Austin Founder Lions Club

Dive into Democracy: A Lively Look at the 88th & Beyond!

  • 07 Sep 2023
  • 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
  • TSBVI, 1100 W 45th Street, Building 605, Austin TX 78756

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Dive into Democracy: A Lively Look at the 88th & Beyond!

WHEN: Thursday September 7, 2023  11:45 AM
WHERE: Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
1100 W 45th Street, Building 605, Austin TX 78756

and via Zoom (see below)


 State Representative Vikki Goodwin
Introduced by Lion Beth Guillot

Join us for a spirited journey through the twists and turns of the 88th legislative session, including the unmissable special sessions. Curious about the upcoming constitutional amendments on the November ballot? We've got you covered! This talk promises not only insights but also a splash of fun as we unravel all things legislature. Bring your burning questions and let's demystify democracy together!

About our Speaker:

Vikki Goodwin is serving her third term representing Texas House District 47 in Western Travis County which includes parts of Austin, Bee Cave and Lake Travis. In her three sessions, she has focused on supporting public schools, addressing health and public safety issues, and helping small businesses.

In her third session, four of her bills became law. Two of the laws, the Natalia Cox Act and Cati’s Act, both resulted from tragedies and both intend to prevent other families from going through similar tragedies. Another law expands Acudetox, a non-pharmaceutical mental health therapy, and her fourth law created the Texas Food System Security and Resiliency Planning Council.

Rep. Goodwin works across the aisle for sound policy that benefits the people of Texas.

In addition to raising a family in Southwest Austin, Vikki operates a small business and is a residential real estate broker. Over the years, Vikki has been involved in her community, volunteering on boards and with various organizations, including Rotary Club Southwest Austin, Impact Austin and the Shady Hollow HOA. Through her involvement, Vikki understands the issues that matter most to the residents of District 47.

Vikki grew up in Dallas, and moved to Austin in 1985 to attend the University of Texas, graduating with a BBA. She continued on to earn her masters, MPA, from the LBJ School of Public Affairs in 1991.

Notice

For the safety and wellbeing of our members, guests, and TSBVI hosts, masks are required when entering and leaving the building all the way to and from the conference room, and are optional when inside the room itself. TSBVI requests we take this precaution for their students, many of whom are medically fragile.

Lunch is available for $14.00 Please register so we know how much to order. 

  • Assorted sandwiches: Turkey & Gruyere; Turkey & Provolone; Roast Beef and Swiss; Smoked Ham & Swiss; Curried Chicken Salad.
  • Sandwich with Gluten Free Bread (Turkey & Provolone and/or Smoked Ham & Swiss).
  • Vegetarian Sandwich (Egg Salad and/or Cheese Combo).
  • Chef Salad with ham & turkey.

All sandwiches come with lettuce and tomato. Mustard and mayo on the side.

If you wish to attend the meeting remotely, you must be signed into a Zoom account. If you don't already have a Zoom account, go to https://zoom.us/signup and sign up for a free account. 

How to Attend this meeting via Zoom using your computer:

On your emailed reminder to this meeting, click the link to automatically join the meeting. (If you haven't used Zoom before, it will download and install the necessary software.)Click the button "Open Zoom Meeting". Follow the prompts to join the meeting (you do not need a camera to attend)

How to Attend this meeting via Zoom using your smartphone:

If you haven't already, using your smartphone, go to the Apple AppStore or Google Play and download the Zoom app.On your emailed invitation to this meeting, click the link to automatically join the meeting. Follow the prompts to join the meeting (you do not need to connect the camera to attend)If it asks, tap on Call using Internet Audio.


Please register by 5 p.m. on Tuesday

We order meals based on your reservations and must pay for them even if you do not show up.
If you need to change or cancel your reservation, please call 512-441-1555.

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Remember that the speed limit at TSBVI is 10 mph.

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