Many people active in their neighborhood association probably need no further encouragement to vote on November 7.

However, many people don't know who's running in the fall elections in Mecklenburg County and elsewhere in North Carolina. To that end, I am trying to get the word out about a new non-commercial North Carolina voter web site, www.yallvote.com. I want to stress that we do not make any money off the web site (nor do we even attempt to), we don't support a particular candidate or ideology and we're not promoting anything other than increased civic participation.

I would appreciate you considering a mention of the site at your next neighborhood meeting. And tell your friends and neighbors if you think they'd find it useful.

I think you'll find that the site contains a comprehensive list of web sites for candidates running for North Carolina state and Mecklenburg County offices. Other features include links to voter registration forms, a blog to discuss voter turnout, an ''Election Alarm Clock'' reminder, and links to other relevant sites.

I hope this site will help in some small way come November 7.