Community News of District Events
Community News broadcasts and highlights the recent events of our tremendously active Precinct Committeemen and tireless Legislative District 12 (LD12) volunteers. If you have news where LD12 Republican members are active in the Community, send us a note using the VOLUNTEER online form.
LD12 Monthly Meeting – 10 Jun 2025
Patty Porter chaired the meeting as Greg Dutton had a family emergency. Normal business was discussed and each chair updated their respective responsibilities to include Call to Action items for LD12 and the Sedona Raffle drawing. The Programs agenda included 2026 candidates Rodney Glassman for AZ State Attorney General and Daniel Keenan for US Congress as well as TARs and We the People.
Acting Chair Patty Porter introduced Pastor Jesse from Generation Church who welcomed LD12, expressed his support for us, and said the prayer.
After the Pledge of Allegiance and Daphne Bernal's leading us in the singing of the National Anthem, all the Officers gave their reports.
Carole Wilson drew the winner for the Sedona Weekend Raffle. The winning ticket was bought at the MCRC EGC meeting.
LD12 Monthly Meeting – 13 May 2025
Items of discussion during the meeting included a video of President Trump's first 100 days, the Easter Parade video, Legislative and other committees, Strategic Planning, Maricopa EGC Information, Precinct PC Status, a summary of Call to Action items for LD12, the Sedona Raffle tickets, and items available in the "Shop" section of the website. The Programs agenda included Alex Kolodin for AZ Secretary of State, Monica Yelin from the Hispanic Heritage Alliance, TARs, and We the People.
Chair Greg Dutton introduced Brendan, the new Generation Church Campus Pastor who welcomed LD12, expressed his support for the conservative values we represent, and said the prayer. Greg's First 100 Day Video
After the Pledge of Allegiance and the singing of our National Anthem, all the Officers gave their reports.
First Vice Chair Patty Porter spoke about upcoming events and introduced Kim Duncan. Kim is head of the LD12 Legislative team. She also encouraged PCs to volunteer for committees by using the sign up QR codes.
The Easter Parade was a great success. View videos in the links.
Carole Wilson showed the Sedona Raffle video and displayed the new tote bags, which are now available. The T-shirt will be available when the final design is completed.
The two fundraising items are linked below as well as the year to date status of the Food Drive.
Greg also showed us our PC recruitment numbers, the canvassing survey questions for both active and inactive voters, and he had several slides explaining our calls to action.
Denise Babayan presented a full program with Alex Kolodin running for AZ Sec of State, Monica Yelin from the Hispanic Liberty Alliance, as well as We the People and TARs.
Alex Kolodin explained why he should be our Republican candidate for Arizona Secretary of State.
LD12 Monthly Meeting – 8 April 2025
Items of discussion during the meeting included the Easter Parade, Strategic Planning, Raffle Tickets, and items available in the "Shop" section of the website. The Programs agenda included an SRP Council update for the 2026 Election Season.
Chair Greg Dutton introduced Brendan, the new Generation Church Campus Pastor who welcomed LD12, expressed his support for the conservative values we represent, and said the prayer.
First Vice Chair Patty Porter spoke about upcoming events including PC Training. She also encouraged PCs to volunteer for committees by using the sign up QR codes.
The Voter Registration Drive and the upcoming Easter Parade event both need volunteers.
Carole Wilson and Greg Dutton asked the membership to vote for the Tshirt Design. The shirt with the words "Make Arizona Great Again" was selected. Our website "Shop" menu has three new items available for fund raising. The Raffle and Tote Bags are now available, but the T-shirt will be available when the final design is completed.
Carole Wilson announced two fundraising items. They include a two night stay in Sedona as the Spring Raffle fundraiser as well as the LD12 Tote Bag.
Chairman Greg Dutton spoke to us about the Easter Parade Float Description and the Strategic Plan for 2026.
Greg also showed us our PC recruitment numbers, the canvassing survey questions for both active and inactive voters, and he recommended that we take the SRP handouts with us as we canvass our neighbors. (See video below)
Programs included SRP Council Member Barry Paceley with several other SRP GOP members. who discussed SRP issues and the need for support for the 2026 elections. Please take copies of the flyer below on your canvas walks.
LD12 Monthly Meeting – 11 March 2025
Precinct Captains Presented Strategic Planning Ideas for the 2026 Election Season
Chair Greg Dutton introduced Brendan, the new Generation Church Campus Pastor.
First Vice Chair Patty Porter spoke about upcoming events including the March for Life, and encouraged PCs to volunteer for committees by using the sign up sheets in the lobby.
Carole Wilson talked about the T-shirt design contest. Please use the link below if you have a good idea!
Chairman Greg Dutton talked about future initiatives....
and introduced the Precinct Captain groups following the adjournment of the formal business meeting.
Each of the four team leaders and members of their groups presented strategic planning ideas for the 2026 election season.
Team Leader Summer Baker presented ideas for the Raptors and Team Leader Jason Petzke presented ideas for Team Unity.
LD12 Monthly Meeting on 11 Feb 2025
Greg Dutton recognized the outstanding PC's for 2024 and presided over a well run meeting with officer reports, video of last six months events, announcement of precinct captain's working group, before adjourning to listen to Justin Heap (Maricopa County Recorder) and Mark Stewart (Maricopa Board of Supervisors).
Greg Dutton had the BOD stage tables re-arranged to allow better viewing of the single center screen. Two of the high side screens have been removed from the front stage. The BOD seating on stage and equipment blocked some of the slides and presentation media for some members of the audience. Future presentations will be adjusted to insure important information is viewable by the members.
Patty Porter (First Vice Chair) discussed her Passion Projects and brought the Outstanding PC's on stage so Greg Dutton could hand each one certificates of recognition.
Outstanding PC's: Caroline Coler, Chevy Franz, Diane Feldhacker, Chip Lewis, Alice Mercer, Ceresse Nada, Carrie Heikkala, Carole, Wilson.
PC of the Year: Nancy Durband
Sign-up to volunteer with Passion Projects on one of the LD12 website home page top "hot" buttons.
Kurt Gearhart - 4th Vice Chair presented a video of LD12 activities from pre-election thru January 2025 combined with news events, memes, press releases, and videos. If you haven't seen it, it's a good review of our success ovee the last 6 months and highlights Donald Trump as president.
Justin Heap, the Maricopa county recorder discusses his efforts over the last four weeks as the new county recorder. Although the Maricopa Board of Supervisors blind-sided him by removing much of his control over elections, he has been busy with the remainder of his duties. He recently removed 242,000 inelligble voters from the Maricopa voter roles (about %12 of those on the roles). During Q & A, MCRC Chairman Craig Berland informed Mr. Heap that certain mandatory requests for public information from the county are no longer being honored and should be one of his immediate priorities. Mr. Heap responded he was somewhat aware that these issues were not being addresses by the Board of Supervisors as they moved those functions to the BOS prior to the 2024 election. We should hear more on this soon.
Mark Stewart, Board of Supervisors discusses his efforts over the last four weeks as a new member of the Board. He seems to be on the right foot with a good knowledge of what needs to be done.
Food Drive Continues – St Mary’s Food Bank
We collect non-perishables in the church lobby prior to our monthly meeting. LD12 was featured in the Ahwatukee News for donations made over the last year at our monthly meetings. Let's see if we can donate even more in 2025!
LD12 State Committeemen Attend 2025 AZGOP Meeting
The AZGOP State meeting was held 25 Jan 2025 and LD12 was well represented. Chairwoman Gina Swoboda presided over the meeting, and Parliamentarian Joe Neglia served as an adviser to enforce Robert's Rules of Order.
Greg Dutton led the CD4 caucus, which elected Patty Porter, Don Hiatt, and Madeleine McDonald by acclimation as CD4 Members at Large to the AZGOP.
The CD4 Member at Large Caucus was held in the balcony of the church, and each MAL candidate spoke briefly to let us know why they ran.
Results of Elections, Bylaws, and Resolution:
AZGOP Board Members:
Chair: Gina Swoboda
Secretary: Nickie Kelley
Treasurer: Ron Gould
CD4 Members at Large:
Patty Porter
Don Hiatt
Madeleine McDonald
Bylaw 1 - Failed
Bylaw 2 - Passed
Bylaw 3 - Failed
Bylaw 4 - Failed
Bylaw 5 - Failed
Resolution 1 - Failed
MCRC Statutory Meeting a success! (No LD Meeting in January)
The MCRC 2025 Statutory meeting was a huge success. The organizational team, led by our very own Greg Dutton, showed how it should be done! Enjoy the photos from the event and also be reminded that we do not have an LD meeting in January due to the Statutory MCRC meeting last Saturday. We have other PCs in our LD who were recognized that we will post later - (Like the Nancy Durband!)
Greg Dutton hands out radios at o' dark thirty on Saturday morning!
Our LD12 Credentialing team set up early.
LD12 Talley Team Volunteers were awesome!
Carole Wilson worked hard to make sure the Handcount went off without a glitch.
Some of our LD12 handcount leaders!
Our New MCRC Officers for 2025-26 are sworn in.
19 Dec LD Fun Filled Christmas Celebration After a Great Year!
The event, which was organized by Chevelle Frantz, Jason Petzke, and Carole Wilson, was held at the MCRC Headquarters, and was well attended.
Carole Wilson, 3rd Vice Chair, organized a silent auction for over 20 gift baskets that were donated by PCs. The total amount raised for the LD was $2,651.
BJ Kelly played the part of Santa and he was a big hit. Everyone enjoyed the festivities!
The potluck dinner, desserts, and snacks were awesome!
MCRC Chairman Craig Berland and our LD Chairman Greg Dutton were among several speakers who outlined our accomplishments in 2024, and reminded us that we need to continue our work to capitalize on our gains and prepare for the 2026 Primary Election.
Candidates in attendance included Jerry Sheridan, Mark Stewart, Matt Evans, Lawrence Hudson, and Cara Vicini.
Lincoln Day Luncheon – 12 October 2024
Carole Wilson, PC in the Ahwatukee Precinct, was presented with the Reagan Award at the annual Lincoln Day Luncheon. Carole has worked tirelessly coordinating and installing candidate signs throughout the LD, raising funds through the sale of buttons and t-shirts, and managing the food drive among many other activities that benefit our LD.
Lara Logan, award winning journalist, was the keynote speaker at the luncheon. Some of the things she spoke about included the work we all have to do in Maricopa County with regard to election integrity, the importance of speaking up for all of our whistleblowers, and the kill teams that were allowed to cross our border as a way to get us used to terrorists being in our country.
Other speakers included Kelly Cooper, candidate for 4th Congressional District and Matt Evans, candidate for Phoenix Mayor.
The luncheon was well attended and enjoyed by PCs throughout Maricopa County.
16 November 24 – LD 12 Election Meeting
The Meeting was held at Pima Canyon Church
Both Elections were counted by hand.
New Officers for next two years:
CHAIR Greg Dutton
TREASURER Theron Taylor
SECRETARY Debi Birch
FIRST VC Patty Porter
SECOND VC Denise Babayan
THIRD VC Carole Wilson
FOURTH VC Kurt Gearhart
Results of State Committeeman:
29 October Special Meeting
Election of LD12 Nominating Committee for 2024-2025
Congratulations to our new Committee!
Your New Nominating Committee is: Nancy Durband, Diane Feldhacker, Carrie Heikkala.
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Joe Neglia gave a well received briefing on Roberts Rules of Order during (and after) the Hand count.
Election 2024 Daily Updates from the MCRC
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29 October 2024 Special Meeting
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OFFICIAL ELECTION MEETING CALL NOTICE
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October Meeting – GOTV Action Items and Candidate Speakers
GOTV activities include Golden Ticket and candidate lit drops, phone banking, ballot chasing, ballot curing, and electioneering.
School Board candidates Russ Rowlands, Ed Steele, Sharon Benson, and Ryan Heap spoke to us about their campaigns.
Rachel Walden and Lea Marquez-Peterson spoke about their campaigns for Arizona Corporation Commission.
Cara Vicini, candidate for State Senate, spoke about the strategy she is using to reach "moveable" voters.
Voter Registration Events
Voter Registration events took place at the Clik Clik Bang store and at Sharon's Flower Shop on October 5th. New voters signed up and those who were already registered received our Golden Tickets, Prop 139 cards, Vote Your Values cards, as well as miniature Trump flags and Trump pins.
CeCe’s Hope Center Night of Light Gala
CeCe's Hope Center's annual Night of Light Gala was held on Saturday, October 5th. CeCe's mission is to improve the lives and future of young women ages 18-30 who are at risk or are victims of sexual exploitation. Two of our LD12 members, Mike Rogers, PC in the Jupiter Precinct and Patty Porter, 1st Vice Chair, both leaders of our Rescuing Children Passion Project, attended the gala. The Rescuing Children project helps bring awareness to our community of the plight of the victims and survivors and the need to support organizations like CeCe's. The gala raised $134,702, which exceeded their goal of $75,000.
If you would like to get involved or donate to CeCe's, please visit their website at https://cecescenter.org/
