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League of Women Voters of Appleton-Fox Cities
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Appleton, WI  54912
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CONGRATULATIONS

The League extends its congratulations to the winning legislators who will represent our Fox Cities area as a result of the November 5 election. We thank them for their willingness to serve the people in their districts, and for being open to listening to their constituents' views on important issues.

 
Senate District 2:
Eric Wimberger		  
Senate District 18:
Kristin Alfheim		  
Senate District 19:
Rachael Cabral-Guevara		  
Assembly District 2:
Shae Shortwell



Assembly District 3:
Ron Tusler
Assembly District 5:
Joy Goeben
Assembly District 52:
Lee Snodgrass
Assembly District 53:
Dean Kaufert



Assembly District 55:
Nate Gustafson
Assembly District 56:
Dave Murphy
Assembly District 57:
Lori Palmeri


  

 

 

Local Governments' Proposed Budgets

 Thank you to the team of observers who have been delving into the expansive budget proposals in Outagamie County, City of Appleton, and Town of Grand Chute. The League is able to apply its well-researched positions to measure the impact of these local government expenditures. The documents are lengthy and complex. The review sessions are time consuming. Ultimately, the voice of the League is heard through formal statements, commending good policy and making suggestions for improvements. 

Read the League's statement regarding the Outagamie County budget process.
 
Read the City Budget Statement delivered by Jan Quinlan on behalf of the League.
 
Linda Bjella was the only person to make a statement at the Town of Grand Chute budget hearing.






LWV of Wisconsin is hosting its annual Issues Briefings during November. The three sessions will explore what justice means for key populations in Wisconsin, including. Native/Indigenous peoples and lands, unfair judicial sentencing practices, and discriminative legislation targeting the LGBTTQIA+ community. There is no fee to register, and all are welcome.

View the Issues Briefing Hub here to see a full agenda, speaker bios, and to register. 

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Tis the Season

Saturday, December 14

Bubolz Nature Preserve

Plan now to enjoy the spirit of the season at the League’s Holiday Brunch, Saturday, December 14 at Bubolz Nature Preserve. Watch for an invitation. And, we’ll present the Making Democracy Work Awards at the event.






Check out our calendar of events for all upcoming programs

 

Recent Monthly Programs
Homelessness: Action and Support
Monday, November 11, 2024
On Monday evening, November 11, 2024, the League of Women Voters of Appleton-Fox Cities presented an informative and revealing overview of the state of homelessness in our community in partnership with Pillars, Inc. and ESTHER. The following links will take you directly to the websites of these two valuable organizations where you will see ways to take action and offer support for their services.
 
Learn more about the needs identified by Pillars and Mountains of Hope at the links below:

• Program Recording

• Pillars Wishlist

• Mountains of Hope Website

• Mountains of Hope Wishlist

Reproductive Healthcare in Wisconsin
Monday, October 7, 2024
Navigating reproductive and abortion care in Wisconsin since the 2022 Dobbs decision has hinged around an 1849 law, full abortion prohibition, and court rulings. The League program assessed the current status of this critical issue in an informed, unscripted and compelling discussion. The program was recorded and is available for viewing on the League’s YouTube channel HERE.

Sustainability and Resilience: Fox Cities Green Initiatives
Monday, September 16, 2024
Significant changes and investments toward goals for clean energy, lower emissions, and updated facilities are underway in the Fox Cities. In addition, collaborations and information sharing among communities and independent organizations all with green initiative focuses are making an impact. 

Presentations by the three speakers at the "Sustainability and Resilience: Fox Cities Green Initiatives" program can be viewed via the below links:

• City of Appleton Sustainability and Climate Resilience

• City of Appleton Advisory Panel on Sustainability and Climate Resilience

• WI Green Fire Sustainability and Resilience Working to Build a Better Tomorrow
Affordable Senior Housing
Monday, April 15, 2024
This program was changed to virtual due to a Covid outbreak at Brewster Village, and the facility tour was cancelled. The program was recorded and is available for viewing on the League’s YouTube channel HERE.
Environment Justice: Problems and Solutions
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
LWV of Appleton-Fox Cities was one of more than a dozen local Wisconsin Leagues to co-sponsor a virtual program hosted by LWV of the La Crosse area titled "Achieving Environmental Justice in Wisconsin" held on February 13.  Click HERE to view the recording of the program on the LWV La Crosse Area YouTube.

Legislative Town Hall
Monday, February 5, 2024
What are area state legislators thinking? 2024 promises to be a very active year politically, and we’ll all need to be informed about the issues our elected representatives will be facing. Review the League’s Legislative Town Hall which took place Monday, February 5 HERE.


View More Past Monthly Programs HERE

A wide range of recorded League information is viewable on the League’s YouTube channel. Check out materials by categories HERE.

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Many voters will find they are now represented by different districts under new maps that were approved in January 2024. Voters are encouraged to check their voting info in advance of the General Election on November 5.

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Recent Town Hall


 





Legislative Town Halls afford members and others a chance to engage in conversation with our area's state legislators on topics of interest to voters, and learn what their priorities are for the current session. 
  

View all past Legislative Town Halls HERE.

 

 

 

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