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READ this site or The Voter newsletter to LEARN about our work and events, many open to the public. Then JOIN US to empower voters and defend democracy.
Notes on November's Election:
Late September and early October is the high season for local election Candidate Forums and Proposition Pros & Cons Presentations. Click the links below to find the information you need to make educated choices on your ballot.
Advocacy: Why we support County Measure U: Independent Redistricting Committee
Advocacy: Why we support County Measure U: Independent Redistricting Committee
A Yes vote for County Measure 3 will take district maps out of the hands of the Board of Supervisors and into a citizen's committee.
Read more about this important issue and why the LWV NCSMC advocates for a YES vote.
Get the Facts on Voter ID (Prop 39)
Get the Facts on Voter ID (Prop 39)
A proposed November amendment could introduce massive voting barriers and identity risks. The League of Women Voters of CA, CA Common Cause, Disability Rights CA, ACLU Northern CA & ACLU Southern CA have prepared a document outlining the measure, the myths it propogates, and who this initative hurts.
Read our Voter ID Fast Facts to prepare for Election Day.
Scheduled Events:
One Person, One Vote
One Person, One Vote
Monday, September 14
5:00 to 6:00 pm on Zoom
Why do we use the Electoral College to choose our highest office of President, where it takes away our right to have each of our votes counted equally?
Every other elected office in the U.S. is decided directly by the people. We can do better–help us work for change.
San Mateo County Measure U: Learn about County Independent Redistricting
San Mateo County Measure U: Learn about County Independent Redistricting
Tuesday, September 15
7:00 to 8:30 pm on Zoom
Attend this expert panel discussion* on the November ballot measure proposing an Independent Redistricting Commission for our County.
*Kathy Wheeler, LWVNCSMC; Jim Lawrence, Chair, 2021 San Mateo County Supervisorial District Lines Advisory Commission; Rosette Garcia, Vice-Chair, 2021 San Diego County Independent Redistricting Commission.
Observer Corps
Observer Corps
Wednesday, September 23
7:00 to 8:00 pm on Zoom
Protecting our right to know is integral to the health of our democracy. Decisions that determine how our schools will be run, community will be funded, and land will be used need to be made with public input and oversight. Our Observer Corps gives members a structured way to stay informed and hold officials accountable. Join us to learn more at our next meeting.
Know Your Ballot: Nonpartisan Measures Breakdown
Know Your Ballot: Nonpartisan Measures Breakdown
Monday, September 28
7:00 to 8:00 pm
Burlingame Women's Club
241 Park Road, Burlingame
Join us for a nonpartisan "Pros and Cons" look at the ballot measures that will shape our community. The League will walk members of the Burlingame Woman's Club and the public through this election's key measures, sharing clear, balanced pros and cons so you can vote with confidence.
Questions are encouraged! If you have questions before the presentation email them to questions@lwvncsmc.org. Be sure to add "Burlingame Woman's Club Pros & Cons" in the subject line.
Please register by 9/18 by clicking the button below as space is limited!
Joining Forces to Get Out the Vote in San Mateo County
Joining Forces to Get Out the Vote in San Mateo County
Tuesday, September 22
4:00 to 5:00 pm
LWVNCSMC Office: Suite 1 at
444 Peninsula Ave, San Mateo
Why do some registered voters rarely—or never—vote? Our League is partnering with Faith in Action Bay Area to find out.
Join us for a 90-minute training to call infrequent voters in Daly City, an area with low voter participation in San Mateo County. Through one-on-one conversations, we hope to better understand the practical, informational, and personal barriers that keep people from voting.
All you need is a phone, a few hours of spare time, and a passion for helping more people participate in our democracy.
If you are interested but unavailable at this time, email Tina.Doede@lwvncsmc.org.
Calling All Linguists!
Calling All Linguists!
As part of our commitment to helping everyone in our community get to the polls, we would like to be able to respond to inquiries we receive in languages other than English.
If you have a proficiency in another language and would like to help with our responses, please email President@lwvncsmc.org.
We will help draft the content of responses, but your language skills could make all the difference in getting someone to the polls!
WORKING FOR THE INFORMED AND ACTIVE PARTICIPATION OF CITIZENS IN GOVERNMENT
Our League serves the people of San Mateo, Foster City, Burlingame, Hillsborough, Millbrae, San Carlos, Belmont, Brisbane, Colma, Daly City, Pacifica, San Bruno, South San Francisco, Half Moon Bay, El Granada, Moss Beach, Montara, La Honda, Pescadero, and other unincorporated areas in north and central San Mateo County, California
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