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Citizens Not Politicians Campaign has begun

Fair Districts Logo_1120.pngThis is a a campaign to create a non-partisan districting committee made up of citizens. Currently Ohio is operating within an extremely gerrymandered plan that has been ruled unconstitutional by our Supreme Court. Endorsed by retired Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor and many good government organizations like Common Cause and the League of Women Voters, Ohioans want to remove the districting from the hands of politicians and allow citizens to make these important decisions.

Petitions will be available at the WCC or LWV offices.

How can you support voter rights with this plan?

Past Forums

Forum Focused on An Update on Restoring A Critical Legal Tool for Protecting Ohioans from Air Pollution

Two Environmental Attorneys, David Altman and Justin Newman, Explain Why The EPA Air Nuisance Rule Is So Essential

March 7, 2024

.After a four-year absence, the EPA Air Nuisance Rule is being restored in Ohio. At the next Community Issues Forum on March 7th, David Altman and Justin Newman, two attorneys who work with citizens to protect the environment, will explain why this legal process is such an essential tool for eliminating air pollution in Ohio’s communities. They will urge Forum attendees to contact the EPA in support of this policy. For more information call 513-721-2180, ext.  112 or email jodonnell@environlaw.com

Forum Focused on An Update on Local Initiatives to Address Gun Violence in Cincinnati

February 22, 2024

An update on local initiatives to address gun violence in Cincinnati- A panel comprised of leaders of local programs aimed at diminishing gun violence will be led by Jack Jose of Christ Church Cathedral
The next Community Issues Forum at Christ Church Cathedral on February 22nd will provide an update on efforts to diminish and eventually end gun violence in Cincinnati. A panel comprised of Carole Womeldorf, Secretary of the Board of the Community Peace Builders Network, Te Airea Powell, of Peace and Hope Life Style and President of the East Westwood Civic Association, and Jack Jose, leader of Christ Church Cathedral’s Gun Violence Prevention Working Group will address this critical issue.  The panel will also discuss a proposed new initiative that has worked well in several other cities.

Forum Focused on Homelessness And Affordable Housing Concerns In 2024

February 8, 2024

Homelessness And Affordable Housing Concerns In 2024- An Update By Josh Spring, Executive Director Of The Greater Cincinnati Homeless Coalition 
As we begin February, 2024, how are critical issues such as homelessness and affordable housing faring in Cincinnati? What are the immediate concerns that must be addressed? At the next Community Issues Forum, Josh Spring, Executive Director of the Greater Cincinnati Homeless Coalition, will address these questions. This Forum takes place at Christ Church Cathedral and via Zoom on Thursday,  February 8th at 12:00 Noon

Forum Focused on An Update on City Government and Hamilton County Government

January 25, 2024

What are the issues confronting Cincinnati City Council and the Hamilton County Commissioners in 2024 and beyond! At the next Zoom Community Issues Forum, Commissioner Denise Driehaus  and Vice Mayor Jan Michele Kearney will review the problems and policy questions that must be dealt with in the coming months.

This Forum takes place at Christ Church Cathedral on Thursday January 25th at 12:00-noon. As usual, time will be made available for questions and comments, and attendees may bring their lunch or purchase a box lunch at the Forum.