2020 Revised Democratic Party Delegate Selection Process
These delegates will be split proportionately between Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden based on the vote in Missouri's 4th Congressional District. That looks to be around a 12-7 Biden/Sanders split (exact numbers available whenever Ashcroft gets around to certifying the election!)
Please consider becoming a state delegate for Cass County. As a state delegate, you will vote on the 4th District delegates to the national convention, vote for the automatic delegates to the DNC, vote for the Missouri electors and also any other business as it arises at the Missouri State Convention which is currently scheduled to be held in person on June 13th at the Columbia Convention Center (this is subject to CDC guidelines and may need to be held virtually too). In addition, if you plan on running to be a District-Level delegate, PLEO delegate or At-Large Delegate to the Democratic Convention in August, you will 1st need to run to be a state delegate.
This link should be used to run to become a State Delegate, District Delegate, At-Large Delegate or PLEO Delegate. You can also request an application be mailed to you that you can return via US Mail. The deadline for this application to be turned is APRIL 30TH. If you are unable to submit this form on your own, please contact the Missouri Democratic Party at 573-777-1364 or conventions@missouridems.org for assistance. https://secure.ngpvan.com/XqHeI6yIuUmc4hDvXV-02A2
If you voted in the March 10th primary, even if you don't want to be a State, District, PLEO or At-Large Delegate, you should request a ballot to choose the delegates to represent Cass County! AND, of course, if you are running to be a delegate you will want a ballot to vote for yourself and the other delegates! You have until May 2nd at 5:00pm to request your ballot at: https://secure.ngpvan.com/5xpqRjv_A0ur8SHe-kTepg2
Message from our Chair
There will not be an in-person meeting for the Cass County Democratic Central Committee this month and most likely not in April. The Missouri Democratic Party has asked that all meetings be canceled until the end of April. We are looking at other options to get together in other ways.
There will not be a Mass Meeting on April 6 for delegate selection. Anyone who wishes to be a delegate to the State Convention must come to the 4th Congressional District Convention on May 30. We are working on a location and time. When I have more information, I will provide that to you.
The most important thing for us all is to act for our common good. Stay home if you are sick. If you can work from home, do so. Support our local businesses as best as you can. Order take out from the local restaurants. Check on your neighbors. Take food and supplies to someone you know is homebound. We are all in this together.
February Meeting
Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 6 PM – 9 PM
ElDorado Mexican Restaurant, 404 W. Pine St, Raymore, MO
Lots of dates with democracy are coming up. Whether you are running for office, running to be a candidate delegate or using your power to vote, we'll be here to support you every step of the way!
Come and join us, we'll give you all the necessary tools to participate as a voter, a volunteer or a candidate during 2020!
See you on Thursday, February 27th.
Run for Something - Delegate
UPDATED DUE TO CHANGES MADE ON MARCH 15TH DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC
On March 10th we went to the polls here in Cass County to elect our next Democratic candidate for President. The APRIL 6th MASS MEETINGS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED. On May 30th, based on the vote in the 4th Congressional District, we will elect delegates to the 4th District and Missouri State Conventions from Cass County.
Every candidate that receives at least 15% of the vote in the 4th District, will have delegates elected at the Cass County Mass Meeting which will now be held on May 30th at the location of the 4th Dist. Convention. Those delegates will go on to represent that candidate later in the day on May 30th at the 4th Dist. Convention exact time and location TBD. The Missouri State Convention date and location will be updated at a later date.
Here are a few dates to put on your calendar if you want to be a delegate representing the candidate for President that you support!
Feb. 12 - Last Day to Register to Vote
March 10 - Missouri Presidential Primary
May 30th - 4th Dist. Convention - TBD
June 20th - Missouri State Convention - TBD
At the 4th District Convention, you will vote for or run to be one of the 5 representatives from the 4th District who will go on to the National Democratic Convention, July 13-16th in Milwaukee, WI. At the Missouri State Convention, you will vote for or run to be one the at-large delegates to the National Democratic Convention. In addition, at the state convention, you will vote for the super-delegates to represent Missouri on the DNC, and electors for the Democratic Party in Missouri. There may also be other votes taken on resolutions and other party business.
If you have any questions, ask! We want to take a full delegation from Cass County to both the 4th District and Missouri State Conventions.
January Cass Dems Meeting
It's going to take each and every one of us working together to take back our county, state and country. Start the new year with us and help us get organized to elect Democrats here in Cass County.
We start at 6:00pm with a $10 buffet and good conversation. Meeting starts at 7:00pm. This month our Special Guest is Lindsey Simmons. Lindsey is running to replace Vicki Hartzler here in MO 4th Congressional Dist. To learn more about Lindsey you can visit her website at https://lindseysimmons.com/ and then come meet her in person on Thursday, January 23rd.
We'll kick off the night with a short presentation from the Cass County Clerk pertaining to upcoming elections and a representative from Elizabeth Warren's Missouri campaign staff will be at the meeting to talk to anyone interested in volunteering for Warren for Missouri.
Note: The Cass County Central Committee does not endorse any candidate in the primary. We welcome any Democratic candidates or their staff, to share information about their local activities. We also will help you connect with any Democratic campaigns in our area.
Run for Something - Municipal Office
Want to be a changemaker in Cass County? Here's a great way to get involved in your local municipal government.
The following positions will be on the April 7th, 2020 ballot.
Need more information? Either let us know or contact your local election authority at 816-380-8102.
Harrisonville Alderman (4 Positions)
Cass Med Ctr Board
Community College (2 Positions)
Community College
Fire District - Central Cass
Fire District - Dolan West Dolan
Fire District - Dolan West Dolan
Fire District - East Lynne/Gunn City
Fire District - Garden City
Fire District - Western Cass
Archie School Board (3 Positions)
Belton School Board (3 Positions)
Drexel School Board (3 Positions)
East Lynne School Board (3 Positions)
Harrisonville School Board (3 Positions)
Holden School Board (3 Positions)
Kingsville School Board (3 Positions)
Midway School Board (3 Positions)
Pleasant Hill School Board (3 Positions)
Ray-Pec School Board (3 Positions)
Sherwood School Board (3 Positions)
Strasburg School Board (3 Positions)
Sewers - Mullendike
Water District #1
Water District #11 – 2 Positions
Water District #12 – 2 Positions
Water District #2 – 2 Positions
Water District #4 – 2 Positions
Water District #5
Water District #6 - Raymore
Water District #7 – 2 Positions
Water District #9 – 2 Positions
Board of Equalization
2019 Holiday Party
However you celebrate the season, we can't wait to see you at our 2019 Holiday Party! Bring a veggie or dessert, we're providing the turkey and ham, there will also be a cash bar. You can let us know what you'll be bringing at this link: Holiday Party Sign-Up Sheet
We'll have a box for a cash donation the proceeds of which will be given to a local charity.
Dress is casual. Ugly sweaters are perfectly acceptable ;)
Run for Something - Cass County Assessor
Cass County Assessor
Incumbent – Roger Raffety
Term – 4 years
Salary – $64,207.92
Filing begins on Feb. 25th and the filing deadline is March 31, 2020. The general election will be held on November 3, 2020. A primary is scheduled for August 4, 2020.
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Run for Something - Cass County Treasurer
Cass County Treasurer
Incumbent – Steve Cheslik
Term – 4 years
Salary – $64,207.92
Filing begins on Feb. 25th and the filing deadline is March 31, 2020. The general election will be held on November 3, 2020. A primary is scheduled for August 4, 2020.
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Run for Something - Missouri State Senate
Missouri State Senate
District 31
(Cass Precincts All)
Incumbent – None
Term – 4 years
Salary – $35,915/yr. $115.20/day per diem while in session
The regular session of the Missouri Senate runs from January – May. The filing deadline is March 31, 2020. The general election will be held on November 3, 2020. A primary is scheduled for August 4, 2020.
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