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Date: 4/14/2022
Subject: LWVOC Newsletter & Events
From: Lisa K Adkins



The League of Women Voters of Orange County has a history of more than 80 years in this community as an activist, grassroots organization whose members believe citizens should play a critical role in advocacy.  We do not endorse or oppose political candidates or parties at any level of government.  Our advocacy positions are based on the merits of each issue, after careful study and consensus.

Members of the LWVOC visited the Orange County Supervisor of Elections office with a few "goodies" in appreciation of the hard work of their dedicated staff.  Leaguers (in purple l. to r.) shown with them:  Terry Osborne, Barbara Lanning, Sue Gilman and Nancy Nix. 

Time's running out!  We need your registration for our Annual Meeting as soon as possible.  If you've never been, click on the schedule below to see how the evening will run. (hint...fun, friends, food, business, celebration)
Vegetarian option available upon request, please contact Pat Grierson
*New members-only document also now available: Bylaws Amendment Explanation  Also, watch for upcoming members-only email concerning year end budget/financials.

Hot Topics Luncheon Programs Are Back!

VOTER CONFUSION CONTINUES, May 11, 11:30 AM

Do you know what election laws and districts will prevail for the August and November elections? Probably not, which is why new election laws and redistricting will be our first Hot Topics program of the season. Here are the facts:

  • Federal Judge Walker declared the 2021 SB 90 election law unconstitutional, winning the lawsuit led by Florida League of Women Voters. But Gov. DeSantis has vowed to appeal.
  • Florida Legislature claims they are relinquishing their constitutional duty and their maps and requesting a special session to draw the Congressional maps the way Gov. DeSantis wants them.
  • Judge Walker put Florida under “preclearance status” for violation of the Voter Rights Act and the 15th amendment, meaning any new election law must be approved by the court, leaving 2022 SB 524 election legislation up in the air.
Get the most up-to-the-minute election law and redistricting briefing from the experts--Orange County Supervisor of Elections Bill Cowles and Florida League of Women Voters President Cecile Scoon, moderated by Mike Lafferty—while you enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by Cuisiners in the magnificent and new Winter Parks Events Center.  Bring a friend but register early, seating is limited! 

LEAGUERS LEAD~ With the help of longtime League content creator, Dean Johnson, we are beginning a new series of Member Highlights.  Our featured member is shown above right, Mary Dipboye with Natural Resources Chair Kay Hudson.

Mary says she is a League member “because I am passionate about good government and environmental protection, and the League provides me the opportunity to work on both at the same time. I especially enjoy working with people who ‘show up’ and become League members. They are curious, smart, hard-working and willing to do the work needed to study and advocate for issues.

“This is my tribe.”  Continue reading HERE.


VOLUNTEER Opportunities for Home or In-Person

URGENT Help Needed for Data Entry Volunteers

Hot Topics Committee needs 3 volunteers for simple data entry in an Excel spreadsheet of lists of organizational partner contact persons and emails: 2 for data entry and 1 proofreader. Work can be done at home and working knowledge of Excel is not necessary. The template is already prepared. We will upload this list into ClubExpress to promote Hot Topics Luncheon Programs and other events to partner organizations and affiliates. If interested, please contact Pat Grierson: 407-608-2300.

Join the League's Fair District Coalition Partner: Equal Ground on Tuesday, April 19 for a rally and press conference as they urge our legislators to pass fair maps. Free bus transportation to and from Tallahassee will available. Breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided. No overnight accommodations required, bus will return same day.  Tentative agenda: 9:30am: Arrive in Tallahassee, 10 am - 12pm: Press conference and rally,  12pm - 1:30pm: Lunch, 2pm: Committee hearings, public comment and position paper drop-off, 6pm: Departure from Tallahassee
 Schedule:
Orlando, FL (Pick up time 4:00 a.m.) Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Institutional Church  535 W Washington Street Orlando, FL 32801
If you have questions please email Equal Ground at info@equal-ground.com

Orange County Mayor Launches Transportation Initiative Online and In Person 
- April 26 is the date that the Board of County Commissioners will vote whether or not to put the penny sales tax for transportation on the ballot.  The League is urging Commissioners to vote "yes" and put the sales tax on the ballot.
 
 
 
Did you join the LWVOC to be a hands-on volunteer?
 
You can help us with upcoming opportunities!
Simply log-in as a member on lwvoc.org
and pick out which events fit your schedule.
Click below:


 

 Shari Wardlaw gave a generous donation to the LWVOC Fund "In honor of June M. Lord--Happy Birthday!"
 
 
Click DONATE and support the League.  Contributions can be made "In honor"  "In Memoriam"  "In Recognition" or however you wish to recognize someone.

Visit smile.amazon.com to add the League of Women Voters Orange County as your charity, receiving a % of your purchases as a donation.

Short on time? Want to help but your schedule says NO?

We greatly appreciate your volunteer efforts but we also understand time constraints.  
Another way to contribute to the League is through financial support; assuredly, your gift will be used to continue our missions to empower voters and defend democracy.

 
Jeanette Koegler
Judge Tarlika Nunez Navarro
Faye Norris
Darnell Barber Moye
Questions about joining or renewing?  Click here: Member Signup / Information
 
We also offer Gift Membership which is a great option for all gift-giving occasions.
 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE-May 17
For new members or any member who is interested in meeting Committee Chairs as well as learning about the opportunities of being a Leaguer, consider coming to our first in-person Showcase & Orientation in two years.

Newsletter Checklist:
  • Have you signed up to attend our Annual Meeting yet??
  • Ready to volunteer?  We have many easy options.
  • In-person HOT TOPICS returns in May!

Warriors for Democracy
 
Need a gift idea?  Consider our history book for ALL occasions; the compelling stories will resonate with anyone who's interested in Orange County history.
Learn more about our book and view a recent Zoom event: Continue reading HERE.