Use the power and reach of the county party to register new voters and bring others to the cause. Former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft is 81. Brown, a Franklin resident for more than 20 years, has repeated that the numbers are up within the Williamson County GOP. 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. TN Gained 62,000 Taxpayers, $4.1B in Personal Income AGI In 2020, Major Mismanagement Found Within Coffee County Drug Court Foundation, Jefferson County GOP Town Hall Meeting Features Open Mic To Address Public Policy Issues, Moms For Liberty Williamson County To Host Pete Hegseth And Michael Knowles At CAPSTONE 101 May 8th. Section 5. 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. The Chairman may create Standing and Ad Hoc Committees needed to carry out the purposes of the WCRP; and. 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. Tennessee Young Republicans is the home for conservatives between the ages of 18 & 40 in Tennessee. May 4, 2022 2022 elections, Baxter Lee, District 5, GOP, Julia Bruck, Lawsuit, Mark Goins, Morgan Ortagus, Robby Starbuck, Scott Golden, Tennessee, Tennessee Open Meetings Act, Tennessee Republican Party, Tre Hargett, Unconstitutional, Voters, Williamson County Young Republicans. 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. Wilson County.
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For instance, Republican Gov. 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. Email contact@williamsonconservatives.com for more information on vouching. He was vice chair of the House GOP caucus and serving his third term. 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. Hakeem Hensley is 31. The Secretary and or Assistant Secretary shall record and notify Officers of the vote. Section 2. "My goal is to bring a lot of these new grassroots conservatives into the party, he said.
Epoch Times and Nashville Republican Women Host Unique Debate for TN-5 2023 Williamson County Republican PartyAll rights reserved. The County Convention shall then proceed to such other business as may have been included in the Call of the meeting, and such other business as it deems appropriate. Unbudgeted expenses exceeding $2,000.00 must be approved by a majority vote of the CEC; Serve as one (1) of three (3) signatories on the bank account and sign as primary signatory on all disbursements, unless otherwise prohibited; Have full access to all accounting and other systems used by the WCRP and CEC as necessary to complete financial duties; Provide financial review and reports at each regular CEC meeting including, but not limited to, Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss and Month End Bank Reconciliation; and. He shall have the right to employ any staff or contract labor necessary to carry out WCRP duties. If the WCRP desires to use a method of reorganization differing from these Rules, the County Chairman and Secretary shall, by January 1 of any odd-numbered year, certify to the State Chairman in writing its proposed reorganization rules, which are subject to approval or disapproval by the TRP Bylaws and Rules Subcommittee. The Convention shall then proceed to hear and determine any appeals from actions of the Contest and Credentials Committee. At least ten (10) days before the reorganization, the WCRP must submit their reorganization details to the TRP for display on its website. We communicate directly with subscribers to avoid social media censorship. Each Precinct shall be entitled to one (1) vote for each Delegate (including Alternates, where applicable) present and voting. If both the Chairman and the First Vice-Chairman are absent from a CEC meeting, the Second Vice Chairman shall serve in his absence. Shall work closely with the membership chairman of the CEC. Blanche Nicoll is 35. You have permission to edit this article. David Williamson is 81. The Williamson County Young Republicans is an organization for Republican voters between the ages of 18 and 40 in Williamson County. Click below for more information and join now! Delegates in the number allotted to such Precinct shall be elected in order of the highest total vote received. Section 1. Such notice of contest shall be filed within five (5) business days after the Precinct Convention. And in the future, BE SURE TO VOTE in ALL primaries in order to maintain your status as a bonafide voter in the Republican Party. An Officer elected to fill a vacancy shall serve until his successor is duly elected and takes office at the next Convention. Victor Ashe is a former Knoxville mayor and former ambassador to Poland. ", "It is time to show the whole world that America is back bigger and better and stronger than ever before. A settlement agreement with the U.S. attorney did not include an admission of guilt from the Millers. Election of Officers shall be made in accordance with the Bylaws and Rules of the TRP. The WCRP legal counsel shall not be prohibited from simultaneously holding a voting office on the CEC. Tennessee Young Republicans is the home for conservatives between the ages of 18 & 40 in Tennessee. Delegate nominees must be present to accept the nomination. At the time, date and place specified, the County Convention shall meet to reorganize the County Party. There was a problem saving your notification. 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. They just see me as an establishment, Brown said. This year participants were required to register ahead of time so proof of party affiliation and voter registration could be verified. Between scheduled CEC meetings, action by motion may be taken by electronic voting via email. He has been able to extend his service by a year, as the normal retirement age for federal law enforcement is 57. Contribute to help keep Williamson County red. Steve Richardson is 68. Candidate Conversations. On or before the January 15 of each odd numbered year, the County Chairman shall call a meeting of the CEC by written notice sent at least fifteen (15) days before such meeting. Younger Republicans who may not have been of legal age for three primary elections must obtain approval from the State Chairman; For any non-voting leadership positions, individuals must meet the bona fide Republican standards set in Article VI, Section 2 of these Bylaws. The ballots cast in the Precinct Convention shall be preserved by the Precinct Chairman until after the Delegated County Convention. Please make check out to Williamson County Young Republicans and mail to PO Box 651, 388 Exchange Blvd. Mark Hill is 70.
Williamson County Republican Party elects new chair in divisive 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. Looking to connect with like minded young professionals? Miller said he can do a better job of recruiting voters that feel disaffected, left on the outside. All of the newly elected WCRP officials were allied prior to the convention, with flilers naming them The Conservatives., In his remarks, Miller referred to the convention as the swamp.. All disbursements must be authorized by the Chairman or the Treasurer. It seems the findings were finalized more than a month ago, March 29, and submitted to Speaker Cameron Sexton. ", "The power of the American people, when we rise up and stand for liberty, knows no bounds.
WCRP Bylaws Williamson GOP 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. The Second Vice-Chairman shall: If both the Chairman and the First Vice-Chairman are absent from a CEC meeting, the Second Vice Chairman shall serve in his absence. The meeting shall then proceed to the election of other Officers of the County Party, including a Vice-Chairman of the opposite sex from the Chairman, a Secretary, a Treasurer, a Vice-Treasurer, and such other Officers as approved in the Countys Bylaws, subject to the Tennessee Republican Party Bylaws and Rules. Join The TNYR's! 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. House Majority Leader William Lamberth serves on this committee. 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. . In 2020, Williamson County, TN had a population of 232k people with a median age of 39.3 and a median household income of $111,196. Your precinct chair can get you pointed in the right direction. Stay Connected! Go anyway! 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. Section 4. Its the Williamson County tributary, to be sure, but the tendrils twist and turn and reach all the way back to good ole Washington, D.C., Miller said. The order of business at the County Convention shall be as follows: The County Chairman shall convene the Convention. Al Harb is 71. The Tennessee Conservative [By Kelly M. Jackson] - On Tuesday April 18 th, Williamson County GOP held their highly anticipated and hotly contested reorganization convention. If you are a Republican between the ages of 18 and 40 we would love to have you join us in this fight. You can find a pretty solid explanation by Tennessee Stands here which includes the video below: Where ideas are shared, discussed, and deliberated openly in the area of public debate. I would have continued if I had the opportunity to continue and take the party to a new level, but, you know, the people spoke.. Committee Vice-Chairs and members should be recruited from the WCRP membership who are current with payment of dues. 2020 Williamson County Young Republicans All rights Reserved. Timely file all reports as required by law. Bill Weigel is 85. This ceremony can be conducted by any Republican county constitutional officer, by an SEC member representing that Senatorial District, by the State Party Chairman or his designee. Williamson County Young Republicans is an active group of young conservatives and politically-interested individuals, ages 18-40, who enjoy socializing together, networking . On the date and at the time and place(s) specified, a Precinct Convention shall be held for each Precinct within the County. Shall notify the Williamson County Election Commission to call for a Republican Primary Election as it is his official duty to do the same. Section 1. Runoffs shall be held, if necessary to determine a majority. Section 1. Campbell resigned within the hour. Implement an internal system of strong financial controls and segregation of accounting duties and be responsible for all financial transactions including, but not limited to, timely recording based on the accrual method of accounting, reconciliation of bank accounts, deposits, and disbursements; Create a detailed annual budget, with the assistance of the Chairman, for review and approval by the CEC no later than thirty (30) days after the Convention and no later than June 1 of the subsequent calendar year; Work with the Chairman to review income and expenses monthly. The total vote for each candidate for Delegate shall be recorded. I have worked hard for my Republican Party., Miller didnt criticize Browns past work. 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. "It's about the control," Brown said on the radio show. "They throw the Republican Party under the bus. Convention announcement details must also state that any bona fide Republicans interested in running for County Party Chairman must submit their names and contact information to the Contest and Credentials Committee seven (7) calendar days before the convention. 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. 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. Contestants may be represented by counsel at such contest hearings. 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. The name of this organization is the Williamson County Republican Party ("WCRP"). Shall direct, under the direction of the Chairman, with the Elections & Candidate Support Committee and assist with coordinating the efforts of this Committee; and. A settlement agreement with the U.S. attorney did not include an admission of guilt from the Millers. Join Now Officers must be and remain current with payment of WCRP Membership Dues (dues) and are required to actively participate in and assist with events hosted by the WCRP, including but not limited to, Reagan Day, Mix and Mingles and Summer Picnic. Before certifying its proposed reorganization rules to the State Chairman, the proposed County rules must previously have been approved by a majority of a County Convention or the CEC. The Ad-Hoc Committees of the WCRP may include: A. The CEC shall as soon as reasonably possible thereafter cause these Bylaws to be expressly amended to conform therewith. The WCRP, CEC or any individual Officer or Non-Voting Officer, shall not endorse, or assist in any manner, a Democrat or other non-Republican in a general or primary election in which a Republican is a candidate or has filed as a candidate. The Chairman shall approve all requests for disbursements not included in the annual budget. A winning team doesnt switch out a coach when they are winning.. The next order of business shall be the resolution of any challenge to a citizen's right to vote and participate in the Precinct Convention. Section 1.
Tennessee Young Republicans | GOP Tennessee State Republican Party Chairman Scott Goldenspeaks at the WCRP 2023 Convention in Franklin on April 18, 2023. The contests shall be heard in the numbered order of Precincts, and, within Precincts, in alphabetical order. Section 7. Jim Jennings is 81. On one side is incumbent party Chair Cheryl Brown has served in the leadership role for more than three years. The leader of each club is a voting member of the WCRP Executive Committee. A hard copy of monthly transactions is to be maintained on a current basis in the WCRP office. Meetings of the Contest and Credentials Committee shall be open to the public. Richard Norris is 69. Within seven (7) calendar days after the Precinct Conventions, the Contest and Credentials Committee shall meet and review all certifications made pursuant to Section 4 above. 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. But he believes some Republicans have felt unwelcome or kept at a distance.. Governing Docs; Leadership. Sunshine and clouds mixed. The names and addresses of Delegates to the County Convention shall be available to the public. May 4: Jared Smith is 41. The floor shall be opened for nominations for Delegates. City Judge John Rosson, 75, was charged with reckless driving Feb. 28 in Williamson County after he drove the wrong way on an interstate exit ramp to find a bathroom. The next order of business shall be the election of a new County Chairman. Retired city police officer Randy Lockmiller is 75. In 2021, Brown was elected into the chairman position. Miller and his brother, Andy Miller, another influential Republican supporter, were minority owners in a company called QMedRx.
Williamson County | TNYRs 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. All Officers are elected for two-year terms or until their successor(s) is elected in accordance with Section 1 of this Article. 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. ARTICLE I. Section 6. Susan Edwards is 56.
Williamson GOP showdown: 'Grassroots' Republicans question conservative To remove the Chairman from office, Rule F of the TRPs Rules and Regulations shall govern the process. Brown, the first Black chair of the WCRP, stepped into the role in 2019, and despite her pitch to party members to allow me to continue this fight and mission together, party members declined to stand behind her. Meanwhile, state Rep. Elaine Davis continued her campaign against Knoxville local government. Williamson County Young Republicans seeks to elect Republicans and promote Republican values Williamson County Young Republicans top of page.
Home - Williamson County Young Republicans Williamson County GOP The conservative label has even been debated among the partys leadership. I have been here for a minute. This committee will deliver the WCRP message by connecting with political, professional, social, and service organizations from which members may be found and by which the WCRP may be well-received. 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. Williamson County Republican Party Chair Tracy Miller speaks at the WCRP 2023 Convention in Franklin where he was elected to lead the county party on April 18, 2023. Endorsement of a Republican opponent of a Republican candidate who, as a member of the Tennessee General Assembly, voted for any redistricting plan opposed by the TRP either through the State Executive Committee (SEC), the State Chairman, or the TRPs legal counsel. In addition, the County chairman shall confirm, under oath, a pledge to uphold and enforce all Bylaws of the TRP. The affirmative vote of two-thirds of the Officers physically present, at which a quorum is met, shall be required for removal. Washington County. More about this speaker, author, and filmmaker at DineshDSouza.com. 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. The CEC shall consist of the following Voting Officers (Officers): Elected by the County Convention (Convention): the County Chairman (Chairman), First Vice-Chairman (opposite sex from Chairman), Second Vice-Chairman, Third Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Treasurer, & Assistant Treasurer; The Immediate Past County Chairman (Past Chairman); Elected by the SEC District: the State Executive Committeeman and State Executive Committeewoman; Elected by the respective organizations memberships, the President of the Tennessee Federated Republican Womens Club in the County, and the Chairman of the Williamson County Young Republicans (YR). Officers shall be elected at the Convention to be held between January 15 and April 15 of each odd numbered year or as otherwise approved by the TRP Chairman. Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Sharon Lee, who is retiring the end of August, will be the speaker at the University of Tennessee College of Law hooding ceremony on May 18. Photo Credits: Kelly M. Jackson. Notice of the exact date, time and place of each regularly scheduled meeting, an agenda outlining principal items to be discussed, proxy forms, and any other materials required by these Bylaws shall be emailed to each Officer and Non-Voting Officer at least five (5) days prior to the date of said meeting. 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. 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. All contests shall be heard and decided at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Delegated County Convention. The next order of business shall be the election of the Precinct's Delegates to the Delegated County Convention. After all the commotion over the Tennessee Three and their actions on the House floor, it seems one of the GOPs own had his own issues.
Williamson County Young Republicans - Facebook In case of vacancy by the Chairman or Treasurer, the First Vice-Chairman or Assistant-Treasurer shall automatically assume the office of Chairman or Treasurer, respectively. Your generous donation will fund our mission to reach the women in Williamson County. A quorum shall consist of a majority of the Officers as defined in Article II Section 2 above. Section 2. If such citizen is determined not to be duly registered to vote in said County, and not to be a resident thereof, his vote and participation shall be null and void. In order to effect true conservative stewardship of Williamson County, we must have county party leadership that works together with grassroots organizations and practices the principles of constitutional conservatism. The number of Delegates to be elected from each Precinct shall be determined from the official voting records of the last Presidential General Election, and shall be certified in writing and delivered to the existing Precinct Chairman, or person serving in his stead as described in Part II, Section 2A below, along with the ballots for the election of Precinct Officers and Delegates, and certification forms to be used for the Precinct Convention proceedings. Sumner County. The Williamson County Young Republicans are working hard to advance conservative values in our county, state, and nation. The Contest and Credentials Committee shall have the final authority on and announce the eligibility of candidates to run for County Party Officers. Proxies shall not be permitted on votes regarding an Officer removal. Tennessee now faces three special elections to fill three House seats within two months (the two expelled lawmakers, Reps. Justin Jones of Nashville and Justin Pearson of Memphis, were appointed by local officials to fill their seats the week after they were expelled, but must still run in the special election to fill out their terms). Brown told The News following the convention that she is now free., It is now in [Millers] hands, Brown said. Any individual seeking elective office as a Republican candidate will be required to submit to the TRP the following fees prior to the applicable filing deadline for the office being sought. The Secretary shall announce at the beginning of each CEC meeting any vacancy. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph. The most recent edition of Roberts Rules of Order shall govern all proceedings on matters not specifically covered by these bylaws. Elections & Candidate Support Committee: The Elections & Candidate Support Committee, under the direction of the Chairman and First Vice-Chairman, shall assist in the work to recruit Republican candidates for elected office. 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. All Rights Reserved.Site By: TACHYON STRATEGIES. These Bylaws are intended to be in conformity with all Bylaws, Rules and regulations of the TRP, and governing Federal and Tennessee statutes, rules and regulations. About when one thought the House GOP could not handle any more scandals or politically dumb decisions, reporters revealed the House Ethics Committee had investigated state Rep. Scotty Campbell from Mountain City (the northeastern tip of Tennessee) for alleged sexual harassment of legislative employees. All Delegates must be bona fide Republicans duly registered to vote in, and residing in, the Precinct at the time of the Precinct Convention. Section 1. The Contest and Credentials Committee shall consist of five (5) members from five (5) separate Precincts within the County. Section 1. If he is unable to be present, the County Vice-Chairman, if any, shall preside. In case of a tie, the method described herein above shall be used for electing Alternates. The determination of the Contest and Credentials Committee may be appealed to the County Convention as a whole in the manner provided elsewhere herein.
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