big Rock
3

Blackberry
22

Burlington
2

Campton
19

Plato
9

Virgil
4

From the Illinois State Board of Elections website:
WHAT ARE JUDGES OF ELECTION?
Judges of elections are responsible for the administration of election procedures in the polling
place on Election Day. They are in the position of ensuring that the election process is
administered fairly and in accordance with the law.
WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO BE AN ELECTION JUDGE?

Be a citizen of the United States;
Be of good repute and character and not subject to the registration requirement of the Sex Offender Registration Act;
Be able to speak, read, and write the English language;
Be skilled in the four fundamental rules of mathematics;
Be of good understanding and capable;
Not be a candidate for any office in the election and not be elected committeeman; and
Reside in and be entitled to vote in the precinct where selected to serve as judge.
However, in each precinct one judge of each party may be appointed from outside the
precinct, but from within the county. All judges must be electors within the county

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE DUTIES OF THE JUDGES OF ELECTION?

To open and close the polls;
To be responsible for all election materials;
To ensure that only qualified voters are permitted to vote and that each qualified voter is permitted to vote once and only once;
To ensure that all votes are cast in secret;
To give instructions in the method of voting when requested by a voter;
To give assistance to illiterate and physically disabled voters;
To maintain order in the polling place throughout the day;
To tally the vote after the polls are closed; and to certify the election results in that precinct.

CAN HIGH SCHOOL OR COLLEGE STUDENTS SERVE AS JUDGES?
Yes. An election authority may establish a program to permit a person who is not entitled to vote to
serve as an election judge if the individual meets the following qualifications:

Is a citizen of the United States;
Is a junior or senior in good standing enrolled in a public or private secondary school, or is a student currently enrolled in community college or a public or private Illinois university or college;
If currently enrolled in a secondary school, has the written approval of both the principal and a parent or legal guardian;
Has a cumulative grade point average of at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale;
Has satisfactorily completed the training course for judges of election;
Meets all other qualifications for appointment and service as an election judge.

NOTE: Not more than one election judge per party per precinct shall be a participant in
aforementioned program.
HOW ARE JUDGES SELECTED?
In national, state, county, township and municipal elections, judges of election are selected by the
county board, or if appropriate, the board of elections commissioners, from lists furnished by the
chairmen of the county central committees of the two leading political parties, or the township
committeemen. Generally, each polling place has three judges appointed from one party and two
judges appointed from the other party.
In precincts under the jurisdiction of the county clerk, the party which cast the highest average
number of votes at the most recent three gubernatorial elections in the precinct shall be
represented by three judges; the party which cast the second highest number of votes at the three
most recent gubernatorial elections in the precinct shall be represented by two judges.
Under the jurisdiction of the board of elections commissioners, the two leading political parties
alternate having majority representation. One party is represented by three judges of election in
each of the odd-numbered precincts and by two judges of election in each of the even-numbered
precincts; the other party is represented by three judges in each of the even-numbered precincts
and by two judges in each of the odd-numbered precincts.
After selections are made, a report is filed in the circuit court and application is made for judges’
confirmation and appointment by the circuit court.
HOW ARE JUDGES TRAINED?
In each precinct at least one judge representing each political party must be certified as having
satisfactorily completed, within the preceding six months, a training course and examination for
judges of election. This required course covers the duties and responsibilities of election and
consists of at least four hours of instruction and an examination to test reading skills, ability to
work with poll lists, ability to add, and knowledge of election laws governing the operation of polling
places.
HOW MAY I BECOME AN ELECTION JUDGE?
Contact your party chairman, ward or township committeeman, or your election authority to
express your interest in serving as a Judge of Election.

Western Kane Democrats Monthly Meeting (MAY)
2024-05-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Tap House Grill, 3341 W Main St, St. Charles, Illinois, 60175
Please join the Western Kane Democrats for our monthly meeting!
Agenda 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Roll Call
Secretary Report
Treasurer Report
Old Business
New Business
Upcoming Events
Open Discussion

Candidate Speakers 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Randi Olson, IL70 State Rep Candidate
Corrine Pierog, Kane County Board Chair and Candidate

We are looking for volunteers for the upcoming election! Please attend the meeting or contact WKD for more information.

We Win Together Fundraiser for Ricky Rivard Kane County Board 12th District
2024-04-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Pollyanna Brewing, 106 Riverside Ave, St. Charles, Il
Join us for an evening of unity, purpose, and community. As we gather at Pollyanna Brewing and Distilling in St. Charles to support Ricky Rivard’s campaign, we recognize that victory isn’t an individual achievement—it’s a collective triumph. Your presence matters, your contribution counts, and together, we’ll write a chapter of progress. Let’s win together! Your presence at this event will fuel our momentum as we gear up for the next phase of the election. Here’s how your contribution matters:
Yard Signs: Your support will help us distribute eye-catching yard signs across the district. These signs are more than visuals—they’re symbols of our collective commitment.
Campaign Literature: Informative brochures, flyers, and pamphlets play a crucial role in reaching voters. Your contribution ensures that our message reaches every doorstep.
Community Engagement: From town halls to meet-and-greets, we’re committed to connecting with constituents. Your participation directly impacts our ability to engage with the community.
In addition to our physical efforts, we’re harnessing the power of digital platforms. Your donation will fund targeted online ads, social media campaigns, and email outreach. By reaching voters where they are—online—we can expand our impact exponentially.
Together, we’ll secure a win! Your contribution can make all the difference. Let’s write a chapter of progress and positive change.
Visit https://www.votericky.com/ for more information

We Are All Immigrants Rally
2024-04-27 00:00 | Illinois
A few things to Keep in Mind from the Organizers for this event…..

Keep your sign positive – refrain from creating signs or repeating chants that are against any person or ideology
Focus on migrants as human beings

Important Points

Migrants help bolster the economy
Unless Native American, we are all immigrants or descended from immigrants
Migration has always been a part of human history
Migration is happening around the world and, today, there are more displaced persons in the world than at any time since World War II
The majority of immigrants in the US today are young families with children
Seeking asylum is legal by both national and international law

Ideas for sign making:
“Immigration Fuels the Economy”
“We Are a Nation of Immigrants”
“I Stand with Immigrants, Asylum Seekers & Refugees”
“Immigrants Make America Great”
“God Bless America – Land of Immigrants”
“Immigrants Built this Country”
“Refugees and Asylum Seekers Welcome”

See map for location. There’s plenty of parking behind Buttermilk.
