Governance

Meeting agendas, resolutions, and party rules

Transparent Governance

We believe in open and transparent governance. Meeting agendas, resolutions, and party rules are available to the public.

Monthly Meeting Agendas

The Muskegon County Democratic Party holds regular monthly meetings. All party members and interested community members are welcome to attend.

Standard Monthly Meeting Agenda:

  1. Call to Order — Chair calls meeting to order
  2. Roll Call / Attendance
  3. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
  4. Treasurer's Report — Financial update and budget review
  5. Committee Reports
    • Membership & Outreach Committee
    • Events & Fundraising Committee
    • Campaign & Candidate Support Committee
    • Communications Committee
  6. Old Business — Follow-up on pending items
  7. New Business — Discussion and votes on new proposals
  8. Resolutions — Presentation, discussion, and vote on resolutions
  9. Announcements & Upcoming Events
  10. Adjournment

Meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm at CIO Hall, 490 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440.

Recent and Upcoming Agendas:

Meeting Information:

  • Meetings are typically held monthly
  • Check our Events page for specific dates and times
  • All members are encouraged to attend
  • Community members are welcome

View Events Calendar

County Party Resolutions

Resolutions passed by the Muskegon County Democratic Party represent our official positions on important issues affecting our community and our nation.

Current Resolutions:

Resolution in Support of Medicare for All

The Muskegon County Democratic Party supports Medicare for All as a comprehensive solution to ensure healthcare access for all Americans.

Resolution in Support of a 32-Hour Work Week

The Muskegon County Democratic Party supports legislation to establish a standard 32-hour work week, ensuring that workers share in the gains of increased productivity and automation. A shorter workweek would improve work-life balance, strengthen families, create jobs by spreading available work, and protect worker well-being in an era of technological advancement.

Resolution in Support of Taxing Artificial Intelligence & Automation

The Muskegon County Democratic Party supports the implementation of taxation on artificial intelligence and automated systems that displace human labor. Revenue from such taxes should fund worker retraining programs, strengthen the social safety net, and invest in public goods. As AI transforms our economy, it is essential that the benefits of automation are broadly shared rather than concentrated among a few corporations.

Additional resolutions will be added as they are passed by the party membership.

Muskegon County Democratic Party Rules

The Democratic Party operates underRules (not bylaws) that govern our organization, elections, and procedures. These rules ensure fair and transparent party operations.

Note: The Democratic Party uses "Rules" rather than "Bylaws" to govern party operations. Our rules are consistent with Michigan Democratic Party rules and ensure democratic participation in all party activities.

Our Rules Cover:

  • Party organization and structure
  • Election of officers and delegates
  • Meeting procedures and requirements
  • Committee formation and responsibilities
  • Amendment procedures

For questions about party rules or governance, please contact us through our contact page or attend a monthly meeting.