Happy New Year!
As we look ahead, defending democracy invites each of us to speak up for our shared humanity in ways that are thoughtful, principled, and grounded in our values.
Through a League of Women Voters lens, that work looks like upholding the Constitution and the rule of law for everyone; valuing accountability and transparency, standing with immigrants, protecting and strengthening voting rights, choosing truth over misinformation and disinformation, and caring for the environment that sustains us all.
One way to put these shared values into action is through the
Observer Corps, a League of Women Voters program rooted in transparency, fairness, nonpartisanship, and trust.
The Observer Corps offers a practical way to support democracy -- by attending public meetings, reporting what you see, and helping our community stay informed about how decisions are made.
This year, our work includes observing the Snohomish County Charter Review Commission. Members from each county district are encouraged to participate by attending these meetings, which began on January 14, 2026. Meeting agendas, videos (posted shortly after each meeting), and details for attending by Zoom or in person are available on the Commission’s
website. The next meeting will be held February 11.
A League of Women Voters of Snohomish County report from the first meeting is available on the Observer Corps
webpage under Resources.
There are many ways to get involved in being part of the Observer Corps. City councils, school boards, county and municipal commissions, and special districts including fire, water, and hospital districts all benefit from unbiased, fact-based observation. If you’re new to observing, starting with meetings you already plan to attend is a simple and effective way to begin.
To learn more visit our
webpage, or reach out to Observer Corps Chair Carol McMahon by text (206-409-1994) or email observercorps@lwvsnoho.org. Office Hours are scheduled at two different times during the week as shown on the League
calendar.