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We support measures to further good government through the support of non-partisanship in local government and the support of legislation which permits increased flexibility in California State law governing general law counties.

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Earth Day: Environmental Teach-In

Our Power Our Planet Earth Day Teach In April 21st

Submitted by Torrance Area in March 2025.

Event Date: 
04/21/2025 - 5:00pm
Event location: 

Katy Geissert Torrance Public Library Community Room

Learn about Climate Advocacy

Take Action 

Monday, April 21st

5pm

Katy Geissert Library Community Room

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Sheriff Accountability Coalition

Riverside County Sheriff Accountablity Coalition

Sheriff Accountability Coalition Mission Statement 

Coalition members include ACLU of Southern California, League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), Starting Over, Starting Over Strong and LWV Riverside.

We are a diverse group of Riverside County residents and organizations calling on our Riverside County Board of Supervisors to provide much-needed accountability for the Riverside Sheriff’s Office.

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Effective Executive Branch of Local Government Study

In January 2022, the League of Women Voters of Hingham (LWVH) initiated a study to determine what makes an effective executive branch of Massachusetts (MA) local government. The executive branch includes the Select Board (SB) and Chief Municipal Officer (e.g., Town Administrator, Town Manager).

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Update—our local League newsletter

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PDF icon September 2025 Update

 

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Students Inside Albany and Youth Programs

LWVNYS Students Inside Albany

Students Inside Albany
In 2025 the conference will be held from May 18-21. Applications are now open.

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Absentee Ballot FAQ

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We recently reached out to Sault Sainte Marie City Clerk, Robin Troyer, about frequently asked absentee ballot questions we've heard from local LWV supporters and voters. First, if you have any questions about your ballot or the election process, you may directly reach the Sault City clerk's office at 906-632-5717 or via email at rtroyer [at] saultcity.com. Below are questions we asked and Ms. Troyer's answers:     

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Non-Partisanship

Submitted by Park Forest Area in June 2020.

Position

Support measures to strengthen non-partisanship in Park Forest government.
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Action Commitee Report - Proposed Refinery Closure Will Impact County

Oil Refinery

The 8/18/25 Action Advocacy meeting discussed the Benicia Valero refinery closure scheduled for April 2026, which will impact local communities in Contra Costa County.

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WYCD Action Alert for 08.30.25

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Submitted by Alachua County in August 2025.

Action Alerts

CURRENT ACTION TOPICS: 1) Mill Creek Sink Petition 2) Alligator Alcatraz Shutdown Support 3) Voting Accessibility 4) Release Epstein files

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WYCD Action Alert for 08.20.25

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Submitted by Alachua County in August 2025.

Action Alerts

CURRENT ACTION TOPICS: 1) Legislative Delegation Town Hall 2) GRU Referendum 3) Fed troops in cities 4) Release Epstein files

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