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  • May is Mental Health Month
    In recognition of Mental Health Month in May, the League of Women Voters of Larimer County, in partnership with Touchstone Health Partners, will sponsor a public forum , “Mental Health -  It Takes  a Village”, on Thursday, May 23, 7:00pm – 9:00 pm at the Harmony Library, 4616 S. Shields, Fort Collins. Click here for more information

    The League of Women Voters of Colorado Reviews the 2013 Colorado Legislative Session

    OVERVIEW

    Chris Watson

    It was the best of times … it was the worst of times,” seems an apt way to characterize the results of the First Regular Session of the 69th General Assembly. Legislative Action Committee followed approximately 100 bills. Most that we supported passed; most that we opposed failed.

    See full report



    Current Government Directory Available
    Compiled by the League of Women Voters of Larimer County

    The League of Women Voters of Larimer County has updated its popular Government Directory, which contains contact information for public officials from local to national level, as well as basic information about registering and voting.  It includes contact information for local boards and commissions and contains brief descriptions of some less familiar governmental units, such as special districts and Colorado’s public university systems. 

    It is updated as changes occur. Call the League of Women Voters at 416-5873 for additional information.

    Go to our Government Directory page

    League of Women Voters of Larimer County
    Recognized by National League
     
    Larimer County - “We are very proud to have our efforts acknowledged,” said Nancy Crow, Spokesperson for the League of Women Voters – Larimer County (LWVLC). “Our members are committed to making our communities stronger and more vibrant. Quite simply, we want to help Larimer County become the best it can be…”
     
    In the past year, the League’s membership has grown by a notable 11%. Read more
    Come to Great Decisions! 



    This program, facilitated by the International Relations Team, is on the first Monday of the month, February through June and resuming in the fall, a discussion circle will be gathered, and a DVD segment will be presented. In a brown bag lunch setting, this program is open to the public.
        As it is indicated on our calendar, the two hour session begins at 11:30 am in the Choir Room at the Plymouth Congregational Church in Fort Collins. 
        This outstanding program is produced by the Foreign Policy Association: "Great Decisions takes you beyond the headlines by providing a look at eight of the most significant and far-reaching challenges facing the world."


    Results of League's Cherry Pie Contest
    (we are proud of our unique contest and grateful to Perkins' for their pie donations)


    - 259 high school students wrote why they look forward to voting
    - Six high schools from Thompson Valley and Poudre school districts submitted entries
    - Perkins Restaurants from 3 locations donated 48 cherry pies
    - On George Washington's birthday (Feb. 22) we awarded the pies to very excited students
    - There were 8 grand prize winners who received $50 in cash
    - The Coloradoan is publishing the essays of the 8 grand prize winners

    Watch (January 24, 2013) CrossCurrents Program on

    East West Neighborhoods Character Study: Bungalows or McMansions?



    What’s Next? Tackling Colorado’s Education Funding Crisis

    Looking at what’s ahead for the Colorado legislature this year, leagues across our state would like to see our legislature succeed in a comprehensive plan to fund pre-K through 20 education efforts in Colorado, honoring the promise of our state’s constitution to its children and students. We’ve endorsed Great Education Colorado’s project 2013 Year of the Student to help lift our state from its reputation for being at the bottom of the national list of states’ education funding. While Governor Hickenlooper has proposed a measure of relief, it will not even raise us to pre-recession funding levels. You can help by going to Great Education Colorado’s website to learn how we fund schools in Colorado.

    A secure and equitable education across Colorado is part of the foundation for higher-paying jobs, lower crime rate, increased health, financially secure families, our state’s reputation for innovation, and an improved economy — all tenets that League roots for! For more information about what’s happening and how to get involved, go to 2013forstudents.org/grassroots.

    Let’s make 2013 a great year for Colorado students!


    Impressive statistic: statewide the League of Women Voters has delivered over 60 Candidate Forums for the November election!


    What is ALEC, and Why Should You Care?

    ALEC is possibly the most powerful organization that most Americans have never heard of. ALEC describes itself as “a nonpartisan membership association for conservative state lawmakers who share a common belief in limited government, free markets, federalism, and individual liberty.” Elisabeth MacNamara, the president of LWVUS, wrote in the LWVUS newsletter of November 30, 2011 that "ALEC isn’t a guy. ALEC, the American Legislative Exchange Council, is a factory for anti-voter legislation..." Read more here.



Calendar of Events ‎‎‎(* go to Calendar of Events page)‎‎‎

DateTimeEventLocation
May 15, 2013  Health Care Team WORKING MEETING Information on this team found on 'about us' page 
May 20, 2013  Financial Development Team WORKING MEETING Information on this team may be found on "about us" page 
May 21, 2013  Sustainability Team WORKING MEETING For information on this team see "about us" page 
May 22, 2013 7 pm PUBLIC EVENT LWV presents CrossCurrents City Council Chambers, Fort Collins 
May 23, 2013 From 7 pm to 8:45 pm PUBLIC INVITED Health Care Forum: "Mental Health - It Takes a Village" Harmony Library, 4616 S. Shields, FC 
May 29, 2013  Education Team WORKING MEETING Information on this team can be found on "about us" page. 
May 30, 2013  International Relations Team WORKING MEETING Information on this team may be found on "about us" page. 
June 3, 2013 11:30 am to 1:30 pm OPEN TO MEMBERS AND GENERAL PUBLIC International Relations presents "Iran and the U.S.: Three Decades of Futility." Plymouth Congregational Church (Choir Room) 416 W. Prospect, F.C. 
June 12, 2013  Voter Service Team WORKING MEETING For information on this team see 'about us' page 
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