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2011-2012 LWV Newton Program

In addition to the program positions already approved, the LWVN voted at the June 2011 Annual Meeting to adopt the following program:

Land Use Positions:

In all our land use positions, the LWVN’s aim is to support the goals set forth in Newton’s Comprehensive Plan.

1. Housing

Support maintaining and creating the full spectrum of housing types to reflect and enhance the diversity of Newton’s population and neighborhoods..

2. Economic Development

Support Economic Development policies that retain and create businesses that contribute to the vitality of the community.

3. Development-Mixed use       

Support new development and redevelopment projects that are mixed use, compact, transit-oriented, and/or that minimize adverse environmental impacts.

4. Zoning

Support zoning ordinances that are clear and understandable. We encourage the City to consider new zoning practices in its ordinances.

Changes to existing positions under Zoning:

    • Add “regional” to “long range professional planning” position, p. 30
    • Delete off-street parking requirement, p. 30

A LWVN Transportation Review Committee / Study

The LWVN also voted to adopt the following local action priorities:

CPA/Observer Corps: Seek more volunteers at Annual Meeting with interest per topic, locale, or expertise.

Municipal Finance:

Observe and communicate activities of Board of Aldermen

Educate membership through Topic Meeting(s)

Lead collaboration with other LWVN committees regarding the municipal budget.

Housing:  Work with UCHAN and other housing organizations in the City in support of increasing the stock of affordable housing in Newton as well as advocating for projects that meet the goals of the Comprehensive Plan for good development in Newton.

Education:  Continued Research:  we will continue our exploration of feasible, beneficial and cost-neutral structural options for the Newton Public Schools, in an effort to extend the work of the CAG.  We plan to survey parents, with the expectation that this will foster open, public conversation.

Environmental Committee:

Waste Reduction

continue our efforts to improve recycling rates and reduce trash in Newton

work with the state league and local elected officials to expand the bottle bill and reduce plastic bag use

Storm Water and Sewers

support an increase in the sewer and stormwater surcharge rates to levels adequate for repair and maintenance

support prudent ways to encourage reduction of inflow into the sewers

educate through forums to explain principles and concepts of “surface area, water quality,” and related terms to encourage “low impact development”

Transportation

continue collaboration with Newton Safe Sidewalks and the Mayor’s Transportation Advisory Committee

begin education through forums on urban transportation planning terms and principles

Election Committee:

 Attend meetings of the Newton Election Commissioners.

Continue meetings with the Executive Secretary of the Election Commission to improve Poll Worker recruitment, training and evaluation.

 

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League of Women Voters of Newton, MA

1 week ago

League of Women Voters of Newton, MA
The League of Women Voters of Newton invites all community members to join us on Sunday, December 3, 2023, from 1:30-3:30pm, at the Waban Library Center (1608 Beacon Street, Newton), for an intimate gathering and book group discussion of one of the most banned books of the last two years, Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe.Whether you’ve read the book or not, come engage in a lively discussion of the book (and other books on banned books list), why it has caused so many schools and libraries to remove it from the shelves, whether LWVN or any League should take a position on book banning, and more.Following the discussion, we invite all to celebrate with us the holiday season and join in some holiday cheer.RSVPs to info@lwvnewton.org are appreciated!See the LWVN website for additional information and resources on banned books! ... See MoreSee Less

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League of Women Voters of Newton, MA

2 months ago

League of Women Voters of Newton, MA
National Voter Registration Day is Sept 19!Make sure you're #VoteReady in 2023 by checking your voter registration status on MA's online voter registration site, especially if you haven't voted in awhile or your life has included any of the following:🚚 a move💍 name change🇺🇸 new US citizenship🎂 an 18th birthdayAnd, this is a good day to remind your family, friends, and neighbors to register & vote in the upcoming local elections! ... See MoreSee Less
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League of Women Voters of Newton, MA

3 months ago

League of Women Voters of Newton, MA
In this month's episode of The League Presents, learn about the Village Center Overlay District Ordinance from Jennifer Caira – Deputy Director, Planning & Development Department and Councilor Deb Crossley – Chair Zoning & Planning Committee. ... See MoreSee Less

The League Presents - Zoning Redesign 111

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Marcia Johnson, Jennifer Cairo and Deb Crossley discuss the Newton Zoning Redesign.

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League of Women Voters of Newton, MA

3 months ago

League of Women Voters of Newton, MA
The preliminary election for Ward 2 and 6 is September 12. Mark your calendar and make your voting plan. Learn about the candidates and get voting information here: lwvnewton.org/2023/08/newton-preliminary-election-tuesday-september-12-2023/ ... See MoreSee Less

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League of Women Voters of Newton, MA

5 months ago

League of Women Voters of Newton, MA
In the last few days of Pride Month, check out these two informative programs by the League of Women Voters of Newton, MA1) The League Presents... Pride Month Edition - A Conversation with Newton Youth: lwvnewton.org/2023/06/the-league-presents-pride-month-edition-a-conversation-with-newton-youth/ 2) LGBTQ+ Backlash: What you can do to push back. View the recoding here: lwvnewton.org/2023/06/video-presentation-anti-lgbtqia-backlash-what-can-you-do-to-push-back/ ... See MoreSee Less

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