League OF Women VotersCARROLLTON-CARROLLCOuntyEducating voters and motivating change since 1960. P.O. Box 1014 email: Carrollton@lwvga.org 
The LWV C-CC is an active group of dedicated volunteers who have fun while we work. This is a picture from our annual picnic held at Edy Maxwell's home on Snake Creek.
League of Women Voters; not just for women anymore. Here are Tom Carrere, Georgia Simons, Denise Billingsley, and Ross Miller in downtown Carrollton.
LWV C-CC past Co-President Betty McVaigh and LWV GA Executive Director Tracey-Ann Nelson talk about voter issues at the "Meet the League" Open House. Ms. Nelson was the keynote speaker at the event in 2009.
Robin Collins, LWV C-CC President, at the Carroll County Commission Chambers before a Candidate Forum. Our work focuses on educating the public through engaging individuals and partnering with other organizations to stimulate informed, active participation.
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League of Women Voters Carrollton - Carroll County The purpose of the League of Women Voters Carrollton - Carroll County is to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation of citizens in government and to act on selected governmental issues. We do not support or oppose any political party or candidate. The LWV is a non partisan, issue driven organization that supports voters as active participants in the democratic process. We endeavor to encourage informed voting, and in that, to be more knowledgeable and more actively involved in the decisions made by our elected officials in Carrollton, Carroll County, at the state of Georgia level, and at the United States federal government level. The LWV C-CC promotes political responsibility specifically by targeting issues of concern, researching information, examining the facts, engaging in civil discourse, and making informed votes.
Nationally founded in 1920, the League was built on the historic gains of the suffrage movement by educating, encouraging and uniting disengaged citizens in becoming active and informed participants in democracy. The League has advanced an integrated plan to strengthen democracy at every level.
We make democracy work by using democratic processes to address issues. The League is about coming together to find answers to contemporary concerns and striving for greater participation by the American people.
Join Our Team! The League is not just for women anymore! We invite ALL citizens of at least 18 years of age to join as voting members of the local League. In addition you will be a voting member of the League of Women Voters of Georgia and of the League of Women Voters of the United States. Click here to join LWV C-CC today! As a League member, your voice adds strength to our message. Annual membership fees are $60 and $30 for each additional member in a household. Student fees are $30. If you cannot afford to pay dues, you may speak to us about a reduced fee. You will be welcome as a member whether you are actively involved or join just to support the League. Members are not required to attend the many events scheduled throughout the year. * Your membership in the League allows us to publish unbiased, local, state and national information important to you, educate citizens on important issues, and safeguard and strengthen the democratic process through an informed citizenry. * Your membership helps all citizens ensure that their voices are heard at the local, state and national levels. * Your membership allows you to be part of the conversation to advocate for positive changes in our current system at the level that you are comfortable with. * As a member you also receive other benefits such as: Weekly legislative monitoring & updates during the Georgia General Assembly on issues affecting you. The information, skills, support and opportunities to join with others in a united voice and/or to individualize or personalize your own political action. A voice and vote in choosing what issues the local, state and national Leagues will actively pursue. For More Information Contact Robin Collins, President, at Carrollton@lwvga.org or RobinCollinsLWV@aol.com 'Meet the League' ~ September 27, 2010 The LWV C-CC invites you to 'Meet the League' on September 27th, Monday evening, 6-8 pm, at the Carroll County Board of Elections office at 423 College Street, Carrollton. This is an opportunity for the community to find out more about the LWV C-CC. The main speaker will be Patti Brown-Traylor, Elections Supervisor. Entertainment will be by classical guitarist, Harry Nelson. Light refreshments will be served. Carrollton-Carroll County Political Directory One of the many on-going projects that we work on is the Carrollton-Carroll County Political Directory. Click here to download [PDF] the current version, 2009-2010. 'LIKE' Us On FACEBOOK Find us on Facebook at League of Women Voters Carrollton Carroll Co GA. If you 'LIKE' us, you will be our friend and receive information on coming events. You so not have to be a member to be our Facebook friend or to attend League events. Come to a Meeting! Saturday Luncheon Meetings are held on the second Saturday of every month. These are 'dutch-treat' lunches held locally. We have speakers on various topics of interest to members and the local community. (Please email us to find out specific locations and topics.) Monday Night Program Items Meetings are held the fourth Monday of each month, generally from 7-9 pm. Through local study, discussion and vote, Program Items are chosen for their specific impact on our community. (Please email us to find out specific locations and topics.) Candidate Forums are held as needed before elections. They are one of the most important efforts of our local League. In a Candidate Forum, a moderator directs panelists to ask the candidates questions. Audience members may also write questions and submit them to be asked by the moderator. Great Decisions has been a part of the League for about 15 years. Co-hosted with the Carrollton Rotary for the last 2 years, it promotes citizen awareness and discussion about timely foreign policy issues. Developed by the Foreign Policy Association, nationally it is the oldest and largest grassroots educational program on world affairs. Our knowledgeable speakers, most often professors from University of West Georgia, give their time and expertise. Great Decisions is a series that takes place in the winter months. (Please email us to find out specific locations and topics.) |
LWV C-CC in the News by Rachel Lane/Times-Georgian From horse thefts to riots, Gilbert Huey’s book “Free State of Carroll” focuses on the history of Carroll County between 1832 and 1833. Huey, a local author, signed copies of his fourth book and ... Commission candidates take the stage by John P. Boan/Times-Georgian Candidates for the District 2 seat on the Carroll County Board of Commissioners focused the conversation Thursday night on the handling of taxpayer dollars, the relationship the board has with the ... District 18 race: Candidates air platforms during public forum by John P. Boan/Times-Georgian Candidates for the District 18 seat in the Georgia House of Representatives squared off Thursday in a forum hosted by the League of Women Voters, with the focus of the event being largely on ... Author Cumming opens Summer Writers Series by Krystal Horne /Times-Georgian Did something happen? Did anybody see it? Who remembers? The League of Women Voters of Carrollton/Carroll County is sponsoring a new program, “Summer Writers Series,” which features writers ... County details plans for parks by John P. Boan/Times-Georgian Speaking to the League of Women Voters on Monday, Carroll County employees stressed the importance of operational plans for future land use, both as a means to promote recreation and to protect ... Times-Georgian Sally FitzGerald, an education policy leader for the Georgia Parent Teacher Association, speaks to members of the Carrollton-Carroll County League of Women Voters Saturday about the role of Capitol ... Officials discuss advantages of locally based hazmat team by John P. Boan/Times-Georgian Carrollton Fire Chief Jimmy Bearden and Carroll County Emergency Management Agency Director Tim Padgett discussed the advantages of having a hazardous material team based in Carrollton at an event ... Taxes a central issue at school board forum by John P. Boan/Times-Georgian Candidates for the Carrollton City Schools Board of Education put an emphasis both on fiscal responsibility and closing the gap between students of various ability levels at a forum hosted Monday ... Clear Rivers Chorus: Music with a purpose Times-Georgian Is it possible that we, the American people, are not as partisan as perceived? Is it possible that the political labels we use are inflammatory and designed to play on our fears, … |
