Presentation on independent maps amendment Sunday

The Case for the Independent Maps Amendment is the topic of a presentation at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, at the Stevenson Center on Democracy, 25200 N. St. Mary's Road, Mettawa. Lori Lightfoot, trial attorney and partner with Mayer Brown, will speak on the need for reform of the rules and process for drawing Illinois legislative districts in a transparent, fair and impartial manner. Independent Maps is a nonpartisan, statewide organization. Cost is $15. The program is free for students who register at info@stevensoncenterondemocracy.org. Coffee and conversation will follow. Visit www.stevensoncenterondemocracy.org/events.html or call (773) 633-5661.