Political and Organization Focus

The ERC serves the northeast corner of Wayne County, Michigan, including the eastside of Detroit and suburban communities of the five Grosse Pointes, and Harper Woods.

The Eastside Republican Club is a not-for-profit community organization. Dues, contributions and gifts to the ERC are not deductible for U.S. income tax purposes.

Republican Club Elects

Elected as 2023 officers of the Eastside Republican Club at the Jan. 17 ERC annual meeting were Chairman Michael T. Vethacke, Grosse Pointe Park, Vice Chairman Renée M. Strobl, Shores, Treasurer Jay R. Hackleman, Woods, and Secretary Julie Baumer, Woods.

At-large board members are Pamela S. Solomon, Woods, David A. DeWitt, Woods, and E. David Schumacher, Woods.

ERC Board 2023
Pictured, left to right, Jay R. Hackleman, Julie Baumer, Renée M. Strobl, Michael T. Vethacke, Pamela S. Solomon, David A. DeWitt, and E. David Schumacher (inset).

WHAT DOES THE ERC DO WHEN IT MEETS?

We bring like-minded people together to network and to hear informative speakers. We expand our understanding of important local, state, national issues, and offer a learning opportunity to friends and other community members. Programs include panels, office holders or—during a campaign season—some who seek a partisan or non-partisan office. See for yourself. Check out our Events page where future events are announced. You’ll also see a long list of past events.

ARE THERE OTHER REPUBLICAN ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THIS AREA?

As far as organizations, yes. The Michigan Republican Party has official, elected committees in every U.S. Congressional district. It also has official, elected groups in each Michigan County, including Wayne.


DOES THE ERC FINANCIALLY SUPPORT POLITICAL CANDIDATES FOR OFFICE?

The ERC does not solicit or receive funds to support candidates. That is a role for fund-raising organizations such as the separate ERC-PAC.

Statement of Purpose

  • Promote the principles and philosophy of the Republican Party

  • Work for the election of Republican Party nominees in national, state and local elections

  • Provide a forum for discussion of issues, candidates and policies consistent with Republican Party ideals

  • Work in close cooperation with Republican state, district and county organizations, and with other Republican committees and clubs