There’s an election on March 5th!  This may be a surprise to some people who expect the Primary to be held in June—and it is, when the Governor is up for election.  But in Presidential election years, the California Primary is moved up to the first Tuesday after the first Monday in March.  Because people can be caught unawares, this Primary can have a low turnout.  Our League is offering several voter service events to raise awareness of the Primary and to encourage people to vote.

On February 3rd, we will host a three-part event at the Chavez Library in Stockton from 10:00-12:30 that will focus on the importance of this Primary Election.

Former Stockton City Councilmember Elbert Holman along with former Supervisor Chuck Winn will remind folks that candidates for those city and county offices could be elected during the Primary and will talk about the decision-making responsibilities of these offices that impact people’s daily lives.

State Senator Susan Eggman will focus on why it’s important to vote for good candidates in the Primary, even if the final vote won’t take place until the General Election.

Pros and Cons League member Bea Lingenfelter will present information on the ballot measures that will be on the Primary ballot. She will also introduce the League’s VOTE 411 resource for election information.

Proposition 1, the Behavioral Health Services Act and Bond Measure that would add service for some and change the categories of funding for mental health services — a change that is a concern to some mental health advocates — will be on the March 5th ballot.

State Senator Susan Eggman, the San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Director, and a mental health services advocate will share their perspectives on this issue.

Come learn how the Primary Election could impact you.