Board of Directors

The DFL Senior Caucus
Governing Board of Directors

The Board of Directors consists of the Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary (and Facebook administrator), Treasurer, Membership (and Outreach), Technology Director, and Liaison to the DFL State Executive Committee (SEC). the local chapter Chairs, and at least eight at-large Directors. A new Board is elected every odd-numbered year at the annual membership meeting. The Board has the authority to appoint five additional Directors to serve for the same time period as the at-large Directors.

The DFL Senior Caucus chair and all members of the board and all committees and commissions and all chapters and meetings at every level shall foster and encourage a culture of engagement, civility, safety, and inclusion among all individuals participating in official caucus activities. This article shall not be used to prevent free discussion of issues at any DFL Senior Caucus activity.

Responsibilities of the Officers:

The Chair shall convene and facilitate all Senior Caucus and Board meetings; shall exercise oversight over the operation of the Senior Caucus, the Board, and such committees that the Board may establish; and administer the directives of the Senior Caucus. The Chair may delegate duties as necessary.
The Vice Chair shall fulfill the duties of the Chair in the absence of the Chair and shall assist the Chair in the duties of the Chair.
The Secretary shall produce the official records of the meetings, distribute calls and notices for Board or membership meetings, and distribute other Senior Caucus communications as may be deemed necessary. The Secretary can also administer the Facebook account.
The Treasurer shall keep record of, account for, and report on the financial activities of the Senior Caucus.
The Membership Director shall coordinate the recruitment of members, manage membership data, maintain up-to-date membership records and provide timely reporting of such records, and determine those members who are in good standing. This director can also perform an outreach function.
The Technology Officer shall coordinate the use of technology for the Senior Caucus to facilitate distributing information to members and supporting meetings; oversee related functions such as the website, Facebook account, email distribution, and related needs.
The Voting Director to the DFL State Executive Committee (SEC) shall attend meetings to represent the Senior Caucus and report back to the Senior Caucus board.

Responsibilities of the Board

The Board is responsible for managing the business and affairs of the Senior Caucus. Its duties include:

Calling, scheduling and conducting membership meetings, disseminating proper notice, and determining voting methods.
Authorizing and organizing candidate forums and screening, accountability and review sessions, speaker events, and similar activities.
Conducting the financial affairs of the Caucus, including approval of expenditures.
Raising funds to support the activities of the Caucus.
Overseeing the work of volunteers, any paid staff, Officers, and others carrying out the work of the Caucus.
Appointing any committees or commissions needed to carry out the activities of the Caucus.
Authorizing official statements of support for candidates, legislation or for policy at any level of government.
Designating titled Directors to meet the needs of the organization.
Approving and authorizing expenditures and payment of encumbrances.

Business Meetings

Board meetings are held the third Thursday of the month from 5:30-7:30p using Zoom. Bring your ideas and brainstorm with the Officers and Directors. Only elected officers and directors can vote at meetings.

The DFL Senior Caucus is governed in accordance with its Charter.

Senior Caucus Fall Gala

The Senior Caucus sponsors a social event in the fall of odd-numbered years to have a good time! Good food, good company, good speakers, good music. a GOOD way to meet other seniors in a casual setting. And a costume contest with prizes!

Sunday, October 19, 1-5:00 pm
Royal Cliff Event Center (2280 Cliff Road, Eagan)
Dinner buffet tickets $45; cash bar

Speakers include

US Senator Tina Smith
MN DFL Chair Richard Carlbom
Master of Ceremonies and Comedian Stevie Ray

Purchase tickets by Tuesday September 30. Use the QR code on the flyer or click here:

Click here for a printable menu, speakers, ticket link, and directions.

Linda Hopkis Teaches History

Senior Caucus member Linda Hopkins is offering history clhats at the Shoreview Community Center (4600 Victoria Street N). To register, call 651-490-4750 or go online to shoreviewmn.gov/parks-rec. The cost is $17 for Shoreview residents and $19 for nonresidents; the time is 1-3:00p.

October 23 (part 1), November 13 (part 2): Nurses In the Vietnam Conflict

In the 1960s, amid protests and social change, young women served as nurses in the Vietnam War. These two talks highlight their courage in caring for wounded soldiers, the struggles they faced returning home, and how they healed themselves and the nation.

Part One, Blood, Grit, and Grace: Nurses In Vietnam

Part Two, Beyond the Battlefield: Vietnam Nurses Return Home

Please Join Us!

Join us and become an active member of our DFL Community Caucus to help us address the needs of seniors. You can join one or more of our local chapters and any of our committees leading us on vital issues that concern us all. Your membership allows us to reach more seniors and have a larger voice on issues. You become part of a mission and movement to address the needs of senior citizens across Minnesota.

Making a better world for our Children, our Grandchildren, and Ourselves!

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Brochure and Membership Form (printable)

Board of Directors (terms expire at annual meeting 2027)

Officers

Chair: Kay Hendrikson		Secretary and Facebook Administrator: Jocelyn Heid
Vice Chair: Don Slaten		Membership/Outreach Director Jennifer Willette
Treasurer: Nancy Stroessner		Voting Director to DFL State Central Committee (SCC) and Executive Committee (SEC): Kay Hendrikson
Technology Officer: Bill MIddlecamp

Directors

Janet Conn		Sara Nelson-Pallmeyer
Jim Davnie		Pamela Parker
Alston Dutchin		Darrell Paulsen
Marie Hauser		Byron Richard
Martha Holton Dimick		Tony Scallon
Jean Lee		Cindy Spellman
Sandra Marks		Michele St. Martin
George Moore		David Tilsen
Joe Mullery		Eric Won