Observer Corps - League of Women Voters of Palo Alto

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The Observer Corps is a group of League volunteers who attend government meetings and report back on how the meetings were conducted and what was discussed.

Why Observe?

Our Observers:

Make sure the government is following open meeting ("sunshine") laws;
Promote transparency and accountability in government through regular oversight;
Educate the public about what is going on in government; and
Identify issues for League advocacy.

LWV Palo Alto is looking for people to help monitor the workings of our local government. In particular, we need people to observe either meetings of the City Council or the PAUSD Board of Education, whether live or recorded. If you are interested in learning what's going on in your community, how well your local government officials are representing you and how decisions are made, as well as identifying issues you believe need further attention by the League, please contact the Board. Training will be provided.

Resources for Observers:

LWVPA Observer Report
LWVUS Resource Guide: Observing Your Government in Action
LWV Bay Area Guide: Guidelines for Observers

Quicklink: www.lwvpaloalto.org/observer-corps