LWVST In Studio Monday

COVINGTON (February 15, 2013) – In preparation for the upcoming legislative session, the League of Women Voters of St. Tammany (LWVST) has invited St. Tammany area legislators to speak at their monthly meeting in February.  The League meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 28, at 6:30 p.m. at the Louisiana Heart Hospital cafeteria in Lacombe.  Confirmed legislators to date are Senator Ben Nevers and Representatives Tim Burns, Kevin Pearson, and Scott Simon.

The meeting is free to attend for League members as well as the general public, and an optional dinner is being held at 5:30 p.m. for a nominal fee. Dinner reservations are not required, but are suggested and may be made by clicking on the event listed in the spotlight at the League's website at http://lwvofst.org. <http://lwvofst.org>
According to Sandra Slifer, LWVST President, the legislators will discuss their objectives and proposed legislation for the upcoming session which begins April 8.

"Some bills have already been pre-filed and Governor Jindal's tax proposal is sure to have a lot of supporters and opponents,” said Slifer.  “ People in St. Tammany are more engaged this year than ever because of the changes at Southeast Louisiana Hospital and the revelations about the Coroner's office. “

“There are still legal issues concerning the education and retirement legislation that was passed last year,” said Slifer. “Good government requires public participation and the League has been doing grass-roots voter education and advocacy for 93 years. We have built a solid reputation for being able to bring people and government together to work towards solutions."

The February 28th event is the second in a series of monthly League membership/public meetings to be held during 2013 in an effort to reach out to both members and the public to address topics of interest in the community. The League of Women Voters of St. Tammany is the visible leader and “go-to” resource for developing informed and engaged citizens on issues affecting their community. It is an inclusive organization of women and men that promotes an informed and active participation of citizens in the governmental process through education and advocacy. For more information about the League, please visit our website at http://lwvofst.org or contact Slifer at 985-875-9388<tel:985-875-9388>.