What is Civic Mirror?

Civic Mirror is a civic technology platform designed to make government easier to understand, research and engage with. It brings together information about elected offices, public spending, legislation, judicial decisions and civic events into a single, searchable interface. The goal is to reduce fragmentation and help people see how public institutions function in practice, not just in theory.

What problem is Civic Mirror trying to solve?

Most public information already exists, but it is scattered across dozens of websites, written in technical language, and difficult to connect across roles, agencies and decision-making processes. Civic Mirror focuses on aggregation, context and clarity — helping users understand who is responsible for what, how decisions are made, and how those decisions connect over time.

Is Civic Mirror affiliated with a political party or campaign?

No. Civic Mirror is designed as a non-partisan platform. It does not endorse candidates, promote political parties, or tell users what positions to take. The platform is structured to present primary information and sourced material, allowing users to draw their own conclusions.

How does Civic Mirror maintain neutrality?

Neutrality is addressed structurally rather than rhetorically. The platform surfaces original sources wherever possible, clearly labels summarised content, and allows users to view information through different lenses — including progressive, conservative or just the facts. The intent is transparency about framing, not hidden editorial judgement.

What kind of information does the platform include?

Depending on availability, Civic Mirror can include: lists of elected offices at state, county and local level; role descriptions explaining what each office is responsible for; budget and spending information tied to specific offices; legislative bills with plain-language summaries; judicial rulings categorised by case type; public calendars, meetings and livestream links; and evidence panels linking officials to sourced articles, rulings or statements. All content is designed to be navigable without requiring specialist political knowledge.

How does Civic Mirror use AI?

AI is used primarily to process large volumes of public information and convert complex material — such as legislation or court rulings — into readable summaries. The underlying source material remains available, and summaries are intended as entry points, not replacements for original documents.

How can users engage with elected officials through Civic Mirror?

Where verified contact information exists, Civic Mirror allows users to send structured, one-click emails to elected officials about legislation, votes or public actions. The platform also supports pre-written question prompts to help users engage constructively, especially those new to civic participation.

Does Civic Mirror collect or sell user data?

Civic Mirror is designed to minimise data collection. User profiles exist to support engagement features, but the platform is not built around targeted advertising or data monetisation. Long-term sustainability is being approached cautiously, with an emphasis on trust and public value.

What makes Civic Mirror different from existing civic or transparency tools?

Many existing tools focus on a single dimension — voting records, legislation, budgets or elections. Civic Mirror's differentiator is connection: linking roles, decisions, money, events and outcomes so users can see how individual actions fit into a broader system. The emphasis is on continuity rather than snapshots.

Who is Civic Mirror for?

Civic Mirror is for anyone who wants a clearer, more connected understanding of how government works — whether they are voting, researching an issue, attending meetings, or simply trying to stay informed about the institutions that affect their daily lives. It is designed to be usable by people with no prior expertise, while still supporting deeper exploration for advanced users.

What is the long-term vision for Civic Mirror?

The long-term goal is to create durable civic infrastructure — what Pecenica describes as connective tissue between the public and their representatives. Rather than focusing on individual election cycles or controversies, Civic Mirror aims to support ongoing engagement, accountability and institutional memory over time.

What's next for the platform?

Planned enhancements include candidate profiles alongside existing officeholders, improved issue-based filtering (e.g. environment, education, infrastructure), deeper legislative tracking across committees and voting stages, and expanded coverage beyond Indiana. Development is iterative, with user feedback shaping priorities.

Mariposa County

80 seats · 80 filled · 0 vacant

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	✎▶Seat CAND	TIP Name ⊘ AMA	Next Election
▶ School (10: 10 filled, 0 vacant)
+	School Board Member	(N) Stephen Foulkes	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	(N) Cathy Herrick	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	(N) Jack Roberts	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	(N) Susan Smartt	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	(N) Paul Zamoyta	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	(N) Wayne Forsythe	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	(N) Emily Hanchett	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	(N) Robert Hill	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	(N) Jenni Moore	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	(N) Bob Morse	Nov 3, 2026
▶ County (9: 9 filled, 0 vacant)
+	County Clerk	() Courtney Progner Morrow AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Auditor	() Luis Mercado	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Assessor	() Tammie Guenthart	Nov 3, 2026
+	Board of Supervisors Member	() Jenni Kiser	Nov 3, 2026
+	Board of Supervisors Member	() Miles Menetrey	Nov 3, 2026
+	Board of Supervisors Member	() Shannon Poe	Nov 3, 2026
+	Board of Supervisors Member	() Rosemarie Smallcombe	Nov 3, 2026
+	Board of Supervisors Member	() Danette Toso	Nov 3, 2026
+	Sheriff	() Jeremy Briese	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Judicial (2: 2 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Mariposa County Superior Court	() Anita Bryant	Nov 3, 2026
+	Mariposa County Superior Court	() Michael Fagalde	Nov 3, 2026
▶ State (5: 5 filled, 0 vacant)
+	CA Governor	(D) Gavin Newsom	Nov 3, 2026
	CA Attorney General	(D) Rob Bonta	Nov 3, 2026
+	CA Secretary of State	(D) Shirley Weber	Nov 3, 2026
	California Senate District 8	(D) Angelique Ashby AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	California State Assembly District 5	(R) Joe Patterson AMA	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Federal (37: 37 filled, 0 vacant)
	U.S. Representative — District 5	(R) Tom McClintock AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Fernando Aenlle-Rocha	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Monica Almadani	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Percy Anderson	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Jesus Bernal	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Andre Birotte Jr.	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Cormac Carney	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) David Carter	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Michelle Court	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Valerie Fairbank	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Dale Fischer	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Michael Fitzgerald	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Maame Frimpong	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Sherilyn Garnett	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	(N) Dolly Gee	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California	(N) Garland Burrell Jr.	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California	(N) Daniel Calabretta	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California	(N) Dena Coggins	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California	(N) Dale Drozd	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) William Alsup	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) Saundra Armstrong	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) Charles Breyer	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) Edward Chen	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) Maxine Chesney	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) Vince Chhabria	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) Jacqueline Corley	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) Edward Davila	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) James Donato	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	(N) Beth Freeman	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California	(N) Michael Anello	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California	(N) Cynthia Bashant	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California	(N) Anthony Battaglia	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California	(N) Cathy Bencivengo	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California	(N) Roger Benitez	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California	(N) Benjamin Cheeks	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California	(N) Gonzalo Curiel	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Special (17: 17 filled, 0 vacant)
+	John C. Fremont Healthcare District	() Jesse Bullis	Nov 3, 2026
+	John C. Fremont Healthcare District	() Craig Burchfiel	Nov 3, 2026
+	John C. Fremont Healthcare District	() Rose Fluharty	Nov 3, 2026
+	John C. Fremont Healthcare District	() Teresa Johnson	Nov 3, 2026
+	John C. Fremont Healthcare District	() Wendy Ryder-Priola	Nov 3, 2026
+	Lake Don Pedro Community Services District	() Dan Johnson	Nov 3, 2026
+	Lake Don Pedro Community Services District	() Roy Phillips	Nov 3, 2026
+	Lake Don Pedro Community Services District	() Emery Ross	Nov 3, 2026
+	Lake Don Pedro Community Services District	() Mary Smith	Nov 3, 2026
+	Lake Don Pedro Community Services District	() Russell Warren	Nov 3, 2026
+	Mariposa Public Utility District	() Bill Bondshu	Nov 3, 2026
+	Mariposa Public Utility District	() Michael Cleary	Nov 3, 2026
+	Mariposa Public Utility District	() Gordon Dulcich	Nov 3, 2026
+	Mariposa Public Utility District	() Frank Mock	Nov 3, 2026
+	Mariposa Public Utility District	() Michael Wichman	Nov 3, 2026
+	Yosemite Alpine Community Services District	() Charles Barry Green	Nov 3, 2026
+	Yosemite Alpine Community Services District	() Timothy Mcginty	Nov 3, 2026

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