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Oxford Reception for Governor Strickland

Aug 30

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Butler County Progressive Political Political Action Committee held a reception for Governor Ted Strickland at the home of Glenn and Judy Rymer on the evening of August 25, 2010.  The event was co-sponsored by Butler County Democratic Party, Change Butler Political Action Committee, Hamilton-Fairfield Democratic Alliance and Miami University College Democrats.

BEFORE THE PROGRAM….

Ohio Governor Ted Strickland (above) with Miami University College Democrats

Governor Ted Strickland with hosts extraordinaire Glenn and Judy Rymer (center) and former Oxford Mayor Jerome Conley (right)

Governor Strickland enjoying a moment with Democratic Congressional candidate
Justin Coussoule (OH-8) on the campaign trail.

MEETING WITH EVENT BENEFACTORS, CHAIRS, SPONSORS, AND HOSTS….

Sponsor Bill Gracie and Governor Strickland

Hosts Kathleen and Peter Carels and Governor Strickland

Governor Strickland with Hosts Mary and Roland Duerksen

BEFORE THE PROGRAM….

BCP-PAC Treasurer Rick Bailey greets the Governor.

John Kinne (left) and Bobbi Kinne (center) of the Coussoule for Congress campaign talking to Governor Strickland.

THE PROGRAM!!

Don Daiker, President, BCP-PAC, kicks off the program by welcoming guests.

Jocelyn Bucaro, Chair, Butler County Democratic Party, introduced county and state legislative candidates.

John Kinne, Deputy Campaign Manager, Coussoule for Congress, introducing Justin Coussoule.

Another impressive address by Special Guest Justin Coussoule, candidate for Congress.

Ohio Governor Ted Strickland stressed his support for higher education during his major address at the reception.

AT THE RECEPTION…..

Anita and J.C. Shew, candidate for Ohio Representative in the 53rd District, and Governor Strickland

Mary and George Stephen, candidate for Butler County Auditor, with Governor Strickland

Two reasons why the reception was so successful: Donna Mollaun (left) and Val Hart (right).

Don and Ted listening to Justin.

RECEPTION ATTENDEES….

Guests on the west deck settling in to listen to the speakers.

Some of the many guests socializing after the program.

More guests (nice shirt!) taking it easy after the program on the center deck.

Details of the Strickland Reception (by popular demand)

Aug 16

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Oxford Reception for Governor Ted Strickland

(also see Aug. 1 post)

Day and Time:  Wednesday, August 25 · 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Location:  The Home of Glenn & Judy Rymer, 6440 Fairfield Road, Oxford, OH

The Butler County Progressive Political Action Committee cordially invites you to an Oxford Reception for GOVERNOR TED STRICKLAND.

  • Benefactor $1500
  • Chair $1000
  • Sponsor $500
  • Host $200
  • Friend $50  (can’t have too many friends)

Please reply by Friday, August 20, with a check payable to “Strickland for Governor” (UPDATE: contributions accepted at the event but, if possible, RSVP) to:

Donna Mollaun
5690 Elm Hill Lane
Fairfield, Ohio 45014
phone: 513-874-7512 -or- email: tmollaun@aol.com

Benefactors, Chairs, Sponsors, and Hosts receive two tickets, a photograph with the Governor, and their names will be printed in the program. Benefactors, Chairs, and Sponsors will be acknowledged and recognized by the Governor during his address.

Suggested Attire: Business Casual

Special Guests: Congressional Candidate Justin Coussoule and Judge Kathleen Dobrozsi Romans

Co-Sponsors:

  • Butler County Democratic Party
  • Change Butler PAC
  • Hamilton-Fairfield Democratic Alliance
  • Miami University College Democrats

For more information, please contact Don Daiker, President of BCP-PAC: daikerda@muohio.edu.

Corporate contributions are prohibited. However, partnerships, LLCs and other unincorporated entities may contribute, but must provide the name of an owner to whom to attribute the contribution. Ohio law requires that all contributors must provide their name and address regardless of the amount of the contribution and the name of their employer if the contribution is for more than $100. If the contributor is self employed, the business name and occupation of the contributor must be provided. Ohio law in general prohibits the award of an unbid state contract if contributions to the officeholder from an owner, partner or shareholder of the contracting entity or their spouse have exceeded $1,000 from the person in the two calendar years prior to the award of the contract. State employees are prohibited from donating to the campaign and should disregard this invitation. Contributions to Strickland for Governor are not tax deductible.

Oxford Reception for Governor Ted Strickland on August 25th

Aug 1

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Zero-risk loan to your favorite Ohio candidate

Jul 24

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Ohio Income Tax Credit

Contributions of money made to the campaign committee of a candidate for any of the following public offices:

  • governor and lieutenant governor
  • secretary of state
  • auditor of state
  • treasurer of state
  • attorney general
  • member of the state board of education
  • chief justice of the supreme court
  • justice of the supreme court
  • member of the general assembly (house or state senate)

The amount of the credit equals the lesser of the combined total of contributions made during the year by each taxpayer filing a return of $50, in the case of an individual return, or $100 in the case of a joint return.


(R.C. 5747.29)

Questions related to this section of Ohio’s tax law should be directed to: OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION, P.O. BOX 530, COLUMBUS, OHIO 43216-0530, (800) 282-1780

Photos from BCP-sponsored Eric Brown Reception

May 2

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A portion of the crowd enjoying themselves at the April 30th reception.

Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Eric Brown (l) addresses BCP members and supporters.

Judge Brown mingles after his speech — he seems to be getting a positive response.

(Photos courtesy of Dan Fairbanks.)

BCP Reception with Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice

Apr 24

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You are cordially invited to meet Chief Justice Designate of the Ohio Supreme Court Eric Brown right here in Oxford!!

Judge Brown will be the Guest of Honor at a reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 30, at Kona Bistro, 31 West High Street in uptown Oxford. There will be a cash bar and complimentary hors-doeuvres.

The Oxford visit will be Judge Brown’s first trip to Butler County since Governor Ted Strickland appointed him, following the death of Thomas Moyers, to become Ohio’s next Supreme Court Chief Justice.

Tickets for the reception are $10. and may be purchased at the door. To become an event sponsor or host, email or call Clyde Brown at <clydebrown@bcppac.net> or 513-523-0883. A sponsor is $50 and a host is $25. Each receives one ticket, acknowledgment at the reception, and a photograph with Chief Justice Brown.

The Judge Brown reception will also honor Butler County Democratic candidates for office in the November 2010 election. In addition, candidates for the Butler County Democratic Central Committee (Precinct Captain) will be recognized.

The reception is co-sponsored by the Miami University College Democrats.

Please meet and greet our next Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice on April 30!!

Progressive Social-ization

Oct 10

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KonalogoBCP-PAC Fall Happy Hour Fundraiser with Guests of Honor Montgomery County Auditor Karl Keith and Butler County Juvenile Court Judge Kathleen Dobrozsi Romans.

October 23 (Friday), 5:30-7:30 PM, Kona Bistro, 31 West High Street, 2nd Floor, Oxford, OH.

$10 admission includes free hors d’oeurvres.  Cash bar.

Promises to be a GOOD TIME. You are invited! Come join us.

Upcoming Chris O’Brien BCP-PAC Concert

Sep 19

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Chris O'Brien 4Chris O’Brien and Seth Glier are coming to town to perform an “Encore Benefit House Concert” to support Butler County Progressive-Political Action Committee.  Here is the basic information about the event; for additional information contact Pete Carels (see below), our gracious host, and see our blog of August 13.

  • September 30 (Wed.), 2009
    7:00 PM; Music starts at 7:30
  • Carels’ Drum Barn, 6385 Contreras Road, Oxford, OH (across from Oxford Country Club)
  • Minimum contribution: $15/person
  • BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage) with complimentary munchies (cups and ice provided)
  • For more information: call Pete at 513-523-8614 or email <carelspe@muohio.edu>.

Support BCP-PAC by buying a ticket.  Please plan on attending.

Come join us for a fun (dare we say non-political) evening.

Concert Flier

Aug 13

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Chris O'Brien Concert Invite Flyer

At today’s meeting of the BCP-PAC we begin ticket sales for the Sept. 30th House Concert featuring Chris O’Brien.  Please see details on the flier.  If you want first crack at tickets (limited seating!) come to today’s gathering, but please remember to bring along your checkbook.

Concert

Aug 12

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Encore Benefit House Concert for Butler County Progressive – PAC

September 30th, 7:30 p.m.

By Chris O’Brien* & Seth Glier
(* As heard on Prairie Home Companion) Check out www.chrisobrienmusic.com

More information will follow