Hello. The Secretary of State's Office is once again requesting the assistance of libraries to help raise public awareness. Today's request is about the opportunity for Michiganders to serve on the first-ever Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission. We hope you will share the following newsletter/website message and social media messages through your own communication channels. I've also attached a flyer that we're hoping you will consider posting inside your building. NOTE: Some residents may need to use library computers when applying to serve on the commission and we are so grateful libraries offer this community service. Should anyone approach your staff with questions about the commission, please direct them to RedistrictingMichigan.org<http://www.redistrictingmichigan.org/> where we have provided a wealth of information about what it means to be a commissioner. As always, thank you so much for helping us raise public awareness. Newsletter/website message Apply now to make our elections fair Now through June 1, 2020, you can apply<http://www.redistrictingmichigan.org> to serve as one of 13 commissioners on the first-ever Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission. Last November, Michigan voters decisively supported the "Voters Not Politicians" constitutional amendment that makes a commission of 13 randomly-selected citizens - not elected politicians, consultants or lobbyists - responsible for drawing fair and representative district lines for the Michigan Senate, Michigan House of Representatives and U.S. Congress. The commission is a historic opportunity for Michigan voters to draw electoral maps and give us more impartial elections. All eligible Michigan citizens are encouraged to apply to serve on the commission, which does not require any special skills or expertise. The constitution simply requires that each commissioner performs his or her duties impartially and with integrity. The application takes about 15 minutes to complete, and commissioners will be compensated about $40,000 for their service. Commissioners will be randomly selected from the pool of eligible applicants in the summer of 2020 and will gather input from the public as well as census data to determine electoral district maps which will take effect for the 2022 elections. You can apply today or learn more at RedistrictingMichigan.org<http://www.redistrictingmichigan.org>. Social Media Posts Twitter Have you heard? Applications are open for the MI Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission! Apply today: RedistrictingMichigan.org<http://www.redistrictingmichigan.org> #MapMichigansFuture @MichSoS Do you want to help end partisan gerrymandering? Do you believe in transparent and fair government? Apply to serve on the MI Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission today at RedistrictingMichigan.org<http://www.redistrictingmichigan.org> to #MapMichigansFuture @MichSoS If you want to make a difference in Michigan's democracy, consider applying to serve on the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission. You can learn more and apply today at RedistrictingMichigan.org<http://www.redistrictingmichigan.org> #MapMichigansFuture Facebook For the first time ever, the power to draw fair and representative election districts in Michigan will be in the hands of citizens and you can be part of it. Apply today to serve on the Michigan Independent Citizens Commission - no special expertise necessary. Help map Michigan's future. You'll make a difference and be compensated for your service. Visit RedistrictingMichigan.org<http://www.redistrictingmichigan.org> today! @MichSoS Last November millions of Michigan voters amended our constitution to end partisan gerrymandering. Now is the time to apply and participate to #MapMichigansFuture. Visit RedistrictingMichigan.org<http://www.redistrictingmichigan.org> today! @MichSoS Sample Social Media Graphics Please tag us on Twitter at @MichSoS, Instagram at @michigansos and Facebook at @michigansos. [A screenshot of a cell phone Description automatically generated] [A screenshot of a cell phone Description automatically generated] [A screenshot of a cell phone Description automatically generated] [A screenshot of a cell phone Description automatically generated] Cathleen P. Simlar Communications Specialist Michigan Department of State Office: (517) 335-3263 Cell: (248) 761-7145 Email: SimlarC@Michigan.gov<mailto:SimlarC@Michigan.gov> Join My Professional network on LinkedIn<blocked::http://www.linkedin.com/pub/cathleen-simlar/18/798/235>