03. June 2022 · Comments Off on LWV Voter Newsletter 06-2022 · Categories: Announcements, Committee News

In This Issue:


“Be a Voter” Campaign a Finalist for LWVUS Powering Democracy Award

The LWVWA’s “Be a Voter” campaign was selected as a finalist in the LWV of the United States Powering Democracy Award, which will be announced on June 26 at the national convention. Learn more.


The 2022 LWVWA Council Is Almost Here!

It’s almost time to “Reconnect, Restore, and Renew” with League members across the state at the LWVWA 2022 Council in Everett, June 10-12. It’s too late to register but review some important reminders


LWVWA Sends Pro-Choice Letter to Legislators 

Washington State is in a unique position regarding reproductive choice compared to many other states. In order to reinforce how important this is, in May, LWVWA President Lunell Haught sent a letter about reproductive choice to each Washington state senator and representative. Read the letter.


The Shoreline Management Act at 50-Plus

The LWVWA has completed a study of the state Shoreline Management Act (SMA) and its implementation Read about the League’s latest study.


Help Wanted

The following are volunteer roles the LWV of Washington is seeking help with. This is your opportunity to play an important part in your state League! Learn more.


Updates from the National League 

League actions around the country, and action updates. Read about what the LWVUS is doing. 


June 2022 

Monday, June 6—Civics Bowl, student tournament, 7 p.m. on KSPS PBS (Spokane) and available the next day on KSPS.org

Tuesday, June 7— Redistricting Reform Discussion: Input and Access, 5 p.m. Registration

Friday, June 10–Sunday, June 12—2022 LWVWA Council, Delta Hotel, Everett, WA. Information.  

Monday, June 13—Solar Power in Kitsap, presented by the LWV of Kitsap Climate Solutions Committee, 7 p.m.; Greg Williams with Sunergy Systems will speak about solar power. Registration

Thursday, June 23–Sunday, June 26—2022 LWVUS National Convention, information and registration.  

Wednesday, June 29—Bridging the Gap: Juneteenth and the 4th of July, 6 p.m.–8:30 p.m., co-partnered with the LWV of Snohomish County, Edmonds Center for the Arts; general admission free. Registration

Note: The Voter will be on summer hiatus in July and August. TMIL will be published on its regular schedule the third Friday in June, July, and August. The Voter will return on September 2, 2022 (deadline August 28). 


Our mailing address is:
League of Women Voters of Washington
1511 3rd Ave., Suite 900 
Seattle, WA 98101