Events Archive
Voting in a Time of Coronavirus
(This message is from the Illinois League of Women Voters.)
The CDC recommendation for social distancing to contain the coronavirus comes at a time when Illinois (and other states) are preparing to cast their ballots in our upcoming primary election. While the health of voters and that of their communities is paramount,LWVIL still encourages voters to exercise their right to vote! There are many ways for voters to participate in elections while mitigating their risk of exposure.
You can:
The CDC recommendation for social distancing to contain the coronavirus comes at a time when Illinois (and other states) are preparing to cast their ballots in our upcoming primary election. While the health of voters and that of their communities is paramount,LWVIL still encourages voters to exercise their right to vote! There are many ways for voters to participate in elections while mitigating their risk of exposure.
You can:
- Plan to early vote, where voter crowds may be smaller throughout the day. This minimizes the number of individuals a voter may come in contact with. (Deadline is March 16, 2020)
- On Election Day, plan to arrive at your polling location during off-peak times. For example, if voter crowds are lighter mid-morning, bring your prepared Illinois Voter Guide ballot for a quick and easy voting experience.
Early Voting Information for Champaign County
You can vote early now at a number of Early Voting locations. Here's a document that lists all of them, along with the dates and hours of their operation.
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If you need more information on getting ready to vote, see the Voter Registration & Preparation section of this site.
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Missed the Candidate Forums for the Primary Election?
Good news - the Forums are available online!
If you didn't make it to the recent League Candidate Forums, click the blue buttons below to watch them online. The Candidate Forums for the March 17 Primary Election covered these races:
Kitchen Table Workshop & Social
Learn, Contribute, and Connect
March 1, 2020
Kitchen Table is an event for new and existing League members as well as volunteers and those who are just curious from the general public.
There will be a workshop on “Last Minute Get Out The Vote Strategies.". The March 17th Primary Election is quickly approaching. The information we provide is non-partisan, and we don't endorse any candidates.
When: Sun, March 1, 3:30pm – 5:30pm
Where: Wesley Foundation Student Center, 1203 W Green St, Urbana, IL 61801, USA (map)
Description:
Learn, Contribute, and Connect
March 1, 2020
Kitchen Table is an event for new and existing League members as well as volunteers and those who are just curious from the general public.
There will be a workshop on “Last Minute Get Out The Vote Strategies.". The March 17th Primary Election is quickly approaching. The information we provide is non-partisan, and we don't endorse any candidates.
When: Sun, March 1, 3:30pm – 5:30pm
Where: Wesley Foundation Student Center, 1203 W Green St, Urbana, IL 61801, USA (map)
Description:
- Subject of workshop: “Last Minute Get Out The Vote Strategies” (aka “Crash Course in Guerrilla GOTV Strategies”)
- 3:30 pm Workshop @ Wesley Student Center - 1203 W Green St
- 5:30 pm Social @ Murphy's Pub, 604 E Green St.
Voting Rights Advancement Act (HR4) Action to be in US Senate
This month's Taking Action meeting will provide information on the Voting Rights Advancement Act, HR 4, and a discussion of action in US Senate. The meeting will be Sunday, February 16, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at 1004 Mayfair Road, Champaign. To join the discussion, contact: Trish Crowley, tcrowley9491@gmail.com.
The League of Women Voters of Champaign County proudly presents the Primary 2020 Candidate Forum!
Questions for the candidates can be submitted ahead of the forum at: AskTheCandidates@lwvchampaigncounty.org
Or through our website: http://lwvchampaigncounty.org/
Candidate Forum promptly starts at 7pm. Doors will open ~6:30pm.
Moderator: Peggy LaFrance
7:00 - 7:45 U.S. House of Representative - IL-13: Betsy Dirksen Londrigan; Stefanie Smith
7:50 - 8:20 County Board 6: DeShawn Williams; Charles Young
8:25 - 8:55 County Board 10: Mary King; Connie Dillard-Myers
(County Board 9 is still pending candidate confirmation)
9:00 - 9:30 County Board 9: Cynthia Fears; Jennifer Straub
Bring a friend!
Co-hosted with NAACP Champaign County, and the The News-Gazette
Questions for the candidates can be submitted ahead of the forum at: AskTheCandidates@lwvchampaigncounty.org
Or through our website: http://lwvchampaigncounty.org/
Candidate Forum promptly starts at 7pm. Doors will open ~6:30pm.
Moderator: Peggy LaFrance
7:00 - 7:45 U.S. House of Representative - IL-13: Betsy Dirksen Londrigan; Stefanie Smith
7:50 - 8:20 County Board 6: DeShawn Williams; Charles Young
8:25 - 8:55 County Board 10: Mary King; Connie Dillard-Myers
(County Board 9 is still pending candidate confirmation)
9:00 - 9:30 County Board 9: Cynthia Fears; Jennifer Straub
Bring a friend!
Co-hosted with NAACP Champaign County, and the The News-Gazette
Engaging the Young Adult Voter
Wednesday, February 5⋅7:15 – 8:30pm
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 1601 W Bloomington Rd, Champaign, IL 61821, USA
The League of Women Voters of Champaign County is supporting year-long efforts of Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated—Epsilon Epsilon Omega Chapter—and other local organizations as they host a series of election and voter informational sessions throughout 2019-2020 to prepare for upcoming local and national elections.
Topic: Engaging the Young Adult Voter
Speaker: TBA
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 1601 W Bloomington Rd, Champaign, IL 61821, USA
The League of Women Voters of Champaign County is supporting year-long efforts of Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated—Epsilon Epsilon Omega Chapter—and other local organizations as they host a series of election and voter informational sessions throughout 2019-2020 to prepare for upcoming local and national elections.
Topic: Engaging the Young Adult Voter
Speaker: TBA
What the Income Tax Debate is All About
What is a graduated income tax, and what are the complications of such a change?
Richard Kaplan, law professor at the University of Illinois, will be speaking about the concept of a graduated income tax. Professor Kaplan, an internationally recognized expert on U.S. taxation and tax policy, has lectured in these areas on three continents, testified before the U.S. Congress on several occasions, and written innovative course books on income taxation and international taxation.
There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation.
Robeson Rooms A&B. 7pm - 8:30pm.
Richard Kaplan, law professor at the University of Illinois, will be speaking about the concept of a graduated income tax. Professor Kaplan, an internationally recognized expert on U.S. taxation and tax policy, has lectured in these areas on three continents, testified before the U.S. Congress on several occasions, and written innovative course books on income taxation and international taxation.
There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation.
Robeson Rooms A&B. 7pm - 8:30pm.
Public Test of Election Tabulating Equipment
1/31/20
Public notice is hereby given that at 1 PM Tuesday, February 4, 2020 the County Clerk’s office will conduct a public test of the election tabulating equipment. The objective is to demonstrate to the voters that the equipment will correctly count the votes cast for all ballot styles for the General Primary Election to be held on March 17, 2020. The location where the test will take place is 202 Art Bartell Rd., Urbana, IL 61802 (election supply building). Notice is further given that this test is open to the representatives of the political parties, press, and the public.
Angela Patton
Chief Deputy Clerk
Champaign County Clerks office
1776 E Washington St, Urbana, IL 61802
217-766-8712
217-384-3720
apatton@co.champaign.il.us
www.champaigncountyclerk.com/
Kitchen Table Workshop & Social
Learn, Contribute, and Connect
February 2, 2020
Kitchen Table is an event for new and existing League members as well as volunteers and those who are just curious from the general public.
There will be a workshop on “Helping Friends Vote Local”. The March 17th Primary Election is quickly approaching, and many people still do not know who is running or why it matters. Some people don't even know the election is coming up. As such, the voter turnout is expected to be quite low. But you can help change that. We’ll discuss information, resources, and tools that can help make the voting process easy for you & your friends. The information we provide is non-partisan, and we don't endorse any candidates. This information will be useful for anyone that wants to know more about the upcoming local election.
Once business is done, we’ll connect with friends & allies over coffee or drinks in downtown Champaign at “Neil St Blues” (301 N Neil St).
Bring a friend!
3:30 pm Workshop at Champaign Public Library, Robeson's Room A & B, 200 W Green, Champaign
5:00 pm Social at Neil St Blues, Downtown Champaign, 301 N. Neil St.
Learn, Contribute, and Connect
February 2, 2020
Kitchen Table is an event for new and existing League members as well as volunteers and those who are just curious from the general public.
There will be a workshop on “Helping Friends Vote Local”. The March 17th Primary Election is quickly approaching, and many people still do not know who is running or why it matters. Some people don't even know the election is coming up. As such, the voter turnout is expected to be quite low. But you can help change that. We’ll discuss information, resources, and tools that can help make the voting process easy for you & your friends. The information we provide is non-partisan, and we don't endorse any candidates. This information will be useful for anyone that wants to know more about the upcoming local election.
Once business is done, we’ll connect with friends & allies over coffee or drinks in downtown Champaign at “Neil St Blues” (301 N Neil St).
Bring a friend!
3:30 pm Workshop at Champaign Public Library, Robeson's Room A & B, 200 W Green, Champaign
5:00 pm Social at Neil St Blues, Downtown Champaign, 301 N. Neil St.
The League of Women Voters of Champaign County proudly presents the Primary 2020 Candidate Forum!
Questions for the candidates can be submitted ahead of the forum at: https://www.lwvchampaigncounty.org/ask-the-candidates.html
Candidate Forum promptly starts at 7pm. Doors will open ~6:30pm.
Moderator: Trisha Crowley/Peggy LaFrance
7:00 - 7:30 Circuit Clerk: Robert Burkhalter; Susan McGrath
7:35 - 8:20 Champaign County Circuit Judge: Troy Lozar; David Moore; Ramona Sullivan; Ruth Wyman
8:25 - 8:55 County Board 8: Emily Rodriguez; Giraldo Rosales
Bring a friend!
Co-hosted with NAACP Champaign County, and the The News-Gazette
Questions for the candidates can be submitted ahead of the forum at: https://www.lwvchampaigncounty.org/ask-the-candidates.html
Candidate Forum promptly starts at 7pm. Doors will open ~6:30pm.
Moderator: Trisha Crowley/Peggy LaFrance
7:00 - 7:30 Circuit Clerk: Robert Burkhalter; Susan McGrath
7:35 - 8:20 Champaign County Circuit Judge: Troy Lozar; David Moore; Ramona Sullivan; Ruth Wyman
8:25 - 8:55 County Board 8: Emily Rodriguez; Giraldo Rosales
Bring a friend!
Co-hosted with NAACP Champaign County, and the The News-Gazette
Taking Action: Fair Tax Amendment
When: January 19, 2020, 2-4pm
Where: 1004 Mayfair Rd, Champaign
Contact: Trish Crowley 217-649-3500, tcrowley9491@gmail.com
At this meeting we will be learning about the Fair Tax Amendment and the LWVIL’s campaign in support of it. We will discuss ways that we as members can get involved in gathering local support for the passage of the Amendment in November.
Where: 1004 Mayfair Rd, Champaign
Contact: Trish Crowley 217-649-3500, tcrowley9491@gmail.com
At this meeting we will be learning about the Fair Tax Amendment and the LWVIL’s campaign in support of it. We will discuss ways that we as members can get involved in gathering local support for the passage of the Amendment in November.
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Voter Registration 101
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Voter Registration 101 is for everyone interested in being part of our League’s focus on increasing voter registration and education throughout Champaign County. The session covers registering voters using the paper one-page form and helping voters register online. You’ll learn how to make registration easy for voters and have a chance to practice what you’ve learned.
Training session attendance is limited to 20. Reserve your spot now by sending an email to info@lwvchampaigncounty.org by January 12. Please type Voter Registration 101 January 14 in the subject line.
Training session attendance is limited to 20. Reserve your spot now by sending an email to info@lwvchampaigncounty.org by January 12. Please type Voter Registration 101 January 14 in the subject line.
Holiday Social 2019
Analog Wine Library
129 N. Race St., Urbana
Thursday, December 5th, 5:00-7:00PM
Come socialize with old League friends and new at Analog Wine Library in Urbana on Thursday, December 5th from 5:00--7:00 pm It's a cash bar--League is providing hors d'ouvres. Bring a friend!
The Voter - November 2019
We want to thank everyone who came to our Kick-Off meeting yesterday!
We had a great time sharing ideas & meeting new members.
Missed the meeting, but still want to help out? Email us!
We had a great time sharing ideas & meeting new members.
Missed the meeting, but still want to help out? Email us!