Observer Corps

Learn about local issues through the LWV of Hingham Observer Corps.

The Reinstated Observer Corps!.  About Observer Corps.

The Reinstated Observer Corps!

We are excited to announce that Observer Corps has been reinstated! We currently have 15 members trained in the Observer Corps. Participants will be attending, observing and updating us on various town boards and committee meetings. If you are interested in volunteering or participating in this wonderful group, please email obcorp@hingham.ma.lwvnet.org.

About Observer Corps

One of the most valuable services a local League can offer its members, and often the community, is to observe municipal boards and committees. For many years the LWV of Hingham had a very active Observer Corps. At the most recent LWV of Hingham Annual Meeting members expressed an interest in organizing one again.

Participation in the Observer Corps is an excellent way for members to learn about local issues and share this information with League members through Bulletin articles and League meetings. Observers' reports are factual and non-judgmental, present various sides of an issue and are intended to help members to be well-informed before making any decisions concerning possible League or individual action.

Those interested in participating will determine how many Hingham boards and committees are covered. A letter from the LWV of Hingham Board to those town committees, will introduce League Observers, explaining that the League, a non-partisan, citizen education organization that encourages informed participation of citizens, will have representatives attending their meetings only to observe and take notes. Among the town committees that are usually of greatest interest are:

- Board of Selectman

- School Committee

- Planning Board

- Advisory Committee

Others may be added, based on member interest and participation.

Representing the Hingham League as a member of the Observer Corps involves a commitment to regular attendance at committee meetings, and careful note-taking. If time is a concern, there may be more than one Observer who shares coverage regularly.

We are always looking for more participation. If you are interested in participating, please email obcorp@hingham.ma.lwvnet.org.

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