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The League of Women Voters of Tacoma-Pierce County is hosting an issue forum for proposed charter amendments to the Tacoma City Charter. Tune in on Zoom to listen to the pros and cons on the amendments. You can text questions during the forum. Tacoma Residents: Before you vote on Nov. 5, learn about these proposed changes to the Tacoma City Charter, how they originated, what they mean, and the pros and cons: * Providing for Equitable Access * Required Meetings of the City Council * Limitations Upon Sale or Transfer of Waterfront Property * Duties and Authority of Council Members * Composition of the Planning Commission * Changing Term Limits for Future Elected Council Members Charter Review Committee Speakers: Katie Baird Latasha Palmer André Jimenez Nicholas Carr

On October 10, 2024, people around the world will commemorate World Homeless Day in multiple ways. Actions and activities focus on: * Increasing awareness and understanding of homelessness; * Advocating for useful policies and systemic changes; * Preventing and reducing homelessness; * Alleviating the suffering of those experiencing it; and * Celebrating progress wherever it can be found On Thursday, October 3 at 9 am, all are welcome to join the Tacoma/Pierce County Coalition Communication & Advocacy workgroup to help plan local events and educational opportunities for World Homeless Day 2024. Join via the Coalition webpage. Here are a few resources for those interested in learning more: * World Homelessness Day webpage:https://www.worldhomelessday.org * Pierce County Coalition World Homelessness Day webpage: https://pchomeless.wpcomstaging.com/world-homeless-day-2024/?&customize_changeset_uuid=eff784e3-e62a-4928-8e8f-c8ef55580f7e

Join us to learn about the four state-wide Initiatives on our ballots, Initiatives 2109, 2066, 2117 and 2124. Cynthia Stewart, WA State LWV Lobby Team Chair, who has attended many meetings virtually and in person to educate League members and the public about these initiatives, will be the presenter. Hear what these initiatives are and the possible outcomes if approved. The WA State LWV supports a NO vote on each of the them.

On October 10, 2024, people around the world will commemorate World Homeless Day in multiple ways. Actions and activities focus on: * Increasing awareness and understanding of homelessness; * Advocating for useful policies and systemic changes; * Preventing and reducing homelessness; * Alleviating the suffering of those experiencing it; and * Celebrating progress wherever it can be found Here are a few resources for those interested in learning more: * World Homelessness Day webpage:https://www.worldhomelessday.org * Pierce County Coalition World Homelessness Day webpage: https://pchomeless.wpcomstaging.com/world-homeless-day-2024/?&customize_changeset_uuid=eff784e3-e62a-4928-8e8f-c8ef55580f7e

Join us to learn about the four state-wide Initiatives on our ballots, Initiatives 2109, 2066, 2117 and 2124. Cynthia Stewart, WA State LWV Lobby Team Chair, who has attended many meetings virtually and in person to educate League members and the public about these initiatives, will be the presenter. Hear what these initiatives are and the possible outcomes if approved. The WA State LWV supports a NO vote on each of the them.

Join us to learn about the four state-wide Initiatives on our ballots, Initiatives 2109, 2066, 2117 and 2124. Cynthia Stewart, WA State LWV Lobby Team Chair, who has attended many meetings virtually and in person to educate League members and the public about these initiatives, will be the presenter. Hear what these initiatives are and the possible outcomes if approved. The WA State LWV supports a NO vote on each of the them.

Join us to learn about the four state-wide Initiatives on our ballots, Initiatives 2109, 2066, 2117 and 2124. Cynthia Stewart, WA State LWV Lobby Team Chair, who has attended many meetings virtually and in person to educate League members and the public about these initiatives, will be the presenter. Hear what these initiatives are and the possible outcomes if approved. The WA State LWV supports a NO vote on each of the them.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day has been celebrated around the world for 40 years. In the late 1980s South Dakota issued the first resolution naming this special day. Berkeley California linked Indigenous Peoples’ Day with Columbus Day in 1992. Federally Indigenous People’s Day and Columbus Day were linked in 2023 though the Federal Reserve, which oversees banking holidays, still lists the Oct. 14 banking holiday as Columbus Day. While not an official holiday for Washington State employees, the State refers to the day as Indigenous People’s Day. We recognize Indigenous People‘s Day to acknowledge the Native citizens who lived on this land before European explorers arrived and whose later generations have been so marginalized by white culture. Check out the some ways you can participate in Indigenous People‘s Day this year. Tacoma Art Museum‘s In the Spirit exhibit and activities here Tahoma Indian Center events here

LWVWA is leading a multi-year, statewide campaign to reimagine and reform the Washington State redistricting process. In keeping with League positions and the current Protect Democracy campaign, LWVWA will plan and execute a campaign to reform the structure and procedures of the Washington State Redistricting Commission through a state constitutional amendment and statutory changes before the 2031 redistricting cycle. All individuals and organizational representatives are invited to join us on the third Wednesday of each month for the Redistricting Reform Task Force meeting. Each month we strategize and implement the actions needed to achieve reform. Please send any questions to Alison McCaffree, LWVWA Census & Redistricting Issue Chair, amccaffree@lwvwa.org.

An opportunity to view a documentary about homelessness in America and help support donations of beds to local homeless shelters at the same time. View trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sIlrqz3XaW0

KIRO 7, in partnership with theLeague of Women Voters of Washington Education Fund will host the only Western Washington debate between US Senate candidates, Senator Maria Cantwell & Dr. Raul Garcia before ballots are mailed to voters. The debate will be moderated by KIRO 7 Anchor Monique Ming Laven. KIRO 7 wants to ensure that the candidates answer questions about issues that are most important to you and all Western Washington residents. Submit your question, and you may see the issue addressed or your question used in the debate. Questions can be submitted by filling out a form on the event website. The question should be answerable by both candidates, and issues-based, rather than personal in nature. watch the debate on KIRO News on October 17th: live at noon or see the recording at 7 pm

Sponsored by the Puget Sound Advocates for Retirement Action (PSARA) Speakers:? Yasmin Trudeau, WA State Senator (27th District) Nathe Lawver, Secretary-Treasurer, Pierce County Central Labor Council

This annual workshop, hosted by the LWVWA Lobby Team, is intended to educate League members and others about what to anticipate in the upcoming Legislative session.

Art contest for teenagers; entries due on October 31 See public forums under Issues/Advocacy for more information.