The Patriot Post: Early-April Issue 2025

Greetings Fellow Patriots!

As we turn the corner into April, momentum is building here in Flagler County. The energy and enthusiasm among our Republican grassroots are unmistakable—from precinct walks to planning sessions, our commitment to conservative values and strong leadership continues to grow. With key local and national elections behind us the national spotlight is intensifying, this is our time to sharpen our message, support our candidates, and engage our community with clarity and conviction.This month marks not only a new quarter but a renewed focus. We’re working harder than ever to ensure that Flagler remains a stronghold of American principles: limited government, individual liberty, and fiscal responsibility. In this issue, you’ll find updates from our committees, upcoming events you won’t want to miss, and ways you can get involved so we can build a unified organization prepared for the 2026 campaign season.

Next General Meeting – April 9th

Our next FCREC General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 9th at the Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Pkwy NE, Palm Coast, FL 32137. Social time begins at 5:00 PM, and the meeting will start promptly at 6:00 PM. These meetings are a great way to stay informed on the latest local and national political issues, connect with fellow conservatives, and get involved in our efforts to keep Florida red. We encourage all members to attend!

CD6 Stays Republican Red—Thanks to Flagler’s Tireless Volunteers

Florida’s Congressional District 6 has spoken loud and clear—conservative values still matter, and our team made sure of it. With a 14% margin of victory, Randy Fine’s decisive win is more than just a number—it’s a testament to the relentless dedication, time, and heart poured in by every single volunteer here in Flagler County.

This victory wasn’t won on TV or social media alone—it was won on the ground, right here in our own neighborhoods, libraries, and phone banks. To every door knocker who braved the sun and the rain, to those who stood proudly at the poll site tent at the library, sharing information and encouragement—you made a difference.

To the volunteers who worked First Fridays, helping register new Republican voters, thank you for expanding our base and welcoming fresh voices to the conservative movement. To the phone bank warriors who spent hours making calls, sharing the message, and reminding people to vote—your persistence was critical. And to those who helped set up, place, and remove campaign signs, your behind-the-scenes work was just as vital in showing that our presence was strong and organized.

Every piece of this puzzle—every small task, every long day, every conversation—helped ensure CD6 remains in Republican hands. This win is yours. We are deeply grateful for the strength, patriotism, and unity of our Flagler GOP family.

Now, with CD6 secured, we keep pressing forward—2026 is right around the corner, and your passion is what will carry us through to help President Trump complete his America First agenda.

10th Annual Kentucky Derby Watch Party May 3rd

SAVE THE DATE! The 10th Annual Flagler GOP KKentucky Derby Party is Here!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of Southern charm, thrilling horse racing, delicious food, and great company! Put on your finest Derby attire, grab your best hat, and come celebrate with us!

    📅 Date: Saturday, May 3rd, 2025    ⏰ Time: 5 PM - 9 PM    📍 Location: Hilton Garden Inn, 55 Town Center Blvd, Palm Coast, FL    💲 Donation: $60 per person

🎟️ Get your tickets now at: HERE

    🌟 Event Highlights:    🏇 Derby Viewing    👒 Best Hat Contest    🎶 And much more!

🚨 Important Ticket Update: 🚨📢 Our upcoming meeting will be the last opportunity to purchase tickets in person! After the meeting, all tickets must be purchased online HERE. Don’t wait—secure your spot now!

Don’t miss out on the most exciting two minutes in sports and an incredible night with the community.

🏛️ D.O.G.E. Monthly Update – March 2025 Recap

Department of Government EfficiencyReporting Period: March 5 – April 5, 2025

🔍 Efficiency Initiatives & Progress

1. Internal Audit Phase II – CompletedD.O.G.E. finalized its second wave of internal departmental audits, focusing on procurement processes and vendor accountability.

• Identified $480,000 in potential annual savings across three agencies.

• Flagged several contract redundancies and began streamlining shared services across departments.

2. Paper Reduction & Digitization PushThe pilot digital records program launched in early March in partnership with IT Services and has already resulted in:

• A 30% decrease in internal paper usage

• Faster record retrieval and improved interdepartmental communication

• Early feedback from staff indicates higher satisfaction with processing times

3. Cross-Training & Staff OptimizationTo improve workforce flexibility and response times, D.O.G.E. facilitated a cross-training workshop for administrative staff across three key offices.

• 42 employees participated

• 100% of survey respondents said they felt more confident handling cross-departmental requests

📉 Waste Reduction Spotlight

The team concluded a review of travel expenditures across departments, which uncovered overuse of premium lodging rates.

• New travel guidelines will be rolled out this month, projected to save $110,000 annually

• A shared booking platform is in development to centralize and monitor travel approvals

📢 Announcements & Notes

• Efficiency Champions Recognized:March’s “Efficiency Champion” award went to Lisa Tran (Finance) for leading the vendor contract consolidation that saved $120,000.

• Public Reporting Portal progress:The prototype transparency dashboard is in beta and scheduled for public rollout in early June. It will allow citizens to track cost-saving initiatives in real time.

🚧 In the Works – April Focus

• Fleet management audit – Launching April 10

• IT license inventory – Reviewing underutilized or duplicated software services

• Quarterly D.O.G.E. Efficiency Report – Due April 30

D.O.G.E. continues to uphold its mission of streamlining government operations, eliminating waste, and maximizing taxpayer value. Stay tuned for more updates and upcoming public engagement sessions later this spring.

 We Need YOU – Get Involved with the America First Cause! 

Do you believe in the America First mission and want to make a real impact right here in your community? Whether you're a people person, a behind-the-scenes thinker, or someone who just wants to lend a hand—we have a place for you!

We're currently looking for volunteers in ALL areas, including:

• 💻 Digital Marketing & Graphics

• 📅 Event Planning & Coordination

• 🤝 Membership Outreach & Drives

• 📣 Communications & Social Media

• 🧠 Strategy, Research & Administrative Help

Whatever your talent or passion is—we want to hear about it!We believe that volunteering should be fun, meaningful, and energizing. That’s why we aim to match people with roles that light them up.

✨ Love meeting new people and chatting with the community?You’d be perfect for our First Friday crew, helping us at events and engaging with folks on the ground.

🎨 Hate crowds but love design, marketing, or content creation?You’d be a huge help in our digital outreach and graphics team.

📋 Prefer organization and planning?Help one of our committees stay on track and effective—we have several you can join.

Whatever your strength is, there’s a way to use it to support the mission and make a difference.

📧 Ready to jump in? Email us at TheFCREC@gmail.comLet us know what you'd love to help with—we'll help you find the right fit.

“Do something you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.”Let’s do great work, together.