LWV of Alameda Member Resources

At all levels of government, the League of Women Voters monitors public policy changes being considered by legislative and executive bodies. Swift action by citizens like you can help elected officials make decisions based on the opinions of their constituents rather than on the opinions of powerful, well-funded special interests. There is strength in numbers; take action now and help us influence policy makers! If you are not getting them, then sign up for National Action Alerts and emails from the LWV of the US (https://default.salsalabs.org/Td1d0cd6c-5008-4316-b552-4f0fd828ad31/2c2a22fc-73be-429c-9be4-201bdfe06144)and also for State Action Alerts by the LWV of California.(https://lwvc.org/stay-informed) When you receive an email Action Alert please respond. It takes only a minute or two to send a note to your legislator or to sign a League-sponsored petition. Then, send the alert to your friends, family, neighbors – anyone you think might also add their name in support of our League position.

You can find our Board and Committee Chair Roster h(https://lwvofalameda.wixsite.com/lwvofalameda/about/#BOD)ere.

At our Annual Meeting, all members approve of a budget for the new fiscal year (1 July through 30 June). Here is the LWV of Alameda Budget approved for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.(https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_6be50f64c4a54deb87da6147a5244be2.pdf) Our treasurer makes updated reports to the Board of Directors at each Board meeting. Here is the latest LWV of Alameda Budget Report through April 30, 2025.(https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_dec1c2cf91e64539a82cea809902365a.docx)

Here are the links to LWV of Alameda's bylaws, mission, and policies. 1. Bylaws (https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_0545aea3bc34467795e40d7b06c5784f.pdf)(updated 6/2025) 2. Co-Sponsorship Policy (https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_2a80e2d6826c4ea5ac5fe9d523784bfa.pdf) 3. Communication Committee Policy (https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_af918cab38064861b4bb3dadfd4272a5.pdf) 4. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy (https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_f29b3b6e2aa84e6099fd579762ee4f1c.pdf) 5. File Policy (https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_ef1d03df90da484fae1a0a06d45b560e.pdf) 6. Mission Statement (https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_52d495dc73294b1fa54de8faac28fcd9.pdf) 7. Nonpartisan Policy (https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_942a5d999d4b4f4796d30b94a3d80498.pdf)

Here are League positions at the national, state, regional, and local levels.(https://lwvofalameda.wixsite.com/lwvofalameda/advocacy/#positions) They include: • LWV of the U.S. • LWV of California • LWV of the Bay Area • Alameda County Leagues • LWV of Alameda

Read local, state, and national League news: 1. The Voter is our local, League of Women Voters of Alameda electronic newsletter that we publish twice every month by email (aka eBlasts). Each issue contains the most updated national, state, and local League news. Our newsletter also includes League calls to action, information about LWV of Alameda events, and ways to get involved with us. Occasionally, we send special eBlasts on singular issues, such as reminders of upcoming events or immediate calls to action. ​ ​All LWV of Alameda members should be automatically subscribed. If you are not getting T(http://eepurl.com/gzQKfT)he Voter/(http://eepurl.com/gzQKfT)our eBlasts, subscribe here.(http://eepurl.com/gzQKfT) 2. The Leader's Update is the LWV of California's newsletter that is published multiple times a year by email. It contains news about their lobbying, advocacy and voter rights efforts, and guidance to local California Leagues. All local California League members should be automatically subscribed to these newsletters and alerts. If you are not getting T(mailto:lwvc@lwvc.org)he Leader's Update,(mailto:lwvc@lwvc.org) email the LWV of California.(mailto:lwvc@lwvc.org) 3. The League Update is a newsletter by the LWV of the US that is published twice a month by email. It contains news about their lobbying, advocacy, and voter rights efforts, news from Leagues across the nation, and guidance to all Leagues. All local League members should be automatically subscribed to these newsletters and alerts. If you are not getting T(https://www.lwv.org/league-management/league-update-newsletter-sign)he League Update,(https://www.lwv.org/league-management/league-update-newsletter-sign) subscribe here.(https://www.lwv.org/league-management/league-update-newsletter-sign) ​

• Our Board of Directors meet in January, March, May, September, and November, on the third Thursday of the month at 7pm. A Board Retreat for new and continuing members occurs in July or August, TBD by board member availability. All members are welcome to attend but are encouraged to RSVP one day prior to the specific Board Meeting on our League's Calendar of Events.(https://lwvofalameda.wixsite.com/lwvofalameda/events) The Mar 2026 LWV of Alameda Board Meeting Minutes are here.(https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_47434d6c07c24a289a53ed55ff13334a.pdf) • Our Committees have various schedules. For details when specific Committees meet, please contact the Committee Chair. (Here is our League's Board and Committee Chair Roster.(https://lwvofalameda.wixsite.com/lwvofalameda/about/#BOD)) • Our General Membership meets at least twice each year. • Our Program Planning Meeting is held in January or February. Read about the League's Program Planning (https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_e97f87c59e934908aa5ac5b24b5ec2d8.pdf)c(https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_e97f87c59e934908aa5ac5b24b5ec2d8.pdf)ycle, and the 2026 LWV of Alameda Program Planning Minutes.(https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_265b5953012b4e29b63b46994047b9a5.pdf) You should also read over our current key issues (https://www.lwvalameda.org/advocacy#keyissues)(also known as our "Program"). • Our Annual Meeting is held in June. This is when our members gather to decide the next year's budget, slate of officers, areas of emphasis for education and advocacy (i.e., Program), and any proposed bylaw changes. Read the 2025 LWV of Alameda Annual Meeting Minutes here.(https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_2704bd8cefbb49408dec781127ce9cb5.pdf)

• For all Members: • Action Alerts (https://my.lwv.org/california/action-alerts) • DEI Guide & People First Guide (https://my.lwv.org/california/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-task-force)(LWVC publication) • League Basics (https://www.lwv.org/sites/default/files/2018-07/league-basics.pdf)(LWVUS publication) • League Lingo (See Appendix I of League Basics) • Impact on Issues 2024-2026 (https://www.lwv.org/impact-issues)(LWVUS publication) • League Positions (https://lwvofalameda.wixsite.com/lwvofalameda/advocacy/#positions) • Member Meetings (https://lwvofalameda.wixsite.com/sn/f/lwvofalameda/meetings-meeting)(for LWV of Alameda) • For Committee Chairs: • Individual Portfolio File: Committee Chairs (https://97088473-6637-4df6-a0fb-85740ca3318d.usrfiles.com/ugd/970884_f175cfe6b0b74b14a0e85149270448db.pdf) • Local League Management (https://my.lwv.org/california/lwvc-members-only/local-league-management)(LWVC webpage) • For Board Members: • For the New and Not So New Board Member (https://my.lwv.org/sites/default/files/for-new-and-not-so-new-board-member.pdf)(LWVC publication) • Local League Management (https://my.lwv.org/california/lwvc-members-only/local-league-management)(LWVC webpage)

If you have signed up for a LWV Member Portal login,(https://portal.lwv.org/) then you will get a reminder shortly before your annual renewal date, and you can renew on the Portal. If you do not have a LWV Member Portal login and need assistance, please email our Membership Chair at Membership@lwvalameda.org.(Membership@lwvalameda.org.)

See our League's volunteer page (https://lwvofalameda.wixsite.com/lwvofalameda/volunteer)about volunteering on a committee, or serving in a leadership position.