June 1, 2011 -- DINNER: The Fine Art of Redistricting in Washington State
Did you know that The Census 2010 population count indicated that Washington has just over 6.7 million residents? With our significant growth, Washington will have a 10th congressional seat.
Join us June 1st for dinner as Lura J. Powell, Ph.D., Chair of the Washington State Redistricting Commission, talks about redrawing the boundaries for each of the state’s 49 legislative and ten congressional districts. The unique organization is formed once every ten years in conjunction with the taking of the US Census. Learn about the recently appointed 2011 Commission and their bipartisan approach to accomplishing redistricting.
RSVP via email by Tuesday, May 31, at 12:00 pm. Members: $25; Guests of Members: $30; General Public: $35. Pre-payment is required and no-shows will be billed.
Wine reception starts at 6:00, dinner at 6:45, and the program at 7:00 pm.
This program coordinated by Nancy Davis.
