The next order of business shall be the election of a new County Chairman. At the time, date and place specified, the County Convention shall meet to reorganize the County Party. Cause shall consist of disqualification by, but not limited to, any violation of the Bylaws or engagement in conduct unfit for an Officer as determined by the CEC. Sumner County. Victor Ashe can be reached at vhashe@aol.com. In 2016, they were accused of participating in submitting fraudulent claims for reimbursement from TRICARE, a federal health care program for military members and their families, according to the U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Florida. Under current leadership, conservative principles are stated, but not necessarily practiced. Tennessee Saw The Fifth-Largest Influx Of Taxpayers In 2020 As The Covid-19 Pandemic Began, According To New Data Released By , An Investigation By The Tennessee Comptrollers Office Has Revealed A Series Of Problems Related To The Coffee County Drug Court , The Jefferson County Republican Party Will Be Hosting A Town Hall Meeting On May 23rd Featuring Guest Speakers Attorney Andy , Grassroots Organization Moms For Liberty Williamson County Presents Capstone 101, On Monday, May 8th, At 6:00 Pm, At Generations , 1) Student Network Training Kids As Young As 13 On How To Protest 2) TN Senate Rejects Conservative Lawmakers School . Any bona fide Republican citizen who is duly registered to vote in, and resides in, the Precinct shall be entitled to vote and participate in the Precinct Convention. The Williamson County Republican Party elected Tracy Miller as its new chair during the 2023 Mass Convention on April 18 amidst declarations of division and questions of unity ahead of the incoming 2024 election season. If the proposed rules are disapproved by the TRP Bylaws and Rules Subcommittee before the beginning of the County Party's reorganization process, the County must follow the procedures set forth herein, unless before the beginning of the reorganization process the SEC overrides the decision of the TRP Bylaws and Rules Subcommittee. Section 9. They just see me as an establishment, Brown said. Disbursements to a single payee may not be split for the purpose of evading the second signature requirement when the total payment exceeds $2,000. The next order of business shall be the election of a new Precinct Chairman and other Officers as mentioned above. "They throw the Republican Party under the bus. $20.00 Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conservative initiatives. Williamson County's three Republican incumbents in the Tennessee House of Representatives Brandon Ogles, Glen Casada and Sam Whitson all went on to defeat their respective Democratic challengers; Sam Bledsoe, Elizabeth Madeira and Jenn Foley. Within ten (10) days following certification of the results of the County Reorganization, the County Chairman shall ensure the Officers are sworn to a commitment to perform the duties of their position to the best of their ability, as defined in the TPR Bylaws. Go anyway! I think that [to] many voters who were there tonight, being called a swamp was disappointing to them, Brown said. Kyle P. McDonald is 41. Without this, the party will consistently be working in opposition to grassroots organizations and conservative causes (as written about here), thus handicapping Williamson County in the promotion and preservation of conservative ideals. Processing. Our elected leaders should be those we trust to work with and represent the values of our entire community. You have new people come to town who want things done a certain way they would like, Brown said. At the CEC meeting at which the motion is considered, the Officer for whom removal is sought, and those Officers requesting removal, shall have the right to be heard, present evidence and call witnesses. A last-minute amendment to give a politically appointed textbook commission final approval over books in Tennessee school libraries sparked a Capitol protest and heated debate in the . Conservative Republican Robby Starbuck, Who Was Barred By The Tennessee GOP From Running In The District 5 Republican Primary For The U.S. House, Has Filed Suit Against GOP Chair Scott Golden, Tennessee Secretary Of State Tre Hargett And State Coordinator Of Elections, Mark Goins. These Bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds majority of the full voting membership of the CEC. The challenged citizen shall be entitled to vote and participate in the Convention upon his public and written affirmation of his allegiance to the Republican Party on the form duly furnished by the County Chairman or the Contest and Credentials Committee as set forth on Exhibit A attached to the TRP bylaws. If there is no Vice-Chairman, the Precinct Chairman may designate in writing a temporary Chairman to act in his place and stead. In 2016, Tracy Miller and his brother, Andy Miller, agreed to pay $7.75 million in a settlement that alleged that the brothers defrauded a federal military health care program. We communicate directly with subscribers to avoid social media censorship. The order of business at the County Convention shall be as follows: The County Chairman shall convene the Convention. Officers may proxy their vote to another Officer. $30 per person | $50 per couple RSVP click here Time: Thursday, May 18, 2023 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: The Home of Debbie Ballard 656 Good Springs Rd Brentwood, TN 37027 We look forward to seeing you! The Outreach & Events Committee, under the direction of the Chairman and Second. . This committee may develop ways of advising the WCRPs on issues and prepare, when needed, materials and talking points for use by members, the CEC, and Republican candidates. The extent of the description of the agenda to be included in the notice shall be at the Chairman's discretion. If any contesting Delegate is seated by the Convention, such Delegate shall immediately take his place in the Convention, and shall be entitled to full participation thereafter. Section 1. The names and addresses of Delegates to the County Convention shall be available to the public. Davis was diligent in her 2022 campaign to hide the identity of her husband, even omitting his photo from campaign ads. Join The Williamson County Young Republicans For An Evening With Ian Prior, Executive Director Of Fight For Schools, Where Hell Share A Wealth Of Knowledge From His Blueprint In Defeating The Radical Lefts Agenda. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. He might be doing himself a favor if he retires this year. Richard Norris is 69. Many in law enforcement oppose civilian review boards. Such a motion shall be filed and the copy sent at least thirty (30) days before the CEC meeting at which the motion to remove is being considered. Williamson County Young Republicans seeks to elect Republicans and promote Republican values Williamson County Young Republicans "We've had a lot of really great people get excited about their kids' curriculum.". Williamson County Republican Party voters raise their hands at the WCRP 2023 Convention in Franklin on April 18, 2023, to signal that they have felt unheard. The county party has raised about $500,000 for Republican candidates during her tenure, she said, and has produced the most revenue ever the most of any local party statewide. Knox News and Shopper News promptly correct all errors. 36 were here. Section 7. The decision makers defined herein may require additional verification that said individual is indeed a bona fide Republican.The final decision concerning said individuals bona fide Republican status shall be determined by a majority vote of the following: the State Chairman and each SEC member who represents any portion of the district covered by said individuals proposed candidacy. All Delegates must be bona fide Republicans duly registered to vote in, and residing in, the Precinct at the time of the Precinct Convention. If there is no functioning Precinct Chairman or Vice-Chairman, the County Chairman shall designate in writing a temporary Chairman who meets the qualifications prescribed for elected county party leadership. Increase the effectiveness of WCRP members in the cause of good government through active political participation. The Williamson County Republican Party has three official auxiliary GOP groups in the county. Between 2019 and 2020 the population of Williamson County, TN grew from 225,389 to 232,380, a 3.1% increase and its median household income declined from $112,962 to $111,196, a 1.56% decrease. And help bolster we want to see passed, he added. Such notice may be submitted electronically to the email address provided in the Notice of Precinct Conventions. Liberty Hall At The Factory 230 Franklin Road, FranKlin, TN Also Visit: www.WilliamsonConservatives.com Pre-register your attendance: Pre-Register WCRP Vision 2023 Slate The name of this organization is the Williamson County Republican Party ("WCRP"). Another grassroots group that was mentioned on stage during the convention was Moms for Liberty, which has grown in popularity in Williamson County and beyond for challenging school boards, along with the Williamson Families PAC, which endorsed several school board candidates in 2022. Each qualified citizen present and participating in the Precinct Convention shall be entitled to vote for the number of Delegates to which such Precinct is entitled. Miller said even in majority conservative Williamson County there exists a tributary that reaches back to good old Washington, D.C. sometimes referred to as "the swamp," where longtime politicians are sometimes accused of corruption or government waste. They shall also work to recruit Republican poll workers and poll watchers and recommend or solicit endorsements for Republican candidates in elections other than Primaries. Williamson County Republican Party Chairman Cheryl Brown stepped into the party's county leadership role in September nearly one year before the national 2020 election that has already been marred by the ongoing impeachment of President Donald Trump.. Brown, who was born and raised in Birmingham, Ala., came to Tennessee in the late '90s and first became involved in local politics as a . David Williamson is 81. Susan Edwards is 56. In case of a tie, the method described herein above shall be used for electing Alternates. Actively involved in in the foregoing section shall be defined as a quantifiable contribution including, but not limited to, time or money to Tennessee Republican Party, his County Republican Party, or any recognized auxiliary organization of either during the time period since the most recent County Republican Party reorganization. 725 Cool Springs Blvd., Suite 600, Franklin, TN 37067 . 107 talking about this. The requesting Officers must send a copy to the Officer for whom removal is being proposed by certified mail, return receipt requested, at the Officers address last known to the WCRP. The certification to the State Chairman by the County Chairman and Secretary shall state the date and manner of adopting said proposed County rules, and shall represent that, to the best of their knowledge, information and belief the Convention or CEC meeting at which such proposed County rules were adopted was held in the spirit of fairness, and that fair notice and the opportunity for full participation were given. Any bona fide Republican citizen who is duly registered to vote in, and resides in, the County shall be entitled to vote and participate in the County Mass Convention. If you think we have published incorrect information, please email accuracy@knoxnews.com. Section 1. He is a columnist forShopper News. Under the direction of the Chairman, serve on the Administrative Committee and assist with coordinating the efforts of this Committee; and. The Third Vice-Chairman shall: Shall direct, under the direction of the Chairman, the Membership Committee and the District Captains/Precinct Ad Hoc Committee; and work collectively with the WCRP auxiliary groups; and. Would Campbell still be there if the media had not discovered this? The Ad-Hoc Committees of the WCRP may include: A. ", "Republicans are for both the man and the dollar, but in case of conflict the man before the dollar. 2:48. All disbursements must be authorized by the Chairman or the Treasurer. Brown said an extreme right movement is underway, partially led by former state Senate candidate Gary Humble, to take control of the countys GOP. ", "It is time to show the whole world that America is back bigger and better and stronger than ever before. The Tennessee Conservative [By Kelly M. Jackson] - On Tuesday April 18 th, Williamson County GOP held their highly anticipated and hotly contested reorganization convention. All financial records and system accesses shall be turned over to the new treasurer upon the end of his term and within the first fifteen (15) days of transition. Section 1. The election shall be determined by a majority of votes cast. A vote for chair of the Williamson GOP in past years, perhaps a simple, procedural decision is shaping up to be a large-scale gathering of local conservatives picking sides for control of arguably the states most powerful county Republican Party organizations. When other Democrats discovered this, they let it be known they would introduce an expulsion resolution and force a vote. If any Precinct fails to hold a Precinct Convention, or fails to elect Delegates at such Convention, then promptly after the Delegated County Convention, the newly elected County Chairman shall appoint a Precinct Chairman and other Precinct Officers and committee members from qualified Republicans who meet the requirements for county party leadership and reside and are registered to vote in such Precinct, to serve until the next County Reorganization. Describe the error, where you saw it, the date, page number or the URL. Anabel Lino is 38. Precinct Officers shall meet the requirements set forth for elected county party leadership, and be elected by majority vote of the qualified citizens present and voting. All rights reserved. Section 2. He defeated three-year chairman Cheryl Brown despite the local party having brought in the most revenue of the states 95 county parties during her tenure. 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Within ten (l0) calendar days after the County Party reorganization, whether by Precinct Delegated Convention or Mass Convention, the newly elected County Chairman and Secretary shall certify in writing to the State Chairman the following: The names and addresses of all members of the newly elected CEC; The names and addresses of the newly elected Officers of the County Republican Party; The names and addresses of the newly-elected Precinct (or Council District) Chairman and Vice-Chairmen of the County Republican Party; and, The names and addresses of all Delegates participating in a Precinct Delegated Convention, or of all persons participating in a Mass Convention, whichever is applicable. Thats disheartening to hear that when youre talking about bringing people together, you shouldnt demean the other percentage of people, when youre trying to bring unity, as you [Miller] say.. In that manner, the total number of Republican Presidential votes shall be determined for each Precinct. The newly elected chairman may allow the past chair or the appointed convention chair to preside over the remainder of the convention, if desired. In addition, the County chairman shall confirm, under oath, a pledge to uphold and enforce all Bylaws of the TRP. The conservative label has even been debated among the partys leadership. The floor shall be opened for nominations for Delegates. Miller said he would work to collaborate with conservative groups. Al Harb is 71. The following bona fide Republican definition shall apply to these bylaws and apply in all instances including, but not limited to, candidacy to public office, appointment to positions such as Election Commissions and participation in Conventions: Any individual who is actively involved in the Tennessee Republican Party, his County Republican Party, or any recognized auxiliary organization of either; and, Resides and is registered to vote in said county; and either, Any individual who has voted in at least three (3) of the four (4) most recent Statewide Republican primary elections; or. Miller said the time is now to link arms with the upstart conservative organizations. Endorsement of a Republican opponent of a Republican candidate who, as a member of the Tennessee General Assembly, voted for a person who was not the nominee of the Republican Caucus of either the House or Senate for any office of each. For instance, Republican Gov. The deliberations are confidential, but why would the final conclusion be kept secret for almost a month given that former state rep Jeremy Durham had been removed for similar offenses three years ago? We seek to restore the practice of these bedrock principles. The purpose of such Conventions shall be the election of Delegates and Alternate Delegates from such Precinct to the Delegated County Convention, as well as the election of a Precinct Chairman, Vice-Chairman and such other Officers as may be desired, and the transaction of such other business as may be appropriate. Within ninety (90) calendar days of a Chairmans appointment, the committee shall submit a plan to the CEC spanning the duration of their term and proposing events to be executed by the committee and the WCRP. In my time as chairman, Tracy Miller is going to be my fifth [Williamson County] chairman, so change is constant, so thats part of it, Golden said. Under the direction of the Chairman, prepare the agenda for each meeting, and email the agenda to the CEC within five (5) days of the meeting. Section 3. These Non-Voting Officers shall be appointed by the Chairman subject to the approval of a majority vote of the CEC. The affirmative vote of two-thirds of the Officers physically present, at which a quorum is met, shall be required for removal. Winds W at 10 to 20 mph.. Got questions? Grant Rosenberg is 43. Section 3. Section 5. Section 5. Any remaining Alternate Delegate positions which cannot be filled by election, shall be filled by appointment by the Precinct Chairman. The Chairman shall approve all requests for disbursements not included in the annual budget. ", "Everything that they say about the party is always negative," Brown said. The issue is the party should be able to have conversations within itself about things that we believe, Humble told The News following Millers election. Section 1. The SEC delegates to the State Chairman the authority to communicate to the appropriate election law officials the decision as to whether or not the challenged individual shall be considered a bona fide Republican for the purposes in question. Hutto, TX 78634-9998 . The Williamson County Young Republicans is an organization for Republican voters between the ages of 18 and 40 in Williamson County. "I think our Republican Party is trying to be hijacked by people who call themselves the true conservatives. Store. All contests shall be heard and decided at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Delegated County Convention. You must be a bonafide Republican. See below for more on this. Contributions or Gifts Are Not Tax Deductible. Each CEC shall submit an updated list of recognized auxiliary organizations prior to their biennial reorganization. The Contest and Credentials Committee shall consist of five (5) members from five (5) separate Precincts within the County. Weve had a diversity of people who come from other states. No signatory may be a signer to a check issued to himself; Have full access to all accounting and other systems used by the WCRP and CEC; Preserve order and decorum at all meetings. Any citizen participating in any Precinct Convention may contest the results by filing with the Chairman of the Contest and Credentials Committee at contact information provided in advertised details of Precinct Conventions, a written notice of contest stating the specific legal and factual grounds therefore. Help elect conservative leadership up and down the ballot by making a financial contribution to the Williamson County Republican Party. Shall notify the Williamson County Election Commission to call for a Republican Primary Election as it is his official duty to do the same. More than 600 county Republican Party voters cast their ballots in The Factory at Franklin's Liberty Hall, and the now-former . David Keith is 69. The WCRP may reorganize through a delegated convention as outlined in Part II of these rules but must first receive approval to do so from the State Chairman. The Standing Committees of the WCRP shall be: The Administrative Committee shall consist of the Chairman, Secretary, other Officers and WCRP members as deemed necessary by the Chairman, up to a total of 15. Six months later, Omar Hamada resigned as chairman and Brown moved into that role. ARTICLE I. 0:00. The roll call shall be called by Precinct in numerical order and, within Precincts, in alphabetical order. Miller said the job is intriguing because of Williamson Countys prominent GOP position statewide and also because of passionate, very involved people." To remove an Officer, other than the Chairman for cause, at least two (2) other Officers must file a written motion with the Chairman, stating the specific reasons for the proposed removal. Seek citizens for elected office who will honor the limited role of government. Strengthen the party through outreach, camaraderie, education, and respectful debate. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. Former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft is 81. These Officers must also qualify as bona fide Republicans and be current with payment of their dues per Article II, Section E and F. Section 7. Shall work closely with the membership chairman of the CEC. Candidate Conversations. Section 4. There was a problem saving your notification. Schelzig is editor of the Tennessee Journal, a must-read weekly summary of legislative actions. Section 3. Wilson County. Nancy Maland is 72. Section 2. You don't shake your head at them because they don't have many people or because they're inexperienced in swamp-fighting tactics., Gary Humble, who ran unsuccessfully for the countys state Senate seat, is likely among those Miller hopes to invite in. Humble, who strongly supported Miller, has stated on his Tennessee Stands website that there are multiple grassroots conservative groups statewide seeking to win leadership positions at the county level.
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