WHO WE ARE
The Butler County Democratic Party works to elect Democrats, protect the right to vote, and build a strong, inclusive coalition that reflects and serves our local communities.
We are a grassroots, all-volunteer organization rooted in Butler County, focused on supporting candidates, helping people participate in democracy, and caring for our neighbors through meaningful community engagement.
LEADERSHIP
Executive Committee
This body votes to endorse candidates for public office. It also assists and advises the Governing Board in a variety of Party operations. Membership consists of all members of the Central Committee and up to 145 at-large members. At-large members require approval by the Executive Committee Chair and a majority vote of committee members present and voting.
The Chair of the Executive Committee serves as the Chair of the Party.
Responsibilities:
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Assisting Central Committee members with organization of their precincts;
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Attending party meetings;
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Participating in Party events;
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Working actively on a sub-committee of their choice;
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Working actively on the campaign of a candidate of their choice;
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Paying membership dues annually.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OFFICERS
Chair – Kathy Wyenandt
Vice Chair – Dave Spurrier
Secretary – Amanda Schuster
Treasurer – Sue Fuson
Central Committee
This committee is the focal point for precinct organization and getting out the vote. Members are elected from each precinct in Butler County at the Primary Election held every four years. Vacancies are filled using this process: The nominee is recommended by a committee member, then approved by the Chair and finally voted in by committee members present and voting. Members must reside in the precincts that they represent.
Responsibilities:
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Chartering of Democratic clubs in the county.
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Organizing at the precinct level.
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Coordinating workshops for precinct leaders.
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Nominating and providing orientation to prospective members of the Central and Executive Committees.
CENTRAL COMMITTEE OFFICERS
Chair – Mariann Penska
Vice Chair – Dominick Lijoi
Secretary – Jennifer Richardson
Treasurer – Brittany Maloney
Governing Board
This is the Party’s primary governing body. It consists of the officers of the Executive and Central Committees, the Regional Chairs, Standing Committee Chairs, and up to 5 at-large members appointed by the majority of the officers of the Central and Executive Committees. The Chair of the Executive Committee serves as Chair of the Governing Board, as well as Party Chair and spokesperson.
Responsibilities Include:
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Recommending candidates for public office to the Executive Committee for endorsement.
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Disbursing party funds to endorsed candidates.
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Conducting daily Party operations.