• About EDC
Yes, there ARE Democrats in Escondido! In fact, there are more than 15,000 registered Democrats in our city.
The Escondido Democratic Club is a chartered club of the San Diego County Democratic Party.
The Escondido Democratic Club provides opportunities for active political participation for members of the California Democratic Party in the Escondido area. We unite in order to promote democratic principles, issues, and candidates, thereby contributing to the democratic process in America.
Our Objectives:
- To educate our members.
- To support Democratic candidates.
- To advocate on behalf of important issues.
- To encourage participation in self-government.
- And to have fun doing it!
Consider joining! Check out the information about our next meeting and attend! We look forward to meeting you!
For information on this site, contact Rick Moore, communications@escondidodems.org.
Recent news coverage about EDC
Working Families Summit spotlights recession, local concerns
EDC co-sponsored event on whether Escondido ‘works’ for working families
North County Times, September 24, 2011
Democratic Club holds Labor Day rally
North County Times, September 6, 2011
Charter effort criticized for lack of public input
North County Times, June 12, 2011
Forum will examine pros, cons of ballpark proposal
Critics, supporters will engage in first public debate
North County Times, October 9, 2010
City may give local firms leg up on construction projects
Goal is more jobs for city contractors, residents
North County Times, October 5, 2010
City Democrats fighting uphill battle
Club gaining momentum in Republican city
North County Times, April 12, 2010
EDC officers for 2012:
Christine Nava, President (send email)
Mark Skok, VP, Political Action (send email)
Jeff Griffith, VP, Membership (send email)
Rick Moore, VP, Communications (send email)
Margaret Liles, Secretary (send email)
Butch Norwood, Treasurer (send email)
Paul McNamara, Past President
Bylaws
The current EDC Bylaws ( PDF) (Adopted June 23, 2007)
PROPOSED REVISION to current bylaws (PDF, Presented January 14, 2012)
EDC Standing Rules for Endorsement (PDF) (Revised September 11, 2010)
PROPOSED REVISION to Standing Rules for Endorsement (PDF, Presented January 14, 2012)
EDC Standing Rules for Campaign Support (PDF) (Adopted April 2010)
EDC Standing Rules for Resolutions (PDF) (Adopted April 2010)
2011 Annual Plan
EDC’s 2011 Annual Plan (PDF)
EDC’s PROPOSED 2012 Annual Plan (PDF Presented January 14, 2012)
EDC Policies
Website Editorial Policy (PDF)
E-News Message Policy (PDF)
EDC Resolutions
January 2012 — Resolution in Opposition to Proposed Change to Charter City Status (Presented January 14, 2012 for consideration and discussion February 18, 2012)
January 2012 — Resolution Regarding a Fair and Equitable Elections Process for Escondido (Presented January 14, 2012 for consideration and discussion February 18, 2012)
August 2010 — Resolution Regarding a Proposed Local Employment Program (Adopted September 11, 2010.)
June 2010 — Resolution calling upon City Council to demonstrate leadership (Adopted July 10, 2010.)
May 2010 — Resolution opposing police checkpoints (Adopted June 12, 2010.)
March 2010 — Resolution for Mayor Pfeiler urging climate protection actions by City
January 2010 — Resolution to City Council regarding City budget reductions
Minutes of EDC Monthly Meetings