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.

Franklin County

138 seats · 138 filled · 0 vacant

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	✎▶Seat CAND	TIP Name ⊘ AMA	Next Election
▶ Township (40: 40 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Bath Township Trustee	() Mike Ferman 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Bath Township Board Member 1	() Roy Chesnut 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Bath Township Board Member 2	() Jerry Mergenthal 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Bath Township Board Member 3	() Gregory Rosenberger 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Blooming Grove Township Board Member 1	() Brent E Shepler	Nov 3, 2026
+	Blooming Grove Township Board Member 2	() Neil Whittington	Nov 3, 2026
+	Brookville Township Board Member 1	() Roger Bommer	Nov 3, 2026
+	Brookville Township Board Member 2	() Gary Dorrel 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Brookville Township Board Member 3	() Cindy Hall 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Butler Township Board Member 1	() Andrew Giegold	Nov 3, 2026
+	Butler Township Board Member 2	() Teresa Fledderman	Nov 3, 2026
+	Butler Township Board Member 3	() Melvin Pulskamp	Nov 3, 2026
+	Fairfield Township Board Member 1	() Arissa Beck	Nov 3, 2026
+	Fairfield Township Board Member 1	() Christlieb Kurtis	Nov 3, 2026
+	Fairfield Township Board Member 2	(D) Delores Dobbs	Nov 3, 2026
+	Fairfield Township Board Member 3	(D) Laura Hodapp	Nov 3, 2026
+	Highland Township Board Member 1	() Steve Haas	Nov 3, 2026
+	Highland Township Board Member 2	() Michael Hoog	Nov 3, 2026
+	Highland Township Board Member 3	() Michael Kohlsdorf	Nov 3, 2026
+	Laurel Township Board Member 1	() Lewis Combs 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Laurel Township Board Member 2	() Jordan Cox 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Laurel Township Board Member 3	() Jim Meyers 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Metamora Township Board Member 1	() Gary Baker 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Metamora Township Board Member 2	() Larry Ferman 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Metamora Township Board Member 3	() Scott Lyle 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Posey Township Board Member 1	() R Hollars	Nov 3, 2026
+	Posey Township Board Member 2	() Marie Hunter	Nov 3, 2026
+	Posey Township Board Member 3	() Roger McQueen	Nov 3, 2026
+	Ray Township Board Member 1	() Lawrence Bedel	Nov 3, 2026
+	Ray Township Board Member 2	() Dolores Grieship	Nov 3, 2026
+	Ray Township Board Member 3	() Jerome Lamping	Nov 3, 2026
+	Salt Creek Township Board Member 1	() Bernard Meyer	Nov 3, 2026
+	Salt Creek Township Board Member 2	() Sean Vicente	Nov 3, 2026
+	Salt Creek Township Board Member 3	() Kathryn Walmsley	Nov 3, 2026
+	Springfield Township Board Member 1	() Cecil Bruns	Nov 3, 2026
+	Springfield Township Board Member 2	() Jeffery Dorrel	Nov 3, 2026
+	Springfield Township Board Member 3	() Ervin Roberts	Nov 3, 2026
+	Whitewater Township Board Member 1	() Larry Bolser 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Whitewater Township Board Member 2	() Rosie Goodin 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Whitewater Township Board Member 3	() Dee Harding 1	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Municipal (24: 24 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Brookville Town Council Seat 2	(R) Ethan Orschell 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Council Seat 3	(R) John Estridge 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Council Seat 4	(R) Rebecca Beesley 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Clerk-Treasurer	() Jonna Brewer 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Clerk-Treasurer	(D) Gina Gillman 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Clerk-Treasurer	() Marsha Hall	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Clerk-Treasurer	() Nora Hundley 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Clerk-Treasurer	() Katelyn Hunter 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Council Seat 1	() Bridget C Hayes 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Council Member - 1	() John Estridge	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Council Member - 3	() Rebecca Beesley	Nov 2, 2027
+	Brookville Town Council Member - 5	() Ethan Orschell	Nov 2, 2027
+	Cedar Grove Town Council Seat 1	() Dennis Brown 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Cedar Grove Town Council Seat 2	() Jason Burkle 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Cedar Grove Town Council Seat 3	() Tom Brown 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Laurel Town Council Seat 1	() Adam Hornsby 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Laurel Town Council Seat 2	() Danielle Roberts 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Laurel Town Council Seat 3	() Linda S Adams 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Laurel Town Council Seat 4	() Rebecca Jones 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Laurel Town Council Seat 5	() Tracy Dean Brumfiel 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mount Carmel Town Council Seat 2	() Richard Ellis	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mount Carmel Town Council Seat 3	() Robert Hoffman	Nov 2, 2027
+	Oldenburg Town Council Seat 1	() Brian Clagg 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Oldenburg Town Council Seat 3	() David Wahman 1	Nov 2, 2027
▶ School (20: 20 filled, 0 vacant)
+	School Board Member Dist 1	(N) Gregg A Burris	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member Dist 2	(N) Kim Simonson	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member Dist 4	(N) Jessica V Brennan	Nov 3, 2026
+	Batesville Community School Corporation Seat 1	() Stephanie Davidson	Nov 2, 2027
+	Batesville Community School Corporation Seat 2	() Larry Merkel	Nov 2, 2027
+	Batesville Community School Corporation Seat 4	() Blaine Timonera	Nov 2, 2027
+	Batesville Community School Corporation Seat 5	() Sean Townsley	Nov 2, 2027
+	Center Township (Union)	(N) Matthew Snyder	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Community School Board Dist 1	(N) Gregg Burris	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Community School Corporation At-large	() Beth Foster 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Community School Corporation At-large	(N) Jeremy P Raver	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Community School Corporation At-large 2	() Kevin Kaiser 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Franklin County Community School Corporation At-large 3	() Brandy Wilson 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Franklin County Community School Corporation District 1	() Francis Brumback 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Franklin County Community School Corporation District 2	() Rick Gill 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Franklin County Community School Corporation District 3	(N) Kati Holman 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Franklin County Community School Corporation District 4	(N) Jessica Brennan 1	Nov 2, 2027
+	Harmony Township (Union)	(N) Mallory Helton	Nov 3, 2026
+	Harrison Township (Union)	(N) Drew Ewing	Nov 3, 2026
+	School Board Member	() Jeremy Raver	Nov 3, 2026
▶ County (17: 17 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Franklin County Commissioner District 2	(R) John J Heis 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Commissioner District 3	(R) Jeff Koch 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Sheriff	() Peter Cates 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Prosecutor	() Chris Huerkamp 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Clerk	() Neysa Raible 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Treasurer	(R) Jolene Beneker	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Auditor	() Karla Bauman 2 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Assessor	() Debbie Schoettelkotte 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Recorder	() Jeff Koch	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Recorder	(R) Hollie Maxie	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Surveyor	(R) Rob Seig	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Council At-Large 1	(R) Glen Bischoff 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Council At-Large 2	(R) Carroll Lanning 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Council At-Large 3	(R) Brian Patterson 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Council District 1	(R) Mary Strong 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Council District 2	(R) Dean Mcqueen 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Franklin County Council District 4	(R) Bob Evans 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Judicial (20: 20 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Indiana Supreme Court Justice — Seat 1	() Loretta Rush	Nov 3, 2034
+	Indiana Supreme Court Justice — Seat 2	() Mark Massa	Nov 3, 2034
+	Indiana Supreme Court Justice — Seat 3	() Geoffrey Slaughter	Nov 7, 2028
+	Indiana Supreme Court Justice — Seat 4	() Christopher Goff	Nov 7, 2028
+	Indiana Supreme Court Justice — Seat 5	() Derek Molter	Nov 3, 2034
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 1	(N) L Bailey	Nov 3, 2030
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 10	() Elaine Brown	Nov 3, 2026
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 10	() Mary DeBoer	Nov 3, 2026
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 10	() Paul Felix	Nov 3, 2026
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 10	() Melissa May	Nov 3, 2026
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 10	() Rudolph Pyle	Nov 3, 2026
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 10	() Nancy Vaidik	Nov 3, 2026
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 2	() Leanna Weissmann	Nov 7, 2032
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 3	() Peter Foley	Nov 3, 2034
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 4	() Dana Kenworthy	Nov 3, 2026
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 5	() Cale Bradford	Nov 3, 2030
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 6	() Robert Altice	Nov 7, 2028
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 7	() Elizabeth Tavitas	Nov 3, 2030
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 8	() Paul Mathias	Nov 7, 2032
+	Indiana Court of Appeals Judge — Seat 9	() Stephen Scheele	Nov 7, 2028
▶ State (9: 9 filled, 0 vacant)
	Governor	(R) Mike Braun 2	Nov 7, 2028
	Attorney General	(R) Todd Rokita 4 3 4	Nov 7, 2028
	Secretary of State	(R) Diego Morales 1	Nov 7, 2028
+	State Senate District 27	(R) Jeff Raatz AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	State Senate District 42	(R) Jean Leising AMA	Nov 7, 2028
+	State House District 55	(R) Lindsay Patterson AMA	Nov 3, 2026
	Lieutenant Governor	(R) Micah Beckwith 1 2 AMA	Nov 7, 2028
	State Auditor	(R) Wlise Nieshalla AMA	Nov 7, 2028
	State Treasurer	(R) Daniel Elliott AMA	Nov 7, 2028
▶ Federal (8: 8 filled, 0 vacant)
	U.S. Senator Seat A	(R) Todd Young 1 AMA	Nov 7, 2028
+	U.S. Senator Seat B	(R) Jim Banks 1 1 AMA	Nov 3, 2030
	U.S. House District 9	(R) Erin Houchin AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana	(N) Holly Brady	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana	(N) Cristal Brisco	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana	(N) Jon DeGuilio	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana	(N) Sarah Barker	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana	(N) Matthew Brookman	Nov 3, 2026

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