What Is County Committee?

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A New York City County Committee member is a grassroots, unpaid party official elected to a two-year term to represent their specific election district (often 1-3 blocks) within their political party, usually the Democratic Party. They serve as the local governing body, voting on party leadership, internal rules, and nominating party candidates for special elections.


Key Responsibilities of a County Committee Member:


● Party Governance: They vote on the county party's leadership, including the election of district leaders and the party chair.


● Nominating Candidates: They vote to select the party's nominee for special elections, such as for Assembly, State Senate, or Congressional seats.
Setting Rules: They help establish the official rules and bylaws for the local party organization.


● Grassroots Organizing: Members often mobilize voters, assist with local campaign efforts, and organize community events in their immediate neighborhood.


● Meetings: In Brooklyn, County Committee Members meet in even years to conduct official business and discuss party affairs.


County Committee members, sometimes referred to as the "county party" members, act as the bridge between voters and the party leadership, making them essential for local party operations.