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LWV Los Altos-Mountain View

September 18, 2023

In this Issue:

League News
Take Action
Ongoing Events

League News

New Law for Ballot Measures

ACA 13 (Ward-AD 78) is about fairness. The League of Women Voters agrees with requiring ballot measures proposing to increase the number of votes needed to pass a measure, to also pass by the same increased number. ACA 13 would also preserve the right of local governments to place advisory questions asking voters their opinions on the ballot.

Under current CA law, a simple majority may pass a measure to require a supermajority of voter approval for future action, even without the corresponding level of support. This framework has given disproportionate power to a small number of voters. Little more than one-third of voters can prevent laws on which a majority of voters agree.

Held at Desk by unanimous consent until November 1, 2023. Still time contact your state representative here.

Ensure Fair Redistricting

AB 764 (Bryan AD55; Cervantes AD58) and AB 1248 (Ramos AD45) are crucial to our democracy as they will ensure all Californians have a fair voice in shaping our communities' futures through local redistricting. AB 764 strengthens the FAIR MAPS Act to prohibit partisan gerrymandering, increase transparency, and expand provisions to include educational and special districts.

AB 1248 follows up to require larger cities, counties, and educational districts to establish independent redistricting commissions (IRCs), especially for Indigenous CA tribes, to give voters and communities a say in choosing their elected representatives.

Contact your state Senator and urge them to vote YES on AB 764 & AB 1248.

From LWV Los Altos Mountain View…

Read our latest Observer Report from Los Altos City Council, where members discussed:

City signs new contract with Los Altos History Museum.
Travel expense guidelines for council members finalized.

Take Action

Climate Solutions

Discover the Power of Home Electrification

This year's Electric Home Tour will showcase a curated selection of homes throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. League member JK Janowski’s home will be on the tour. From new constructions to remodels, Eichler-style residences to condos, the event will provide diverse examples of sustainable living. Visit ElectricHomeTour.org

Saturday, October 14, 2023, 10m to 4 pm

Admission is free. Registration is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/electric-home-tour-tickets-682542742717

Homeowners interested in participating in the Electric Home Tour are invited to fill out the Homeowner's Form: https://forms.gle/PaqJetBrnVT8uH7j6]

Correction to September 1 Climate Solution re Electric Stoves:
California hasn't banned piped natural gas by 2045. The California Air Resources Board has voted to ban the sale of new gas furnaces and water heaters beginning in 2030.

Ongoing Events

Housing Committee Meeting

Monday, September 11, 2023, 7:00 pm - 9 pm
Contact Sue Russell, Housing Committee, for instructions to join Zoom meetings.
Hear from Consuelo Hernandez, Director of Santa Clara County Office of Supportive Housing
To learn about our housing-related activities: Housing Committee

Voter Services

No September meeting.
Contact Karin Bricker for instructions to join Zoom meetings.
To learn about our voter activities: Voter Service Committee

Book Group

Saturday, September 23, 2023, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Book: The Undertow by Jeff Sharlet
Contact Sue Graham to confirm interest and get the meeting location.
To learn about our reading group: Book Club

Board Meeting

Monday, October 2, 2023, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Contact president@lwvlamv.org for information about meetings.

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