Empowering Voters - Defending Democracy
The League of Women Voters is a political organization that neither supports nor opposes candidates or parties and encourages informed and active participation in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League of Women Voters of the La Grange Area serves the people of Brookfield, Burr Ridge, Countryside, Indian Head Park, Hinsdale, Hodgkins, La Grange, La Grange Highlands, La Grange Park, Riverside, Western Springs and Westchester.
The Future of Salt Creek and Fullersburg Woods
On June 5th the League of Women Voters® of the La Grange Area sponsored a program about the future of Salt Creek and Fullersburg Woods. The Master Plan includes enhancements for visitors of the environs of the historic Graue Mill, strategic bank stabilization and extensive removal of invasive vegetation followed by strategic replanting. This presentation discussed the environmental benefits and need for the project, and provided a detailed update on the construction progress including the removal of the dam, selected clearing and vegetation management/restoration, and stream restoration.
Learn About the Separation of Powers from An Expert
On February 3rd, The League of Women Voters® of the La Grange Area sponsored a program on the separation of powers, featuring Professor Steven D. Schwinn of the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law.
The separation of powers impacts everything from environmental protection to civil rights to consumer financial protection. This issue is also impacting the Supreme Court—a change that could have numerous implications. You can listen to a recording of this program here.
Learn About BEDS and Housing Insecurity in La Grange
On February 8th, the League of Women Voters® of the La Grange Area sponsored an informative program on the struggles of housing insecurity. Erin Molek of BEDS discussed the history of BEDS, the impact of BEDS in the community, and how to get involved. Many individuals and families are teetering on the edge, just one hardship or crisis away from experiencing the uncertainty of housing loss. Together, as a community, we can make a difference. Join us in building a safety net and support system to assist those facing homelessness and housing insecurity. You can listen to a recording of this program here.
How Can We Improve Voter Engagement?
On Feb. 22nd, the League of Women Voters® of the La Grange Area sponsored a community chat with the Lyons township clerk about increasing voter engagement. Elyse Hoffenberg, The Clerk of the Township of Lyons, sees increasing voter engagement and access as a key priority of her office and discussed past, present, and future plans related to mobilizing more people in our community to vote. She also presented some intriguing data regarding how and why voters engage as the do. You can view her Powerpoint here.