The January meeting was one of our most informative meetings with Mike Landers joining us as guest speaker. Mike wears many hats as Essex Agricultural and Technical High School Committee member, Light Commissioner, and Finance Committee member. He was with us for over an hour and gave us many insights in to Essex Agricultural and Technical High Schoo, its programs and why so many children apply to go there . Sen. Lovely and Rep Kerans attended updating us on upcoming legislation and committee assignments. Matt Chiliak from Congressman Moulton’s office also joined us relating information regarding the new Congress. This was one of our best and most informative meetings and we thank all who attended.
On teh Committee business side, we voted to finance our zoom account and the committee website (www.danversdemocrats.org).
It has been difficult deciding whether to have our meetings via Zoom or in-person as COVID is still a concern. I am aware that some of members do not choose to participate using Zoom while others including guest speakers who find it easier prefer Zoom. . Other committees are having the same problem. But, At our last in-person meeting in November more people did come attend. It is a dilemma. Possibly a hybrid approach would work. Feedback is appreciated. Contact Marilyn directly or if preferred, use the Contact Us on the website.
A subcommittee has been formed to look at ways to increase our membership s we prepare for the 2024 election season. . This will be on the agenda for upcoming meetings.
Our next meeting will be Feb. 23. Guests TBD.