LWV Supports Measure A

 The League of Women Voters of the Los Altos-Mountain View Area Board of Directors voted to support the Los Altos School District’s Measure A Parcel Tax.

 The parcel tax maintains the current parcel tax plus an increase of $72 to cover cost of living increases. We support the parcel because:

• Teachers and other school staff struggle to live in or near the community they work in because of the high cost of housing here.
• The income from the parcel tax will allow the School District (LASD) to continue to hire skilled teachers.
• The continuation of the parcel tax will allow LASD to maintain its standing in the top 1% of all schools in California.

In addition, Seniors who are homeowners will continue to be eligible for an exemption.  A citizens’ oversight committee and annual audits ensure that all funds are spent as promised.  Without the parcel tax LASD will face a large financial shortfall.  

 We hope that you too will support Measure A on the November ballot.

 You can find additional information at Measure A .  If you would like to help support Measure A, contact Stella Kam.

From LWVC…

 Nonpartisan Virtual Event and Nonpartisan Policy Information

 What does it mean when we say we are nonpartisan? LWVC is hosting a Zoom meeting for all members to prepare for the upcoming 2024 Election season. 

• Wednesday, October 25, 2023, 6:00pm
• Register here: LWVC League Nonpartisan
• The session will be recorded.

Thanks to the Leagues that responded to the request to share your League’s nonpartisan policies that can be viewed here  LWVC Local Leagues Nonpartisan Policy Depository.

LWVUS Asks:

 Tell Congress to Protect Our Youth

Climate change has a disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities who have contributed the least to climate change-causing emissions, including our youth.

Now, there is a legislative opportunity before Congress known as the Children’s Fundamental Rights and Climate Recovery Resolution. This resolution recognizes the disproportionate impact of the climate crisis on the health, economic opportunities, and fundamental rights of children in the United States.

The League has endorsed this resolution, but we need YOUR help in demanding that Congress acts now to address the climate crisis and protect our youth. Contact Congress today.

From LWV Housing and Climate Action...

 Did You Know?

The Valley Transportation Authority is working on a project to reduce the amount of driving in new housing developments in Santa Clara cities and county. Find out at a virtual meeting.

• Monday, October 16^, 2023, 6:00-7:30 pm
• Register here: https://www.vta.org/events/virtual-community-meeting-equitable-vmt-mitigation-program 
• Community Survey: https://fp.mysocialpinpoint.com/index.php?cID=524

From LWV Los Altos Mountain View…

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

• Passed amendments necessary to implement the adopted Housing Element.
• Approved a new downtown parking lot study which will review former studies for best ideas