Author: Kathy Tran

Posted on

Minutes – Dec 19, 2016.

Call to order at 7:10 pm by President Emily Ramos.

I. Welcomes, introductions

II. Guest speakers: Rosemary Kamei and Jeff Cardenas

III. Officer Reports

  1. President (Emily Ramos):
    1. CYD report: $40-50 early pass/gen session on the floor. We are in the black. They are hiring a new executive director for CYD and are suspending bylaws in order to do endorsements for the chair race.
  2. Membership director (Ian Crueldad):
    1. Outreach committee will be up and going next meeting. There will be a sign up sheet.
  3. Treasurer (Charles Wilson III):
    1. Holiday party business.
  4. Political Director (Matt Savage):
    1. Endorsement scoreboard recap.
    2. Advocacy projects throughout the year since its not an election year.
  5. Secretary (Kathy Tran)
    1. Washington D.C. internship recap
    2. Communications committee

IV. New business

  1. Facebook ads
    1. Motion for SVYD to use funds to pay for facebook ads introduced by Matt S., seconded by Erica S. Passed unanimously.

V. Announcements

  1. Matt Savage announced a marketing director is wanted at his work. Talk to Matt for more details.
  2. Anthony Phan annonced that at Local 270 Hall, he was looking to organize assembly line workers against the Tesla plant for better working conditions by the United Auto Workers.
  3. Jeff Cardenas suggested creating a Community dialogue.

VI. Adjournment

Motion to adjourn by Lucas Ramirez, seconded by Abby Longcor. The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 pm.

 

 

 

Posted on

Agenda – November 21, 2016

Agenda

Call to Order

Introductions

Guest speaker: Endorse Candidates thanking SVYD

Guest Speaker 2: Jeff Cardenas about ADEMS

  1. Officer Reports
    1. President
      1. CYD
    2. Membership Director
      1. Outreach committee
    3. Treasurer
      1. How much money do we have
      2. Fundraiser – in lieu of next meeting
    4. Political Director
      1. Endorsement Scorecard
      2. Advocacy
    5. Secretary
      1. Time in DC recap
      2. Communications committee (blogging/ op-eds/social media)

New Business

  1. ADEMS
  2. Facebook Ads – expenditure approval up to $200

Announcements

Adjournment

Posted on

Civic Engagement Internship

Civic Engagement Internship
 
The Rod Sinks Campaign for Cupertino City Council is currently seeking forward thinking, passionate, and committed individuals of the community to join our civic engagement internship. As we move forward into November, we are looking for people interested in engaging the community by canvassing to spread the message and platform of the campaign, as well as individuals interested in applying for one of our currently open leadership positions (Data Captain, Community Outreach Director, and Field Recruitment Captain). The experience working hands on in the community on a campaign such as this is truly unique, and an incredibly impactful way to not only have your voice heard, but to also do right by your community. If interested in joining the campaign in either an internship or leadership capacity, or if you’d like to learn more, please contact Michaela Murphy at (408) 613-3920 or at michaelamurphy97@gmail.com
Posted on

Job Opening: Communications and Outreach Student Intern (Paid)

Yes on A for Affordable Housing

Communications and Outreach Student Intern (Paid)

We are looking for highly motivated and responsible people to join the Yes on A for Affordable Housing campaign to alleviate homelessness and ensure affordable housing for all families, seniors, veterans and the most vulnerable members of our community.

Job Title: Communications and Outreach Intern

Compensation: $20 per hour

Time Commitment: 10-15 hours per week (including some evenings and weekends) until November 8, 2016.

Description: Under the direction of the senior campaign staff, interns will develop and execute a communications and outreach plan to inform and engage student voters on their campus. Such plan will include but not be limited to Measure A promotion and presentation before classrooms, student organizations, campus organizations and members of the student body, recruit volunteers for the campaign, and organize volunteer events.

Responsibilities:

  • Utilize effective contact strategies and communication practices for voter engagement
  • Promote Measure A through traditional and innovative communication channels
  • Recruit volunteers and organize volunteer events to support Measure A
  • Develop long lasting and meaningful relationships with community leaders and housing advocates throughout the County
  • Be part of a skilled team of motivated individuals dedicated to ensuring affordable housing for all
  • Conduct a minimum of 5 visibility events and/or presentations per week
  • Attend a weekly staff meeting at campaign headquarters

Qualifications:

  • Current student at one of the following campuses: De Anza, Foothill, West Valley, Mission, Evergreen, Gavilan, San Jose City, Evergreen, San Jose State University
  • Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin language ability strongly preferred
  • Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Responsible, reliable and highly responsive to emails, text and phone calls
  • Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with social media tools
  • Willing to work some nights and weekends
  • Have reliable transportation, access to a car is strongly preferred

To Apply:

Please send your resume to victoria@yesonaffordablehousing.org

Posted on

Agenda – July 18

  1. Welcomes and Introductions
  2. Guest Speaker: Carl Guardino from Silicon Valley Leadership Group
  3. Officer Reports
    1. President (Emily Ramos)
    2. Treasurer (Charles Wilson)
    3. Political Director (Matt Savage)
    4. Secretary (Kathy Tran)
  4. Old business
  5. New business
  6. Announcements
  7. Adjournments
Posted on

Paid Canvasser for an Environmental Protection Campaign

Posting title: Paid Canvasser for an Environmental Protection Campaign

Location: San Jose, CA

Posting description: Temporary part-time position.

Start date: IMMEDIATELY

Weekly commitment: Flexible, preferably 3-4 Days a week

Pay: Performance based, $12 an hour + $1 per collected pledge

Hours: Flexible Daytime Hours

Description: Help us collect pledges to stop pollution and distribute free re-usable bags.

Qualifications:

  • Strong work ethic is a must.
  • Strong communication and motivational skills.
  • Strong self-direction and the ability to take initiative.
  • Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese language skills a plus.

Interested candidates should contact Wilson at wtruong@icgworldwide.com. Please let us know in the email if you have previous canvassing experience.

Posted on

Agenda – June 20, 2016

I. Welcomes, Introductions
II. Officer Reports
1. President (Alex Wara)
2. Membership Director (Emily Ramos)
3. Political Director (Justin Carvalho)
4. Treasurer (Charles Wilson)
5. Secretary (Kathy Tran)

III. Old Business
1. Primary election results

IV. New Business
1. Election of 2016-2017 SVYD Officers

V. Announcements

VI. Adjournment

Posted on

Minutes – May 16, 2016

I. Welcomes , introduction

 President Alex Wara introduced motion to amend to the agenda and approve the agenda at 7:15 pm.

  • Seconded by Lucas Ramirez
  • Motion to have the letter added to the agenda by Jeff C, seconded by Justin C.

II. Guest Speaker

  • Doron Aronson – current Cambrian School District board member announcing to seek early endorsement

III. Officer reports

  • President Alex Wara = She will not be running for re-election
  • Membership Director Emily = New membership form on Jotforms and don’t forget to sign in. She will be running for reelection.
  • Political director Justin =  Sign up to walk on campaigns by our endorsed candidates. Next two weeks = Peter Allen & Josh Barousse. He also announced he will not be running for reelection.
  • Treasurer Charles = Alex delivered the report. We raised $65 dollars at the door for the JJ Dinner After Party.  
  • Secretary Kathy = Updating events as usual. 

IV. Old Business

  • JJ Dinner

V. New Business

  • Early endorsement of Richard Nguyen  
  • Early endorsement of Kalen Gallagher
  • Motion to early endorse both candidates by Lucas R.
    • Discussion. Emily called the question. Unanimously approved.
  •  Letter of support for Josh Barrouse, written by Jeff C.
    • Motion by Justin C., seconded Richard N.
    • Discussion, called the questioned: Justin C.
    • Passed all but 2 votes.
  • Nominations of officers
    • President
      • Alex W. nominated Emily R., Angelica R. seconded
    • Membership director
      • Open
    • Political director
      • Justin C nominated Mason Fong, seconded by Kalen G.
      • Lucas R. nominated Matt Savage, seconded Kalen G.
    • Secretary
      • Open
    • Treasurer
      • Matt S. nominated Charles W. for reelection, Angelica R. seconded
  • Phone banking
    • Peter Allen
    • Mike Honda
    • Ash Kalra
    • Marc Berman
    • Measure AA

VI. Announcements

VII. Adjournment

Motion to approve adjournment by Abby L., seconded by Lucas R.

Meeting adjourned at 7:54 PM.

Posted on

Agenda – May 16, 2016

I. Welcomes, Introductions
II. Officer Reports
1. President (Alex Wara)
2. Membership Director (Emily Ramos)
3. Political Director (Justin Carvalho)
4. Treasurer (Charles Wilson)
5. Secretary (Kathy Tran)
III. Old Business
1. JJ Dinner After party
IV. New Business
1. Consideration of Early endorsement (Richard Nguyen for Campbell Union School District and Kalen Gallagher for Campbell Union High School District)
V. Announcements

VI. Adjournment

**Activity: Immediately following the meeting we will be phone banking for our endorsed candidates.**

Posted on

Agenda – April 18, 2016

I. Welcomes, Introductions
II. Officer Reports
1. President (Alex Wara)
2. Membership Director (Emily Ramos)
3. Political Director (Justin Carvalho)
4. Treasurer (Charles Wilson)
5. Secretary (Kathy Tran)
III. Old Business
1. Wrap up of Endorsements
IV. New Business
1. Consideration of Early endorsement (Mt. View City Council)
2. Endorsed candidates volunteer SVYD events
V. Announcements
VI. Adjournment