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Our GOP board was represented as part of the coalition on the planning and promotion committee, working tirelessly along with other individuals and organizations to make it a success. We applaud the concept, and look forward to continued success for Tea Party like efforts.

- Cindy Zapotocky, Chair

An update from Michael Cathcart, Spokane City Affairs Liaison...

In responding to the call to action, Republicans and Conservatives united to oppose the City of Spokane's Sustainability Action Plan. Nearly forty citizens came to speak, a majority of which argued against the unreasonable and radical proposals contained within the Plan. Some spoke about it's fiscal uncertainty, while others questioned the true international origins of Sustainable Development. Former 6th Legislative Representative John Ahern, Spokane County Republican Chair Cindy Zapotocky, and Republican State Committeeman Curt Fackler were among the many who addressed the Council Monday night. The council deferred the decision for at least three weeks allowing for a full complement of the council to be present at vote. Written testimony will be accepted until Friday, April 24th at 5:00pm.

An update from the Chair...

The 2009 Lincoln Day Dinner and Auction, attended by over 320 exuberant party goers last Saturday was a huge success.

Some of the evening's highlights:

• The attendance was better than expected in this off-election year.
• The venue was more economical than past years, and we will make money on the ticket sales.
• Glover Mansion catering staff did a terrific job--the food was wonderful, and there was lots of it.
• Talk show host Dr. Laurie Roth proved to be a stunning musician as well as a gifted thinker.
• Chuck Skirko, president of the GU Republicans was a jovial M.C. aided and abetted by Councilwoman Nancy McLaughlin.
• There was lively bidding on the silent auction items as well as during the called auction from those ably prodded by District Leader-turned-auctioneer Leonard Christian assisted by Sheryl McGrath.
• Speaker Tom DeWeese gave guests a rapid fire analysis of the lethal land grab effort that has been launched on Americans, including here in Spokane. (This address is available on CD from ACN Radio, and it will be rebroadcast in the near future, to be announced.)