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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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Effective Executive Branch of Local Government Study

In January 2022, the League of Women Voters of Hingham (LWVH) intiated 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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Students Inside Albany and Youth Programs

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Olivia Lowenguth and Maeve Robinson were named the 2023 recipients of the Students Inside Albany Scholarship. Applications are now available for the 2024 conference

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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.

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Support measures to strengthen non-partisanship in Park Forest government.
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Guest Speaker Mat Plummer - May 29, 2024

Submitted by League of Women Voters Redding Area in June 2024.

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District 4 Supervisor Matt Plummer's presentation on "How Shasta County Becomes the Highest Performing County in the State," given at the general meeting on May 29, 2024.

 

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6.24 Wow! Primary Candidate Forum Great Turnout!

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Submitted by Alachua County in June 2024.

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The LWV of Alachua County and the UF Bob Graham Center for Public Service hosted a highly successful, highly attended primary candidate forum on Sunday, 6/23/24, at the Bob Graham Center for Public Service. Sixteen candidates running for sheriff, county commission, Gainesville city commission, school board and state representative district 22 participated. They answered questions composed by the League while an overflow audience filled all the chairs, lined the staircases and watched from a balcony above. Afterward the crowd enjoyed free refreshments while talking with the candidates. Candidates and guests had glowing comments about the event.

Here's the Action Alert ask for this week...

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President's Message, June 2024

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Submitted by Alachua County in June 2024.

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Dear Members,
I love being the bearer of good news. And there’s plenty to share. For starters, on May 23, we had an energizing and fun in-person Annual Meeting. Then, on June 5, we had an informative, dynamic presentation and conversation about county elections and the question of at-large or single-member districts...

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Action Committee Minutes - 5/18/24

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These are the internal minutes notes from the Action Committee Meeting.

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6.17 Attend Primary Election Candidate Forum on 6/23 @ 1 pm

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Submitted by Alachua County in June 2024.

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A hallmark of informing voters in an election year are the LWV candidate forums. The LWV of Alachua County, our affiliate LWV student chapter at the University of Florida (LWV at UF), and the Bob Graham Center for Public Service are partnering to present a forum for candidates running in the primary election. Questions about local issues have been composed by LWV members for each candidate for each seat. A reception will follow and live streaming is available for those who cannot attend in person.

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