During the legislative session (January to March this year), legislators host public forums or town hall meetings back in their districts on Fridays and Saturdays to give the people they represent a chance to be heard.  

They are usually very informal, you can ask questions, and there is usually time before and after to talk one-on-one. 

This is a great opportunity to meet your legislators, learn more about how they feel about issues, and get YOUR issues in front of your legislators! 

For tips on attending a forum, click here.

Summer Town Hall Meetings
updated 7/23/2010

Click here to view local forums held by Senate Democrats.
Only the Senate Democrats currently have an online listing of forums - we'll post other links if/when available.

Saturday, July 24 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Des Moines, Iowa
State Capitol (West Terrace)
20th Anniversary Celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Advocacy organizations have planned educational activities, and the ADA's chief sponsor US Senator Tom Harkin will speak. Other public officials have been invited to speak. The event is co-sponsored by the Olmstead Consumer Task Force.

Monday, July 26 (Noon)
Bloomfield, Iowa
Uncle Bob's, 203 Weaver Road
Town Hall meeting with Republican candidate for Governor/former Governor Terry Branstad and running mate Kim Reynolds.  The event is free and open to the public - so invite your family and friends.  

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 (9 a.m.)
Story City, Iowa (site not listed) 
Coffee Talk with Senator Rich Olive's Coffee Talk