9th District Convention and Gala FAQ
GALA
What is the 9th District Republican Gala?
The 9th District Gala is an annual gala that is hosted the evening prior to the 9th District Convention. Funds raised through this event enable the 9th District to give back to local candidates seeking public office, who represent our conservative values. Typically, the 9th District Republican Party donates $10,000 to $15,000 to candidates per election cycle and funds voter outreach initiatives.
When is the 9th District Republican Gala?The 9th District Republican Gala will be held on Friday, April 19th, 2024. Doors will open at 5:30 PM for resignation and 6:00 PM for the cocktails. Dinner will start at 6:30 PM.
Where is the 9th District Republican Gala?The 9th District Republican Gala is being hosted at the Dillard House Convention Center, 768 Franklin Street, Dillard, GA.
What is the attire for the 9th District Republican Gala?The dress for the gala is a formal gown, cocktail dress or pants suit for ladies. Men should wear a tuxedo or suit.
What should I expect at the 9th District Republican Gala?
This year’s Special Guest Speaker for our Gala is Anat Sultan-Dadon, Isarel Consul General of the Consulate General of Israeli of the Southeastern US in Atlanta. The speaker typically speaks for 30 – 40 minutes and begins between 6:45 PM and 7:00 PM. We will present 10 awards immediately after the speaker concludes. The gala will conclude no later than 9:00 PM.
What food will be served at the 9th District Republican Gala?
The menu for the evening’s events will consist of Ceasar Salad, Calico Salad, Fried Chicken, Extra Poached Salmon, Scalloped Potatoes, Asparagus Spears, Green Beans, Wild Rice, Acorn Squash Souffle, Cole Slaw, Homemade Yeast Roles, Mixed Pies and Chocolate Fountain, Sweet and Unsweet Tea, Lemonade and Water, Regular and Decaf Coffee. A cash bar with beer and wine will be available.
Where can I purchase tickets for the 9th District Republican Gala?
Tickets for the 9th District Republican Gala can be purchased by going to the 9th District website at Pre-Registration Information or by clicking this Eventbrite Link. The cost to attend the gala is $75 a person or $125 a couple. Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration for Gala ends Friday, April 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Can you reserve a table for the 9th District Republican Gala?
There is a limited number of tables available for purchase. Table reservations for 10-top table is $1,000 and 8-top table is $800. Tables are not reserved until paid for and a list of names for the reserved table submitted to the 9th District Chair. Reservations for tables end on April 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM. Table Sponsors and their table guests are invited for a special reception with the Gala’s Special Guest Speaker. For information on how to purchase a table, please contact chairman@ga9.gop.
Can you become a Sponsor for the 9th District Republican Gala/Convention?
Sponsorship levels are available for the Gala/Convention. Sponsorship Levels are Platinum $2,000, Gold $1,500, Silver $1,000, Bronze $500. Sponsors will be recognized during the Gala/Convention and are invited to a special reception with our Gala’s Special Guest Speaker at 6:00 PM. Sponsorships for the Gala/Convention ends on April 17, 2024, at 5:00 PM. For information on how to become a sponsor, please contact either Dwayne Turner 3rdVice-Chairman@ga9.gop or Betsy Young 2ndVice-Chairman@ga9.gop.
Can Vendors reserve a table the day of Convention for use?
A limited number of Vendor tables are available for $150 each. As an example, Republican politicians running for office, Conservative political groups highlighting their services, etc., can reserve a table for their use. All vendor table registrations are subject to the approve of the District Chair. For information on how to reserve a Vendor table, please contact chairman@ga9.gop.
Are there accommodations available should I desire to stay overnight and attend the convention the next day?Yes, the 9th District Republican Party has a list of surrounding hotels available on our website that are conveniently located less than 1-10 miles from the convention center. Information can be found on our website by going to GA9.GOP and looking under the 2024 District Convention tab.
CONVENTION
When is the 9th District Convention?
The 9th District Convention will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The convention will begin promptly at 10:00 AM. Registration that morning will begin at 8:00 AM. Early registration for the District Convention will also be offered on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
Where is the 9th District Convention? The 9th District Convention is being hosted at The Dillard House Convention Center, 768 Franklin Street, Dillard, GA.
What is the cost of the 9th District Convention? The cost of the 9th District Convention is $35 for delegates, alternates, or guests.
Where can I pre-register for the 9th District Convention?
Delegates, Alternates, and Guests of the 9th District convention can pre-register by going to the 9th District website at GA9.GOP or by clicking this Eventbrite Link. Upon arrival at the convention, you will need to present ID present to complete the registration process. Online pre-registration for the Convention will end April 17, 2024, at 5:00 PM.
What should I expect at the 9th District Convention?The 2024 9th District Republican Party Convention will be when Republicans gather from across the 12 counties that comprise our district to conduct the business of the party. At the convention, we will hear from speakers, have a few presentations made, elect Delegates and Alternate-Delegates to the RNC Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, adopt Rules of the District, adopt Resolutions, and perform any additional business necessary for the 9th District.
How can I submit a resolution for consideration at the 9th District Convention? In order for a resolution to be considered by the Resolutions Committee and ultimately by the District Convention, it had to be submitted in editable electronic format (Word, etc.) on or before April 3, 2024, at 5:00 PM. Resolutions will not be accepted after this time.
Resolutions, other than the annual memorial resolution, were to be no more than 250 words in length. Any resolution which contains any assertion of fact must have been accompanied by sufficient documentation to allow the Resolutions Committee to verify the accuracy of any such assertions. No other resolutions or rules shall be considered by the District Convention. Questions regarding resolutions can be sent to resolutions@ga9.gop.
How can I submit a proposed rules change for consideration at the 9th District Convention?In order for a rules change to be considered by the Rules Committee and ultimately by the District Convention, it had to have be submitted in editable electronic format (Word, etc.) on or before April 3, 2024, at 5:00 PM. No other rules shall be considered by the District Convention. Questions regarding proposed rules changes can be sent to rules@ga9.gop.
Where can I find out who is serving on Committees related to the Convention?
Committee assignments for the 9th District Convention can be found on our website at Convention Committees Information.
Will I know what resolutions and rules changes will be presented before the Convention on Saturday, April 20, 2024?Yes, all resolutions and proposed rules changes being present at the Convention will be emailed to all delegates and alternates 5 days prior to the Convention. Likewise, we will also place the resolutions and proposed rules changes on the 9th District website at GA9.GOP.
Will lunch be served at the 9th District Convention? Delegates, alternates, and guests will have the opportunity at pre-registration to purchase a box lunch for the cost of $16. Meals will be catered by The Dillard House. Purchase of a box lunch is via pre-registration only and will end on April 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM. No lunches will be sold the day of the convention.
How long will the 9th District Convention last? Unfortunately, we cannot give you an exact time that we will conclude the business of the convention. Typically, our conventions are completed no later than 2 PM.
What is the 9th District Republican Gala?
The 9th District Gala is an annual gala that is hosted the evening prior to the 9th District Convention. Funds raised through this event enable the 9th District to give back to local candidates seeking public office, who represent our conservative values. Typically, the 9th District Republican Party donates $10,000 to $15,000 to candidates per election cycle and funds voter outreach initiatives.
When is the 9th District Republican Gala?The 9th District Republican Gala will be held on Friday, April 19th, 2024. Doors will open at 5:30 PM for resignation and 6:00 PM for the cocktails. Dinner will start at 6:30 PM.
Where is the 9th District Republican Gala?The 9th District Republican Gala is being hosted at the Dillard House Convention Center, 768 Franklin Street, Dillard, GA.
What is the attire for the 9th District Republican Gala?The dress for the gala is a formal gown, cocktail dress or pants suit for ladies. Men should wear a tuxedo or suit.
What should I expect at the 9th District Republican Gala?
This year’s Special Guest Speaker for our Gala is Anat Sultan-Dadon, Isarel Consul General of the Consulate General of Israeli of the Southeastern US in Atlanta. The speaker typically speaks for 30 – 40 minutes and begins between 6:45 PM and 7:00 PM. We will present 10 awards immediately after the speaker concludes. The gala will conclude no later than 9:00 PM.
What food will be served at the 9th District Republican Gala?
The menu for the evening’s events will consist of Ceasar Salad, Calico Salad, Fried Chicken, Extra Poached Salmon, Scalloped Potatoes, Asparagus Spears, Green Beans, Wild Rice, Acorn Squash Souffle, Cole Slaw, Homemade Yeast Roles, Mixed Pies and Chocolate Fountain, Sweet and Unsweet Tea, Lemonade and Water, Regular and Decaf Coffee. A cash bar with beer and wine will be available.
Where can I purchase tickets for the 9th District Republican Gala?
Tickets for the 9th District Republican Gala can be purchased by going to the 9th District website at Pre-Registration Information or by clicking this Eventbrite Link. The cost to attend the gala is $75 a person or $125 a couple. Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration for Gala ends Friday, April 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Can you reserve a table for the 9th District Republican Gala?
There is a limited number of tables available for purchase. Table reservations for 10-top table is $1,000 and 8-top table is $800. Tables are not reserved until paid for and a list of names for the reserved table submitted to the 9th District Chair. Reservations for tables end on April 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM. Table Sponsors and their table guests are invited for a special reception with the Gala’s Special Guest Speaker. For information on how to purchase a table, please contact chairman@ga9.gop.
Can you become a Sponsor for the 9th District Republican Gala/Convention?
Sponsorship levels are available for the Gala/Convention. Sponsorship Levels are Platinum $2,000, Gold $1,500, Silver $1,000, Bronze $500. Sponsors will be recognized during the Gala/Convention and are invited to a special reception with our Gala’s Special Guest Speaker at 6:00 PM. Sponsorships for the Gala/Convention ends on April 17, 2024, at 5:00 PM. For information on how to become a sponsor, please contact either Dwayne Turner 3rdVice-Chairman@ga9.gop or Betsy Young 2ndVice-Chairman@ga9.gop.
Can Vendors reserve a table the day of Convention for use?
A limited number of Vendor tables are available for $150 each. As an example, Republican politicians running for office, Conservative political groups highlighting their services, etc., can reserve a table for their use. All vendor table registrations are subject to the approve of the District Chair. For information on how to reserve a Vendor table, please contact chairman@ga9.gop.
Are there accommodations available should I desire to stay overnight and attend the convention the next day?Yes, the 9th District Republican Party has a list of surrounding hotels available on our website that are conveniently located less than 1-10 miles from the convention center. Information can be found on our website by going to GA9.GOP and looking under the 2024 District Convention tab.
CONVENTION
When is the 9th District Convention?
The 9th District Convention will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The convention will begin promptly at 10:00 AM. Registration that morning will begin at 8:00 AM. Early registration for the District Convention will also be offered on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
Where is the 9th District Convention? The 9th District Convention is being hosted at The Dillard House Convention Center, 768 Franklin Street, Dillard, GA.
What is the cost of the 9th District Convention? The cost of the 9th District Convention is $35 for delegates, alternates, or guests.
Where can I pre-register for the 9th District Convention?
Delegates, Alternates, and Guests of the 9th District convention can pre-register by going to the 9th District website at GA9.GOP or by clicking this Eventbrite Link. Upon arrival at the convention, you will need to present ID present to complete the registration process. Online pre-registration for the Convention will end April 17, 2024, at 5:00 PM.
What should I expect at the 9th District Convention?The 2024 9th District Republican Party Convention will be when Republicans gather from across the 12 counties that comprise our district to conduct the business of the party. At the convention, we will hear from speakers, have a few presentations made, elect Delegates and Alternate-Delegates to the RNC Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, adopt Rules of the District, adopt Resolutions, and perform any additional business necessary for the 9th District.
How can I submit a resolution for consideration at the 9th District Convention? In order for a resolution to be considered by the Resolutions Committee and ultimately by the District Convention, it had to be submitted in editable electronic format (Word, etc.) on or before April 3, 2024, at 5:00 PM. Resolutions will not be accepted after this time.
Resolutions, other than the annual memorial resolution, were to be no more than 250 words in length. Any resolution which contains any assertion of fact must have been accompanied by sufficient documentation to allow the Resolutions Committee to verify the accuracy of any such assertions. No other resolutions or rules shall be considered by the District Convention. Questions regarding resolutions can be sent to resolutions@ga9.gop.
How can I submit a proposed rules change for consideration at the 9th District Convention?In order for a rules change to be considered by the Rules Committee and ultimately by the District Convention, it had to have be submitted in editable electronic format (Word, etc.) on or before April 3, 2024, at 5:00 PM. No other rules shall be considered by the District Convention. Questions regarding proposed rules changes can be sent to rules@ga9.gop.
Where can I find out who is serving on Committees related to the Convention?
Committee assignments for the 9th District Convention can be found on our website at Convention Committees Information.
Will I know what resolutions and rules changes will be presented before the Convention on Saturday, April 20, 2024?Yes, all resolutions and proposed rules changes being present at the Convention will be emailed to all delegates and alternates 5 days prior to the Convention. Likewise, we will also place the resolutions and proposed rules changes on the 9th District website at GA9.GOP.
Will lunch be served at the 9th District Convention? Delegates, alternates, and guests will have the opportunity at pre-registration to purchase a box lunch for the cost of $16. Meals will be catered by The Dillard House. Purchase of a box lunch is via pre-registration only and will end on April 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM. No lunches will be sold the day of the convention.
How long will the 9th District Convention last? Unfortunately, we cannot give you an exact time that we will conclude the business of the convention. Typically, our conventions are completed no later than 2 PM.