Precinct committee officers from the 24th Legislative District Democrats met on Saturday Jan. 14, to elect officers to the organization’s central committee.

Former Chairman Matt Sircely of Jefferson County was elected again to the position of chairman, taking over for outgoing Chairman Connie Gallant. Julie Sa’Leit’Sa’ Kwina Johnson won election to the position of vice chair. The 24th Legislative District will be represented on the Washington State Democrats Central Committee by newly elected State Committee Members Diane Jones and Jeff Engels.

The organization consists of precinct committee officers from Clallam, Jefferson and the northern half of Grays Harbor County.

Sircely immediately reappointed Kris Grier of Clallam County who has served as treasurer and appointed Secretary Patrick Wadsworth of Grays Harbor County, a post he had previously held under Sircely’s chairmanship.

“This will be the second time both Matt and I have served as Chair and Secretary of the 24th LD, the last time being 2011 to 2013,” said Wadsworth. “I am looking forward to working with all our elected officers and everyone involved in public affairs across the district. In representing the 24th LD, we also intend to reach out to our friends in the 19th LD.”

Following the reorganization meeting, the new executive committee agreed to increase regular meetings, communication, and organizing across the district. “This is a serious time for Democrats to stick together,” said Sircely. “I’m excited to work with such a capable group of individuals from across the district, and I’m confident that, by working together, we will be ready to advance the Democratic values we cherish and work to protect the most vulnerable communities and individuals in our district.”