Asian Pacific American Democratic Caucus of Alameda County http://apacaucus.org Growing New Leadership, Supporting Policy, Building Community Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:33:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 8th Annual Membership Dinner Reception ~ Friday, May 3, 2013 http://apacaucus.org/events/8th-annual-membership-reception-friday-may-3-2013/ http://apacaucus.org/events/8th-annual-membership-reception-friday-may-3-2013/#comments Sun, 07 Apr 2013 05:45:54 +0000 administrator http://apacaucus.org/?p=511 May 3, 20136:00 PMto8:00 PM

Please join us in exploring how we, as API’s, can make a difference in our communities.

Appetizing Food.             Good Company.                Ideas That Empower You to Move

Maeley Tom, Community Activist, recipient of the APA Democratic Caucus Lifetime Achievement Award

Introduction by:  Congressman Mike Honda, 17th Congressional District

Keynote Speakers Panel: “Out of the Closet and into the Wok”

Rebecca Kaplan, Councilmember At-Large of the City of Oakland

Evan Low, Mayor of the City of Campbell

Danny Wan, Former Councilmember of the City of Oakland

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When:      Friday, May 3, 2013, 6:00 – 8:00 pm.
                  6:30 Full Dinner, No Host Cocktails.
                  Program begins at 6:30.
 
Where:     Pier 29 Restaurant ~ 1148 Ballena Blvd., Alameda, CA
 
Cost:         $50 for Non-members
                  $40 Members
                 $25 Student Rate
 
Sponsor Levels:  Bronze:    $100 (includes 1 ticket)     
                               Silver:       $250 (2 tickets)
                              Gold:          $500 (5 tickets)                 
                              Platinum: $1000 (10 tickets)
 
Annual Membership: $25
 
Click here to RSVP for dinner reception, sponsor, renew membership or donate.
 

RSVP/Questions: Please contact Karen Fong at karen.fong@sbcglobal.net

Downloadable RSVP/payment form:
 
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Biographies:
 
Maeley Tom
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Rebecca Kaplan and Evan Low
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Danny Wan
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Our April Board Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2013 at 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Location:

American Lung Association in California
424 Pendleton Way
Oakland, CA  94621
]]> http://apacaucus.org/events/april-board-meeting/feed/ 0 “API Political Courage” Award & Scholarship http://apacaucus.org/events/api-political-courage-award-scholarship/ http://apacaucus.org/events/api-political-courage-award-scholarship/#comments Thu, 14 Mar 2013 04:08:17 +0000 administrator http://apacaucus.org/?p=503 The “API Political Courage” Award & Scholarship was established by the APA Democratic Caucus of Alameda County to further the educational and public service goals of students of Asian or Pacific Islander ancestry who demonstrate political leadership, courage, and outstanding community service.  The award is given to students (undergraduate and graduate) who value the ideals and core principals espoused by the Democratic Party and have the attributes to be the next generation of leaders. As a working award, this program provides an opportunity for selected recipients to further develop their leadership skills, network with community and API elected leaders, and gain knowledge of the democratic process.  Up to two recipients will be selected to each receive a $500 scholarship and honored at the APA Democratic Caucus Spring Banquet on Friday, May 3, 2013. 

Completed applications must be postmarked or emailed by FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2013 to be eligible. Download the award description, program requirements and application in word or PDF format.  For questions, please contact Maritessa Bravo Ares at maritessa.bravo.ares@gmail.com.

Please click here for a downloadable requirements and application form.

PDF:

APA Dem Caucus Award and Scholarship Application FINAL_EXTENDED DEADLINE

word:

APA Dem Caucus Award and Scholarship Application FINAL_EXTENDED DEADLINE

 

 

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Our March Board Meeting is scheduled for 1 – 3 PM

Location:

American Lung Association in California
424 Pendleton Way
Oakland, CA  94621
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Our February board meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 9, 2013 at Alameda Hospital in Conference Room A (2nd floor near the lab) from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

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Our next board meeting is scheduled for Saturday, January 12, 2013 at Alameda Hospital in Conference Room A (2nd floor near the lab) from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

]]> http://apacaucus.org/events/january-board-meeting/feed/ 0 2012 Annual Holiday Party and General Membership Meeting http://apacaucus.org/events/2012-annual-holiday-party-and-general-membership-meeting/ http://apacaucus.org/events/2012-annual-holiday-party-and-general-membership-meeting/#comments Sun, 18 Nov 2012 06:25:13 +0000 administrator http://apacaucus.org/?p=454 December 8, 20126:00 PMto8:30 PM

Please join us at our Annual Holiday Potluck Dinner on Saturday, December 8th, from 6:00-8:30 PM. It will be held at the home of Jean and Arnie Fong, 734 Palmera Court, Alameda. Members are requested to bring an appetizer, main entrée, side dish, or dessert serving 8-10 people. Wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.

Guests and potential new members are always welcome!

We would like to start a new tradition by making a donation to a local food bank, so please bring some canned goods for the needy.

There will also be a short general meeting to vote on officers for 2013. The Nominating Committee has submitted the following slate of officers:

Co-Presidents: Calvin Fong and Phong La

Treasurer: Ken Pon

Secretary: Serena Chen

The position of Vice-President is unfilled and will remain so unless there are nominations at this meeting.

If you’re unsure as to the category of food to bring, we will be happy to advise you.

You may RSVP by replying to this email, general@apacaucus.org or Karen at 510-821-1617.

We look forward to seeing you at the party!

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Our next board meeting is scheduled for Saturday, October 13, 2012 at Alameda Hospital in Conference Room A (2nd floor near lab) from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

 

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Here are the candidates that have received endorsements:

State Assembly, District 25 – Bob Wieckowski

Alameda County Board of Supervisors, District 2 – Richard Valle

Pleasanton Mayor – Cheryl Cook-Kallio

Fremont City Council – Sue Chan

San Leandro City Council

District 2 – Ursula Reed

District 4 – Benny Lee

Fremont Unified School District – Ann Crosbie and Reshma Karipineni

Hayward Unified School District – Peter Bufete and Sara Lamnin

 

This is the criteria from our By-Laws used to determine the endorsements:
Article IX. Endorsements: All endorsements must get 60% of votes of the eligible members present and voting on the office or issue in question provided that the membership was notified that endorsements would be entertained in its notice of the meetings, and at least 7 days in advance of the meeting.  Dual endorsements shall be permitted.   Additionally, all ballots shall contain spaces for eligible members to vote for ”No Endorsement” or to “Abstain” and such  votes shall be considered for the purposes of determining the required 60% threshold for endorsement.

Again, thank you to everyone who participated and for your support.

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Here are the candidates that have received endorsements:

Alameda City Council – Jeff Cambra and Stewart Chen

Alameda School Board – Barbara Kahn, Michael Robles-Wong and Neil Tam

Berkeley Mayor – Tom Bates

Berkeley City Council, District 2 – Darryl Moore

Berkeley City Council, District 3 – Max Anderson

Berkeley City Council, District 5 – Laurie Capitelli

Berkeley School Board – Beatriz Leyva-Cutler

Berkeley Rent Board – Alejandro Soto-Vigil and Igor Tregub

Oakland City Attorney – Barbara Parker

Oakland City Council, At-large  – Rebecca Kaplan

Oakland City Council, District 5 – Mario Juarez

 

This is the criteria from our By-Laws used to determine the endorsements:
Article IX. Endorsements: All endorsements must get 60% of votes of the eligible members present and voting on the office or issue in question provided that the membership was notified that endorsements would be entertained in its notice of the meetings, and at least 7 days in advance of the meeting.  Dual endorsements shall be permitted.   Additionally, all ballots shall contain spaces for eligible members to vote for ”No Endorsement” or to “Abstain” and such  votes shall be considered for the purposes of determining the required 60% threshold for endorsement.

Again, thank you to everyone who participated and for your support.

 

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