Date: 4/16/2026
Subject: LWV Denver Weekly Update - April 16, 2026
From: League of Women Voters of Denver
Tuesday!
Come at 4:30 p.m. to learn more about our mission, activities, and ways to get involved at our New/Prospective Member Orientation!
| Get Ready for Annual Meeting!
- Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 30, 8:30 a.m.
- Nominate a worthy Leaguer for the Mother Lode, JEDI or Suffragist award - find more information on past winners and the nomination form here.
- Look for the proposed 2026-27 Budget, changes to our Bylaws, and Nominating Committee report in next week's VOTER. We will vote on all three at the meeting.
| LWV Denver’s Premiere Fundraiser
Our 2026 Indoor Bulb Sale Will Start in May!
We’ll feature beautiful Holland, Jumbo Holland and Southern Hemisphere Amaryllis and Luxurious Paperwhites!
These high-quality bulbs make wonderful holiday gifts.
Buy Bulbs for yourself/Give Bulbs to family and friends!
and
Support the League of Women Voters of Denver
The Sale will Open in May!
You’ll be able to order online or with a paper order form.
Planting kits and gift bags will also be available.
Thank you!
Barb Mattison, Bulb Sale 2026 Chair
303-322-4878 | Opportunity Knocks!
 Have you asked yourself: What can I do to make a difference in Denver? How can I contribute to the health and welfare of the community I live in?
If so, we have an answer: join the Board of the League of Women Voters of Denver!
We have several openings, and we hope that your talents and enthusiasm might prompt you to fill one of them. We are looking for: a Board Secretary, a Membership Chair, and a Member-At-Large. Please email me at BDHEISTKMP@aol.com for more information on what the positions entail and how we would welcome and mentor you to fill that role.
Bobbie Heisterkamp
Member of the Nominating Committee | Rescheduled!
| Voting - What You Need to Know in this Critical Year
Think Before you Ink!
- DO SIGN
- Initiative #195 - Graduated Income Tax Initiative
- DO NOT SIGN
- Initiative #175 - State Revenue Collected to Support Road
Transportation
- Initiative #177 - Right to Natural Gas
- Initiative #85 - Penalties for Fentanyl Crimes
- Initiative #95 – Law Enforcement Reporting Requirements to Federal Authorities
- Initiative #108 - Penalties for Human Trafficking of a Minor
- Initiative #109 - Male and Female Participation in School Sports
- Initiative #110 (2025-26) - Prohibit Certain Surgeries on Minors
- Full information on the LWVCO website.
Key Election Dates for the 2026 State Primary Election
Monday, June 8 - Ballots drop in the mail; Last day for voters to change party affiliation; 24-hour drop boxes open
Monday, June 15 - Voter Service and Polling Centers open
Monday, June 22 - Last day to mail your ballot back and ensure it arrives on time; last day to request a replacement ballot be mailed to you
Tuesday, June 30 - Election Day; Ballots must be in possession of the Clerk & Recorder by 7:00 p.m.
|  | Upcoming Denver League Events
4/21
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April Briefing: The Value of Our Denver Immigrant Population
Montview Blvd Presbyterian Church | 5:30 p.m.
New and Prospective Member Orientaton
Montview Blvd Presbyterian Church | 4:30 p.m. |
5/14
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Drinks & Dialogue: Water in the Time of Drought and Lead Pipe Replacement
Plaza 38 (3550 W. 38th Ave) |5:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
5/30
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Annual Meeting
Montview Blvd. Presbyterian Church | 8:30 a.m. - noon |
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