April 2025
Letter from the Chair
Dear Fellow Democrats,
We are facing significant challenges in Florida and across the nation that threaten our rights and freedoms. In Tallahassee, legislators are working to take away our right to amend our constitution, restrict voting and Vote-By-Mail, and pass laws that make us less safe and strip away our rights. Nationwide, there are actions that will leave us poorer and more divided.
At the core is a choice: protect our democracy or slide toward autocracy, where power belongs to a few. History shows us this fight is not new — and it’s more important than ever.
There’s no single way to stand up for what we believe in. Every action matters. Whether it’s joining a peaceful protest or economic boycott, making our opinions heard through our Action Alerts, writing to the newspaper, making phone calls to your representative, being a friend, or even just holding on during hard times — it all counts. No effort is too small, and every voice matters. Together, we are the shield that protects our democracy. We are a nation governed by the consent of the people — not ruled by a dictator.
This is one of the most important fights of our time. Our strength lies in unity. Stay engaged. Florida, our country, and future generations depend on us..
If you’re still reading this, thank you. I see you, and I’m grateful. I stand with you. If you’re feeling tired, it’s okay to take a break. Resting isn’t giving up — it’s part of staying strong. But promise yourself you’ll come back, because we can’t win this without you.
When you’re ready to jump back in, check out CollierDems.org or visit Mobilize.us to find ways you can help. Join us. Find your way to make a difference. The fight is ongoing — and your action is needed now more than ever.
Together, we are capable of victory.
The Florida legislative session runs through May 2, 2025
Our Legislative Action team is monitoring bills coming up for a vote during the session, and letting our Action Alert subscribers know the facts and how to take action.
So far this session, we’ve sent Action Alerts on the following topics:
- Oppose egregious restrictions on new amendment ballot petitions (on the April 3 calendar)
- Oppose new Vote by Mail restrictions (currently in House subcommittee)
- Oppose reducing the age to purchase firearms (House passed March 26 ☹️)
SUBSCRIBE TODAY and ADD YOUR VOICE to the FIGHT FOR DEMOCRACY!
The Collier County Democratic Executive Committee (DEC) will meet
APRIL 2, 2025 – 5:30 PM Meet & Greet, 6:30 PM Meeting
We’re taking our show on the road in 2025!
The April location will be at the
Golden Gate Community Center
4701 Golden Gate Parkway, Naples, 34116
The DEC is the local official arm of the Florida Democratic Party and is comprised of elected Committeemen and Women. Official meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM. We will hold a public Meet & Greet beginning at 5:30 PM. Please join us! ALL DEMOCRATS WELCOME!
We want to hear from you!
All registered Democrats may attend and observe as guests, and all attendees must register ahead of time. Only DEC members may vote and participate in the meeting. Attendees are encouraged to join 10 minutes early to get settled before the meeting begins.
The Collier County Democratic Club (CCDC) will meet
APRIL 14, 2025 – 6:00-7:30 PM
at Collier County Education Association
6710 Lone Oak Blvd, Naples, FL 34109
Florida Women’s Reproductive Health Update – post Amendment 4 loss
We welcome Dawnyelle Singleton, the Manager of Volunteers and Community Programs for the Florida Alliance of The Planned Parenthood Affiliates. In this role, she supervises and executes community engagement initiatives across the service region. As a proud alumnus of Florida State University, she holds memberships with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Sarasota Black Caucus, ASALH, and the League of Women Voters. In 2022, Singleton ran for the School Board in Sarasota County, District 1. She is a leadership enthusiast with graduations from Leadership Sarasota, Gulf Coast Leadership Institute, Florida Institute for Political Leadership and Grassroots Organizing Strategy Leadership.
All Democrats Welcome. Please Join us!
The Democratic Women‘s Club of Marco (DWC Marco) will meet
APRIL 8, 2025 – 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Mackle Park Community Center
1361 Andalusia Terrace
Our featured speaker will be Charlette Roman, former Marco Island City Councilor, Chair of the Big Cypress Basin Board and board member of South Florida Water Management District, will present “Let’s Talk Water – An introduction to the South Florida Water District”.
Please Join Us! Doors open for sign in at 4:45pm, and the meeting will begin promptly at 5:00pm. Please be on time.
The Collier County Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida
is holding another environmental roundtable after the success of the last one.
April 26, 9am to noon
Topic: Environmental Consequences of Unregulated Development
Register by filling out this survey
(CCDECF) is asking everyone to sign the Right to Clean Water Amendment ballot petition, for inclusion on the 2026 ballot.
To get your pre-printed petition, sign up to receive it via email, or via snail mail if you do not have a printer. Click here to order your pre-filled petition. Then print, sign, date and mail it.
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HELP ELECT LEADERS WHO WILL ADDRESS THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND CLIMATE CRISIS WE FACE!
Click here to join the State Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida for $10 per year. Then follow the prompts to join the Collier County Chapter of the DECF for $15 per year.
Engage In Your Community!
Collier County Board of County Commissioners hold public meetings on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 9:00am in the BCC Chambers on the 3rd floor of the Government Center. Agendas and minutes are available here. Other Collier County committee meetings are listed on their calendar.
The Collier County School Board normally holds public meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 9:00am at the Dr Martin Luther King Administrative Center (5775 Osceola Trail, Naples), unless noted otherwise. Here are links to view agendas and minutes. School Board seats for Districts 1, 3, and 5 will be open in the November 2026 election. If you are interested in running to serve the children of Collier County, now is the time to begin preparing. Please contact Carrie Stewart for information.
Naples City Council normally holds its regular public meetings on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 8:30am in the City Hall Council Chambers at 735 8th Street South. You can view agendas and minutes, and watch the meetings live online using the foregoing link.
The Marco Island City Council normally holds public meetings on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 5:30pm in the Dr. Fay and Bedford Biles Community Room, 51 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island. Agendas and minutes are available here.
If you know of other local government meetings and events we should list here, please email Sandy Ussia at sandy.ussia303@gmail.com
Trusted News Sources
Have you had enough of watching the news on TV, or reading national newspapers? If so, we can recommend some alternative news sources!
We’ve just added a new website page listing local and national progressive information sources, as well as trusted blogs and social media commentary.
You’re sure to find some that speak to you!
The Collier County Democratic Executive Committee (CCDEC) is the official, local county arm of the Florida Democratic Party. The CCDEC has oversight over all Democratic Party activities within Collier County. LEARN MORE
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