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Johnson County Government: Regional Government

Submitted by Johnson County in February 2024.

Position

The League of Women Voters supports the improvement of regional cooperation in the delivery of local government services within Johnson County.
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Johnson County Government: Management

Submitted by Johnson County in February 2024.

Position

The League of Women Voters believes that to continue improvement of the management of county government, the following should be done: an annual review and update of basic goals and priorities and of county issues and procedures; the hiring of professional staff; continuation of interdepartmental cooperation; ongoing orientation and continuing education for all employees; and continued emphasis on technology planning, development and training.
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Johnson County Government: Planning and Goal Setting

Submitted by Johnson County in February 2024.

Position

The county’s planning-the land use plan, the North Corridor plan, the five year road plan, and strategic planning by the Board of Supervisors should continue with a focus on setting goals, prioritizing courses of action, and developing implementation and financing strategies. Such planning must include mechanisms for review and official involvement of the county’s citizens and local governmental entities.
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Johnson County Government: Home Rule

Submitted by Johnson County in February 2024.

Position

The League of Women Voters supports a Home Rule Charter for Johnson County.
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Johnson County Government

Submitted by Johnson County in February 2024.

Position

The League of Women Voters believes that good government for Johnson County should be accessible, goal-directive, cost effective and proactive.
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Iowa City Government: Home Rule

Submitted by Johnson County in February 2024.

Position

The League supports the concept of a home rule charter for Iowa City and the specific charter that was adopted in 1973.
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Iowa City Government: Council-Manager Form of Government

Submitted by Johnson County in February 2024.

Position

The League of Women Voters of Johnson County supports a council-manager form of government for Iowa City.
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Action Committee Minutes - 2/17/24

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These are the internal minutes notes from the Action Committee Meeting. (Members Only).

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Living Room Conversations: Environment and Pollution

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Submitted by Wheaton, Illinois in February 2024.

Event Date: 
05/13/2024 - 7:00pm
Event location: 

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Promote conversations about the subject of " Environment and Pollution" through openness to others with varying views. No matter how firm your beliefs, courageously listen with curiosity and respect in order to facilitate communication. Provided in partnership with the Wheaton Public Library,

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Living Room Conversations: Crime and Punishment

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Submitted by Wheaton, Illinois in February 2024.

Event Date: 
04/08/2024 - 7:00pm
Event location: 

Zoom

Promote conversations about the subject of "Crime and Punishment" through openness to others with varying views. No matter how firm your beliefs, courageously listen with curiosity and respect in order to facilitate communication. Provided in partnership with the Wheaton Public Library,

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