The LWV Greenwich invites the community to its 2025 Annual Meeting and Dinner on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Riverside Yacht Club.
The evening will begin with the Annual Meeting for LWV Greenwich members from 5:30 to 6:30pm, followed by cocktails at 6:30pm and dinner at 7:00pm for members and guests.
This year’s keynote speaker is Margarita Alban, Chair of the Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission, who will present “My Mother’s Lessons: Building Trust through Conversation and Transparency.”
In her remarks, Ms. Alban will discuss the importance of bringing all stakeholders together to build answers. She will focus on including and respecting diverse viewpoints, leading to better outcomes.
The evening will also honor three individuals whose leadership and dedication reflect the mission and spirit of LWV Greenwich:
• Sandy Waters, the 2024 Mary Award honoree, has spent nearly 50 years strengthening the Greenwich community through advocacy, leadership, and volunteerism. Under her presidency, LWV Greenwich has expanded its reach and modernized its operations. She has also made a lasting impact on the Greenwich Board of Education, the YMCA, and other civic institutions, demonstrating visionary leadership rooted in public service and
excellence.
• Nancy Duffy, the recipient of the 2025 Burnett Award, has been a dynamic volunteer in Greenwich for more than four decades. In addition to her service on the LWV Greenwich Board, she has contributed her leadership to the Bruce Museum, Greenwich Library Friends, Round Hill Association, and SNAC. A former educator and business executive, Nancy exemplifies a lifelong commitment to civic engagement, education, and the arts.
• Margarita Alban, who will receive the 2024 Community Impact Award, has served on the Planning and Zoning Commission since 2006 and as Chair since 2018. She is widely respected for fostering transparency, civil public discourse, and effective governance. Her inclusive approach to leadership reflects the League’s values of open dialogue and community empowerment. She exemplifies the League’s mission to strengthen democracy at the local level.
These awards celebrate individuals who go above and beyond to strengthen democracy, promote civic participation, and inspire those around them.
All are welcome — members, non-members and friends.
Register for the event HERE.
For more information about the awards, including recipient bios and a list of past honorees, please visit the LWV’s awards page.