League of Women Voters of Wisconsin Rapids Area
Sustaining our democratic society since 1970
Welcome to the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin Rapids Area home on the web.
Since 1970 the League's purpose has been to promote informed and active participation of citizens in government. While the League studies and then takes action on a wide variety of governmental issues, it is firmly nonpartisan; it supports neither candidates or political parties.
Membership is open to all men and women and visitors are welcome and encouraged to attend our events and discussions. Come, observe and participate. On this site you'll find useful information every citizen should be aware of along with pertinent information about us and what we are doing as well as information on how to contact us and join us.
VOTER HELPLINE AVAILABLE IN OUR COMMUNITY
A Voter Helpline is now available for citizens in the Wisconsin Rapids Area and surrounding communities who have questions or need assistance with the voting process. Our main emphasis is to act as a witness for an absentee ballot when no alternatives are available. Reach out by calling 608-285-2141 and leave a message with your contact information and your question or request. A local volunteer will get back to you within 24 hours.
This service is sponsored by the League of Women Voters Wisconsin Rapids Area in cooperation with the Dane County League of Women Voters.
What's New at Your Local League
2020 Election Candidate InterviewsWisconsin Rapids Community Media and League of Women Voters of the Wisconsin Rapids area bring you interviews with state Assembly and state Senate candidates.
Read More...Voter Information Hotline
LWVWRA Partnering with LWV Dane County are providing a helpline to Wisconsin voters in a time of need.
Read More...Wisconsin Votes for Non-partison Redistricting
Earlier this year, 72% of Wisconsin voters said that they are in favor of non-partisan redistricting. To learn more about the issue, look at this presentation by Fair Maps Wisconsin.
72 PercentCOVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update
Because of the state of emergency recently declared by Gov. Evers and our state League's position on not holding group events, we am asking that any group events that were scheduled for presentation will need to be cancelled.
This includes the panel discussion on redistricting slated for March 19 at the library, and the voter forums on March 25-26. Watch this space for any changes, as they seem to occur daily.
Non-Partisan Redistricting in Wisconsin Panel Discussion
LWVWRA hosts non-partisan redistricting panel discussion on March 19 which will cover the April referendum. The call for non-partisan redistricting is growing in several counties around the state.
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Redistricting Display
Redistricting display set up at local library.Read more...
Local League Celebrates 100 Years of LWV
May 16, 2020: Join LWVWRA members in celebrating 100 years in League by joining the celebration at McMillan Memorial Library at 1:00 P.M. in the All-purpose Room.
See more on the events page.
Long time League member Marion Ruelle will be included in Wisconsin League of Women Voters celebration video in honor the League's 100 years of service.
Watch on YouTube: LWV at 100