Lake Conroe Area Republican Women

N E W S L E T T E RMarch 2020 ●Vol. 27 No.3●Region IV●Senate District 3

General Meeting of the LCARWThursday, March 5, 2020 11:30 Social 12:00 Luncheon

April Sound Country Club / Lakeside Roomlocation for this event only

April Sound Country Club

Must Have Reservation for Lunch $20.00

on line reservationsSIGN UP and PAY HERE

or send your reservation to members@lcarw.org to pay at event

Reservations must be made by February 28

Luncheon honoring the winners from Montgomery and Willis Schools

“My American Hero” ContestWillis: Cannan, Hardy, Meador, Parmley and Turner

3rd GradesMontgomery: Lincoln, Madeley Ranch, Keenan,

Stewart Creek, Lone Star, Montgomery5th Grades

WEAR YOUR RED SHIRT PLEASE!!

2020 Officers President Julie Faubel faubel@consolidated.net 1st VP( Programs) Megan Metcalf 2nd VP (Membership) Betty Vernon 3rd VP (Ways & Means) JoAnn Linzer Treasurer Harriet Kerr Recording Secretary Brandie Lopez Corresponding Secretary Connie McNabb

Committee Chairs Americanism Nancy Oughton Diana Walker Awards Michelle Martin By Laws Sheri Hummer Francine Hope Campaign Activities Lori Wilson Caring for America Sandra Powers Birgitta Grohs Chaplain Beverly Albert Communications Melinda Zuber Community Engagements Carli Seiter GHC Delegate Judy Parada Hospitality Neda Henery Sheri Hummer Legislative TX Luine Hancock Laura Shoup Literacy Janie Ross Pam Stewart Media Relations Connie McNabb Marie Underdown Membership Directory Michelle Martin Betty Vernon Merchandise Kathy Jackson Newsletter Barbara Hilton Parliamentarian Sheri Hummer Photography Connie McNabb Michelle Martin Scholarship Debbie Bevers Senior Americans Molly Adame SREC Judy Parada Social Media Michelle Martin Special Events Megan Metcalf Website Janis Boulware

Minutes, Feb. 6, 2020by Brandie LopezA county-wide candidate forum was held on February 6th at the Lone Star Community Center in Montgomery, TX. The forum was well-attended by all candidates local, county, and state-wide that will be on the ballot on March 3rd. Each candidate was able to speak freely on important issues surrounding their race.Candidate tables were provided to allow all guests to meet, greet, and pick up correspondence in order  to "get to know" each candidate. Refreshments were provided by Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce. It was a great night to meet the candidates! 

Treasurer’s Reportby Harriet KerrBalance as of Dec. 31,2019 $35,686,49Cleared Balance $35,282.21Registered Balance Jan. 31, 2020 $32,443.67

·        Inmate paperwork - HB 918 allowsinmates released from prison to have documents needed to help them find a job such as a resume to show work history both in and out of prison and a practice job interview.·        Late mortgage payments - HB 1885 grants interest and penalties to be waived for homeowners in some cases when the bank holding the mortgage did not pay the tax bill on time.·        Natural disasters and taxes - HB 492 requires voters to approve a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide a temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of certain property damaged by a disaster.·              Nonprofit health groups - HB 1532 addresses certain organizations certified by the Texas Medical Board which accept and process complaints against a health organization for alleged violations.·        Parking permits - HB 1002 specifies to tenants that the landlord provide parking permits that match the permit to the time frame of the lease.·              Protection of tax reductions - HB 1313 provides to indiv iduals who successfully protested their home value should not see their value increased to the previous level the next year, unless appraisers can show strong evidence the increase is merited.·              Sexual harassment at colleges and universities - SB 212 amends the Texas Education Code to require an employee of a public or private, or independent higher education school to report incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault or dating violence or stalking.·              Small business data - HB 4390 refers to the privacy of personal identifying information and provides the creation of the Texas Privacy Protection Advisory Council.·              Surprise medical bills - SB 1264 protects consumers who have state-regulated health plans from surprise medical bills in certain situations.

Legislativeby Luine HancockNew Texas laws that were passed during the 86th legislative session in 2019 that went into effect January 1, 2020:·        Defense contractor - HB 1607 offers to Federal aerospace defense contractors in Texas the ability to take a deduction or direct manufacturing cost or employee/contractor direct compensation. Others states allowed for both deductions, Texas did not.·        Flood funds - SB 7 moves $1.7 billion from the states rainy day fund to the Texas Water Code, which established 2 new accounts: The Flood Infrastructure Fund and the Texas Infrastructure Resiliency Fund.·        Homeowner tax exemptions - SB 2060 requires that appraisal district officials include a short description of exemptions a person might be eligible to receive when the appraisal notice is sent. Disabled veterans, surviving spouses of disabled veterans, Texans over the age of 65 and those with disabilities are eligible for certain property tax exemptions.

President’s Messageby Julie Faubel ( faubel@consolidated.net

February was a FABULOUS month for our club!

LCARW began the month with an awesome candidate forum featuring Republican candidates for races on the March 3rd Republican Primary Ballot. Close to 200 people attended the forum and heard firsthand from 20 candidates with the assistance of forum moderator Holly Arbuckle and timekeeper Carol Parsons. Thank you to the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce for providing refreshments and promoting the event. Such an event could not be possible without the help from our many members who worked behind the scenes to make this event so successful!

Our forum was shared by the Texas Federation of Republican Women on its Facebook page, and by the National Federation of Republican Women in its February 10th Capital Connection newsletter. Be sure to like both Facebook pages, and check to make sure you are receiving information from both of these organizations by adding them to your email address file (TFRW.org and NFRW.org).

The following week, LCARW’s Caring for America committee shared their love by preparing a special Valentine dinner for the Montgomery County Women’s Center. Thank you to all of you who contributed to this effort.

We will close out February by welcoming many brand new members, both active and associate, who joined our club at our Senoritas & Margaritas event. Thank you LCARW Membership Vice President Betty Vernon for a great evening. I am looking forward to getting to know each of these members and getting them involved in our club. Their energy and enthusiasm will be a wonderful boost for our efforts to KEEP TEXAS RED!

Thank you for all you do!

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Stephanie BuickMontgomery

Dawn DietzMontgomery

Patti DuganConroe

Anna FlakeMontgomery

Shelby GatlinConroe

Stephanie JohnsonMontgomery

Kirsten KirbyMontgomery

Debbie LongMontgomery

Michele MartinMontgomery

Carolyn MooneyhamMontgomery

Tiffany SimmonsMontgomery

Mary Eckhart-SimsMontgomery

Belinda SmithMontgomery

Susan SmythMontgomery

Doris ThomasMontgomery

ASSOCIATESStacy BuickMontgomery

Cooper LittlePorter

EARLY VOTING INFO

Tues, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 21 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat, February 22 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sunday, February 23 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Mon, Feb 24 - Fri, Feb. 28 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

ELECTION DAY MARCH 3 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

For more election information please go to: elections.mctx.org

Directories will be electronic this year

Printed Copies $5.00

“Just what do Republican Women’s clubs do?”

President’s Note:

Recently, a longtime Montgomery County Republican Woman, Alice Melancon was challenged on social media to explain just

what Republican Women’s Clubs do. Alice publicly shared her comments at the quarterly meeting of the Montgomery County

Republican Party Executive Committee which included Precinct Chairs and guests. We asked Alice to share her comments

with us. Below is her reply:

“I am here to answer that question. I know I can’t name everything we do, but this will give you an idea. The first Republican

Women’s Club was started in Montgomery County over 40 years ago and now there are 7 clubs in our county. Imagine 40

years of work for the Republican Party in Montgomery County.

So, what exactly do we do? We work to get Republicans elected. Yes, we block walk, we make phone calls, we register

voters, and we work the polls on Election Day as election judges and clerks. We stand in the parking lot with the candidates

in the General Elections and give them the extra support they need.

We hold monthly meetings and have speakers who discuss the issues facing our country, state, county, and our political

party. We discuss election laws, and volunteer for senatorial and state Republican Party committees. We develop and

implement plans of action to lobby our local, state and national elected officials on important issues.

The Republican Women’s clubs contribute monetarily to our Republican candidates’ campaigns. Republican Primary

candidates are invited to speak and participate in forums sponsored by our clubs and all Republican candidates and elected

officials are welcome at any of our monthly meetings.

We work at our Montgomery County Republican Party headquarters by answering the phone and greeting visitors. And yes,

that was probably a Republican Woman that you saw cleaning the bathrooms at headquarters. We have helped plan

fundraisers for the Montgomery County Republican Party on many occasions. We have also helped the party host many

Lincoln Reagan dinners over the years.

We care for our military by making care packages for those serving overseas and by volunteering at the Veteran’s clinic. We

donate to such worthy causes which support veterans such as Camp Hope and Fisher House.

We all have very active Literacy programs and donate books and dictionaries to local schools and libraries. We provide

scholarships to young women entering college. We are at the local schools teaching about Americanism, holding essay

contests and giving out scholarships. We help form and support High School Republican Groups. Some Republican Women

volunteer by teaching Citizenship classes.

Republican Women’s clubs provide service to our community by assisting the Women’s Shelter, the Rainbow Room, the Food

Bank, the Salvation Army, and other such vital organizations.

So, ladies and gentlemen, you ask “What do Republican Women do for our Party?” The answer is we do more than just meet

for lunch. We work for the party with a smile on our faces and without complaint because we care for our County Party and

our Republican Candidates and elected officials. And all we ask for in return is a little bit of appreciation, respect, and

support.continued

Hospitality Committee by Neda Henery & Sheri Hummer

WELCOME TO THE PARTY!

An INVITATION to all previous and new members interested in joining the Hospitality Team where you will MEET and GREET all attendees and officials at our meetings and events. We are the first impressions of LCARW! Hospitality is a great starting point to get involved with your club and community to grow strong for 2020! It’s going to be a fun year. Please RSVP soon. Neda - nedahenery@gmail.com Sheri - SSDHummer@aol.com

Campaign Activitiesby Lori WilsonLet’s start 2020 off right by having 100% of our membership report campaign activity hours. Hours can be reported directly through the LCARW website by clicking on the Volunteer tab at the top of the homepage. You can also report your hours by contacting Lori Wilson at 713-410-4456 or heartofthewise@gmail.com.  

Show Your Spirit! Start the New Year with some fun new

items from our shop! Trump gear, jewelry, hats, LCARW

name badges, and our famous shirts are all

available for purchase.

Merchandiseby Kathy Jackson

As I call your club’s name, I ask that the members of that club please stand. Montgomery County RW, North Shore RW, Lake

Conroe Area RW, The Woodlands RW, Magnolia Area RW, Liberty Belles RW and East Montgomery County RW.

These women represent the almost 700 members of the Republican Women’s clubs in Montgomery County. And adding to

that, are a great number of men who have become associate members of our clubs. The ladies of these clubs have donated

well over 40,000 hours of their time working to strengthen our Republican Party and helping our community. If we multiplied

that by the Texas minimum wage, the value is of their service is over $300,000. Thank you, ladies, for all you do.

Thank you for giving me this opportunity to represent the wonderful ladies in our 7 Montgomery County Republican Women’s

clubs. And, I hope that answers that question, ‘Just what do Republican Women’s clubs do?’”

Alice MelanconMontgomery County Republican WomenTFRW Vice President Programs

Giving Back to Our Veterans!Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic Greeters - Pick a Thursday morning in the New Year. Spouses are welcome to participate, particularly Veterans. Serve coffee, snacks and welcome patients with friendly conversation. Volunteer once, or weekly or monthly, contact

Sandra Powers - swikepowers@gmail.com

The Lake Conroe Area Republican Women (TX) hosted a very successful Candidate Forum on February 6 with close to 175 voters hearing from 20 Republican candidates in 5 contested races. The club provided attendees large sample ballots for notes as well as important dates and locations for early voting and reminders for Precinct Caucuses.

Printed by NFRW

LCARW Caring for America Activities• Care packages for our military men and women• Citizenship class instructors• Collect gently used clothing and household items for local charities and other homeless

facilities:

Angel Reach, Assistance League, CASA, Community Assistance Center, Loaves and Fishes, MISD Students, Shared Treasures, Something Special, Willis Parent Support Center

• Dinners for the women and children at Montgomery County Women’s Center• Greet patients and serve coffee at Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic• Honor our First Responders with snacks and treats• Lay wreaths during Wreaths Across America at the Houston National Cemetery• Meals on Wheels food collection for Breakfast Bags• Mentoring MISD students

• Salvation Army Red Kettle donation counters

• School supplies drive for needy MISD students

• Volunteer at homeless soup kitchens• Volunteer in MISD junior high classes in observance of Constitution Day• Volunteer at MISD Veteran’s Day programs• Volunteer for TSA Canine Decoy program• Volunteer for various organizations including Assistance League, CASA, Food Bank Buddy

Backpack Program, MOW route delivery, USO, Probate Court Visitor Program, God’s Garage Meals for Mechanics, Eagle’s Nest fundraising,

AND MORE.

Volunteers are always welcome to participate!swikepowers@gmail.com for information.

LCARW Forum February, 2020

LCARW Forum February, 2020

Senoritas and Margaritas New Member Social

Nancy Poole, Brandie Lopez, Anna FlakeJoAnn Linzer, Jody CzajkoskiMichelle Martin, Judy Powell, Michele Martin

Julie Faubel, Luine Hancock, Lisa Taedter, Debbie Beavers

Doris Hickman, Janis Boulware

Robert Walker Billy Graff

Shannan Reid

Holly Arbuckle

Carol Parsons

Calendar

Mar. 3 Election Day Precinct Conventions 8 pm

Mar. 5 “My American Hero” Contest Winners Award Luncheon honoring MISD & WISD Students April Sound Country Club 11:30 am Reservation Required! $20/pp

Mar. 17 Greater Houston Council of Federated RW Clubs - general meeting

Mar. 21 Senate Districts 3 & 4 Conventions

Mar. 26 NFRW Legislative Advocacy Day Capital Hill, US Capital, Washington DC

Mar 26-28 NFRW Spring Board of Directors Meeting, Alexandria, Virginia

Apr. 2 LCARW General Meeting 11:30 am Walden Yacht Club

Apr. 17-18 TFRW Second Quarter Board of Directors Meetings, Austin, Texas

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LCARW Monthly Board Meetings 3rd Thursday of the Month 9:30am

Pizza Shack- Banquet Room All members are welcome

General Meetings- First Thursdays

Lake Conroe Area Republican Women

Montgomery, TexasClub Contact: Julie Faubelfaubel@consolidated.net

members@lcarw.orgP.O. Box 737Montgomery, TX 77356

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March 5, 2020 General Meeting

April Sound Country Club11:30 Social 12:00 Lunch and Program

location for this event only

“My American Hero” Contest Winners Honored

Must Have Reservation for lunch

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RSVP by Feb. 28You will receive an email confirmation

Lunch $20.00RESERVATIONS MADE ARE

RESERVATIONS PAID

In Memoriam Miriam Burton 6/23/33 - 1/27/20

Rest in Peace

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You can be a delegate to the Republican State Convention! What is the Republican State Convention? It’s a place for people who vote in the Republican Primary election to define our shared beliefs and to determine how we will promote them. We do this by creating a platform and by setting rules and electing people to run the party between conventions.

Who can attend the Republican State Convention? Anyone who is a registered voter, who has affiliated with the Republican Party, either by voting in the Party Primary or by taking an oath of affiliation and has been duly elected by the lower level conventions. You can affiliate with the Republican Party by voting in the Republican Primary Election or by taking an oath of affiliation. You can only affiliate with one party during each election year.

What is a delegate? Delegates are grassroots Republicans who participate in the shaping of the Republican Party, its role, and its direction regarding public policy. They volunteer and are chosen by their districts to attend the party’s conventions in each even-numbered year.

Step 1: Precinct Conventions When and where: Your 2020 Precinct Convention will be held sometime after the polls close on Primary Election Day (March 3, 2020) and before the start of the County/Senate District Conventions (March 21, 2020). Please check with your local Republican County Chair for the most up to date information. (See https://www.texasgop.org/county_chairs/)

What to expect: If you are a registered voter and affiliate with the Republican Party, you can participate in this convention. You can introduce and vote on resolutions. Then elect delegates and alternates to the next convention level.

Step 2: County / Senate District Conventions When and where: Your County or SD Convention will be held on March 21, 2020. Your county party sets the location and time.

What to expect: In the days or weeks before the convention, you can visit committee meetings and let them know what issues are important to you. At the convention, you’ll set the rules by which the convention will operate. You will be able to vote on resolutions the committees have worked on. Then you’ll elect delegates and alternates to the state convention level.

Step 3: State Convention When and where: This convention will be held in Houston from May 11th-16th. Committees will meet May 11th-13th. General Session and Caucuses will meet May 14th-16th. Please check www.texasgop.org for convention details.

What to expect: You will be able to testify before the committees on issues you care about, vote on the platform that will state the beliefs of the Party, vote on the rules that will steer the Party, and elect people to run the Party for the next two years.

Why become a delegate to the Republican State Convention? Because you will have an instrumental role in shaping the beliefs of the Party and determining the methods of implementation in public policy.

LAKE CONROE AREA REPUBLICAN WOMEN (LCARW) Membership Year - January 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020

Date: _______________________ Membership Status: Renewal _____ New _____ Name: ________________________________ Your Occupation: _________________________________ Spouse: _______________________________ Spouse's Occupation: ______________________________

(Occupation - Required by Texas Ethics Commission) Home Address: _____________________________ City: ____________________ Zip Code: _____________ Mailing Address (if different from above): _________________________________________________________ Email: _____________________________________ Senate District No. _________________ Phone: Home _______________________________ Mobile ___________________________________________

Description Cost Total $

• Active Woman & Associate (spouse) $55

• Active Woman - women with LCARW as their primary membership $40

• Associate Member - women whose active membership is in another Republican Women's Club & all men $25

• Young Affiliate - young women ages 13-17 $15

Mail this form & check payable to LCARW PAC; PO Box 737; Montgomery, TX 77356 (Corporate checks are not permitted) Total $

✓ Please indicate which committee(s) you would like to serve on!

Americanism – My American Hero Program Media Relations

Campaign Activities Membership

Caring for America – Award Winning Program Membership Directory

Community Engagement Scholarships

Hospitality Senior Americans

Legislation Special Events

Literacy Ways & Means

Both New Members and Renewals, please fill form out completely. You must be a registered voter to join.

This form can also be printed online at www.LCARW.org

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Committee Volunteer Opportunities

LCARW committees offer many opportunities to get involved and make a positive difference in our community. Our members are dedicated volunteers to the Montgomery County Republican Party and many local, state and national campaigns. From veterans to schools, from education to the many needs of our community, LCARW is there with volunteers and support. Our reach and growth are only possible when you get involved! • Americanism – Enjoy the fun of reading and judge the entertaining essays written by 3rd and 5th graders from

the Montgomery and Willis ISDs. Help in the presentation of this award winning “My American Hero” event.

• Campaign Activities – Collecting and reporting the many hours of volunteering and campaigning LCARW members register and report to the Texas Federation of Republican Women quarterly.

• Caring for America – Nationally recognized by the National Federation of Republican Women for many years, this committee is very active in numerous community service projects in our area. Rewarding and fulfilling are just some of the words used to describe this committee’s efforts!

• Community Engagement – A wonderful way to discover so many groups and organizations in our area. This committee fosters relationships and looks for new ways for LCARW to make our communities better and stronger.

• Hospitality – Making all who attend LCARW meetings and events feel welcome is vital to our club’s growth!

• Legislation – Research and monitor pending legislation at all levels and alert members to action items.

• Literacy – Reading is vital to LCARW members! Volunteers help plan and present our annual Literacy Program. LCARW is dedicated to providing more materials to our area schools and to our community.

• Media Relations – connect with all area media outlets and send alters and articles about LCARW.

• Membership – Help our awesome Membership VP with her efforts to grow our club.

• Membership Directory – prepare and distribute the annual membership directory.

• Scholarships – Rewarding the efforts of area high school students heading off to college holds a special place in the hearts of all LCARW members. This committee carefully and diligently judges scholarship applications of area high school seniors and presents the winners at our annual scholarships luncheon in May.

• Senior Americans – reaching out to our valued senior citizens in the Montgomery and Willis communities is important to LCARW members. Furnishing meals and Christmas gifts are some of the highlights of this committee’s efforts.

• Special Events – Who doesn’t like to plan a party or special event?!

• Ways & Means – Volunteers plan fundraising events to raise funds to support the missions of LCARW.

Do you have any special skills you would be willing to share to enhance LCARW such as: website admin, web design, computer graphics, bookkeeping, writing, etc.? Please indicate below:

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