NCPA October 2024 Newsletter
- NCPA
- Oct 9, 2024
- 3 min read
Hello Everyone,
The next North Coast Progressive Alliance meeting is on Monday, October 14. Meeting information can be found below. With the November election fast approaching, this will be an important meeting where we will be discussing several positions to take, including Cal Poly Humboldt Chief of Staff Mark Johnson’s resignation, Measure F in Eureka, as well as the numerous statewide propositions on the ballot. We hope to see as many of you as possible on Monday!
-Travis Kennedy
North Coast Progressive Alliance
To join by phone call 512-647-1431
Meeting ID: 2310396605
Here is a link to the rolling notes that includes the proposed agenda. Please let us know if you have anything to add.
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Proposal to Call for the Resignation of Mark Johnson as Chief of Staff at Cal Poly Humboldt.
On Monday 10/14, we will be discussing whether to call for the resignation of Mark Johnson as Chief of Staff at Cal Poly Humboldt due to his decision-making during the April protests that needlessly escalated tensions, endangered both students and law-enforcement, and completely disregarded standard protest response procedures. For more information, please read this article from the Lumberjack: https://thelumberjack.org/2024/09/26/state-of-affairs/
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Proposal to Formally Oppose Measure F
On Monday 10/14, We will discuss formally announcing opposition to Measure F in Eureka. Measure F would halt six affordable housing projects and a transit center that were placed in climate friendly locations near jobs and essential services. To read more, please visit https://www.realhousing4eureka.com
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STATEWIDE PROPOSITIONS
We will be discussing the following statewide propositions on November’s ballot. Please note these are not formal NCPA positions, but rather will be discussed as a group on Monday. Our proposed positions are as follows:
Yes on Proposition 2 -The state could borrow $10 billion to build new or renovate existing public schools and community colleges.
Yes on Proposition 3 - Language in the California Constitution would be updated to protect the fundamental right to marry, regardless of gender or race.
Yes on Proposition 4- The state could borrow $10 billion to fund conservation and climate mitigation efforts.
Yes on Proposition 5 - Allows Local Bonds for Affordable Housing & Public Infrastructure with 55% Approval.
Yes on Proposition 6 - Involuntary servitude would not be allowed as punishment for crime. State prisons would not be allowed to discipline people in prison who refuse to work.
Yes on Proposition 32 -The state minimum wage would be $18 per hour in 2026. After that, it would go up each year based on how fast prices are going up.
Yes on Proposition 33 - State law would not limit the kinds of rent control laws cities and counties could have.
No position on Proposition 34 -Would require large health care providers meeting specified criteria to spend 98% of revenues from federal discount prescription drug program on direct patient care.
Yes on Proposition 35 - An existing state tax on health plans that provides funding for certain health programs would become permanent. New rules would direct how the state must use the revenue.
No on Proposition 36 - Allows Felony Charges & Increases Sentences for Certain Drug & Theft Crimes. It reignites the failed war on drugs, makes simple drug possession a felony, and wastes billions on prisons, while slashing crucial funding for victims, crime prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. This puts prisons first and guts treatment.
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RESIST & BUILD: Webinar 10/15
Frustrated by how bad things are, and ready to take practical steps for real systems change? Join leaders from the Solidarity Economy Movement (including NCPA member David Cobb) on a webinar called “Real Solutions to the Systemic Crisis.” Discover how public banking, worker co-ops, and community control can transition our existing capitalist economy toward a democratic, just and sustainable economy. Free, but advance registration is required: bit.ly/systemiccrisis24
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY 11/16: Good Neighbor Humboldt
There is a volunteer opportunity available on Saturday, November 16th, to assist with the Thanksgiving dinner for Wiyot Elders. For more information, please reach out to davidkcobb@gmail.com
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NCPA Email Change
The NCPA is now utilizing a new email, northcoastprogressives@gmail.com, following the shuttering of our previous domain.
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NCPA’s New Website is Live!
After numerous difficulties with our previous hosting service, the NCPA website is back and better than ever! The new site can be found at ncprogressives.org. In addition to this, we are rolling out a community blog page, intended for local progressive who wish to write about their perspectives and experiences regarding local issues. If you would like to post something to the community blog, please email northcoastprogressives@gmail.com
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