PCP is an acronym for Precinct Committee Person and in the Weld GOP, the PCP is the bedrock of our party – as “grassroots” as it gets!
Just What is a PCP?
A precinct is the smallest political subdivision. It is your neighborhood and your neighbors. A Precinct Committee Person (PCP) is the person who “adopts their neighborhood” for the GOP. It’s where you can have the biggest impact for Republican candidates and conservative ideas and values.
How is a PCP chosen?
The Precinct Committee Person is elected at the precinct caucus, held in late February/early March of even-numbered years. Since people tend to move and have life changes, PCP positions frequently come available.
What if there is a vacancy?
If there is a vacancy, a registered Republican who lives in the precinct and wants to make a positive impact for their community can be appointed by the Weld GOP Executive Committee.
How many PCPs are in a precinct?
According to Colorado law, each precinct can have two PCPs. It is a great way for a husband and wife, family members, or neighbors and friends to make a difference by helping elect Republicans and protecting what makes Weld County and Colorado great.
What does a PCP do?
The PCP is the most influential political office in the world because it is the grassroots. PCPs talk to their neighbors and friends about candidates and issues in a way no glitzy advertising can ever accomplish. PCPs win elections! PCPs have a huge impact by…
Talking with Republicans
PCPs actively talk with Republicans and unaffiliated voters. Known in the political world as “canvassing,” it really is just chatting with your neighbors about the issues important to them and presenting the Republican viewpoint about those issues.
Community Meetings
PCPs work with their District Captains to attend and organize community meetings. Whether they are meetings to discuss issues important to your district or to introduce elected and party leaders, community and neighborhood meetings are an important way to connect people with the positive policies and ideas Republicans offer.
Canvassing & Registration Events
There’s that “canvassing” term again. PCPs work with their District Captains and systematically communicate with the registered voters in their neighborhood to determine the issues important to them and actively promote Republican policies, ideas, and candidates.
A focus for the Weld GOP is voter registration efforts. Weld County is the fastest-growing county in the state and it’s our goal to meet these new voters and encourage them to affiliate with the Weld County Republican Party. District Captains work with their PCPs to organize voter registration events.
Organize Meet & Greets
It’s vitally important that elected Republicans, Republican candidates, and GOP Party Leaders frequently meet with the grassroots of our party. District Captains work with Precinct Committee People to organize meet and greets that connect the Republicans in your neighborhood with the people who want to hear their opinions and earn their continued trust.
Social Events & Gatherings
PCPs work with their District Captains to socialize with the Republicans in their neighborhoods. After all, this is the Grand Old Party, so let’s throw one! Precinct Pizza Parties, backyard barbecues, ice cream socials, and other fun events are the best way to connect with other Republicans, build relationships, and introduce them to our elected representatives and party leaders.
Education
Distribute candidate literature and work to educate folks in your precinct about Republican candidates and issues.
Precinct Caucus
Run precinct caucus and help get out the vote!
How much time does it take?
Time commitment? 2-3 hours a month will make you a rockstar!
You’re not alone in this!
Best of all, you don’t have to tackle this alone. The Weld GOP will be there with the resources you need to make an impact!
Want more information on being a Weld GOP PCP?
Drop us a note. We’ll get back to you with information on how you can fill the most important role in the Weld County Republican party!