Welcome
Call to Meeting
33rd LD Democrats’
May General Meeting
In Person or on Zoom!
Meeting ID: 840 7524 9843
Passcode: 33LDDEMS
Haven’t paid your annual dues yet this year?
You can now do so online. If you have paid your membership dues, please consider chipping in a few bucks anyhow. We need some funds to help us pay for our Zoom account, contribute to endorsed candidates, and pay for tabling fees at events where we register voters.
If you prefer to pay by check, please mail your contribution to:
17837 1st Ave S #111, Normandy Park, WA 98148
Chair’s Report
**IMPORTANT REMINDER – MAY 11th WILL BE A
CANDIDATE FORUM ONLY**
Due to our Endorsement Process, we have changed our regular meeting date on May 11th into a hybrid Candidate Social. We are limiting the time for each candidate to speak so we can hopefully have time to socialize with them
We will have a brief General Business Meeting after our Special Endorsement Meeting on Sunday, May 17th. Below is an important calendar of events we have scheduled for this process.
2026 Endorsement Calendar of Events
· Wednesday, April 22 was the deadline for new members to pay dues and vote on May 17 but renewing members may pay dues up to May 16th.
· Candidate Filing Week May 4-6
· Thursday, May 7th Deadline to send out Special Endorsement Meeting Call,
· Monday, May 11th Hybrid Candidate Social 6-8 pm
· Sunday, May 17th 33rd LD Special Endorsement Meeting 1-3 pm via Zoom only, with brief General membership Meeting after
Run for Precinct Committee Officer!
This is everyone’s favorite time of the year…Filing Week!
The 33rd LD Dems and the Washington State Democrats would like to encourage all of you to run for Precinct Committee Officer in your neighborhood!
Being a Precinct Committee Officer (PCO) is one of the most important roles in our party. As a PCO, you are on the front lines of winning elections up and down the ballot – from the School Board to the Senate.
Here’s what PCOs do:
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PCOs are the main point of information and contact for voters in your precinct and within the Democratic Party.
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PCOs are also a central part of their local Democratic organization. They elect local, county, and state party leadership
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PCO’s nominate to fill vacancies in the State House of Representatives and the State Senate.
You are eligible to run for PCO for the 33rd LD if you are:
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Living in the 33rd Legislative District
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18 years old before the next August Primary Election
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Registered to Vote in Washington State
Check with the Secretary of State’s Office to make sure!
The time to file to run for PCO is May 4th-8th during the filing week window.
If you are interested in running for PCO please file your candidacy HERE before the end of this filing week -May 8th!
Sound Transit Town Hall: The Future of ST3 Projects in South King County
Councilmember Fain, in partnership with Tukwila Mayor McLeod, is hosting a town hall to gather feedback and priorities from South King County residents and community leaders. Both serve on the Sound Transit Board and represent the South King County Subarea, which spans from Normandy Park to Kent and Tukwila to Federal Way.
The Sound Transit Board is facing a $35 billion affordability gap that could have significant implications for projects across our subarea.
Key decisions are coming in the months ahead, and this event is an opportunity for community members to hear about the options under consideration, get questions answered, and make their priorities heard directly to Board members.
Register here: https://transportationchoices.org/transit-town-hall-the-future-of-sound-transit-3-projects-in-south-king-county-may-13-2/
Join the WA State High School Democrats E-Board!
Do you know any high schoolers that are active in the Democratic Party? Here is an opportunity for them to turn their passion for politics into actual progress? The Washington State High School Democrats (WAHSDA) are officially opening applications for their Executive Board, and they want students to help lead the charge. Apply by May 10th!
Being part of the e-board isn’t just a line on a resume—it’s a chance to build a statewide community, organize major events, and ensure the voices of young Washingtonians are heard where it matters most. Whether the student is an aspiring organizer, a policy wonk, or just someone who wants to make a difference, there is a place for them there.
Declare Your Candidacy: Fill out the Google Form here to get started.
Questions?: chair@wahsda.org
Additionally, they are hosting a virtual Youth Leadership Summit on May 31 at 10:00 AM PST. This is a valuable opportunity for young people to connect with elected officials in Washington and engage with the community.
The official flyer is not yet available but contact their Chair if interested. Thank you for your help in empowering the next generation of leaders!
WA State Supreme Court Elections Visualizer
This awesome resource was created by NW Progressive Institute and its partner NW Progressive Foundation to help people track the judicial candidates and campaigns.
Five of nine seats are on the ballot. We must elect justices who will continue to advance our core Democratic and progressive values to protect our rights and freedoms and our environment for all future generations.
Upcoming Outreach Events:
· Burien Pride Festival, June 6 10-10pm Sign up now to volunteer to help with Burien Pride:
We need volunteers to help set up and close up, as well to staff our table we share with the 34th LD.
· Strawberry Festival, Saturday & Sunday, June 20-21 Sign up now to volunteer to help with the Strawberry Festival: This is happening during the State Convention so that means we need you to sign up to help!
Other Upcoming Events (more info soon):
· 33rd LD Social, Friday, May 29th
· WA State Democratic Party Convention, June 19-21st
· Seattle Pride, Sunday, June 29
· Burien Fourth of July Parade Saturday, July 4 (250 Year Centennial)
· Kent Cornucopia Parade July 12 at 1 pm
· 33rd LD Annual Picnic -Angle Lake Park July 19
· Des Moines Waterland Parade July 19
· B-town Fiesta - Sunday, September 27, 2026, NOON-8pm
Meeting Agenda
For our May meeting we are dispensing with regular business in order to facilitate this candidate forum!
Please note! There will be more info sent out about our special candidate endorsement meeting coming up on May 17th from 1-3pm on ZOOM ONLY, as we will be conducting business at the end of the meeting in order to consider two PCOs for appointment!
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
· Monday, May 4: Candidate Filing Week begins
· Monday, May 11: Hybrid Candidate Social 6-8 pm – no business meeting
· Sunday, May 17: 33rd LD Special Endorsement Meeting Zoom only, 1-3 pm. Meeting Call will be sent to all eligible voters 10 days in advance
· Tuesday, May 20: Deadline for candidates to submit Voters Pamphlet information
· June 19- 21st: State Convention in Spokane
Friendly reminder: Haven’t paid your annual dues yet this year?
You can now do so online. If you have paid your membership dues, please consider chipping in a few bucks anyhow. We need some funds to help us pay for our Zoom account, contribute to endorsed candidates, and pay for tabling fees at events where we register voters.
If you prefer to pay by check, please mail your contribution to:
17837 1st Ave S #111, Normandy Park, WA 98148
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