Dr. Glenda Overstreet Vaughn

President’s Perspective: September 2025

Posted by & filed under Board of Directors, President's Perspective.

The past few weeks have been exciting and yet concerning. There have been regular rallies across the nation as well as locally in support of Democracy. We are seeing significant unfair efforts underway to gain election control via redistricting; a national push to destroy voting rights, and an outright assault on healthcare benefits of the poor, young and elderly.

Suffice it to say that although local and state governments are eliminating DEI initiatives for the sake of federal dollars, I am super appreciative and supportive of the fact that the League of Women Voters is resilient in maintaining and strengthening its DEI policies and practices! If you didn’t get the opportunity to join us for August Tuesday Topics, I am sorry to say, you missed one of the most impactful organizations serving this community. Jonathan Sublet, Founder and Executive Director, provided a holistic approach to serving residents including the homeless, children, youth, young parents, elders and the professional sector in an effort to better our community by providing housing, daycare mentoring, careers, and networking opportunities. SENT is expected to break ground this month in building 176 apartments and 48 homes in East Topeka’s Hi-Crest neighborhood.

Our September Tuesday Topics Speaker will be the long awaited Bob Beatty, Washburn University Political Science Chair.

Our Voter Services team will continue to be at the Farmers Market at the Topeka Library on various dates. Please check them out if you are interested in registering or getting someone else to register to vote, setting up a voting plan, want to volunteer or just want to hang out to see what we do. We would love to have you!

Our Candidate Meet and Greet Forum is scheduled for September 29. We have a host of co-sponsors joining us and we hope you will join us, too. The forum will offer you an intimate opportunity to speak one on one with the candidates to ask questions and get more information to aid you in becoming an informed voter. Vote 411 is an important tool that the League uses to provide candidate and election information. 

Our leagues are actively demonstrating how important strengthening our democracy is. We need you, your friends, and your family to be actively involved and committed to our mission. Help the LWV help your families to keep democracy alive. Join us!!

Remember the legislative laws passed during the last session are effective July 1. Please access them at www.kslegislature.org.

 

Teamwork makes the dream work.

 

Best regards,

Dr. Glenda Overstreet Vaughn

President

Legislative Session Resource

I encourage you to contact members of the Shawnee County legislative delegation, by phone or email, regarding proposed or passed legislation. Included below is their Statehouse contact information.

  • Sen. Brenda Dietrich  Room #223-E  785.296.7648Brenda.Dietrich@senate.ks.gov
  • Sen. Rick Kloos  Room # 418-E  785.296.7645Rick.Kloos@senate.ks.gov
  • Sen. Patrick Schmidt Room #135-E  785.296-7372 Patrick.Schmidt@senate.ks.gov
  • Sen. Kenny Titus Room #124-E  785.296.7656Kenny.Titus@senate.ks.gov
  • Rep. John Alcala Room #173-W  785.296-7371 John.Alcala@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Jesse Borjon Room #512-N  785.296.7374Jesse.borjon@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Ken Corbett Room #187-N  785.296-7679 ken.corbet@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Kirk Haskins Room #43-S  785.296.7673Kirk.Haskins@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Kyle McNorton Room #561-W  785.296.7460Kyle.McNorton@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Tobias Schlingensiepen    785.296.7669 Room #174-W    Tobias.Schlingensiepen@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Alexis Simmons Room #43-S  785.296.7632Alexis.Simmons@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Virgil Weigel Room #451-S  785.296.7104virgil.weigel@house.ks.gov

Furthermore, you may access the Kansas Legislative website at http://kslegislature.gov to review bill status and content, house and senate calendars and committee schedules.  Through this website you may listen to or via video streaming follow committee hearings and General Session proceedings. 

An additional resource is the State Library.  You may access their services in the following ways:

  • Phone:800-432-3919 or 785-296-2149
  • Legislative Hotline: 800-432-3924
  • Email: infodesk@ks.gov
  • Download the Ask a Librarian app to your mobile device.

 

Observer Reports: September 2025

Posted by & filed under Observer Reports, Voter.

Each month, LWV volunteers attend city, council, and school board meetings. Their observer reports help keep us informed.

Thank you to observers Elvera Johnson and Vicki Arnett for attending 5 meetings since July! Topics covered include city budgets, the truck stop proposal on Fairlawn, the Topeka Voter Collaborative and TopCity25, SNCO retirement funds, city sustainability practices, and plans for the Department of Corrections’ Mental Health Crisis Center. 

Their most recent Observer Report is available to open as a pdf. 

 

League members sitting at table during monthly board meeting

Interested in joining the observer corps? Send us an email today.

LWV Statement on Mail-in Ballots and Voting Machines

Posted by & filed under Action Alert, Board of Directors.

The League of Women Voters of Topeka & Shawnee County Board of Directors supports the following statement from the LWV CEO, Celina Stewart, Esq., issued in response to President Trump’s vow to eliminate mail-in ballots and voting machines.

WASHINGTON — The League of Women Voters CEO, Celina Stewart, Esq., issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s vow to eliminate mail-in ballots and voting machines: 

“Free, fair, and accessible elections are the cornerstone of a healthy democracy. President Trump’s call to eliminate vote-by-mail is a direct attack on Americans’ freedom to vote. 

“Vote-by-mail is secure, accurate, and trusted by millions of voters — including older adults, military members, rural communities, tribal communities, voters of color, and voters with disabilities. Vote-by-mail has proven to expand voter participation in recent elections. 

“President Trump has no constitutional authority to take this action. Under our US Constitution, the states have the power to run elections, and only Congress can step in to regulate those elections when needed. This move is yet another overreach by an unpopular president who seeks to silence the public to hold onto power. 

“President Trump’s attacks on voting machines are similarly misleading and dangerous. Voting systems in the US already meet strict standards for security, accuracy, transparency, and accessibility, with paper ballots or audit trails to verify results. Scrapping machines in favor of hand counting would undermine election integrity and efficiency, not strengthen it. The League of Women Voters stands firmly for secure, modern systems that protect every vote and uphold public trust in our democracy. 

“The President should get his facts straight: he does not have the authority to regulate elections, states have strong measures to ensure voting equipment is secure, and many countries successfully utilize vote-by-mail. 

“The League of Women Voters will not stand by while politicians spread lies to limit democratic participation. We will be looking at the forthcoming Executive Order very closely and will use every tool in our toolbox to push back on these threats to our free, fair, and accessible elections. 

 “We will fight to protect vote-by-mail and every method that makes casting a ballot accessible. Our democracy is strong when every eligible voter can make their voice heard, whether at a polling place or through a mail-in ballot.”

Read this press release online here.

August 2025 Update from Voter Services

Posted by & filed under Voter Services.

By Vicki Buening, Chair

We’re closing in on our final push for voter registration events before the general election on November 4. The dedicated members of the Voter Services committee have been volunteering all summer, and I am calling on them one more time. There are a few events sneaking up on us where we have an opportunity to set up our table with voting information.
 
  • Washburn Market Daze, August 20, 10:00- 1:30
  • Washburn Welcome Event (WU Fest), August 26, 5:30 to 7:00
  • Topeka Food Truck Festival, August 24, 11:00 to 4:00
  • Family Fitness Night, Topeka 501, September 17, 5:30-7:30
  • September First Friday and Farmers Market spots available as well

Can you help? 

Whether you’re a seasoned Voter Services volunteer, or looking to get more involved in the League of Women Voters, we could use you! This link on our League website will get you to POINT, our volunteer app, to see details and sign up: https://www.lwvtsc.org/get-involved/volunteer/
 
Thank you, Voter Services!
 
Three volunteers stand behind a table, which has flyers and other voting information.

LWV board members Paul Post and Cindy Lash with Elias Garcia from Latino Vote. Thank you to all the volunteers that helped staff our table at the Topeka Fiesta in July!

The Voter: August 2025 Newsletter

Posted by & filed under Voter.

Stay up-to-date on LWV happenings in Topeka and Shawnee County!

Calendar of Events

Tuesday | Aug 5 | 7 am – 7 pm | at your polling place
Topeka Primary Election: The two races in Shawnee County with primary elections are Mayor and City Council District #1.

Tuesday | Aug 5 | Noon | Marvin 101BC at Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Tuesday Topics Speaker: Johnathan Sublet, Founder and Executive Director of SENT, Inc.
Johnathan Sublet will highlight SENT’s holistic model for grassroots community development – a model that is deeply person-centered, rigorously data-driven, and powered by dynamic programming with a short feedback loop. This approach allows SENT to respond to community needs in real time, ensuring that strategies remain both adaptive and impactful. Attend in person or attend by Zoom.

Friday | Aug 8 | 11 am – Noon | Anton Room at Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
LWV Book Club discusses “Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here” – all members welcome to join, please contact Carole Jordan.

Tuesday | Sept 2 | Noon | Marvin 101BC at Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Tuesday Topics Speaker: Dr. Bob Beatty, Washburn University Political Science Chair

Tuesday | Sept 16 | 11:30 am – 1 pm | Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Climate Committee Meeting – all members welcome to join, please contact Vicki Arnett.

Monday | Sept 29 | 5:30-7:30 pm | Marvin 101 at Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Local Topeka Election Candidate Meet and Greet  – Chat with candidates on your ballot!  Meet the candidates for Topeka Mayor and City Council districts 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9. Volunteers will be available to help find your district and answer questions about the Nov 4 general election.

Tuesday | Oct 7 | Noon | Marvin 101BC at Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Tuesday Topics Speaker: Marge Ahrens shares information on Central Topeka Grocery Oasis.

For dates of upcoming Voter Education, Voter Registration, Board Meetings, and more, please view the events calendar on our website.

Explore the *New* LWV Membership Portal

Screenshot of new membership portal login page.To log into the LWV Membership Portal, go to portal.lwv.org.

  • Tip #1 – You don’t have to remember a password!
    Enter the email address you used when you joined or last renewed then, click “Continue with email.” You will receive an email at the address you entered. The email includes a button you click to log into the Membership Portal. 
  • Tip #2 – First time users get to complete a survey!
    The first time you log in, you will be prompted to review and update your profile information and complete a member survey. This will include questions from LWVUS and questions from LWVTSC.
  • Tip #3 – Our local league information is there — click LWV of Topeka-Shawnee County! 
    Explore your membership details, OR click in the top right of the screen on the name of our League to access areas relating specifically to LWVTSC.

Download these step by step illustrated instructions written by Mary Galligan. Print copies will also be available at Tuesday Topics. You’re already a member – it’s time to explore the portal! 

Tuesday Topics is August 5th

Flyer announcing Tuesday Topics speaker Jonathan Sublet, scheduled for Tuesday, Aug 5, from 12pm to 1pm at the Topeka Library.

 

President’s PerspectiveDr. Glenda Overstreet Vaughn

The past few weeks have been exciting and yet concerning. There have been regular rallies across the nation as well as locally in support of Democracy. Although local and state governments are eliminating DEI initiatives for the sake of federal dollars, I am super appreciative and supportive of the fact that the League of Women Voters is resilient in maintaining and strengthening its DEI policies and practices…

 

 

A circle button with the LWV logo along with "Observer Corps."Local Observer Corps

Each month, LWV volunteers attend city, council, and school board meetings. Their observer reports help keep us informed.

Thank you to observers Elvera Johnson, Vicki Arnett, and Patti Bishop for attending 8 meetings since June! Topics covered include the downtown Business Improvement District, a proposed truck stop at 6th and Fairlawn, and renewed county contracts with various social service and nonprofit organizations. 

Interested in joining the observer corps? Send us an email today.

 

Feedback from July’s “Field Trip” to KBI Forensic Science Laboratory

I was very surprised by the number of things they cannot do at KBI. Two examples of things that I didn’t realize they are unable to do are paint tracing and many drug tests. They are only able to test for meth and pot.

This was a great field trip!  I would love to be able to do something similar with KDHE labs. Thank you for setting this up.
–Julie W.

And a big THANK YOU to Glennie Buckley and Gretchen Gleue for arranging our summer “Field Trips” while we were not meeting at the library for Tuesday Topics.

Please share your ideas for potential Tuesday Topics speakers and your ideas for more “field trips” for next summer! 

Spotted: Voter Services

Photo of three adults standing behind a voter information table.

Pictured: Leslie Prentice, Amy Bermudez with Elias Garcia  In July, Topeka Fiesta ‘25 provided a colorful and lively setting for our league to connect with over 200 potential voters and their families at this annual community festival. In spite of the heat, our volunteers enjoyed engaging the friendly fiesta attendees and certainly enjoyed working with our partner Elias Garcia with Latino Votes. 
 

LWVTSC members, are you ready to help out?  Volunteer to work at a Voter Services event, now! The League uses Point to let members select when and where they will work at Voter Services events. 

Join the LWVTSC Book Club

The LWVTSC book club meets at 11 am on the second Friday of every month. We’re currently in the Anton Room on the 2nd floor of the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Lunch in the Millennium Café following the discussion is optional. Anyone is welcome. Contact Carole Jordan for more information.

Upcoming titles:
August 8 – Everyone Who is Gone is Here, Jonathon Blitzer
September 12 – An Unfinished Love Story, Doris Kearns Goodwin
October 10 – The Girl with the Louding Voice, Abi Dare
November 14 – James, Percival Everett
December 12 – Talk about books for 2026 and in general

LWV Board Updates

  • The LWV Board did not meet in July.
  • Our next LWVTSC Board Meeting meeting is Tuesday, August 12 at noon.

State League Action Alerts & Newsletter

Stay informed of State League of Women Voters activity.

Dr. Glenda Overstreet Vaughn

President’s Perspective: August 2025

Posted by & filed under Board of Directors, President's Perspective.

Greetings!

The past few weeks have been exciting and yet concerning. There have been regular rallies across the nation as well as locally in support of Democracy. Although local and state governments are eliminating DEI initiatives for the sake of federal dollars, I am super appreciative and supportive of the fact that the League of Women Voters is resilient in maintaining and strengthening its DEI policies and practices!

Our July Tuesday Topics included an exceptional tour of the KBI Forensics Lab located on the Washburn Campus. We were truly educated on the comprehensive process taken by scientists to define and identify samples. Thanks to all the wonderful supporters who joined us.

August 5 is our next Tuesday Topics site visit. Our guest speaker will be Jonathan Sublet of SENT, Inc, the organization that spearheaded a proposed housing program in East Topeka’s Hi-Crest neighborhood. The project is expected to include 176 apartments and 48 homes and is scheduled to break ground this month. Plan to join us at the Library for this wonderfully exciting program and to hear more on this project from Jonathan.

Our Voter Services team will continue to be at the Farmers Market at the Topeka Library on various dates. Please check them out if you are interested in registering or getting someone else to register to vote, setting up a voting plan, want to volunteer or just want to hang out to see what we do. We would love to have you!

We are preparing for our Candidate Forum on September 29. We have a host of co-sponsors joining us and we hope you will join us, too. The forum will offer you an intimate opportunity to speak one on one with the candidates to ask questions and get more information to aid you in becoming an informed voter. Vote 411 is an important tool that the League uses to provide candidate and election information.

The Shawnee County Election office has published the following regarding elections: Early voting is open now 8 am to 7 pm and on Monday, August 4, early voting hours are 8-noon. The August 5th Primary Election is only for voters residing within Topeka’s city limits. There are only 2 contests in this election: Mayor and City Council District 1.

On Election Day, voters can only vote at their assigned neighborhood poll place. Find your Poll Place by accessing Voter View. Advance voting ballots have been mailed and can be returned in person to the drop box, in person on Election Day or via mail.

Click here for the list of Candidates.

Our leagues are actively demonstrating how important strengthening our democracy is. We need you, your friends, and your family to be actively involved and committed to our mission. Help the LWV help your families to keep democracy alive. Join us!! Remember the legislative laws passed during the last session are effective July 1. Please access them at www.kslegislature.org.

 

Teamwork makes the dream work.

 

Best regards,

Dr. Glenda Overstreet Vaughn

President

Legislative Session Resource

I encourage you to contact members of the Shawnee County legislative delegation, by phone or email, regarding proposed or passed legislation. Included below is their Statehouse contact information.

  • Sen. Brenda Dietrich  Room #223-E  785.296.7648Brenda.Dietrich@senate.ks.gov
  • Sen. Rick Kloos  Room # 418-E  785.296.7645Rick.Kloos@senate.ks.gov
  • Sen. Patrick Schmidt Room #135-E  785.296-7372 Patrick.Schmidt@senate.ks.gov
  • Sen. Kenny Titus Room #124-E  785.296.7656Kenny.Titus@senate.ks.gov
  • Rep. John Alcala Room #173-W  785.296-7371 John.Alcala@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Jesse Borjon Room #512-N  785.296.7374Jesse.borjon@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Ken Corbett Room #187-N  785.296-7679 ken.corbet@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Kirk Haskins Room #43-S  785.296.7673Kirk.Haskins@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Kyle McNorton Room #561-W  785.296.7460Kyle.McNorton@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Tobias Schlingensiepen    785.296.7669 Room #174-W    Tobias.Schlingensiepen@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Alexis Simmons Room #43-S  785.296.7632Alexis.Simmons@house.ks.gov
  • Rep. Virgil Weigel Room #451-S  785.296.7104virgil.weigel@house.ks.gov

Furthermore, you may access the Kansas Legislative website at http://kslegislature.gov to review bill status and content, house and senate calendars and committee schedules.  Through this website you may listen to or via video streaming follow committee hearings and General Session proceedings. 

An additional resource is the State Library.  You may access their services in the following ways:

  • Phone:800-432-3919 or 785-296-2149
  • Legislative Hotline: 800-432-3924
  • Email: infodesk@ks.gov
  • Download the Ask a Librarian app to your mobile device.

 

 

Observer Reports: August 2025

Posted by & filed under Observer Reports, Voter.

Each month, LWV volunteers attend city, council, and school board meetings. Their observer reports help keep us informed.

Thank you to observers Elvera Johnson, Vicki Arnett, and Patti Bishop for attending 8 meetings since June! Topics covered include the downtown Business Improvement District, a proposed truck stop at 6th and Fairlawn, and renewed county contracts with various social service and nonprofit organizations. 

Their most recent Observer Report is available to open as a pdf. 

 

League members sitting at table during monthly board meeting

Interested in joining the observer corps? Send us an email today.

July Update from Voter Services

Posted by & filed under Voter Services.

Voter Services volunteer assists people at the Library Farmers Market.

Library Farmers Market

By Vicki Buening, Chair

The idea that democracy is not a spectator sport is being demonstrated everyday through the actions of our very active membership, including voter services volunteers. We’ve connected with at least 300 people at such venues as the TSCPL Farmer’s Market, First Friday at NOTO, Heartland Military Days, the Juneteenths Family and Friends Celebration and the Naturalization Ceremony at Brown v Board.

We also had 15 members participate in our voter services training on June 17th.  If you missed the training, let me know.  We do have printed materials that are helpful and I’ll visit with you about other ways you could train. 

If you are trained ready to volunteer, here’s the quickest and easiest way to get started:  

Follow the link on our website to POINT.   Click JOIN (orange button) and set up your account.  POINT will send your request to Voter Services and we’ll approve your entry to the site.  We try to do it as quickly as possible but it might not be the same day you apply. Remember, we’re volunteers, too

Here’s the link:  https://www.lwvtsc.org/get-involved/volunteer/

Person holds up a paper fan that reads "I am a voting fan."

When it’s hot out, tabling volunteers cool off by spreading the joy of voting!

Our next big registration event will be during the Topeka Fiesta from July 15-19, 5-8 each evening.  We will work with Latina Votes to encourage registration and provide information on the upcoming local elections.  This is a very lively cultural experience plus they have great food. Sign-up on POINT at the link above to join the fun! 

I would like to send KUDOS to these members who became participants in our efforts to protect democracy by either helping educate voters or taking the training to educate voters.

Events Volunteers: Gretchen Gleue, Leslie Prentice, Cindy Lash, Carole Jordan, Marty Snyder, Catherine Walter, Georgia Sandlin, Robin Sweeney, Danielle Tremlow and Paul Post.

Training: Lydia Beasterfeld, Nancy Perry, Julie Wilson, Kami Cusick, Catherine Walter, Mary Torrence, Robin Sweeney, Marty Snyder, Gretchen Gleue, Barbara Hicker, Paul Post, Jane Hanni, Irene Francis, Kimberley Brown, Deborah Stern, Vicki Arnett, Glenda Overstreet-Vaughn.

Special shout-out to Mary Gallagan who gave up dinner and grasshopper mint dessert to serve as the Zoom manager and FAQ resource throughout the training. We are so lucky to have her special talents almost always behind the scenes.  Thanks, Mary. 

One last thing:   We have purchased more “Your Vote Matters”  yard signs.  They will be available to pick-up at the next Farmer’s Market at the Library on July 7th or on July 8th after the group tour at Washburn KBI Education Center.  If you live in a location that gets good visibility or know of a good place to display, please stop by and let’s get these up before the local election. 

Let’s all remember on this July 4th  that we can’t take our freedom for granted. Stay strong and remember that our League work here in Topeka can and will make a difference.

Thanks so much.

Vicki Buening

PS- Check out our activity calendar for all things League related at: https://www.lwvtsc.org/meetings-and-events/

 

The Voter: July 2025 Newsletter

Posted by & filed under Voter.

Stay up-to-date on LWV happenings in Topeka and Shawnee County!

Calendar of Events

July 8 | Noon | KBI Forensic Science Center **NOTE: The July 8 date is one week later than usual**
2001 SW Washburn Avenue, Topeka, KS 66604
Summer “Field Trip” for Tuesday Topics – Signup required by June 30th as limited spaces are available. Tour includes some stairs, and walking/standing throughout. Sign up to attend here.

August 5 | Noon | Marvin Auditorium 101BC, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Tuesday Topics Speaker: Johnathan Sublet, Founder and Executive Director of SENT Topeka, a non-profit organization that works with the Hi-Crest Neighborhood to address poverty, crime, and mental health issues. 

September 2 | Noon | Marvin Auditorium 101BC, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Tuesday Topics Speaker: Professor Bob Beatty

Save the Date
September 29 | Marvin Auditorium, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Our League is organizing the local candidate meet and greet ahead of the general election for the Topeka Mayor and City Council positions. Local nonpartisan partners are being contacted now to cosponsor and support this event. Watch for more details soon!

President’s Perspective

Greetings!  Understanding our history helps us to make better informed decisions and to avoid the mistakes made. Exclusion in any form is wrong.  That is one reason why our Brown vs. Board site visit was so powerful!!  Rain could not keep us  away from a truly eye opening and timely educational experience…

 

Local Observer Reports

Each month, LWV volunteers attend city, council, and school board meetings. Their observer reports help keep us informed.

Thank you to observers Paul Post, Vicki Arnett, and Elvera Johnson for attending 14 meetings in May and June! Topics covered include affordable housing, Gun Violence Awareness Month, and a proposed ordinance to update anti-discrimination policies as required by the Trump administration. 

Interested in joining the observer corps? Send us an email today.

A Message from our Inbox

A couple of weeks ago, President Glenda delivered a certificate of appreciation to my front door. What a nice surprise!

This made me think, though. Every hour or dollar I have ever given to the League has been more than repaid in knowledge, learning, and old and new friendships with like-minded women and men. Priceless.

So I’m writing to say Thank You, League of Women Voters.

Carole Jordan

Climate Committee Update

The LWVTSC Climate Committee will meet on the 3rd Tuesday at noon in alternate months. Our next meeting will be July 15th.  Contact Vicki Arnett for more information. 

 

Join the League of Women Voters Book Club

The LWVTSC book club meets at 11 am on the second Friday of every month. We’re currently in the Anton Room on the 2nd floor of the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Lunch in the Millennium Café following the discussion is optional. Anyone is welcome. Contact Carole Jordan for more information.

Upcoming titles:
July 11 -By the Fire We Carry, Rebecca Nagle
August 8 – Everyone Who is Gone is Here, Jonathon Blitzer
September 12 – An Unfinished Love Story, Doris Kearns Goodwin
October 10 – The Girl with the Louding Voice, Abi Dare
November 14 – James, Percival Everett
December 12 – Talk about books for 2026 and in general

 

League of Women Voters Board Highlights

  • A candidate forum for this year’s local races will be held in late September at the Topeka library.
  • Voter Services is developing a list of duties for school presentations. Lots of extra hands are needed to assist the primary presenters.
  • The Board is considering a health equity study.  The current position, Health Care in Shawnee County, was adopted in 2009.
  • Kim Brown was appointed to the Board.
  • The LWVTSC Board will not meet July 8, 2025 and will next meet on Tuesday, August 12, at noon. 

State League Action Alerts & Newsletter

Stay informed of State League of Women Voters activity.

 

Observer Reports: July 2025

Posted by & filed under Observer Reports, Voter.

Each month, LWV volunteers attend city, council, and school board meetings. Their observer reports help keep us informed.

Thank you to observers Paul Post, Vicki Arnett, and Elvera Johnson for attending 14 meetings in May and June! Topics covered include affordable housing, Gun Violence Awareness Month, and a proposed ordinance to update anti-discrimination policies as required by the Trump administration. 

Their most recent Observer Report is available to open as a pdf. 

 

League members sitting at table during monthly board meeting

Interested in joining the observer corps? Send us an email today.