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The League of Women Voters of Wilmette is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. Read more here about our mission, policies, and commitments to civil discourse as well as diversity, equity and inclusion.
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Illinois Primary Election - June 28th
election day is coming soonThe next Illinois election will be the Gubernatorial and Consolidated Primary on June 28, 2022. Are you ready to vote? The League of Women Voters is here to help. Click on the link below to get the latest available information from the LWV-IL’s Illinois Voter Guide.
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Memorial Day - May 30th
join us for wilmette's unity march and ceremonyObserved on the last Monday of May, Memorial Day is a national holiday to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military, sacrificing their lives for freedom and democracy. In Wilmette, this year’s remembrance includes a special Unity March and Ceremony to remember our own 110 fallen patriots.
The march begins at 10:30 a.m., departing from the St. Joseph parking lot and proceeding to Village Hall. The ceremony, which starts at 11:30 a.m. at Village Hall, will feature a speech from Wilmette native Michael S. Rogers, retired Naval Admiral and former head of NSA and U.S. Cyber Command. LWV-Wilmette is proud to participate in this program. If you would like to join us, please click the link below to email Co-President, Anne Sullivan. |
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Wednesday, May 25th at 11:00 a.m.
LWV-W & Wilmette public library book discussionPlease join us virtually on May 25th for a discussion of Doing Justice: A Prosecutor's Thoughts on Crime, Punishment, and the Rule of Law by Preet Bharara. This one-time federal prosecutor for the Southern District of NY and host of the Doing Justice podcast delivers an important overview of the way our justice system works, and why the rule of law is essential to our survival as a society. Sometimes poignant and sometimes controversial, his expose is a thought-provoking, entertaining book about the need to find the humanity in our legal system as well as in our society. (Excerpts from the Publisher) Register at the link below.
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Wilmette Talk #3 – May 31st at 6:00 p.m.
THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS AND HOUSINGAs part of the Comprehensive Planning process, the Village of Wilmette will host a live, virtual event on May 31st to gather community input for shaping Wilmette’s future. It will feature two panel discussions with experts, followed by a Q&A session with the audience. Panel #1 will concentrate on business, while Panel #2 will focus on housing. All residents are invited but registration is required.
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May Is AAPI Heritage Month
celebrating AAPI cultures and heritageMay is Asian Pacific American Heritage month. We recognize individuals of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) descent who are making a difference in Wilmette as elected officials, commission members, volunteer leaders and local government employees. Click on the link below to learn about local events that celebrate AAPI history and heritage.
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Village Ordinance - Compliance Needed
Gas leaf blower ban is in effectDid you know that Wilmette prohibits the use of gas-powered leaf blowers from May 15 - September 30? To improve compliance with this ordinance, the Village's code enforcement officer will be issuing citations to offenders. When a company is cited, the homeowner will also be notified to help increase awareness of the ordinance. If you hire a lawn care company, please remind them of the ordinance if they are not following it. Visit our Environment page for more useful information about the blowers and the ban.
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Local Government - Volunteer Opportunity
make a difference in wilmetteWith vacancies on both the Environmental and Energy Commission (EEC) and the Human Relations Commission (HRC), this is your opportunity to make a difference! For the EEC, a candidate’s desired experience includes environmental matters, energy conservation, education, transportation, pollution control, engineering, cycling, science and/or public health. For the HRC, preference may be given to residents who are experienced or trained in diversity and cultural understanding, youth-oriented services, and/or veterans’ affairs. Interested in applying? Click on the link below to submit a talent bank questionnaire
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upcoming EVENTS
May 23: Wilmette D39 Board of Education Meeting
May 24: Wilmette Village Board Meeting
May 30: Memorial Day
May 31: Wilmette Comprehensive Plan Talk #3 - Live & Virtual Panel Discussion
May 24: Wilmette Village Board Meeting
May 30: Memorial Day
May 31: Wilmette Comprehensive Plan Talk #3 - Live & Virtual Panel Discussion