Empowering Voters and Defending Democracy in Southern Arizona since 1941. | The next TWSAZ will be Monday, October 19, 2026.
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The deadline for submitting information is noon Friday before the Monday publication. | League of Women Voters of Southern Arizona
Office Hours
800 N Swan Rd. Suite 126
(520) 327-7652
Monday through Friday
10:30 AM to 12:30PM | NOTE TO ALL MEMBERS
You will be receiving letters in the mail from LWVSAZ for our annual fundraising campaign. The letters contain your new name tags. If you need the plastic holders, they are available at our office or at one of our events.
Thank you in advance for your annual contribution to our League. |
Thank you to the following members for donating to cover our office rent for October, 2026:
Month of October:
October 1, 2, 3 – Janice C (in recognition of Kathleen E)
October 4, 5, 6 – Claudia D (in recognition of Don D)
October 10 – Jennifer D
October 20 - Karen P
October 25 – Anita F (in honor of Carolyn F)
Weeks:
October 11-17 and October 18-24 – Mary P
Wendy H October 25 - 31 (in recognition of my kids)
Board of Directors - Second Thursday of the month (Board Meeting Days)
every month through May 2027
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Still waiting to contribute to the LWVSAZ We'll Pay the Rent campaign?
Now might be a good time!
Linda and Tom Longlet are offering a match challenge.
They will match donations made in the month of October up to $500!
This will pay for a month of rent for our league!
Weeks in November, December and January are still available.
Make your donation now!
| | MEMBERSHIP DUES
If you are writing a check to renew your membership
please make it out to LWVUS, and NOT LWVSAZ
Thanks! | | | | Tour of Elections Office
Find out how ballots are received, sorted, verified, and counted
by Pima County Elections Office.
Tour led by Pima County Compliance Officer.
Wednesday, October 14 (5 spots left) or
Wednesday, October 21 (2 spots left)
10 AM - 12 PM
6550 S Country Club Road
Tours limited to 15 people each
Must Register
| | | | It's election season and our website has a lot of information. Check out the red boxes on the homepage for information on registering to vote, getting informed, voting in AZ, finding your current Elected Officials and how to take action!
| | If you have questions about the website, please contact us at league@lwvsaz.org | This information is for residents of Pima County, Arizona.
Information for all of Southern Arizona can be found at our website, lwvsaz.org
National voter registration information can be found at vote411.org
GENERAL ELECTION
Important Dates & Deadlines:
Note: Voter registration closed on October 5, and early voting began October 7.
October 23 - Last Day to Request a Mail Ballot
October 27 - Recommended Deadline to Mail Back Your Ballot
November 3 - Election Day (Last day to vote in person or drop off a mail ballot)
| If you missed the TUSD Governing Board candidate forum, a recording is available on our YouTube channel:
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LWVSAZ is an all volunteer organization.
Join us as we work together to strengthen our democracy!
| | | Volunteer Opportunities:
Budget Committee
Meets from October to March
This committee determines the budget for the 2027-2028 League year.
Bylaws Committee
Meets from October to March
This committee reviews and revises our bylaws for the 2027-2028 League year.
Please contact Linda Maccabe llmaccabe722@gmail.com
if you are interested in serving on one of these committees. | |
Library Liaisons Needed
Library Liaisons are the LWVSAZ contacts with libraries
Orientation sessions are provided.
We currently need liaisons for the following libraries.
- Joel D. Valdez - Main Library (no parking fee if under an hour in the library underground parking garage)
- Richard Elias - Mission Library (just reopened)
- Joyner - Green Valley Library
- Frank De La Cruz - El Pueblo Library
| Upcoming One-Time Volunteer Opportunities:
For more information about one of the opportunities, click the three dots to the right of the event or for information about all of the events, click 'Expand All' at the upper right.
Fresh Start Community Expo
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9 AM until 1 PM
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Community Violence Prevention
Monday, October 12
12 PM until 2 PM
Zoom
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Eastside Unit Presentation
2026 Arizona Propositions
Tuesday, October 13
10 AM until 11:30 AM
Ward 2 Offices
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DEI Committee Meeting
Wednesday, October 14
6 PM until 7:30 PM
Zoom
| | | | Office Hours, President & President-Elect
Thursday, October 15
6 PM until 7:30 PM
Zoom
For LWVGT members-if you have questions, thoughts or concerns about your LWVGT membership, please feel free to drop in on our weekly Zoom Office Hours. Members of the board will be on hand to answer your questions every Thursday from 5-6 pm.
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Issue & Eggs Committee
Friday, October 16
3 PM until 5 PM
Office & Zoom
| | | The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. | The following events are happening
during the third week of October | |
Environmental Committee Meeting
Tuesday, October 20
1 PM until 2:30 PM
Zoom
Running & Winning Mixer
Wednesday, October 21
3:30 PM until 4:30 PM
Flowing Wells High School
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2026 Arizona Statewide Candidate Debates
The following virtual program is a candidate debate conducted in an online setting.
Registration is required.
You must be logged in to the LWVAZ.org website to register.
Arizona Corporation Commission Candidate Debate
Sunday, October 18, 2 PM until 3:30 PM
Candidates invited to participate:
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Clara Pratte — Democratic
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Jonathan Hill — Democratic
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Kevin Thompson — Republican
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Ralph Heap — Republican
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Mike Cease — Green Party
| The league supports and encourages participation and education in the important topics included in our public policy positions. Below are some of the many events taking place in the next two weeks that members may be interested in attending. |
Every eligible voter deserves to have their vote counted.
As the 2026 Arizona General Election approaches, we're recruiting volunteers to join our Election Protection program.
Election Protection volunteers serve a critical role by helping voters navigate election procedures, find accurate information, and address challenges that may arise before or on Election Day.
Whether you're a longtime civic volunteer or getting involved for the first time, we'll provide the training, resources, and support you need to contribute effectively.
Sign Up Today: Help Protect the Vote
| Panel Discussion on 2026 Ballot Propositions
Wednesday, October 14
5:30 PM until 7 PM
Pima Community College - Desert Vista Campus
5901 S. Calle Santa Cruz, Room F-123
520-425-5761
Linda Maccabe, President of League of Women Voters of Southern Arizona, and Tom Collins, Executive Director of AZ Citizens Clean Elections Commission, will be on a panel explaining AZ propositions.
| | Join Us to View and Discuss
A House United
Documentary Film by Braver Angels
Thursday, October 29
7:00 PM until 8:30 PM
Old Ft. Lowell Chapel
|  | | Ready Set Vote Tucson, created by LWVSAZ, provides timely and accurate information about voting in Pima County.
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Vote411, created by LWV, provides election information you need customized to your address.
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Election Resources for Southern Arizona can be found on lwvsaz.org
| | Elected Officers
President 2026-2027: Linda M.
President-Elect 2026-2027: Cheri S.
Secretary 2026-2028: open
Treasurer 2026-2027: Nicholle Z.
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Elected Directors
Advocacy 2026-2028: Robert O.
Communications 2025-2027: Haley K.
Fund Development 2026-2028: open
Membership 2025-2027: Taylor M.
Voter Services 2025-2027: Pat M.
| | | Appointed Directors
Linda L. | LWVSAZ Strategic Plan for 2026-2027
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Provide accessible voter education and voter registration opportunities across the communities we serve.
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Recruit, engage, and retain members in active volunteer and leadership roles.
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Build and sustain partnerships with organizations that share and support our mission.
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Expand the League’s public visibility, community presence, and civic engagement throughout Southern Arizona.
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Apply a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens to all League programs, outreach, and decision making.
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How to Contact Your LWVSAZ Board
Do you have a thought, concern, or questions you would like to convey to the LWVSAZ Board? If so, please complete the LWVSAZ Feedback Form to submit your communication to the LWVSAZ Board.
View Past LWVSAZ Board Meetings
All LWVSAZ Board meetings are recorded on YouTube and are available for viewing within a few days of the meeting. These YouTube recordings may be found by logging on the website at www.lwvsaz.org. Click on the Member tab and select Video Library 2026; select the YouTube recording of the meeting you wish to view. Alternately, after logging in to the website, you can enter www.lwvsaz.org/videolibrary in your browser's search bar.
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