Republican Women of Central Holding “Attack on Crime” Meeting & Congressional Candidates Forum

Press Release from RWC
    Republican Women of Central are sponsoring two events in August to inspire, inform and involve citizens, marking the official start of the Fall federal election season.  
    On Monday, August 18th RWC will host "Attack On Crime" with newly elected Central Police Chief James Salsbury and Commander of the EBRP Sherrif's Central Sub-station Capt. Bobby Dale Callender for their dinner meeting at Mike Anderson's Seafood in Central, located at 14140 Greenwell Springs Road, Central, LA  70818.
    Concerned citizens, members and guests are invited to attend. Cost is $20 per person to attend, and includes choice of 4 entrees with salad, tea, water, coffee, dessert and door prize ticket. Doors open at 5:45p.m for socializing with cash bar available.  Dinner and meeting begin at 6:30p.m.
    Questions about the controversial decision to expand the Central Police Department as the primary law enforcement agency for Central have been raised since before Chief Salsbury took office recently. He will share his vision for an expanding police force in Central on Monday evening and answer questions.
    "Many people are concerned whether or not Central can financially afford the growing expenses of equipment, manpower and employee benefits without tax increases," said RWC President Betsy Barnes.
    "Chief Salsbury has a vision, and the idea is supported by many people locally. His vision is a series of big steps for Central, Everyone needs to understand the details in the planning stages," said Barnes. Concerns about the structure, shift of responsibility and communication between Central and the Sheriff's office have been expressed by many."
    "We are grateful to Capt. Callender and the EBRP Sheriff's Department who has been responsible for the majority of the law enforcement services in the growing Central area. These law enforcement pros are the most reliable sources on current crime statistics, trends, prevention, and how to best protect our family and community,"  said. Barnes. Capt. Callender and Chief Salsbury will share current information.
    $1,000 Restaurant Raffle tickets go on sale, 2 for $20 and RWC "Real Housewives of Central" T shirts and tank tops will be sold for $20 each through Sept. 15th to fund The Dictionary Project in October and the 2015 RWC College Scholarship Fund.
    Nomination forms will be available for the RWC'S OUTSTANDING WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS  at this meeting and at local businesses. The awards will be presented October 20, 2014.
    The largest "MEET THE CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATES FORUM" in Central's history will be held on Monday, August 25th and will be broadcast on Talk 107.3 FM, 6-8p.m. at Central High School Auditorium, The Bill Profita Show on Talk 107.3 WBRP will be broadcast live from 4-6p.m. prior to the forum. Everyone is invited. It is free and open to the public.
    Voter registration for students and citizens 17 years of age and older. Upon their 18th birthday, their registration will be valid if the application is completed correctly. This will give young voters turning 18 the opportunity to vote in the November 4th election.
    Currently 11 people have declared themselves as candidates for Congress. All qualified Congressional candidates in the 6th District race are invited to participate.. Qualifying is open August 20-22nd at 4;30p.m. Those who meet all qualifications will be allowed to join in the forum.
    Individuals who plan to qualify are asked to contact RWC immediately to accept this public invitation and be included in the forum, This forum is sponsored by Republican Women of Central, City of Central Republican Coalition and Rock It Right, LLC. Candidates may bring campaign signs, flyers, and recruit volunteers.
    Following these two events, RWC will also present another opportunity for voters to meet judicial candidates on  Monday, September 15 "MEET THE JUDICIAL CANDIDATE FORUM" broadcast on Talk 107.3 FM from 6-8p.m.  All qualified Judicial candidates in the 19th and 21st JDC race are invited. Sponsored by Republican Women of Central, City of Central Republican Coalition and Rock It Right, LLC. The Bill Profita Show will be broadcast live from 4-6p.m. prior to the forum. It will be free and open to the public This forum will replace the monthly membership dinner meeting.
    To participate as a declared and qualifying candidate or sponsor of the forum, or membership, please email [email protected]. Visit Twitter.com/RWCLA2014 or Facebook.com/Republican Women of Central, Louisiana.