McHenry County Blog

An email from the McHenry County Young Republicans:

Time Again For Our Monthly Meeting!

Good morning:

We are meeting this Wednesday August 17th at the Cottage in Crystal Lake. We will be discussing a different meeting time, the upcoming leadership training, the annual YR BBQ, fundraiser plans, and the current campaigns from county board to President.

We would also like to remind everybody that we currently have an opening on the Executive Board for the Secretary position. If you are interested in this position contact Erica at ericadoolittle@sbcglobal.net.

Afraid of Public Speaking?

It’s a situation that makes us all nervous, just the mere mention of it… The only remedy for that fear or nervousness is: Practice, Practice, and Practice. The MCYR will be continuing the leadership training with a workshop on public speaking later this year. Tentative plans are in place for a workshop a couple of hours for a few Saturday mornings in September. The leadership training last year was very well received by all who attended! Please feel free to contact us for further details if you would be interested in attending this year. More information should be available following this month’s meeting.

We look forward to seeing you at our meeting this Wednesday!

Erica Poremba

Here’s what Young Republicans in McHenry County are talking about today in their weekly newsletter:

Warm weather is on its way.  The MCYR is gearing up for the spring and summer events.  Below you will find a list of events and projects that we would love for you to be involved with.

On Thursday, please join us at the Cottage in Crystal Lake from 6-8pm for Happy Hour.  We can’t wait to see you.

Our Membership Co-Chairman Jake Justen is organizing the “Page for a Day” program!

We have been offered the opportunity to join Senator Pamela Althoff in Legislative Session in Springfield! You will be shown the ropes and the work that is done in Springfield.  Two people will be able to register per date, and the Senator and her staff promise a great visit! In addition, families can stay at the Capitol and attend the committee meetings to observe and can sit in the Gallery during Session.  The Page is the only one able to sit on the Senate Floor with the Senator. The only costs associated with this opportunity are the cost of travel, food and lodging.

The following is a dress code for all pages:

You will be issued an identification badge which must be worn at all times while functioning as a Senate Page.  This ID provides you access onto the Senate Floor.
Bring comfortable flat footwear.  Dress shoes, moderately heeled, no tennis shoes or sandals.

Ladies . . . dresses, skirts, or dress slacks are suggested.  Mini-skirts and skorts are restricted.

Gentlemen . . . dress shirt, necktie, and jacket are required (there are some jackets available on the Senate Floor).  Denim jeans are restricted.

Please respond to jakejusten@mchenryyoungrepublicans.com as soon as possible to reserve a place as space is limited. The following dates are available for visitors:

• March 3, 4
• March 16, 18
• March 24
• April 14
• April 21, 22
• April 28, 29

We congratulate Brian Hain on his new appointment to Treasurer.  We will miss Greg Austin – who is leaving us due to career obligations which take him to Virginia.  Having said this, we are looking for a new Fundraising Chairman.  Please contact Bryan Javor at bryanjavor@mchenryyoungrepublicans.com if you are interested in the position.

Current YR logo

We need your creative talent.  We are still looking for a new MCYR logo.  Please send your logos to webmaster@mchenryyoungrepublicans.com by April 12th.  We will vote on the logos at the April General Meeting.  The winner will win a $25.00 gift card to the restaurant of their choice in Crystal Lake.

In closing, Erica Poremba our Vice-Chairwoman thought of a great idea.  Each week we will be highlighting a member of the MCYR.  We are starting with the Chairman.  (Take a look oat McHenry County Blog over the weekend for the interview.)

Bryan Javor, Chairman

Erica Poremba, Vice-Chairwoman

Brian Hain, Treasurer

Garret Hill, Secretary

YR Chairman Bryan Javor and Vice Chairwoman Erica Poremba

Erica Poremba, Vice-Chairwoman of the McHenry County Young Republicans has sent out the following weekly newsletter:

Weekly Newsletter

We hope that everyone is enjoying the sunshine and warmth.  Spring is fast approaching.  We would love if you would join us at the March Happy Hour which is being held at the Cottage in Crystal Lake on March 11 from 6 to 8 pm.  Its time that we all come together and have some fun before elections begin.  We hope to see you there!

We are proud to announce our Education Chairman Jon Heideman has ran yet another successful campaign (previously Precinct Committeeman) and is now the Vice Chairman of the Nunda Township Republican Central Committee.  A big congratulations to Jon!

We sincerely thank and welcome our two newest members of MCYR; Thomas Kantner of Crystal Lake and Mike Clarke of Harvard.  Its always great to have new and active members join us.  Welcome!

Don’t forget that MCYR is looking for a new logo.  We are offering a $25.00 gift card to a local bar or restaurant of your choice to the winner.  The deadline is March 10, 2010.  Forward your logo to the webmaster@mchenryyoungrepublicans.com  We will vote on the logo at the April meeting.  Good luck.

Jon Heideman the MCYR Education Chair is working on a Candidate Rally for the Spring/Summer that will include candidates from the area running for public office.  They will introduce themselves and explain their visions and plans for building better communities.  More information to come.  This will be a great way for MCYR members to meet the candidates and find campaign volunteer activities.

Also, Jake Justen, the MCYR Membership Vice-Chairman is working with the McHenry County GOP for this summer’s upcoming parades.  If you would like to be involved or volunteer for any of the parades please contact Jake at jakejusten@mchenryyoungrepublicans.com

That’s it for now.  I hope this e-mail finds you excited about the upcoming MCYR events and political events in general.  If there is anything in particular that you would like to see highlighted in the emails please let us know.

Not only are McHenry County Democrats having a meeting for prospective 2010 candidates to explain the lay of the land, but Young Republicans say they are getting inquiries “about becoming Republican Precinct Committeemen.”

Details about the earliest time for passing petitions (August!) and other information from the organization’s weekly newsletter is below.

Here’s the latest missive from the McHenry County Young Republicans:

Weekly Newsletter

There is certainly lots of things happening in the world of the McHenry County Young Republicans right now!

EVERY member is invited to our next meeting at O’Leary’s in Woodstock. O’Leary’s is open to all ages. There will be time to talk and meet other members before and after our short meeting. During this gathering we will be hosting a business card drawing. All members are encouraged to bring a business card. This activity is meant to help network with other Young Republicans and local businesses.

Over the last week we have received many inquiries from you about becoming Republican Precinct Committeemen. As you may already know, August is the time petitions begin to circulate for committeemen hopefuls. We encourage you to get involved in your respective precinct by contacting us. We can tell you what Precinct you reside in and direct you to our officials to begin the process. We will be hosting several Question and Answer forums in addition to training at no cost for those who are interested. Please contact Bryan at info@mchenryyoungrepublicans.com or by calling 847-354-1243.

On July 4th there will be a variety of Tea functions available for those who want to attend. Below is a list of the one’s to date in McHenry County:

• Algonquin IL – 101 S Harrison Contact Julie (815) 404-9320
• Cary IL – US-14 Contact Kelli (847) 639-8594
• Crystal Lake – US-14 Contact Mary postscript1@comcast.net

-Details: http://www.teapartyday.com/Locations.aspx

MCYR will be walking on the July 5th Independence Day Parade in Crystal Lake begining at 12:30PM and meeting for line-up at the corner of Woodstock St. and Walkup Ave. We have 2 members considering taking on the last available committee role in MCYR at this moment. If you would like to get involved in any of the committees, please let us know! There is a Membership Committee (Salvatore Cucinella), Fundraising Committee (Pending), Social Committee (Rob Lee), Technology Committee (Open) and a Education Committee (Angela James). All committees are taking in members right now! Please speak to our Vice Chairwoman Erica Poremba if you would like to get involved! ericaporemba@mchenryyoungrepublicans.com

A very sincere thank you to Brian Sheekey of DMI Marketing for providing high quality targeted business lists and fundraising data to MCYR. DMI Marketing is strong proponent of Republican values and organizations. Please support our Republican businesses by calling Brian for your data needs. http://www.dmimarketing.com/ 1 (888) 627-7849

We are currently working with McHenry County’s Home of the Sparrow. Please see the left column for details on this event! If you wish to participate, please let us know.

For those of you interested, for a limited time the NRA is offering membership for no cost to our members. Please follow the link if you wish to sign up.

Thank you very much for reading this weeks update and we can’t wait to see you all very soon.

A bit late to report on the YR’s VFW rally last Saturday night, but there’s no competition from the local daily papers, so here’s what I have.

First we have Young Republican President Bryan Javor talking to Crystal Lake city council candidate Kay Stanish.

Next you see two Nunda Township candidates posing some YR’s in attendance.

From left to right, they are Nunda Township Trustee candidate Joni Smith, YR Kristin Culley, RY Vice Chair Erica Poremba, YR Membership Chair
Salvatore Cucinella and Nunda Township Trustee and candidate for re-election Jim Schlader.

Finally, here is a photo of State Representative and McHenry County Republican Part Chairman Mike Tryon talking with District 300 school board candidate Rob Lee.

Over 50 attended the rally.

Here’s the details, straight from the McHenry County Democratic Party:

Democrats Victory Rally at Govnor’s Pub Tuesday Night

Crystal Lake—McHenry Party Democrats will rally at Govnor’s Pub. 220 N Randall Road in Lake in the Hills Tuesday night to watch election returns roll in and celebrate victory.

“Polls close at 7 pm and many of our volunteers will be poll watching and monitoring results in the precincts,” according to McHenry County Democratic Chair Kathy Bergan Schmidt, we expect thing to get rolling at Govnor’s about 8 PM.”

McHenry County candidates will be on hand along with, Precinct Representatives, volunteers, and supporters of Presidential candidate Barack Obama. Candidates will keep up with local races via computer connection.

There will be a cash bar. The event is free and open to the public.

And, Republicans will be celebrating in their Crystal Lake headquarters across Route 14 from Target.

The Republicans didn’t send me a press release, but, thanks to the McHenry County Young Republicans, who seem to be more techno-savvy than their elders, we learn the Republicans will not be charging for drinks:

There is an election gathering tonight at Republican HQ on Rt. 14 across from Barnes and Noble at 7PM. There will be complimentary food and beverages provided. Alcoholic beverages will be available for those of legal age.

Our regularly scheduled weekly membership email will continue tomorrow after elections.

Thank you to everyone who attended the sign and literature distribution event last night!

Remember to vote today!

Very truly yours,

Bryan Javor-Chairman
Erica Poremba-Vice Chairwoman
Greg Austin-Treasurer
Garret Hill-Secretary

Here’s the details, straight from the McHenry County Democratic Party:

Democrats Victory Rally at Govnor’s Pub Tuesday Night

Crystal Lake—McHenry Party Democrats will rally at Govnor’s Pub. 220 N Randall Road in Lake in the Hills Tuesday night to watch election returns roll in and celebrate victory.

“Polls close at 7 pm and many of our volunteers will be poll watching and monitoring results in the precincts,” according to McHenry County Democratic Chair Kathy Bergan Schmidt, we expect thing to get rolling at Govnor’s about 8 PM.”

McHenry County candidates will be on hand along with, Precinct Representatives, volunteers, and supporters of Presidential candidate Barack Obama. Candidates will keep up with local races via computer connection.

There will be a cash bar. The event is free and open to the public.

And, Republicans will be celebrating in their Crystal Lake headquarters across Route 14 from Target.

The Republicans didn’t send me a press release, but, thanks to the McHenry County Young Republicans, who seem to be more techno-savvy than their elders, we learn the Republicans will not be charging for drinks:

There is an election gathering tonight at Republican HQ on Rt. 14 across from Barnes and Noble at 7PM. There will be complimentary food and beverages provided. Alcoholic beverages will be available for those of legal age.

Our regularly scheduled weekly membership email will continue tomorrow after elections.

Thank you to everyone who attended the sign and literature distribution event last night!

Remember to vote today!

Very truly yours,

Bryan Javor-Chairman
Erica Poremba-Vice Chairwoman
Greg Austin-Treasurer
Garret Hill-Secretary

I was in Andy’s Family Restaurant last Saturday morning and who should walk in but State Rep. Mike Tryon (R-Crystal Lake).

Tryon, whom I discovered was there in his role as McHenry County Republican Central Committee Chairman, was having breakfast with Crystal Lake’s Bryan Javor, its newly-elected president.

He’s about the same age as I was when I took over the reins when Jack Schaffer was off the Germany to serve in the Armed Forces.

For once, I didn’t have my camera, but Javor handed me his cell phone as if I would know how to use it.

He showed me what button to push and you seen the result.

Later he sent me this press release:

MCGOP Launches “Young Republicans”

Crystal Lake, IL… September 3rd 2008 at approximately 7:45 PM the McHenry County Republican Central Committee chartered The McHenry County Young Republicans (MCYR) and the 48 members it represents.

The MCYR are the 11th state recognized Young Republican organization. Prairie Grove native and Nunda 21 Precinct Committeemen Brent Smith and Dan Regna founded the organization with the assistance of Republican Party leaders.

Elections were held at the McHenry County Campaign Headquarters. Candidates elected were Bryan Javor as Chairman, Erica Poremba as Vice Chairman, Greg Austin as Treasurer and Garret Hill as Secretary.

The MCYR are looking for people between the ages of 18 and 40 to support McHenry County’s Republican leadership and values. For more information on membership please contact subscribe@mchenryyoungrepublicans.com or visit http://www.mchenryyoungrepublicans.com/

Later he emailed me this executive meeting notice:

Sunday September 21st the second executive board meeting will occur.

The MCYR Chairman, Vice Chairman, Treasurer and Secretary will be in attendance.

The meeting will determine who is appointed as committee Chairmen.

The available committee positions are Bylaw Chairman, Social Chairman, Fundraising Chairman and Membership Chairman.

Positions will be determined in part based on responses received from the MCYR Chairman’s survey and emailed request for additional member involvement.

The Executive board members will also choose a day for the next member meeting.

This will again be based largely on responses to the attached survey. The survey was sent September 14th using internet polling technology thru Poll Daddy.

I was in Andy’s Family Restaurant last Saturday morning and who should walk in but State Rep. Mike Tryon (R-Crystal Lake).

Tryon, whom I discovered was there in his role as McHenry County Republican Central Committee Chairman, was having breakfast with Crystal Lake’s Bryan Javor, its newly-elected president.

He’s about the same age as I was when I took over the reins when Jack Schaffer was off the Germany to serve in the Armed Forces.

For once, I didn’t have my camera, but Javor handed me his cell phone as if I would know how to use it.

He showed me what button to push and you seen the result.

Later he sent me this press release:

MCGOP Launches “Young Republicans”

Crystal Lake, IL… September 3rd 2008 at approximately 7:45 PM the McHenry County Republican Central Committee chartered The McHenry County Young Republicans (MCYR) and the 48 members it represents.

The MCYR are the 11th state recognized Young Republican organization. Prairie Grove native and Nunda 21 Precinct Committeemen Brent Smith and Dan Regna founded the organization with the assistance of Republican Party leaders.

Elections were held at the McHenry County Campaign Headquarters. Candidates elected were Bryan Javor as Chairman, Erica Poremba as Vice Chairman, Greg Austin as Treasurer and Garret Hill as Secretary.

The MCYR are looking for people between the ages of 18 and 40 to support McHenry County’s Republican leadership and values. For more information on membership please contact subscribe@mchenryyoungrepublicans.com or visit http://www.mchenryyoungrepublicans.com/

Later he emailed me this executive meeting notice:

Sunday September 21st the second executive board meeting will occur.

The MCYR Chairman, Vice Chairman, Treasurer and Secretary will be in attendance.

The meeting will determine who is appointed as committee Chairmen.

The available committee positions are Bylaw Chairman, Social Chairman, Fundraising Chairman and Membership Chairman.

Positions will be determined in part based on responses received from the MCYR Chairman’s survey and emailed request for additional member involvement.

The Executive board members will also choose a day for the next member meeting.

This will again be based largely on responses to the attached survey. The survey was sent September 14th using internet polling technology thru Poll Daddy.