The League of Women Voters of Warren County held its 63rd annual meeting recently at the Warren County Historical Society.

Members gathered to reflect on a year of civic engagement, elect officers, and set goals for the coming year.

The meeting opened with a special presentation by Michelle Gray, director of the Warren County Historical Society, who shared a slide show highlighting Warren County’s history. The presentation was part of the early celebration of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.

During the business portion of the meeting, the following officers were elected for the coming year: Susan Swab, president; Susan Stout, secretary; Marilla Norton, treasurer; Michelle Gray, vice president of membership; Phyllis Wright, vice president of communications; Marge Himber, vice president of programs; and Sally Beckerick, vice president of voter services.

Special recognition was given to Christa Williams, who was honored for her service as the league’s treasurer for the past two decades.

The league’s annual program report highlighted a wide range of activities from the past year. Among the initiatives discussed were the organization’s work with Fair Districts PA, including updates on proposed Independent Redistricting Commission legislation–Senate Bill 131 and House Bill 31–currently under consideration. The league also conducted a Post Office Study, analyzing mail delivery times in rural areas to ensure that voters in these communities are able to return mailed ballots in a timely manner.

Voter Services reported registering 64 high school students to vote, with additional registrations completed online. The league continued to make voter registration applications and election information available at libraries and community events throughout Warren County.

In March, as part of Sunshine Week, the League hosted former news reporter Josh Cotton, who spoke on the topic “Why Can’t We Trust Each Other?” The week also included a proclamation from the Warren County Commissioners recognizing the importance of open government.

Jane Dunshie led the League’s “Observer Corps” for 2024-2025, organizing members to attend and report on local government meetings. A biweekly study group also met to analyze the presidential election system using National Popular Vote materials. Their findings were shared with the public in April.

The league distributed more than 550 copies of the Warren County 2025 Government Directory, an eight-page booklet that includes contact information for federal, state, county, and local officials. The directory, compiled by member Sally Eaton and funded by the Community Foundation of Warren County’s Sara Sokolski Family Foundation, is available at the league’s website at www.lwvwc.org.

In April, the league hosted a public “Meet and Greet” event with candidates for District Attorney, providing voters with an opportunity to hear directly from those running for office.

The league also updated its by-laws to formally include a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. A moment of recognition was held to honor the contributions of Indigenous peoples to the United States.

For more information about joining the League of Women Voters of Warren County, individuals can visit www.lwvwc.org, follow the League on Facebook at lwvwc, or contact any of the League officers.