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Date: 4/14/2024
Subject: LWV-Wake League Update April 15, 2024
From: League of Women Voters of Wake County



LWV-Wake Update 4/15/24 


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Earth Day 2024
Dear ~~first_name~~,

With the 2024 Primary Election behind us, we are focused on educating voters for the 2024 Second Primary Election on May 14th, as well as scheduling voter outreach opportunities leading up to the 2024 General Election. We encourage voters to think about the issues they care about, learn which candidates support those issues, and VOTE.
 
One issue that everyone should be concerned about is our environment. We were reminded just last week as we watched the solar eclipse that we live on a planet within a huge solar system. Our planet requires us to care about the effects of daily living; warnings have been made for years about the harm we cause our planet by mindless consumption. Earth Day serves to remind us that we must make positive changes in consumption to protect our planet.
 
Earth Day was created in 1970 by environmentalist and U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson, following an oil spill in California. Shortly after, President Nixon created the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and signed the Clean Air Act. 
 
This year's Earth Day theme is Planet vs. Plastics to call attention to the health risks associated with plastics. In addition, organizers have created a goal to reduce single use plastics by 60% by 2040. Please visit https://www.earthday.org/ and learn about how we all can do more to reduce dependence on plastics, especially single use plastics. 
 
Looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day? Attend the City of Raleigh's Earth Day 2024 at Dix Park on April 19th from 5pm-10pm. This FREE community event features earth-conscious vendors and organizations and offers live music, games, and activities for all ages.  A family-friendly movie will conclude the event. For more information, click here.
 
We also invite members to join our Environment Committee. Led by Co-Chairs Jackie Giordano and Eve Vitaglione, members take field trips, host guest speakers, and participate in advocacy projects to help draw attention to issues effecting our environment. You can join by simply adding yourself to the committee on the "Our Work" website page, and reaching out to Jackie or Eve. 
 
 
 
 


Volunteer Week Honors YOU

 

National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize and thank you, our volunteers, who lend and use your time, talent, voice, and resources. Our volunteers chair committees, encourage and help residents vote, spotlight important issues, and make change that matters. Only by working together on our shared vision can we make a difference. During Volunteer Week, we will focus on you, our volunteers, and illustrate that each individual has the power to make a difference. 

Upcoming Election Second Primary 2024
NC Second Primary May 14th 
 
There will be a second primary on May 14th for the following offices for Wake County residents:
  • Republican nomination for lieutenant governor:
    Hal Weatherman
    Jim O’Neill
  • Republican nomination for state auditor:
    Jack Clark
    Dave Boliek
  •  Republican nomination for U.S. House District 13:
    Kelly Daughtry
    Brad Knott
Who is eligible to vote in the second primary?
  • Voters who live in the district for which a second primary is conducted and are registered with the political party of the candidates.
  • Unaffiliated voters who live in that district and didn’t vote in the primary, or who voted the ballot of the party for which the second primary is being held.
We encourage voters to learn more about the upcoming 2024 Second Primary Election by visiting https://www.vote411.org/


Upcoming LWV-Wake Events

Don't miss our last Timely Topics session until September. On April 18th meet the new Superintendent of Wake County Public Schools Dr. Robert Taylor. Pubic education is of critical importance to the League and Wake County residents. This session will provide an opportunity for all of us to learn about his priorities and next steps in moving forward on the school system's strategic plan. This is an in-person event so bring your own lunch. To learn more and register, click on the link below.
 
 
 

League 101 April Update
We are excited to offer League 101 again! Come learn about League structure, our history, and how you can get the most from your membership. League Membership Committee members Dale Cousins and Judee Lonnee look forward to guiding you through an interactive session with time for mingling. To register, click on the link below.
 

Looking for an opportunity to meet other members of LWV-Wake? Want to learn about the various committees and how you can get involved? Then join us on Tuesday, May 7th any time after 4:00 pm at Bittersweet in downtown Raleigh. While registration is not required, you will receive email reminders if you register. To learn more about Bittersweet and to register, click on the link below.
 


 Annual Meeting Moves to June
 
Our annual meeting has been moved to June 20th this year to better align with the end of our fiscal year. During the meeting, we will announce the results of our electronic ballot voting for LWV-Wake Board of Directors and Nominating Committee, as well as approval of our 2024-2025 budget. In addition, there will be a short presentation about the LWVUS Transformation Plan and the resulting membership and dues changes that will take effect in 2025. Electronic ballot link and 2024-2025 proposed budget will be sent to all active members by May 20th.
 
Ticket price is $35 and includes dinner. There will be a cash bar for the first hour. For more details and to register, please click on the link below.
 


LWVNC Events

WHEN: April 23, 2024
TIME: 5:30 p.m.

VIRTUAL

An introduction to Canva will be led by LWVNC Communications' Andrea Cash. Learn ways you can use Canva to add a punch to your social media, create print materials such as event flyers, and improve the look of your website. This is intended for members of the League within North Carolina who work on communications for their League, however, any League member in NC can join. Register here. 

  

Convention 2024
LWVUS Convention: June 27-June 30, 2024
 
The 2024 National Convention will take place June 27-June 30 at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC and online. In-person and virtual delegates will have the opportunity to participate in our Convention Plenary and vote on our 2024 – 2026 Program,
2024 – 2026 budget, 2024 – 2026 LWVUS Board of Directors and Nominating Committee, and submitted bylaws amendments.
 
All LWV-Wake members are invited to attend. There are voting delegate spots still available, or you can choose to attend as an observer. If you are interested in attending, please reach out to Cheryl Tung. For more information and to register, click below.
 
 

Volunteer Opportunities
Voter Outreach & Voter Registration at Apex's PeakFest on May 4
Provide election and VOTE411 information as well as voter registration at this all-day festival. Volunteer slots are 2-2.5 ours and many volunteers will be needed. Sign up at the link below (you will need to be logged into the website to see this listing).
 
 
 
United States Customs & Immigration Services Voter Registration
 Registering voters indoors at ROLLING OATH ceremonies. You will need to arrive by 8 a.m. and bring your ID. You will have to pass through a metal detector in order to keep your cell phone. Volunteer opportunities beginning on April 15 through the end of the month. Sign up at the link below.
 
 
 
Zebulon Juneteenth Voter Registration Event
 Provide election information at Zebulon's Juneteenth Celebration. This celebration will recognize the significance of Juneteenth, the history and accomplishments of black community members, and celebrate black culture. To volunteer, click on the link below (remember to log into the website).
 
 

Timely Topics Chair and Co-Chair 

Timely Topics is our public education program that occurs monthly from September-November and January-April. Guest speakers are invited from government and nonprofit organizations to address a variety of related to issues important to LWV-Wake members.
  
The Timely Topics Chair and Co-Chair are responsible for soliciting speaker ideas from our issues committees and the board and creating the Timely Topics program calendar.  This position also coordinates with committees on speaker invitations and guest technology requirements, as well as securing in-person locations. Task lists and templates for communicating with guest speakers, as well as a list of potential locations and contacts will be provided.
 

Women's Equality Day Chair & Committee Members

Women's Equality Day is LWV-Wake's largest fundraising event. It is held each August around Women's Equality Day. During this event, we recognize all women-elected officials that serve Wake County. We also feature a guest speaker. 
 
The Women's Equality Day (WED) Chair is responsible for leading and organizing volunteers to secure the venue, caterer, and guest speaker, invite honorees, identify a theme, and manage the overall event. The committee works with the board, as well as our 
fundraising, environment and communications committees, to assist with event planning.This event has taken place for many years and all tasks are well documented and organized. 
 
If you are interested any of these volunteer opportunities or want more info, please email Cheryl Tung


 
Looking for information from a past newsletter? Previous League Updates can now be viewed on our website's home page. Look for the "League Updates" blue tab on the top menu.
Thank you for continuing to support the League of Women Voters of Wake County. 
Sincerely,
Cheryl Tung
President

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