The next Northwest Valley Democrats meeting will feature a special presentation by Cathy Sigmon, co director of Civic Engagement Beyond Voting (CEBV). Sigmon will review the pros and cons of nine statewide ballot propositions and provide voters with essential information to help them evaluate whether to retain 72 judges currently serving on the Arizona Supreme Court, Arizona Court of Appeals, and County Superior Courts. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 14, at the Sun City West Foundation Building, 14465 R.H. Johnson Blvd., Sun City West. Doors open at 6:00 pm; the meeting begins at 6:30 pm. This event is open to the public. Please RSVP at https://www.northwestvalleydemocrats.com under Events. Many voters “undervote” on ballot measures or judicial retention—often because they do not recognize the candidates, feel uncertain about a proposition, or lack time to research judicial performance. Skipping these sections of the ballot means giving up the opportunity to shape policy, strengthen institutions, and support positive change. CEBV’s presentation will equip attendees with clear, accessible information so they can confidently complete every part of their ballot. CEBV, an Indivisible affiliated grassroots and nonpartisan organization, empowers Arizonans to make their voices heard at the local level. CEBV provides voters with practical tools to engage meaningfully on the issues that matter most to them. Founded by a small group of women after the 2016 federal election, CEBV began by helping residents navigate the Arizona Legislature’s Request to Speak (RTS) system. Since then, the organization has expanded its work to include tracking legislative activity, training voters to provide testimony, and developing programs such as the Youth Fellowship and High School Voter Registration initiativ
