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Understanding the San Mateo County Measure for an Independent Redistricting Commission
Understanding the San Mateo County Measure for an Independent Redistricting Commission
Tuesday, September 15 2026
7:00 to 8:00 pm on Zoom
Join this informational meeting about the upcoming November measure that proposes creating an Independent Redistricting Commission for the County Supervisor Districts. Currently the Board of Supervisors controls redistricting.
Click below for more information and registration.
November 2026 Election: Candidate Forums and Pros&Cons
November 2026 Election: Candidate Forums and Pros&Cons
Late September and early October will be the high season for local election Candidate Forums and Proposition Pros & Cons Presentations. Click on the links below to go directly to the pages with all the information you need to make educated choices on your ballot.
Get the Facts on Voter ID
Get the Facts on Voter ID
(Prop 39)
(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.
Advocacy: Why we support County Measure 3 : Independent Redistricting Committee
Advocacy: Why we support County Measure 3 : 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 is advocating for a YES vote.
Observer Corps
Observer Corps
Wednesday, August 26 2026
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.
One Person, One Vote
One Person, One Vote
Monday, September 14 2026
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.
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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