Making Democracy Work
Past Events - 2008-2009
Past events between July, 2008, to June, 2009
| Date & Time | Place | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, July 26, 2008 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Women's City Club 160 North Oakland Pasadena, CA 91101-1714 Parking in rear off N. Madison Avenue, 1-1/2 blocks north of Colorado Blvd. |
2008 Annual Summer League Day POPOVERS IN PASADENA.
Revolving Door -- Our Correction System: Rehabilitation vs. Recidivism.
Keynote Speaker: California Senate Majority Leader, Gloria Romero Senate District 24
WORKSHOPS: Presidents,Jail Study,Voter Service,Treasurers Salad Luncheon,July 16 deadline - $25.00 (Includes $5.00 registration fee). After July 16th, $30.00. Registration form with lunch selection and map. Please send form and check payable to LWV/LAC Mail to LWV/LAC Treasurer, 427 E. Walnut Ave., Burbank 91501 |
| Monday, September 1, 2008 All Day |
LWVLA Office | Labor Day Holiday. Office Closed |
| Monday, September 8, 2008-Sunday, September 28, 2008 Various |
Various | September Unit Meetings - What's Going on With Your Vote. Paper versus electronic ballots, burgeoning voter registrations, registration list purges, Voter ID, new equipment, poll worker shortages... Get the big picture and get your questions answered. Join the League for a discussion of election issues around the country and in our backyard. |
| Thursday, September 18, 2008 8:00AM -12:30PM |
National Center for the Preservation of Democracy 111 North Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012 |
Los Angeles Non-profits Vote 2008 - Civic Engagement Forum.
The National Voter Engagement Network provides nonprofits with free resources to incorporate voter participation activities into their ongoing work.
LWVLA is co-sponsoring NVEN's first Los Angeles training on Thursday, September 18. Non-profits will learn how to encourage voter participation and how to build stronger communities through civic engagement. RSVP by email to marcykoukhab@gmail.com, by calling (310) 486-8352, or online at http://www.nonprofitvote.org/losangelesforum.html |
| Wednesday, October 8, 2008-Monday, October 27, 2008 Various |
Various | Ballot Measure Pros and Cons.
Almost everyone knows about the election of the presidential candidates, but do you know about the very important 12 state and 5 local measures that will also be on your ballot??
Come to hear an analysis of the measures that will be on the November 4 ballot. |
| Monday, October 20, 2008-Sunday, October 26, 2008 Various |
Your own home - Los Angeles Television Channel 36 | Televised Interviews with Judicial Candidates.
Watch interviews with the candidates for judge in Los Angeles County. Or view them on the web at http://www.smartvoter.org/2008/11/04/ca/la/judicial.html
Dates and Times:
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| Monday, October 20, 2008 5:00 p.m. |
Lots of Ways to Register: Try Registering By mail: Mail-in registration forms are widely available at most County buildings, post offices, libraries, city halls, fire stations, Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) offices and public assistance offices (DPSS, WIC). Don't wait! |
Last Day to Register for Nov. 4 Election. By phone: call the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk's Norwalk office at (562) 466-1310; (800) 481-VOTE; (562) 462-2259 (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, TDD) |
| Tuesday, October 28, 2008 5:00 p.m. |
Los Angeles Registrar/Recorder's Office for L.A. County voters. | Last Day to Apply to Vote by Mail. Try and submit your applications to vote by mail before this deadline. |
| Tuesday, November 4, 2008 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
It is easy to check for the latest election information using: http://www.smartvoter.org | General Election. |
| Monday, November 10, 2008-Monday, November 24, 2008 Various |
Various | November Unit Meetings. See a movie on energy - "Who's in Power?" and join in a discussion. |
| Wednesday, November 12, 2008 7:00-8:30PM |
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District 1651 - 16th Street, 2nd Floor Board Room Santa Monica, CA 90404 |
Why Sacramento Matters - how it impacts our schools.
A forum on school financing.
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| Thursday, January 8, 2009 9:30am - 2:00pm |
Tillman Water Reclamation Plan 6100 Woodley Ave. Van Nuys, CA 91406 |
State and Local Program Planning 2009-2010.
This meeting will feature presentations on our current program activities and planning for future program including advocacy, education, or study. This is the time at which positions are reviewed, and members suggest studies the League should undertake next year. Members also make recommendations on next year's program for LWV California.
Reservations are required. Call the office at 213-368-1616. Bring a brown-bag lunch. |
| Friday, January 9, 2009-Monday, January 26, 2009 Various |
Various | January Unit Meetings - Consensus on Los Angeles City Retirement Benefits.
At this meeting members of the Local Finance Study Committee will lead a discussion on retirement benefits provided City of Los Angeles Employees with the goal of reaching a LWVLA position.
LWVLA can read a draft study report and the consensus questions on the Members Only website. There will be no presentations at the Culver City, Los Virgenes, or Sunland/Tujunga Units, but members of these units can attend a different unit meeting. |
| Thursday, February 5, 2009-Thursday, February 26, 2009 Various |
Various | February Unit Meetings - Pros and Cons for March 3 Ballot Measures. The unit meetings this month will focus on the arguments for and against the five measures that will be on the Los Angeles City ballot for the March 3 municipal election. |
| Monday, February 16, 2009 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
Pickwick Gardens 1001 Riverside Drive Burbank, CA 91506 |
League Day - Electing the Presidentl.
Come to the League of Women Voters League Day to learn, discuss, ask questions, and engage in the consensus process to adopt a position by LWVUS on the National Popular Vote Compact.
To attend, complete the registration form and mail to LWVLA. |
| Monday, February 23, 2009 11:00AM - 5:00PM |
Mark Taper Auditorium Los Angeles Central Library 630 West Fifth Street Los Angeles, CA 90071 |
Hearing on Selection of Redistricting Calfiornia Redistricting Commission.
The California State Auditor is holding hearings around California to seek public input regarding the selection
of an independent redistricting commission for California.
Come, listen and participate--make your voice heard!! Share your ideas, experiences and concerns. Contact: Chris Carson, ccarson@lwvc.org |
| Tuesday, February 24, 2009 8:00 AM |
National Center for the Preservation of Democracy 111 North Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012 |
Will Measure B make LA "Green" or cost too much green?.
Town Hall Los Angeles and the League of Women Voters of Los Angeles present a panel discussion on Measure B, which will appear on the March 3, 2009 ballot.
To make a reservation, call 213.628.8141 or visit http://www.townhall-la.org/programs/register/1280 Cost is $20. |
| Tuesday, March 3, 2009 7:00am-8:00pm |
Various | City of Los Angeles Primary Nominating Election. Primary election for Mayor, City Attorney, Controller, Council Members in odd-numbered districts, LAUSD Board Members in even-numbered districts, and Trustees for LACCD. |
| Wednesday, March 4, 2009 Reception: 6:00 pm; Dinner/Program: 7:00 pm |
Omni Los Angeles Hotel. Stayed tuned for more exciting details. |
2009 Celebrating Leadership Awards Dinner. Support the League and honor local community leaders. |
| Monday, April 13, 2009-Monday, April 27, 2009 Various |
Various | April Unit Meetings - Pros and Cons on May 19 Ballot Propositions. Learn about the arguments for and against the six propositions that will appear on the ballot in the May 19, 2009 special election. |
| Thursday, April 23, 2009 9:00AM - 1:00PM |
Tillman Water Reclamation Plant 6100 Woodley Ave. Van Nuys, CA 91406 |
Water Crisis in Los Angeles - a Free Forum.
This forum will feature H. David Nahai, CEO of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, agency experts from LADWP, Andy Lipkis of Tree People, Ellen Mackey, a Senior Ecologist, and Alexia Mackey, a Student Activist. Admission is free, but space is limited. To reserve, telephone 213-368-1616, email nima@lwvlosangeles.org, or mail in a registration form. |
| Tuesday, May 19, 2009 7:00am-8:00pm |
Various | Statewide General Election and Los Angeles Municipal Election. More information on Smart Voter |
| Saturday, June 6, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Beverly Garland Holiday Inn 4222 Vineland Avenue North Hollywood, CA 91602 Download Registration Form at: http://www.lwvnet.org/lwv/easyweb/preview/whatsnew.html |
SAVE THE DATE- LWVLA Annual Meeting.
Business to be transacted will include approval of next year's program and budget, and approval of changes to the League's local positions.
Eric Garcetti, President of the Los Angeles City Council, will be the featured speaker. |
