The League of Women Voters of the San Juans reminds all San Juan County residents that there will be a Feb. 9, 2016 mail-in election on propositions from School Districts on Lopez, Orcas and San Juan Islands, and from the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District. Be sure to make your voice heard by voting by Feb. 9.

Ballots were mailed beginning January 18.

The following propositions are on the ballot:

• San Juan Island School District #149

Proposition No. 1

Capital Levy for School Facilities & Technology

• Orcas Island School District #137

Proposition No. 1

Replacement Educational Maintenance and Operations Levy

• Lopez Island School District #144

Proposition No. 1

Technology Capital Projects Levy

• Orcas Island Park & Recreation District

Proposition No. 1

Concerning Park & Recreation funding

The League of Women Voters does not endorse candidates or political parties, but does encourage informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, influences public policy through education and advocacy, and does take stands on issues after study and consensus.

For further information about the Feb. 9 election, go to wa.gov/county/sanjuan/, or email elections@sanjuanco.com or phone (360) 378-3357.

League of Women Voters of the San Juans