Citizen’s Right to Know/Citizen Participation

Citizen’s Right to Know/Citizen Participation

Protect the citizen’s right to know and facilitate informed understanding and public participation in government decision-making.

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Observer Corps Rewards and Challenges

 

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The LWV of Coos County has completed its study of the International Port of Coos Bay. 

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The League of Women Voters of Washington believes it is the responsibility of the government to provide support for conditions under which credible local journalism can survive and thrive.
Chat with an Elected Official
Event Date: 
04/15/2023 - 9:00am
Event location: 

White Lotus Farm

Guest:  Representative Carrie Rheingans, Michigan House District 47

Chat with an Elected Official
Event Date: 
04/21/2023 - 5:00pm
Event location: 

The Owl

Guest:  Reggie Miller, MI Representative District 31

Special Guests: Jeff Irwin, MI Senate District 15 & Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, US House District 6

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We are calling your attention to a new rule established by the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) rule that went into effect on March 1st. This rule drastically limits the use of the Florida Capitol building and grounds for citizens and various groups by requiring events hosted by citizens and groups to be in agreement with a state agency’s mission.

2023 Warrant Review available for viewing

In order to engage voters early in the Annual Town Meeting legislative process, the LWV Hingham hosts an annual public review of the content of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.

The presentation provides citizens the opportunity to review Articles and understand the issues before receiving the warrant in the mail. They can then follow up by attending Advisory Committee meetings at which the Advisory Committee will discuss its recommendations for the particular articles in which the citizens are interested.

Event Date: 
01/21/2023 - 10:30am to 12:00pm
Event location: 

recording of meetings

 
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Truth Decay Lives On

By: Anne Stone

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