Section 1. No proxies shall be permitted. The certified Delegates whose seats are in question shall not be entitled to vote, but all other Delegates, including those whose seats may be the subject of a later contest, may vote on such contest. "I would say to look at the turnout for this regorg(nization), Miller said. Miller said he can do a better job of recruiting voters that feel disaffected, left on the outside. Nonvoting CEC Officers (Non-Voting Officers) shall include the WCRP legal counsel and any other Non-Voting Officer deemed necessary by the Chairman. Name and Purpose. 725 Cool Springs Blvd., Suite 600, Franklin, TN 37067. Exceptions to the above prohibition include: An individual Officer or Non-Voting Officers endorsement of himself, his spouse, or a member of his immediate family provided he makes the familial relationship known as part of said endorsement. ", "Everything that they say about the party is always negative," Brown said. This committee will be responsible for carrying out all administrative duties to include, but not be limited to: office assistance, volunteer coordination, donor database updates in Constant Contact, creation of marketing and membership tools, coordination of all communication efforts to include press releases, responses, and evaluation of issue resolutions, establish and maintain appropriate forms of communications with the TRP including email lists, websites and all social media accounts, plus ensure the WCRP and its candidates are submitting up-to-date and accurate contact information to the TRP. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Archie Mountbatten, son of Prince Harry, is 4. Williamson County's three Republican incumbents in the Tennessee House of Representatives Brandon Ogles, Glen Casada and Sam Whitson all went on to defeat their respective Democratic challengers; Sam Bledsoe, Elizabeth Madeira and Jenn Foley. The TennCon Big 7! Provide common sense conservatives ideas and solutions as an alternative to failed liberal ideology and policy. She noted that much of that fundraising occurred despite obstacles during the pandemic. Aided by a group of new vice chairs, treasurers and secretaries, Miller's new role means a larger voice for Williamson County's grassroots Republicans, who describe themselves as the true conservatives. In 2020, Williamson County, TN had a population of 232k people with a median age of 39.3 and a median household income of $111,196. There was a problem saving your notification. I established Knoxvilles civilian-run police review boards and it was approved three years later by the City Council, then retained and enhanced by Mayors Bill Haslam, Daniel Brown, Madeline Rogero and Indya Kincannon. Brown says Williamson GOP has 'excelled' Brown said the mission of the county's Republican Party has been to recruit new members, raise funds, support Republican candidates, uphold. We at the Texas Young Republicans, are an official Republican Party of Texas auxiliary focused on Republicans ages 18 - 40. Williamson County. Williamson County Republican Party Chair Tracy Miller speaks at the WCRP 2023 Convention in Franklin where he was elected to lead the county party on April 18, 2023. And help bolster we want to see passed, he added. Grant Rosenberg is 43. The Finance Committee, under the direction of the Treasurer and Chairman shall review the WCRP financial statements monthly, conduct requested internal reviews and advise as to financial policies and procedures. 725 Cool Springs Blvd., Suite 600, Franklin, TN 37067 . Home. Convention announcement details must also state that any bona fide Republicans interested in running for County Party Chairman must submit their names and contact information to the Contest and Credentials Committee seven (7) calendar days before the convention. It shall hear and determine any contests of elections at Precinct Conventions, subject to appeal to the County Delegated Convention as a whole, in the manner set forth below. If he is unable to be present, the Precinct Vice-Chairman, if any, shall preside. The county party has raised about $500,000 for Republican candidates during her tenure, she said, and has produced the most revenue ever the most of any local party statewide. Officers may proxy their vote to another Officer. The newly elected Chairman shall, upon election, assume the chair and preside over the remainder of the convention. THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY. There shall be no appeals to the Convention unless filed in writing to the Contest and Credentials Committee as set forth above. No fee collected from any candidate that is not currently held by a republican. Meetings of the Contest and Credentials Committee shall be open to the public. Shop; More A vote for chair of the Williamson GOP in past years, perhaps a simple, procedural decision is shaping up to be a large-scale gathering of local conservatives picking sides for control of arguably the states most powerful county Republican Party organizations. Kyle P. McDonald is 41. You must be a bonafide Republican. See below for more on this. Carry out any other duties as needed by the Chairman. Brown, who is the first Black woman to lead the Williamson GOP, indicated some of the push to change the local GOP leadership could also stem from outside or transplant influences. "Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. This committee may develop ways of advising the WCRPs on issues and prepare, when needed, materials and talking points for use by members, the CEC, and Republican candidates. Unbudgeted expenses exceeding $2,000.00 must be approved by a majority vote of the CEC; Serve as one of three (3) signatories on the bank account and sign as second signatory for all disbursements exceeding $2,000.00. This committee will verify prospective candidates through voting records, surveys, town halls and debates, provide prospective candidates with information concerning election procedures, and assist them otherwise to maximize the probability of electoral victory. I would have continued if I had the opportunity to continue and take the party to a new level, but, you know, the people spoke.. Partly cloudy skies. Proxies shall count toward quorum. Section 1. 36 were here. The Williamson County Republican Party elected Tracy Miller as its new chair during the 2023 Mass Convention on April 18 amidst declarations of division and questions of unity ahead of the incoming 2024 election season. Endorsement of a Republican opponent of a Republican candidate who, as a member of the Tennessee General Assembly, voted for any redistricting plan opposed by the TRP either through the State Executive Committee (SEC), the State Chairman, or the TRPs legal counsel. These Non-Voting Officers shall be appointed by the Chairman subject to the approval of a majority vote of the CEC. Continuing with the swamp metaphor, Miller said stepping into a murky water could hide hidden currents, You link arms, Miller said. Within seven (7) calendar days after the Precinct Conventions, the Contest and Credentials Committee shall meet and review all certifications made pursuant to Section 4 above. This committee shall be under the direction of the Third Vice-Chairman. Within ninety (90) calendar days of a Chairmans appointment, the committee shall submit a plan to the CEC spanning the duration of their term and proposing events to be executed by the committee and the WCRP. Washington County. The purpose of the meeting shall be stated in the notice. Steven D. Larimer is 65. Miller said even in majority conservative Williamson County there exists a tributary that reaches back to good old Washington, D.C. sometimes referred to as "the swamp," where longtime politicians are sometimes accused of corruption or government waste. All Delegates must be bona fide Republicans duly registered to vote in, and residing in, the Precinct at the time of the Precinct Convention. Contributions or Gifts Are Not Tax Deductible. Any remaining Alternate Delegate positions which cannot be filled by election, shall be filled by appointment by the Precinct Chairman. Any individual who has voted in the last three Statewide Republican primaries in his county of residence during those primary elections. Charles Busler is 74. We communicate directly with subscribers to avoid social media censorship. The issue is the party should be able to have conversations within itself about things that we believe, Humble told The News following Millers election. For instance, Republican Gov. If both the Chairman and the First Vice-Chairman are absent from a CEC meeting, the Second Vice Chairman shall serve in his absence. 2023 Williamson County Republican Party. The CEC shall meet at least quarterly, but shall meet monthly during Tennessee statewide election years. If the County Chairman fails to call the meeting, the State Chairman shall appoint a temporary County Chairman to carry out the procedures for reorganizing the County Party. Miller, who donated more than $1,300 to the county party last year, believes he can grow the already-high fundraising numbers for the party, and at a more sustained rate.. Timely file all reports as required by law. Strengthen the party through outreach, camaraderie, education, and respectful debate. Each CEC shall submit an updated list of recognized auxiliary organizations prior to their biennial reorganization. We have over one thousand members and 20 chapters across the state, and we are . Section 8. We love the Republican party, but we love the Republican party as much as it is an efficient and effective vehicle to promote conservative values -- Thats the purpose of the party.. In 2016, Tracy Miller and his brother, Andy Miller, agreed to pay $7.75 million in a settlement that alleged that the brothers defrauded a federal military health care program. In case of party reorganization, if a potential delegate cannot be present, he or she may submit a written letter of intent to attend the delegated convention and accept a delegate nomination at that precinct convention. The committee shall maintain a calendar of Republican events, those facilitated by the WCRP, and otherwise, occurring in and around Williamson County, and encourage participation. Such fees may be submitted in any manner determined to be acceptable by the TRP, which will maintain an updated list of acceptable payment methods and provide that list to any candidate seeking office as a Republican within three (3) days of a written request for the same. Section 4. The Precinct Convention shall then proceed to such other business as may be appropriate. Tennessee Young Republicans is the home for conservatives between the ages of 18 & 40 in Tennessee. Photo Credits: Kelly M. Jackson. But he believes some Republicans have felt unwelcome or kept at a distance.. To remove the Chairman from office, Rule F of the TRPs Rules and Regulations shall govern the process. ", "The power of the American people, when we rise up and stand for liberty, knows no bounds. The challenge shall be resolved pursuant to the standards and procedures set forth in Section 2 above. Section 2. Fri 8am-5pm 2023 Williamson County Republican Party. Section 1. This committee shall meet every other month to ensure all tasks are performed. Section 5. The Secretary shall announce at the beginning of each CEC meeting any vacancy. More about this speaker, author, and filmmaker at DineshDSouza.com. Victor Ashe is a former Knoxville mayor and former ambassador to Poland. Use of the unit rule shall not be permitted. Younger Democrats also remain a reluctant part of Biden's coalition, the AP . A swell of hands rose in the Liberty Hall at the Factory at Franklin. By show of hands, how many of you here tonight have felt unwelcome pushed to a distance or even just confused by what's going on in the party? Miller asked. Low around 45F. It means character, and it means listening from time to time. The CEC shall consist of the following Voting Officers (Officers): Elected by the County Convention (Convention): the County Chairman (Chairman), First Vice-Chairman (opposite sex from Chairman), Second Vice-Chairman, Third Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Treasurer, & Assistant Treasurer; The Immediate Past County Chairman (Past Chairman); Elected by the SEC District: the State Executive Committeeman and State Executive Committeewoman; Elected by the respective organizations memberships, the President of the Tennessee Federated Republican Womens Club in the County, and the Chairman of the Williamson County Young Republicans (YR). If you are a Republican between the ages of 18 and 40, join the Williamson County Young Republicans to connect with like minded young people to make an impact in our state and nation. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph. The purposes of the WCRP include, but are not limited to, the following: Recruit and elect Republican candidates to office on the national, state and local levels; Section 1. Stay Connected! A Chairman running for public office in a contested Republican Primary shall resign his position within ten (10) days after the filing deadline. Thats disheartening to hear that when youre talking about bringing people together, you shouldnt demean the other percentage of people, when youre trying to bring unity, as you [Miller] say.. "We have raised nearly a half a million dollars, which makes us the top producing county party in the state. More than 600 county Republican Party voters cast their ballots in The Factory at Franklin's Liberty Hall, and the now-former . The Epoch Times, the Nashville Republican Women, Williamson County Young Republicans, and Davidson County Young Republicans are scheduled to host a debate with a unique format on Tuesday July 12 for the Republican primary in the race for Tennessee's 5th Congressional District seat.. I have been here for a minute. A hard copy of monthly transactions is to be maintained on a current basis in the WCRP office. If you are unsure of your voting status, please email contact@williamsonconservatives.comto have it checked. At the meeting held pursuant to the foregoing Section, the Contest and Credentials Committee shall fix the time and place for hearing all contests filed pursuant to this Section; and the Chairman shall notify the contestants and the contested Delegates of the time and place for hearing such contests. 107 talking about this. The TRP and each CEC shall maintain a list of all recognized auxiliary organizations for the application of the forgoing standards. The Contest and Credentials Committee shall place the eligible candidates into nomination whose names they received seven (7) calendar days before the convention; no nominations for Chairman shall come from the floor. The WCRP may reorganize through a delegated convention as outlined in Part II of these rules but must first receive approval to do so from the State Chairman. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. TN Gained 62,000 Taxpayers, $4.1B in Personal Income AGI In 2020, Major Mismanagement Found Within Coffee County Drug Court Foundation, Jefferson County GOP Town Hall Meeting Features Open Mic To Address Public Policy Issues, Moms For Liberty Williamson County To Host Pete Hegseth And Michael Knowles At CAPSTONE 101 May 8th. A hard copy or thumbdrive of minutes shall be turned over to the new Secretary upon the end of his term within the first fifteen (15) days of transition. Actions that shall not be handled by electronic votes include: election of Officers, amendment of the Bylaws, or removal of an Officer. Officers shall be elected at the Convention to be held between January 15 and April 15 of each odd numbered year or as otherwise approved by the TRP Chairman. Policy & Issue Education: This committee shall be under the direction of the First Vice-Chairman. The requesting Officers must send a copy to the Officer for whom removal is being proposed by certified mail, return receipt requested, at the Officers address last known to the WCRP. ARTICLE I. The deliberations are confidential, but why would the final conclusion be kept secret for almost a month given that former state rep Jeremy Durham had been removed for similar offenses three years ago? Miller was later elected party chairman as part of the Republican leadership overhaul at the biennial reorganization event. At such meeting, in any event, the County Chairman shall appoint, with the approval of the Officers present, a Parliamentarian and a Contest and Credentials Committee to serve for the County Convention. The meeting shall then proceed to the election of other Officers of the County Party, including a Vice-Chairman of the opposite sex from the Chairman, a Secretary, a Treasurer, a Vice-Treasurer, and such other Officers as approved in the Countys Bylaws, subject to the Tennessee Republican Party Bylaws and Rules. Section 3. There are quite a few clubs in Williamson County that support Republican ideals and candidates. Describe the error, where you saw it, the date, page number or the URL. Shall direct, under the direction of the Chairman, with the Elections & Candidate Support Committee and assist with coordinating the efforts of this Committee; and. The number of Delegates to be elected from each Precinct shall be determined from the official voting records of the last Presidential General Election, and shall be certified in writing and delivered to the existing Precinct Chairman, or person serving in his stead as described in Part II, Section 2A below, along with the ballots for the election of Precinct Officers and Delegates, and certification forms to be used for the Precinct Convention proceedings. Of course, his wife has been on the board of the Tennessee Republican Party for over five years now, so Ive known them well, and I think that Tracy is going to have his own ideas, and I look forward to working with him to make Williamson County great.. If you are a Republican between the ages of 18 and 40 we would love to have you join us in this fight. Election of Officers shall be made in accordance with the Bylaws and Rules of the TRP. These goals shall be submitted to the CEC within ninety (90) days after the budget is approved. Tennessee Saw The Fifth-Largest Influx Of Taxpayers In 2020 As The Covid-19 Pandemic Began, According To New Data Released By , An Investigation By The Tennessee Comptrollers Office Has Revealed A Series Of Problems Related To The Coffee County Drug Court , The Jefferson County Republican Party Will Be Hosting A Town Hall Meeting On May 23rd Featuring Guest Speakers Attorney Andy , Grassroots Organization Moms For Liberty Williamson County Presents Capstone 101, On Monday, May 8th, At 6:00 Pm, At Generations , 1) Student Network Training Kids As Young As 13 On How To Protest 2) TN Senate Rejects Conservative Lawmakers School . This ceremony can be conducted by any Republican county constitutional officer, by an SEC member representing that Senatorial District, by the State Party Chairman or his designee. Bill Weigel is 85. Such notice of contest shall be filed within five (5) business days after the Precinct Convention. Weve had a diversity of people who come from other states. In order to attend, you must be active in the TNGOP or WCRP. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. The affirmative vote of two-thirds of the Officers physically present, at which a quorum is met, shall be required for removal. Section 2. Click below for more information and join now! Section 3. Section 1. If there is a contest of any election at a Precinct Convention, the Contest and Credentials Committee shall hear and resolve the same. Learn More Become a Member . He was vice chair of the House GOP caucus and serving his third term. Schelzig is editor of the Tennessee Journal, a must-read weekly summary of legislative actions. This year participants were required to register ahead of time so proof of party affiliation and voter registration could be verified. Candidates for Delegate who did not receive sufficient votes to be elected Delegate shall become Alternates, in descending order of the number of votes cast for each person. The official Facebook page for the Williamson County Republican Party in the great state. The next order of business shall be the resolution of any challenge to a citizen's right to vote and participate in the Precinct Convention. He defeated three-year chairman Cheryl Brown despite the local party having brought in the most revenue of the states 95 county parties during her tenure. Steve Richardson is 68. Proxies do not count toward that Officer attendance. Williamson County Republican Party cordially invites you to the 2022 Reagan Gala Fundraiser Featuring our keynote Speaker Dinesh D'Souza!!!! All rights reserved. The Tuesday, July 12 debate will take place at the Landmark Auditorium located at 100 7th Ave. N., #4, in . The Convention shall then proceed to hear and determine any appeals from actions of the Contest and Credentials Committee. On the other is well-connected, Tennessee Republican influencer Tracy Miller.
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