The Rock Island County Democratic Central Committee will hold its County Convention on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. Illinois state election law requires counties to hold county conventions each even-numbered April for party chairs to be elected.
Members of the Democratic Central Committee of Rock Island County will vote to elect a party chair to serve a two-year term. The County Convention will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, at the Laborer's #309 Union Hall, 2835-7th Avenue, Rock Island.
In addition, the Rock Island County Democratic Hispanic Caucus will hold its Cinco de Mayo fundraiser from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, May 2, at the Moline American Legion, 1623-15th Street, Moline.
The cost, which is $10 per plate, includes authentic Mexican food and tickets are available at the door the night of the event.
"We are excited about this event which raises diversity awareness, brings people together and generates new support for our Democratic Party," said Doug House, Rock Island County Democratic Party Chair. "This is also part of our party's concerted effort to reach out and to celebrate the diversity of our community and our party."
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