March 17th Presidential Primary Election Suspended Until June 2nd

MARCH 17th ELECTION DAY SUSPENDED UNTIL JUNE 2nd
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Please visit the Board of Elections website HERE for complete information.
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Key details posted on the BOE website include:
  • The boards of elections are prohibited from processing any new voter registrations for the June 2, 2020 presidential primary election. The February 18, 2020 voter registration deadline remains the voter registration deadline. Boards of elections must remain open on March 17, 2020 to receive any absentee ballots at the boards of elections through 7:30 p.m. Boards of elections are required to process any UOCAVA ballots. Boards of elections are required to process any-non UOCAVA absentee ballot post-marked by Monday, March 16, 2020 and received by the boards of elections through March 27, 2020. Boards of elections are prohibited from tabulating and reporting any results until the close of polls on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
  • The boards of elections are required to process absentee ballot applications received at the board of elections postmarked by Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Absentee ballots must be postmarked by June 1, 2020 and must be received by the boards of elections no later than Friday, June 12, 2020. UOCAVA absentee ballots must be submitted for mailing not later than 12:01 a.m. at the place where the voter completes the ballot, on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.

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Again, please see the Board of Elections website for complete information.

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March 17th Voting Location Update: Normandy and Pinzone

MARCH 17, 2020 ELECTION DAY UPDATE
Two Polling Locations Affected

CLOSED LOCATIONS

THE NORMANDY APARTMENTS, 22701 Lake Rd. CLOSED TO NON-RESIDENTS
If you do not live at the Normandy, but it is your usual voting location, you will vote at the Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Road on March 17th.

THE PINZONE TOWER APARTMENTS, 21900 Addington Blvd. CLOSED TO NON-RESIDENTS 
If you do not live at the Pinzone Tower Apartments, but it is your usual voting location, you will vote at the Rocky River Civic Center, 21016 Hilliard Boulevard on March 17th.

These are not permanent changes. The Board of Elections is expected to resume voting at the Normandy Apartments and the Pinzone Tower Apartments in the November 2020 Election.

OPEN LOCATIONS
The following voting locations in Rocky River will be OPEN on March 17th.  If you usually vote at one of these locations, continue to do so:

  • United Methodist Church, 19414 Detroit Rd. OPEN
  • Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Rd. OPEN
  • Civic Center, 21016 Hilliard Blvd. OPEN

ABSENTEE BALLOTS:
You must complete the request form and send it in the mail by Saturday, March 14th. To request an absentee ballot click HERE or call the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections at (216) 443-8683.

EARLY VOTE IN-PERSON
Individuals can cast their ballot at the Board of Elections located at 2925 Euclid Avenue during the following early voting hours:

  • Friday, March 13th, 8:00am – 7:00pm
  • Saturday, March 14th, 8:00am – 4:00pm
  • Sunday, March 15th, 1:00pm – 5:00pm
  • Monday, March 16th, 8:00am – 2:00pm

All voters are advised to check their voting location before going to vote on Election Day. This can be done by visiting the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections website HERE or calling (216) 443-8683.

Please share the above information with family, friends and neighbors.  We’ll provide more information and updates if it becomes available.  If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

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Combined West Side Club Meeting: Tuesday, February 25, and MORE!

Save the Date and More!
Tuesday, February 25, 7 PM

Rocky River Public Library, 1600 Hampton

Open to the General Public

THIS IS A JOINT MEETING WITH ALL WEST SIDE CLUBS THAT ARE WITHIN OHIO DISTRICT 16:
Fairview Park, Bay Village, North Olmsted,
Westlake, Rocky River

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Featured Speaker:
JORDAN HAWKINS
Deputy Engagement Director
Ohio Democratic Party
Some pundits are giving-up on Ohio.  We’re here to say, “Nothing could be further from the truth!”

Join us on February 25 to learn what the Ohio Democratic Party is doing to lead to Election victories in 2020.  Ohio’s Presidential Primary is March 17.  If you want to make a difference, the time is now.

ELECTION 2020
Below is information on local, state and national election activities.*
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JENNIFER O’DONNELL, Candidate for the Court of Common Pleas.
To learn more about Jennifer, stay informed about upcoming events, and give your support, please go to her website HERE.  We’re proud that Jennifer is an outstanding judicial candidate and a resident of Rocky River!
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MONIQUE SMITH, Democratic Candidate for State Representative, House District 16
Sunday, February 16, 4:30 – 6 PM.  Meet and Greet hosted by Rocky River Democratic Club president, Mike O’Neil.  Spend time with Monique Smith in an intimate, informal setting and share what’s important to you and our community. This is not a fundraiser.  Click HERE to RSVP and for more information. To learn more about Monique, upcoming events (including canvassing), and more, click HERE to go to her website.  To contact Monique and her campaign team, email: [email protected]
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PETE BUTTIGIEG event Cleveland
Tuesday, February 18, 6 PM.  Join Sonal Shah, National Policy Director, Pete for America, with special guest Ken Harbaugh, former U.S. Navy pilot and president, Team Rubicon Global.  Exact location provided with RSVP.  For ticket and other information, click HERE.
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ELIZABETH WARREN has opened a campaign office in Cleveland 
The office is located at 4415 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland.  Craig Smith is the Regional Organizer Director, Warren for President.  To contact Craig, email: [email protected] or phone 330-904-8299.
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MICHAEL BLOOMBERG has opened a campaign office in Rocky River
The office is in the old Pearl of the Orient restaurant in the Beachcliff Market, 19300 Detroit, Rocky River.  Brad Presutto is the Regional Organizer, Bloomberg 2020.  Canvassing events will be held every weekend through the primary, and phone banking takes place every Monday – Thursday in various shifts between 5 – 9 PM. To contact Brad, email: [email protected]  or phone 380-799-1855
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OHIO PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY:
Tuesday, March 17th is Election Day
Wednesday, February 19: Early vote-by-mail begins
To check your own voter status, update your address, or register, please click HERE to go to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections.
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* If you know of other office openings or Election 2020 events, please send us an email at: [email protected]

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
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CLEVELAND POWER OF MOMS: Ohio 2020 (Moms Demand Action)
Sunday, February 16, 3 PM, Rocky River United Methodist Church, 19414 Detroit Road, Rocky River.  Hear from Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley and local gun sense leaders about the movement’s momentum in Ohio and nationally.  For more information, click HERE
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GREEN ENERGY OHIO
Wind power is under assault again in Ohio with Senate Bill 234 that gives unincorporated townships the ability to call for referendums to vote whether they want wind farms in their townships, regardless of the Siting Boards decision to approve. No other energy source has this double jeopardy facing them.  To follow developments on this important environmental and economic issue, visit Green Energy Ohio HERE.

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If you’ve ever thought of running for Rocky River town council or school board and would like to make a difference right here in our own community, let’s talk. Please send an email to the Rocky River Dems at [email protected]

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Next Club Meeting: Tuesday January 28 and More!

Next Meeting of the

Rocky River Democratic Club
Tuesday, January 28, 7 PM
Rocky River Public Library, 1600 Hampton

Open to the General Public
The meeting will include the following speakers:
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MONIQUE SMITH, Democratic candidate for the State Government of Ohio, District 16 (that’s Rocky River, Bay, Fairview, Westlake and North Olmsted).  Scroll below for more information about a Meet & Greet for Monique on Sunday, February 16.
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CRAIG SMITH, Northeast Ohio Regional Organizing Director for Elizabeth Warren’s campaign.
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MICHELE POMERANTZ, Director of the Cuyahoga County Office of Regional Collaboration to address the Human Services Levy that will be on our ballots
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CHRISTINA MORRIS (D-Council At-Large) to provide an update on the Rocky River City Council
ELECTION 2020
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An Evening In Support of Jennifer O’Donnell
Thursday, February 6, 5 – 7 PM, Tartine Bistro, 19110 Old Detroit Rd., Rocky River.  Rocky River resident Jennifer O’Donnell is a candidate for Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas Judge. For more information about the fundraiser and to RSVP (optional), please click HERE.
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Meet & Greet for Monique Smith
Sunday, February 16, 4:30 – 6 PM.  Hosted by Rocky River Democratic Club president, Mike O’Neil.  Spend time with Monique Smith in an intimate, informal setting and share what’s important to you and our community.  Click HERE to RSVP and for more information.
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Ohio Presidential Primary:
Tuesday, March 17th is Election Day
Wednesday, February 19: Early vote-by-mail begins
To check your own voter status, update your address, or register, please click HERE to go to the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections.
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Impeachment:
You may want to contact U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) and encourage him to invite witnesses and serve as an impartial juror.

Cleveland Office:  216-522-7095
Washington D.C. Office:  202-224-3353
Email (complete online form): click HERE

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS

Human Rights Campaign Cleveland Volunteer Open House 
Wednesday, January 29, 6:30 to 8 PM, Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave, Cleveland.  Members of the  HRC Cleveland Steering Committee will be in attendance to share upcoming volunteer activities and leadership opportunities for those looking to step up and join HRC in the fight for LGBTQ equality.  For more information, click HERE

Cleveland Power of Moms: Ohio 2020 (Moms Demand Action) 
Sunday, February 16, 3 PM, Rocky River United Methodist Church, 19414 Detroit Road, Rocky River.  Hear from Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley and local gun sense leaders about the movement’s momentum in Ohio and nationally.  For more information, click HERE

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Icebreaker Wind Project – Take Action to Help Fight Climate Change!

Each of us tries to do our part by using LED bulbs, purchasing energy-efficient appliances, etc. Cleveland now has the potential to make an impact on a larger scale with the implementation of the Icebreaker Wind Project.

Icebreaker Wind Project is a 6-turbine wind farm in the waters of Lake Erie off the coast of Cleveland. It will generate clean, renewable energy and contribute to our area’s economy with more than 500 construction jobs and a projected economic impact of $168M.

The Icebreaker Wind Project would be only the second offshore wind project in the entire United States, and it offers Ohio the opportunity to become a national leader in an emerging industry. It has earned all required Federal approvals, albeit requires a final certificate from the Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB).

PLEASE CLICK HERE and print the letter to Sam Randazzo, Chairman of the OPSB, urging him to grant the certificate. Simply sign your name, address an envelope, and drop it in the mail. It will take a minute and cost a first class stamp, and it is worth the effort for this important cause.

During this season of giving, there is no greater gift we can give to our families than to join our voices together and be heard about the most important issue facing our planet. We, the residents of greater Cleveland, can make a difference on climate change! So again, CLICK HERE to print and send the letter.

Thank you!

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Congratulations, Christina Morris!

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CONGRATULATIONS to CHRISTINA MORRIS, the new At-Large Democratic Member of the Rocky River City Council!

Christina MorrisWe’re delighted that the voters of our community elected Christina Morris, a Representative who will bring fresh, new leadership to our local government.

We’re grateful to all of the volunteers who shared their time and effort to help win this election!

Please join us to celebrate!
Tuesday, November 19th, 7 PM
Rocky River Public Library

Together, we’ll share this well-earned victory, and look to the future of our great city.  Everyone is welcome on this festive evening – bring your family and friends!  Desserts and refreshments will be served.

Thank you for all of your support, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Mike, Deb, Rick, Rob

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Next Club Meeting: Tuesday, October 29th

ROCKY RIVER DEMOCRATIC CLUB
Tuesday, October 29, 7 PM
Rocky River Public Library
1600 Hampton, Rocky River

During the Meeting:

Tri-C: Where Futures Begin
Speaker: Dr. Andrew Cox, Director of Access and Community Engagement.  His remarks will address the benefits of the renewal of the tax levy for Northeast Ohio.  This proposal will be on your ballot. Additional background from Crain’s Cleveland Business can be found here.

Postcard Activity for Our Local Candidates
Every vote matters!  You’ll help get the word out by completing postcards to fellow residents of Rocky River encouraging them to cast a ballot.

Click each candidate’s name to go their website where you can learn more.

At-Large
CHRISTINA MORRIS
PATRICIA ROBERTS-LICHKO
CASSIMIR SVIGELJ

Ward 3
ROBERT E. McRAE

If you’d like to volunteer for the candidates and/or take one of their yard signs, please contact us at: [email protected] and we’ll get in touch with you.

VOTING INFORMATION

The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections website, HERE, is easy to navigate and contains all the information needed to:

– Vote by mail
– Where to vote
– What’s on your ballot

Please share the link with family, neighbors, and friends.  If you have any questions about voting, you can also email us at: [email protected].

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Candidate Debate Forum Tonight!

CANDIDATE DEBATE FORUM

With very strong turnout, Rocky River voted Democratic in last year’s Midterms and voted for Hillary Clinton in 2016.  Yet, turnout is low in off-year local elections, and Rocky River is left with an all Republican city council.
Election Day is November 5th! Please encourage EVERYONE you know to participate in democracy!
We hope that you’ll attend the Candidate Debate Forum tonight that is sponsored by The League of Women Voters.
Thursday, October 3, 7 PM
Don Umerley Civic Center, 21016 Hilliard Blvd.
DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES FOR ROCKY RIVER CITY COUNCIL 

The Democratic Candidates for Rocky River City Council need your support and vote!

Support includes placing yard signs and volunteering to distribute literature in the community.  Surprisingly, many of our neighbors are unaware that we have local elections this year.  Please help us get the word out!

Click each candidate’s name to go their website where you can learn more and volunteer for a specific candidate.

At-Large
CHRISTINA MORRIS
PATRICIA ROBERTS-LICHKO
CASSIMIR SVIGELJ

Ward 3
ROBERT E. McRAE

If you’d like to volunteer for any and all candidates, please contact us at: [email protected] and we’ll get in touch with you.  We realize everyone is busy, and ask only for an hour or two of your time. Watch for Club Door Hanger opportunities!

IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, October 7: Deadline to register to vote.  Please share this link – https://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/en-US/voter-registration.aspx – with anyone you know who needs to register.  It’s fast and easy.
Tuesday, October 8: The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections begins mailing absentee ballots

Tuesday, October 15: Next Democratic Presidential debate.

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