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About Convention The convention is a great opportunity for new and long-term members to learn more about the League, meet members from across the state, and be inspired for our next biennium. You do not need to be an official delegate of your local League to attend the convention! You may attend all of the programming as an interested League member, and if you have a great League prospect who is not yet a member, you can encourage them to attend, too. For voting purposes, observers (i.e., non-local League delegates) will sit in a separate area of the room during the plenary sessions, but they are still welcome and encouraged to attend those sessions. The 2023 LWVWA Convention will run from Thursday, May 4, through Sunday, May 7, in Pasco, WA. There are several registration options available, including single-day tickets. The registration fee for for LWVWA members (delegates and non-delegates) attending the entire convention is $260, through April 18. Starting April 19, the registration price will increase to $310. Registration Options$260—Early Bird (Ends April 18) $310—Late Registration (Starts April 19) $170—Friday Only $175—Saturday Only Guest MealsLunch: $32 ($16 for children 12 and under) Dinner: $35 ($17.50 for children 12 and under) Official Convention BusinessLocal Leagues send delegates (based on membership size, in the table below) to decide LWVWA's business every odd year at the LWVWA Convention. The delegates make decisions about the 501c4 LWVWA, as described below. The Board of Directors of the 501c3 Education organization make decisions on the activities of that organization. Although the budgets are separate, the LWVWA 501c4 budget (which delegates vote on) works in conjunction with the 501c3 budget (which only the board votes on). View Workbook and Supporting DocumentsBusiness Documents Documents with the official business of the 2023 LWVWA Convention are available at the links below, posted by March 25, 2023, to comply with the bylaw requirement of 40-day notification to all Leagues prior to the convention. The same postings are also being sent to local League presidents. Any questions, please contact Lunell Haught.
A Resolution is a formal motion by a delegate to the LWVWA Convention, approved for action by the Resolution Committee and adopted by a majority of delegates present at Convention. Adoption of a Resolution provides a strong request for action or specific direction to the LWVWA Board of Directors. Use this form to submit a Resolution to the Resolutions Committee for consideration no later than 6 p.m. on May 5. Learn more about Resolutions and the Resolutions process here. How to Propose Amendments to Standing Rules, Program of Work, Budget, and Election Slate:
LWVWA Convention Business Dates
HotelThe League of Women Voters of Washington will convene its biennial Convention from Thursday, May 4, 2023 to Sunday, May 7, 2023 at the Pasco Holiday Inn Express and Suites.
TransportationFrom SeattleFrom SpokaneThe hotel is a 7-minute drive from the airport. Cabs are available as are rental cars. The hotel also has a complimentary shuttle. Parking at the hotel is free. Programming for Members, Friends & FamilyNot a delegate? No problem! There's plenty to do in Pasco. Non-member family and friends are also welcome and encouraged to join you. While non-members can't attend the plenary sessions, they can join you on fun local adventures and at meals featuring fabulous guest speakers! Tickets for meals can be purchased with your registration. While activities are free, LWVWA is making a donation to the volunteer organizations leading activities, and we encourage donations of $20 per person for each activity. Friday
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