Join Thrive Alliance, the League of Women Voters of North & Central San Mateo County, and the League of Women Voters of South San Mateo County for San Mateo County Ballot Propositions: Pros & Cons, a nonpartisan look at what's on your November ballot on Thursday, October 8, 1:00-2:30 pm.

Ballot propositions can be confusing, and the ads and mailers rarely help. This session cuts through the noise. League speakers will break down each proposition in plain language: what it would do, what happens if it passes or fails, the strongest arguments for and against, and who's backing each side. Its Pros & Cons presentations have been a trusted, nonpartisan resource for decades, so you get the facts and make up your own mind.

Whether you're a first-time voter, a nonprofit leader helping your community make sense of the ballot, or someone who wants to feel ready before filling out your mail-in ballot, this session is for you. Come with questions. We'll leave time for Q&A at the end.

Speaker Bios 

Lisa Conrad: Lisa is a self-employed residential architect and longtime League member for nearly 38 years. She has served the League of Women Voters of South San Mateo County in numerous leadership roles, including two terms as President (1993–1995 and 2011–2013), and currently serves as VP of Administration. Lisa has also served on the boards of several other local non-profit organizations. She and her husband, Jamie, a 30-year League member, live in Menlo Park, and have a daughter based in Humboldt County.

Kathy Wheeler: Kathy Wheeler is the co-director of Voter Service for LWV North & Central San Mateo County. She has been a league member since 2016. During national election years, she is responsible for the Pros&Cons presentations done both virtually and in person for LWV NCSMC.