Club Roots
Political Involvement
Community Involvement
The New 7th Democratic Civic Club evolved from the 8-7-2 Democratic Club. The 8-7-2 was named for the Eighth Legislative District, Seventh Councilmanic District, and Second Congressional District within which the majority of club members resided.
The 8-7-2 was founded in 1978 by a diverse group of citizens with a common desire to address the problems and issues facing their community. They recognized that the most effective way to deal with any issue was to bring together the interested parties and the entities with the resources to resolve the issue. With this in mind the 8-7-2 included residents, local businesses, and government in all of their efforts.After the 1980 census, political districts were reapportioned as required by law. The new political boundaries placed most of the Eighth Legislative District into the new Seventh Legislative District. The Seventh Councilmanic District saw little change and the community remained within the Second Congressional District. The members decided to change the name to the New 7th Democratic Civic Club, Inc. The word Civic was added to the name because the club was primarily focused on the community. The clubs' political involvement was directed toward serving and improving the community. The appropriate paperwork was filed in March of 1983. After the 2000 census and redistricting most of the Seventh Legislative District was incorporated into the new Sixth Legislative District. The Seventh Councilmanic District was largely unchanged. After much discussion and several votes on alternative names, the club decided against changing the name.
Return to top of pageTo ensure responsible and responsive government the club was very active in political campaigns. The 8-7-2 focused on local races and provided significant support to many candidates. The club earned a reputation for effectiveness and efficiency. Consequently, many club members were selected for positions within the government, allowing them an opportunity make a real difference in our community.
Over the years the club has also expressed its’ opinions on legislation. The club has frequently advised local, state and federal elected officials of their support or opposition to a variety of issues.
Return to top of pageSince its’ inception the club has been active in community service projects. Over the years the club has sponsored, supported, or participated in events such as community clean ups, food drives, clothing drives, and local scholarships. With club members from all over the community, suggestions for community projects span the entire District. The membership decides on which projects to adopt and pursue.
The club has always made its’ voice heard on issues arising in the community. The club was very involved in the proposed relocation of the Dundalk Post Office. The club examined the license renewals for the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant when they came up. The club invited representatives fom Baltimore Gas & Electric and the Union of Concerned Scientists to present both sides of the issue. After hearing from each side independently the club prepared and sent a letter to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission expressing our general support for the renewals. The letter also expressed some concerns about the renewal process.
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