Placer County Democratic Party
OUR COMMITTEES
Our Standing Committees do the work of the Placer County Democratic Central Committee. They are comprised of members of our Central Committee as well as members of our community.
Many Hands Make Light Work
If you would like to join one of these committees and help contribute to the success of our Central Committee, please fill out our general Interest Form to get started or see details below for joining specific committees.
Any registered democrat in Placer County can join one of our committees, with approval from the Placer County Democratic Central Committee (PCDCC). Standing Committee members do not have to be a members of PCDCC.
Candidate Development Committee
Supports candidate recruitment, training, and recommendations for candidate endorsements.
Chair: Julann Brown
Fundraising Committee
Identifies and plans fundraising opportunities, coordinates with the controller on funding needs, sets an annual activity calendar, and evaluates past efforts to improve future fundraising.
Chair: Noelle Felice-Smith
Communications Committee
Establishes and manages how the Central Committee communicates with its members, Democratic activists, and voters in Placer County.
Chair: Daniel Medina
Meets: Third Tuesday
Interested in joining? Complete an interest form HERE.
Community Engagement Committee
Organizes and promotes activities that inform and engage Placer County voters while advancing core Democratic values.
Chair: Barbara Smith
Meets: First Tuesday
Interests form HERE.
Governance Committee
Advises on Bylaws interpretation and revisions, and reviews and recommends decisions on club charter and re-certification applications.
Chair: Deana Rhoades
Public Events Committee
Works to register Democratic voters throughout Placer County and helps to staff events and festivals at different times of the year to interact with voters.
Chair: Joe Mlakar
Resolutions Committee
Reviews resolutions referred to the committee and makes recommendations on resolutions that the PCDCC should endorse.
Chair: vacant
Legislative Committee
Tracks state legislation, analyzes bills, collaborates with allies, and may recommend that the PCDCC endorse or oppose specific legislation.
Chair: Terry Rodriquez
Circle of Involvement
There’s no “correct” way to get involved, but this circle shows a common path into our local Democratic Party. Start by attending events to meet neighbors and like-minded individuals. Join a club to build connections and learn the issues. Step into a standing committee to shape projects and strategy. Serve on the central committee to help guide our local direction. Each step strengthens your impact and keeps the cycle going.
Know Your Placer County Democratic Party
CADEM (about 3,700 Delegates)
Oversees operations and policies at the state level
Endorses in partisan races and statewide ballot initiatives
Holds annual conventions
Supports counties and candidates
PCDCC (25-30 Members)
Oversees Democratic political activity in Placer County
Most members are publicly elected during presidential primaries
Recruits local candidates
Endorses local nonpartisan races
Organizes volunteer efforts
Provides communication for Democrats in Placer County
Chartered Clubs (50-300 Members Each)
Independent groups that organize locally
Perform political and community service activities
Great way to get introduced to Democratic party activism