Clallam County Democrats’ annual major fundraiser is coming right up on Saturday, October 3rd.

This year we will be in the Sunset Lounge of beautiful Field Hall with a catered, plated lunch, prominent Democrat guest speakers, candidates, and entertainment by our very own pianist Linda Dowdell. 

As usual, there will be an interesting silent auction, chaired again by Christy Holy [email protected]  and her volunteers. Auction donations are appreciated; they will be picked up, or you may drop them off at Dems headquarters. Please include your name and value of the item with the donation. A new addition will be “Raise the Paddle” to make monetary donations in case you don’t find anything in our auction. 

Before sitting down to lunch, you will be able to mingle at a meet-and-greet with our elected officials from 11 AM to Noon. 

Please make your reservations by filling out the online form at https://forms.gle/RKagEU42bmUsAzXg7 or bring a check to headquarters. At the time of signing up, you will be asked to choose between three menu selections.

Our caterer requests an ABSOLUTE deadline of September 25th.
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The ticket price will be $100 per person or $800 per table of 8 guests. No latecomers, please!

Our hearts are with the people of Venezuela as they face the devastating aftermath of the recent earthquakes. Families have lost loved ones, homes, and access to essential services, and many communities are in urgent need of support. As Democrats we support these efforts. 

Congress and previous administrations have always supported goals that include promoting democratic institutions and protecting human rights in Venezuela. The Venezuelan people, victims of these horrific earthquakes need our help.

Someone very important to us here in the Clallam County Democrats has close connections to the earthquake victims in Venezuela. Please consider donating if you can:

​We see them all over town, living in tents, or just curled up in a sheltered place in a sleeping bag or tarp. They may seem faceless, or even dangerous, but they are our neighbors and fellow citizens. We call them the homeless, the unhoused, or the unsheltered. They are defined by what they lack – a secure permanent residence with a roof, four walls, heating, and the other features that make up what we call a home. Most are facing personal challenges, which may be related to personal finances, substance abuse, or mental health.

I see that you have developed a strategic plan for homelessness. How do you implement that plan?
We implement the 2025–2030 Homeless Housing Plan by turning its five objectives into concrete action steps, timelines, and partner responsibilities. The plan is built around required state objectives and includes detailed strategies—for example, expanding one-stop resource access, strengthening workforce capacity, preventing homelessness episodes, prioritizing people with the highest barriers, and increasing stable housing options. Implementation occurs through the Homelessness Task Force (HTF), partner cities/other government organizations, Tribes, community providers, and county departments. Progress is monitored through HMIS data, community reports, and regular assessments of shelter, outreach, and housing systems. The plan is considered a living document and will be updated as needed to ensure homelessness becomes rare, brief, and non recurring. (Read the entire Plan.)

​“We did a lot in the Housing space again this year!” – State Senator Mike Chapman

Housing Principles
Every Washingtonian needs a home, but for too many the opportunity to afford their mortgage or rent is out of reach. That’s why we’ve focused so much attention on increasing the supply of housing to drive down the costs for everyone. We must continue to cut red tape for builders, find new and creative ways to build housing, and champion ideas like rent stabilization to continue to make the cost of housing more affordable and predictable for all Washington families.