At the June 2022 monthly meeting of the Solano County Democratic Central Committee (SCDCC) recognized the importance of our public education system and how charter schools fall outside of that while dangerously sapping money from them.  This resolution is meant to be a call to action to stem the tied of funds leaving our public schools systems, and going into private schools.

Below is the resolution, click to open as a PDF.

At the June 2022 monthly meeting of the Solano County Democratic Central Committee (SCDCC) recognized the historic nature and importance of the new Juneteenth national holiday.  The committee recognizes the importance of that historic event that happened in June of 1865 when the last people held in slavery were notified that they had been freed with the Emancipation Proclamation and passage of the 13th Amendment to the US Constitution.

This year, unlike previous years, the country celebrated this important historical event as a national holiday thanks to President Joe Biden.

The SCDCC wants all community members, especially our Democratic Party members to remember that we only thrive when we all enjoy equal representation under the law, and have equitable opportunities. 

Below is the proclamation, click to open as a PDF.

In our May 2022 Monthly meeting, the Solano County Democratic Central Committee members requested the Stonewall Democratic Club of Solano County to proclaim June 2022 as LGBTQ Pride Month for Solano County Democrats.  The committee members unanimously passed the proclamation.

The proclamation is listed below for democrats and Solano County citizens to read.

2/7/2022 - CALL TO ACTION: 
Speak Up at County Board of Education Meeting to Keep Solano Kids Safe

When: Wednesday, February 9, 2022 @ 6 PM

Where: Solano County Board of Education Monthly Meeting
               Zoom link:   https://solanocoe.zoom.us/j/94281644693
               Telephone:  (669) 900-9128, Webinar ID: 942 8164 4693
               In Person:   Boardroom (2nd Floor),  Solano County Office of Education, 
                                 5100 Business Center Drive, Fairfield, California

What:
The Solano Democratic Party is calling on Democrats to stand up for safety in our schools by making their voices heard at the upcoming Solano Board of Education Meeting on February 9^th.

There is a resolution item on the agenda asking Governor Gavin Newsom to veto all future legislation that would require vaccine mandates in public and private schools.

“Please attend and back the governor as he leads the state through the COVID epidemic,” said Marjorie Olson, Chair of the Solano County Democratic Central Committee. “Vaccine requirements are not new for schools and have saved countless lives over many, many years.”

The proposed resolution would be sent from the trustees of the Solano County Board of Education to the Governor, Senate and Assembly leaders to represent Solano County’s stance on the issue. 

This is bad for Solano County’s children and bad for our county.

How to Respond:
Call into the meeting, or submit your public comment in advance at the link below:
       https://forms.gle/N1aZZV62DbZZDTN78

Resources:
The agenda and Draft resolution can be found on the SCBOE website and below:
2-9-2022 Solano County Board of Education Agenda 

Draft Resolution: Resolution No. B21-22-25.

PROCLAMATION

Solano County Democratic Central Committee

 Black History Month, 2022

WHEREAS, the origin of Black History Month began in 1915, half a century after the Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the United States, and emerged out  of “Negro History Week,” the creation of noted Black American historian Carter G. Woodson; and

WHEREAS, with the Civil Rights Movement and a growing awareness of Black Identity, Black History Month or National African American History Month evolved to an annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans of African descent recognizing the central role of Black Americans in U.S. history; and

WHEREAS, many Black Americans lived, toiled, and died in obscurity, never achieving the recognition those individuals deserved, and yet paved the way for future generations to succeed; and

WHEREAS, here in Solano County we honor the memory and legacies of Adam Willis, a enslaved person who lived in Benicia, John Grider who lived in Solano County from 1850 to 1924 and was one of eight Black Americans who participated in the Bear Flag Revolt at Sonoma in 1846. We acknowledge John R. Landaway, Wilson Dixon of Vallejo and Charles Gibson of Suisun City who were members of a state-wide education committee in the 1860’s that raised money to fight for educational opportunities for Black children; and

WHEREAS, the Solano County Democratic Central Committee celebrates the contributions of all people who thrived throughout history making unforgettable positive changes in Solano County as artists, scientists, educators, business people, influential thinkers, members of the faith community, athletes, and political and governmental leaders.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, the Solano County Democratic Central Committee recognizes February 2022 as Black History Month.

DONE AND PROCLAIMED this 26th day of January 2022 in Solano County California.

On January 6th, 2021, a seditious and violent mob of people stormed our US Capitol under the leadership of a President that didn't want to give up power putting our democracy at risk.  We cannot allow this to go without and remembrance.  The Solano County Democratic Central Committee asks you to make note of these events.

Attend a candlelight Vigil

Check Mobilize for nearby live events:  

5:00PM Napa, Veterans Memorial Park

5:15 Davis, Central Park

4:30 Sacramento, J Street and 16th Street

5:30 Walnut Creek, North Main Street & Mount Diablo Boulevard

6:00 Benicia, City Park

On Line

Reclaiming our Democracy with Congresswoman Barbara Lee

Representative Barbara Lee Town Hall , 9:00AM-6:00PM

Send a Message to your Representatives in Washington DC

Republican politicians have introduced over 400 restrictive voting bills this year.  The John Lewis Voting Rights Act provides the tools to address these discriminatory practices and seeks to protect all Americans' right to vote. Send a message of support to the Congressional Representatives and Senators who support this bill. Send a message of disapproval to those who do not.(Names and addresses to follow).

Vote 

Use your right to Vote, update your voter registration if you have moved or made other changes in your voter status.

Be sure that everyone in your circle is registered to vote. Check with family members, friends and neighbors to be sure they are up to date on registration.

https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/?end_date=2022-01-12T07%3A59%3A59.999Z&is_virtual_flexible=false&start_date=2022-01-04T08%3A00%3A00.000Z

Who Is Behind the Recall?

At the June 2021 monthly meeting of the Solano County Democratic Central Committee (SCDCC) recognized the historic nature and importance of the new Juneteenth national holiday.  The committee recognizes the importance of that historic event that happened in June of 1865 when the last people held in slavery were notified that they had been freed with the Emancipation Proclamation and passage of the 13th Amendment to the US Constitution.

The SCDCC wants all community members, especially our Democratic Party members to remember that we only thrive when we all enjoy equal representation under the law, and have equitable opportunities. 

Below is the proclamation.  

In our May 2021 Monthly meeting, the Solano County Democratic Central Committee members requested the Stonewall Democratic Club of Solano County to proclaim June 2021 as LGBTQ Pride Month for Solano County Democrats.  The vote was passed unanimously by the committee members present.

The proclamation is listed below for democrats and Solano County citizens to read.

--  For Immediate Release  --

Solano Democrats Call for Justice in Police Use of Force Incidents

Fairfield, CA – April 20, 2021 – Solano County Democrats along with Stonewall Democratic Club and Jewish Democratic Club of Solano County issued a resolution calling for Justice in Police Use of Force Incidents in Solano County.

Given the historic events of April 20 in the trial of Derek Chauvin for George Floyd’s death, we are calling on for the review of the Willie McCoy case and others in Solano County.  These cases show that there is a propensity for police use of force and lethal action in cases involving members of the African American community more than others.

The resolution calls on Solano County District Attorney Krishna Abrams to review these cases of police use of force and the outcome of the investigation of the case of Willie McCoy.  It is the belief of these organizations that the police (Vallejo Police Department) have used undue force in cases such as these.

The Resolution calls for Abrams to reexamine the cases her office has ruled as justified.  McCoy, 20 years old, had fallen asleep in his car at a Taco Bell when cops were called.  Body cam footage did not corroborate the claim by the Vallejo Police Department that the victim pointed a gun or threatened the officers in any way prior to their firing 55 bullets into his car within 3.5 seconds.

“Accountability cannot be overlooked no matter who perpetrates the crime,” said Margie Olson, Chair of the Solano Democratic Central Committee.

The resolution also calls into question several of the officers that were present for having previously caused the City of Vallejo to lose multiple civil cases for the same behavior. “America has a problem with systemic racism and a shoot-first mentality among the legions of cops,” said Thomas Bilbo, Chair of the Stonewall Democratic Club of Solano County.

We are asking that people in Solano County join us on Thursday, April 22 at 7 pm for a vigil remembering the people lost to Police Violence and Brutality at the County Event Center plaza.

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Press Contact
Thomas Bilbo
Information Resource Officer
p: 707-800-3609
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