Zoom Links are Below for the July 18 Primary Election Forum for the 24th Legislative District, Representative Position 2 CandidatesGet your questions in now for the candidates!Please submit your questions to LWV24LDquestions@gmail.com no later than noon July 16 for the Position 2 race. Concise, unbiased questions directly related to the job, its policies, and the leadership skills required will be given priority, and similar questions will be combined. We strive to ensure that questions reflect a wide range of concerns from our district’s multiple constituencies, and our questions are never released to any candidates in advance of the forums. Links to the primary forums, which can be accessed by computer, tablet, or phone, are posted below and at https://lwvcla.clubexpress.com/ . Media partner KPTZ 91.9 FM will simulcast the forums and livestream them at https://kptz.org. The forum will also be recorded and linked on the websites of both Clallam and Jefferson Leagues of Women Voters. For additional information on the candidate forums, please contact the League of Women Voters-Jefferson County at lwvjeffcowa@gmail.com. Links for the July 18 Primary Candidate Forums You are invited to a Zoom webinar! When: Jul 18, 2024 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: LWV Primary Candidates Forum 24th LD Representative Position 2 Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83738436691?pwd=9pVWcPu6VHvpiWWeBq6io1pxM92r9J.1 Passcode: 921450 Or One tap mobile : +12532158782,,83738436691#,,,,*921450# US (Tacoma) +12532050468,,83738436691#,,,,*921450# US Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 253 205 0468 US +1 669 444 9171 US +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 719 359 4580 US +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 360 209 5623 US +1 386 347 5053 US +1 507 473 4847 US +1 564 217 2000 US +1 646 931 3860 US +1 689 278 1000 US +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 305 224 1968 US +1 309 205 3325 US Webinar ID: 837 3843 6691 Passcode: 921450 International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kc3XaSkAmt Announcing the Winners of the2024 High School Essay ContestCongratulations to everyone who thought deeply about the political issues they care about and wrote about them in this year's essay contest. Winners are: 1st Place: Sitka Vicha, Chimacum High School 2nd Place: Calliope Mosher, Chimacum High School 3rd Place: Kepler Edmundson, Port Townsend High School Thank you again, students, for the time and attention you paid to the pressing issues facing us, and thank you for sharing your views. Jefferson County Ballot Box Locations:Quinault Nation (Queets) In front of the Queets Tribal Office Quilcene Community Center 294952 Highway 101, Quilcene Nordland Fire Station 6633 Flagler Road, Nordland Jefferson County Library 620 Cedar Ave, Port Hadlock (Next to the book drop box in the parking lot.) Jefferson County Courthouse 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend (One in the back parking lot, one in front of the building, and one outside the County Auditor’s Office) Hoh Nation 2261 Lower How Road, Forks (In front of the Tribal Police Center) Gateway Visitor Center 93 Beaver Valley Road, Port Ludlow Brinnon Community Center 306144 Highway 101, Brinnon 2023 Essay Competition for Jefferson County Students Age 14-18What would your community be like without the news?Congratulations to our winners! 1st place -- Elliot Pflueger for the essay Damning Darkness in Isolation 2nd place -- Tessa Richardson for the essay The World Would be Dark Without News 3rd place -- Keanu Morrison for the essay The Nature of News. Want to encourage civic engagement and support the young people of this community? Join the LWVJC and be a part of the Essay Team or donate to the prize fund. Mark your checks with "Essay Contest" and mail them to LWV/Jefferson County, P.O. Box 707, Port Townsend WA 98368. Information Sessions on Running for OfficeConsidering running for public office in Jefferson County? Get advice from six currently serving elected officials who share their thoughts on campaigning and serving. While every elected position is different, the insights below can benefit anyone planning to campaign in 2021. View the zoom interview on running for and serving as a Port of Port Townsend Port Commissioner here: Port of Port Townsend Commissioner View the zoom interview on running for and serving on School Board in Chimacum or Port Townsend here: Chimacum and Port Townsend School Boards View the zoom interview on running for and serving on Port Townsend's City Council here: Would you rather read transcripts than watch videos? Port Commissioner Information Session Transcript.pdf School Board Information Session Transcript.pdf City Council Information Session Transcript.pdf View Jefferson County's 2021 Election Guide: 2021 Election Guide for Jurisdictions.pdf Curious about the League of Women Voters?The Jefferson County Unit-At-Large focuses on Voter Education. Membership is open to anyone over the age of 16 who is willing to abide by our policies, as set forth by the League of Women Voters of the United States. 1. Political PolicyThe League shall not support or oppose any political party or any candidate. You can still be active with any political party you choose, but while you are conducting League business, you leave your personal politics at the door. 2. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Policy.LWV is an organization fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in principle and in practice. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the organization’s current and future success in engaging all individuals, households, communities, and policy makers in creating a more perfect democracy. Click here for the LWV's Full Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Policy. Are you a caregiver?Click here to review rules for helping the person you care for vote. Refresh Yourself on Voting ProceduresThe League of Women Voters of Jefferson County greatly appreciate your interest and the support of our partners, AAUW-PT and media partner KPTZ 91.9 FM, Port Townsend's Community Radio. | Watch the July 9 Primary Election Forum for 24th LD Representative, Position 1Candidates Adam Bernbaum, Eric Pickens, Matt Roberson, and Nate Tyler answered your questions live on Zoom. Click here to watch the YouTube video Watch the July 11 Primary Election Forum for 24th LD SenatorCandidates Marcia Kelbon and Mike Chapman answered your questions live on Zoom. Click here to watch the YouTube video Watch the June 18 Primary Election Forum for the Attorney General's Race?Here's the YouTube Link to watch the recording. What Could You Do In the League?Help with the annual essay contest for high school students.Learn to organize and run candidate forums for local elections.Serve as an Election Observer.Register people to vote.(ask us to find out more) ContactAngela Gyurko, President Join your local League! We are open to all persons residing in Jefferson County in accordance with the LWV policy on equity, inclusion, and belonging. The LWV is moving toward a pay-what-you can dues structure to allow more people to take advantage of the resources the League offers anyone concerned about Voter Access and Voting Rights. Our past dues structure included three levels (listed below): $15—Teambuilder These are member-sponsored memberships for new members helping expand our reach throughout the county. $70—Individual $105—Two persons at the same address $120—Benefactor membership, for those wishing to help expand our membership ranks. All Dues include membership in the League of Women Voters of Washington State and the US League of Women Voters. To join or renew: Send your name, phone, email, and check to: LWV/Jefferson County |