AUSTERLITZ DEMS TO MEET SATURDAY AUGUST 8 at 10am

Dear Fellow Democrats,

Please join us for the next meeting of the ADC on Saturday August 8th at 10 am in the town hall in Spencertown on Route 203.  We have an upcoming election this Fall, and will be discussing candidates, our platform, the caucus, and other election related issues. We look forward to seeing you on the 8th!

Thank you,
Your Austerlitz Democratic Committee

AUSTERLITZ DEMOCRATS 2015 ELECTION KICKOFF MEETING

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

The Austerlitz Democrats will hold a 2015 kickoff meeting this coming Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 10:00am in the Town Hall.  All Austerlitz Democrats are welcome.  2015 is an election year with two town board seats up.  We won last election and we can win this one too.  Please come join us this Saturday.

Thank you!

Your Austerlitz Democratic Committee

CHILI COOK-OFF IS POSTPONED

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Our candidates decided that they wanted to spend as much time as possible this coming weekend visiting as many likely voters as possible.  We have a very real chance of winning, so we hope you understand that we have decided to postpone the chile cook-off until after the election.  We will plan a post election celebration - win, lose or draw.  And to be clear, we are quite hopeful!

So please look for a new "Save the Date" in the near future.  If you would like one or all all of our candidates (Rob Lagonia for Town Supervisor, Greg Vogler for Town Board and Sharon Grubin for Town Justice) to visit or call you, let us know at austerlitzdemocraticcommittee@gmail.com.

And please remember to vote on November 5th!

Thank you, your Austerlitz Democratic Committee

CHILI COOK OFF is NEXT SUNDAY NOV 3

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Please mark your calendars for two important upcoming dates:

On Sunday, November 3rd from 11-1 at the Spencertown Firehouse, please come out with your friends and neighbors to support and hear from your candidates (Rob Lagonia for Town Supervisor, Greg Vogler for Town Board, and Sharon Grubin for Town Justice) for this year's important election. Taste their chilies and see just how broad our candidates' talents range! Hear from the candidates at noontime. It's a fun-raiser, not a fundraiser. Please join us for this fun, informative and tasty event!

Please remember to get out and vote on Tuesday, November 5. The polls are open from 6AM - 9PM. Elections are won or lost by just a few votes; your vote counts!

Thank you, your Austerlitz Democratic Committee

GET OUT THE VOTE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Our campaign signs are up and visible throughout town. Who's behind the signs: our well qualified, balanced and independent minded candidates: Rob Lagonia (Supervisor), Greg Vogler (Board), and Sharon Grubin (Justice), and that is what is going to win this important local election. Speaking to important local and county issues, the candidates are out campaigning door-to-door, meeting with key constituents from both parties, and our message is resonating. Most importantly, we have a balanced, energetic, well-qualified ticket.

We need your help with these efforts in these next few weeks:

~ The GOTV (get out the vote) effort is critical, especially in a non-national election year. In addition to voting yourself, we need your help with driving and calling lists, especially during the weekend before and up through Election Day (November 1-5th). Please contact Tobby (tcassuto@taconic.net) to sign up for this important support.

~ Send letters to the editor of our local newspapers to support our candidates; please add your voice (contact Eileen efusco1160@yahoo.com) for information).

And please remember to...
 ~ VOTE on November 5th! Elections in our town are own (or lost) by a handful of votes, so vote yourself and take a neighbor, and please call a few more.

 ~ Save the date for our Nov. 3rd chili bake, the culmination of the campaign and our show of support for our awesome candidates.

 ~ Donate to the Austerlitz Democratic Committee (PO Box 266, Spencertown; with street address please). Less than a month to go to electing a more independent, balanced local government representative of all of its constituents!

Thank you so very much, the Austerlitz Democratic Committee

AUSTERLITZ DEMOCRATS CHOOSE CANDIDATES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, AUSTERLITZ DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE

Contact: Eileen Fusco, Chair            

AUSTERLITZ DEMOCATIC COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES
SLATE FOR NOVEMBER 2013 LOCAL ELECTION

Today, Austerlitz Democratic Committee Chairwoman Eileen Fusco announced the Democratic slate for November’s local elections:  “Austerlitz Democrats selected a well qualified and bi-partisan slate of men and women who stand ready to work together and lead the town of Austerlitz forward.  I am proud to announce the following candidates for office: Robert Lagonia for Town Supervisor, Greg Vogler for Town Board, Susan Haag for Town Clerk/Tax Collector, Bobby Meehan for Highway Superintendent, and Sharon Grubin for Town Justice.”

“Rob Lagonia has a unique combination of experience in private business and public service, and I am confident Rob will bring the same level of professionalism to the town board as he did to the Town court, where he served for many years.  Greg Vogler has spent almost 30 years as an auditor and will bring his audit disciplines of fact based questions, unbiased analysis and inclusive, cost conscious solutions to Town board decisions.  The Committee also unanimously crossed endorsed Susan Haag in recognition of her outstanding service as Town Clerk.” Fusco continued.

“I am pleased to announce our support of Sharon Grubin for Town Justice.  As an attorney and former federal court judge, Sharon has the experience and knowledge necessary to ensure that Austerlitz town court continues to operate with the same professionalism the Town has come to expect of its judges.  Bobby Meehan is the incumbent Highway Superintendent and was selected again by the Austerlitz Democrats for re-election.” said Fusco.

Democratic County Committee Chair, Cyndy Hall, who attended the caucus along with Virginia Martin, Democratic Commissioner for the County's Board of Elections, stated at the end: "The Democratic process worked well today in Austerlitz. Although you had some difficult issues to work out, the caucus process was followed, everyone had their say and people were treated with respect. It was a pleasure to see democracy in action."

Election Day is November 5, 2013.  For more information or to complete an absentee ballot please email the Austerlitz Democratic Committee at AusterlitzDemocraticCommittee@gmail.com.

AUSTERLITZ DEMOCRATS CAUCUS is this SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7 at 1PM in the TOWN HALL

Hello Friends and Fellow Democrats:

Reminder: The Austerlitz Democratic Committee will caucus this coming Saturday September 7 at 1 pm in the Austerlitz Town Hall.  At the caucus we will choose our candidates for the November election.  Candidate nominations for Town Supervisor, the Town Board and Highway Supervisor will be made there and voted on by any registered Austerlitz Democrat.  We hope all registered Democrats in our town take the time to attend so their voices can be heard and their votes counted for the candidates of their choice.  

Please come!   And......

Events:  We are planning two major events.  Please mark your calendars for these as well.  The first event we'll hold on Sunday, September 22.  Then, on Saturday, November 2, we'll have another great chili bake-off.  Location and time to follow.  Come join the candidates at these events.  We'll need volunteers too.  So please let us know if you can help.  These events can't go on without good volunteers like yourselves!

Fundraising:  Thank you to the several people who have donated to us in the last few months.  But much more money is needed.   So, please send a donation to Austerlitz Democrats, PO Box 266, Spencertown, NY 12165. The donations are not tax deductible, but are very much appreciated.

CAUCUS CHANGED TO SEPTEMBER 7 at 1PM

Hello Friends and Fellow Democrats:

The meeting date for the Austerlitz Democratic Committee caucus has been changed. We will be holding our caucus on September 7 at 1 pm in the Austerlitz Town Hall, to choose our candidates for the November election.  Candidate nominations can be made there and voted on by any registered Austerlitz Democrat.  We hope all registered Democrats in our town take the time to attend so their voices can be heard and their votes counted for the candidates of their choice.  

Please mark your calendars!

Events:  We are planning two major events.  Please mark your calendars for these as well.  The first event we'll hold on September 21.  Then, on Saturday, November 2, we'll have another great chili bake-off.  Location and time to follow.  Come join the candidates at these events.  We'll need volunteers too.  So please let us know if you can help.  These events can't go on without good volunteers like yourselves!

Fundraising:  Thank you to the several people who have donated to us in the last few months.  But much more money is needed.   So, please send a donation to Austerlitz Democrats, PO Box 266, Spencertown, NY 12165. The donations are not tax deductible, but are very much appreciated.

And, as always....

Remember to send to us, at AusterlitzDemocraticCommittee@gmail.com, the email addresses of friends who want to join our distribution list.

AUSTERLITZ DEMS to meet SATURDAY, JULY 20

Hello Friends and Fellow Democrats:

The Austerlitz Democrats will be meeting this coming Saturday July 20 at 10am in the Town Hall. At the meeting we'll discuss several important topics including the latest on our candidate search, when we will formally caucus and planning for our fall GOTV and meet the candidates events. We hope you come join us!

And, as always....

Remember to send to us, at AusterlitzDemocraticCommittee@gmail.com, the email addresses of friends who want to join our distribution list.

Finally, we want to be able to fund our big campaign this year. Please send a donation to Austerlitz Democrats, PO Box 266, Spencertown, NY 12165. The donations are not tax deductible, but are very much appreciated.

Meet Mike Winnie for Sheriff, July 1 @ Mexican Radio

Hello Friends and Fellow Democrats:

Mike Winnie for Sheriff has invited you to a wonderful fundraiser at Mexican Radio in Hudson. The event will be on Monday July 1 from 12-2pm and 5-8pm in the restaurant at 537 Warren Street. Mexican Radio will donate a percentage of all day proceeds to Mike's campaign fund.

This is a great opportunity to meet the candidate for Columbia County Sheriff and donate to his campaign. T-Shirts, Bumper Stickers and other support items will be available. Appetizers will be served, cash bar available. Make Checks Payable to: Friends of Mike Winnie for Sheriff.

Please visit Mike at  www.winnieforsheriff.com or at www.mexrad.com or at www.facebook.com/winnieforsheriff.

Let's make a concerted effort to have lunch, dinner or a few margaritas at Mexican Radio on Monday, July 1.   Mike will be there for most of the day to meet and greet you!

Please also remember to send to us, at AusterlitzDemocraticCommittee@gmail.com, the email addresses of friends who want to join our distribution list.  And check out our blog at: http://austerlitzdemocrats.blogspot.com/

Finally, we want to be able to fund our big Austerlitz campaign this year.  Please send a donation to Austerlitz Democrats, PO Box 266, Spencertown, NY 12165. The donations are not tax deductible, but are very much appreciated.

Report on our June Committee Meeting

Hello Friends and Fellow Democrats:

An engaged group, composed of some regulars and some new members, gathered to discuss the issues of this important election year:

• A report from the treasurer indicated a number of contributions received since our last meeting. Keep them coming folks, we need to support our candidates this year! Information on how to contribute is at the bottom of this email.
• The nominating committee reported on a strong pipeline and is currently interviewing prospective candidates.
• The platform was discussed, and there was general consensus on the key issues and positions. Our platform, which is based on our stated values, will be unveiled after the caucus. It addresses specifics of keeping our town vibrant, supporting our constituents, our participation at the county level, ethics, and town safety. The group agreed we have an excellent foundation of issues on which to launch our candidates.
• Finally, we decided to have an informative, fun, fundraising event highlighting our candidates in the early Fall, likely September. Stay tuned for a "Save the Date"!  A second, pre-election event will be held just before the November elections.

Mark your calendars for Saturday July 20th at 10 am at the Town Hall for our next meeting - you won't have wait for these reports-so come out and join us, and tell your friends.

Remember this is a big year and has the potential to be pivotal; The Town Supervisor and two Town Board members are up for election. We can win this election as we did with the Town Judge David Cassuto last year (in 2012, Democrats won in Austerlitz from the President all the way down the ticket!). 

Remember to send to us, at AusterlitzDemocraticCommittee@gmail.com, the email addresses of friends who want to join our distribution list.

Finally, we want to be able to fund our big campaign this year. Please send a donation to Austerlitz Democrats, PO Box 266, Spencertown, NY 12165. The donations are not tax deductible, but are very much appreciated.

2011 Austerlitz Democratic Candidates

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For Reelection as Town Justice

 

Cheryl A. Roberts, Esq.

8 years experience on the bench of the Austerlitz Town court. 20 years experience in environmental law and nearly a decade in municipal law. Former staffer to Democratic and Republican members of the US Congress. Former private school administrator.

Judge Roberts is a two term incumbent. She is an attorney with Rapport Meyers, LLP in Hudson, NY, specializing in environmental and municipal law.

Proud mother of two daughters — a freshman at Mt. Holyoke College and a junior at Chatham High School.

Contact Cheryl Roberts at Cheryl@fairpoint.net

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For Reelection as Town Justice

Robert Lagonia

Appointed to serve the remaining one year of the unexpired term of former town justice. Subsequently elected town justice and currently serving a second four year term.
 
Jurisdiction includes felony arraignments and preliminary hearings, misdemeanors, vehicle and traffic law infractions, small claims, eviction proceedings, and certain family court matters.

Responsible with Judge Roberts for all aspects of oversight of two court clerks, court budget and books.

Contact Robert Lagonia at rob@lagonias.com

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For election to Town Board

Brian Polhemus
Long time resident who cares deeply about Austerlitz, its residents and issues. He has gotten to know many people in town and has listened to their concerns over many years. These issues and a desire to impact the community motivated him to seek a town board position.

A carpenter and cabinetmaker whose business is located in Spencertown, he is married to life long area resident Elizabeth Digiovanni, and proud father of Gianni a state bicycle racing champion who attends Chatham middle school.

Contact Brian Polhemus at bearww@fairpoint.net