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Date: 5/24/2024
Subject: Friday Update, May 24
From: League of Women Voters of Dallas

Friday Update

May 24, 2024

Prepare to be a Voter!

Early voting for the May 28 Primary Runoff begins on May 20 through May 24 with the Election Day on May 28, 2024.

Prepare to be a voter!

Check your Voter Registration Status here. If you need to register or update your registration, find out how on our website
If eligible to vote by mail, see the article below for more information
Visit Vote411.org to view a nonpartisan voters guide and sample ballot
Find answers to more questions by using the voting resources on our website
Get nonpartisan voting reminders by texting VOTERINFO to 80123 or by visiting the LWVTX website

How to Vote by Mail for the May 28 Election

In Texas you must apply to vote by mail every year. Dallas County Elections Department can receive applications beginning on January 1. The deadline to apply for the May 28 election is May 10, but we advise that you send your application early to allow for potential delays by mail.

Please go to our website, LWVDallas.org/Vote_By_Mail or the LWV Texas website for information about Ballot by Mail.

You can vote by mail in Texas if you are:

65 years or older
Sick or disabled
Out of the country during early voting and Election Day
Expecting to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day
In jail but otherwise eligible to vote

Please note that the application forms are available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese from the Dallas County Elections Department's Vote by Mail page. https://www.dallascountyvotes.org/vote-by-mail/

Want to track your Ballot by Mail? Click here to use the Texas Secretary of State's Ballot by Mail Tracker.

Want a video explanation of the Ballot by Mail process? Watch these LWVTX videos.

Tips for filling out the Ballot by Mail application (1:08 minutes)
Tips for voting by mail (4:46 minutes)
Who can vote by mail in Texas? (42 seconds)
How to vote by mail Texas style (5:57 minutes)

Welcome to our new Board of Directors, elected at the May 18th Annual Meeting! The Annual Meeting was a success. We applauded our outgoing board members for their hard work and service, and we presented awards to our members Dr. Nia MacKay, Jennifer Markley, Kelly Martin, Ian Seamans, Patricia Irene Muñoz, and Libbie Terrell Lee. Besides conducting important League business, we also discussed exciting goals for the upcoming year.

Nominations Open for 2025 LWVD Awards

Dear Members,

As we stride into 2025, the League of Women Voters of Dallas is excited to announce nominations for two esteemed awards recognizing individuals who have profoundly impacted our community: The Making Democracy Work Award and the Eleanor Sutherland Volunteer Award. Both awards will be presented at the 28th Annual League of Women Voters of Dallas Luncheon in February 2025.

The Making Democracy Work Award honors those who champion democracy and civic engagement in Dallas. Past recipients have advanced voter rights and amplified underrepresented voices, leaving lasting impressions on our community.

Similarly, the Eleanor Sutherland Volunteer Award acknowledges individuals whose volunteer efforts have left enduring marks on our organization and community. Named after Eleanor Sutherland, this award celebrates those embodying her dedication to societal betterment.

Nominees for these awards should have a significant history of leadership initiatives and contributions to democracy and community impact.

Let's honor the unsung heroes among us by nominating those whose remarkable efforts deserve recognition. Submit nominations for the Making Democracy Work or Eleanor Sutherland Volunteer Awards to spotlight their extraordinary contributions.

Click here for the Making Democracy Work Award nomination form, and click here for the Eleanor Sutherland Volunteer Award nomination form. The deadline for submissions is April 31, 2024. For inquiries, contact Cecilia McKay at info@lwvdallas.org. Together, let's celebrate the power of community leadership and volunteerism in shaping a more just, equitable, and vibrant democracy.

Candidate Forums

The May 28 primary runoff is coming up soon! In preparation, LWVD co-sponsored a forum with the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce (NDCC). A recording of the event will be posted on the NDCC Facebook page after the event. Information about how to watch or attend the forums is below:

Dallas County Sheriff Democratic Primary Runoff Candidate Forum on May 8, 12:00PM - 1:00PM. Co-sponsored with NDCC. Click here to register to attend in-person or click here to view the event live on Facebook.

A candidate forum is a public meeting in which two or more of the candidates for office present their views in short individual speeches in response to moderator questions.

The League of Women Voters never supports or opposes any political party or political candidate. Forums sponsored by LWVD, or in which LWVD participates are nonpartisan and ensure that all participating candidates are treated fairly and equally.

Volunteer to Help Distribute The Voter!

LWVD is in need of a volunteer to help print and mail our monthly member-only Voter newsletter to individuals who do not, or cannot get online. Click here to get more information and sign up for the early May volunteering opportunity! The volunteer work can be done from home or the LWVD office depending on your preference.

Observer Corps

Observers attend meetings to learn about issues and take notes for the community. They keep residents informed while holding officials accountable. Whether you attend in person or virtually, any member can participate. Visit the Observer Corps webpage for more information and resources, including the report form.

Upcoming Meetings:

Dallas County Commissioners Court - First and third Tuesdays at 9 a.m.

View agendas and watch the livestream here. Sign up to volunteer here.

Dallas City Council Meeting - First and third Wednesdays at 9 a.m.

View agendas and watch the livestream here. Sign up to volunteer here.

Dallas ISD Board Meeting - Fourth Thursdays at 6 p.m.

View agendas and watch the livestream here. Sign up to volunteer here.

Questions? Email our Co-VP of Advocacy, Ashley Washington at advocacyvp@lwvdallas.org

Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.

League of Women Voters of Dallas

6060 N. Central Expwy, Ste #500

Dallas, Texas 75206