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.

Muskegon County

203 seats · 203 filled · 0 vacant

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	✎▶Seat CAND	TIP Name ⊘ AMA	Next Election
▶ Township (82: 82 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Township Supervisor	() Melonie Arbogast	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Lyle Monette	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Jackson Wall	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Jeff Abram	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Debbie Therrian	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Paul Black	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Jason Jorgensen	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Todd Willick	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Carrie Marlatt	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Penny Muma	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Chuck Luttrull	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Brian Beeman	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Gary Meyers	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Scott Paddock	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Jeannie Schnitker	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Heather Delimata	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Mary Hallett	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Heather Cooley	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Michael Bennett	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Eugene Kooi	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Nola Twining	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Leeland Witte	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Amy Brown	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Kristy Miles	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Amanda Faino	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Rhonda Cooper	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Peggy Foster	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Cory Slade	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Benj Spencer	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Joan Raap	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Trudy Rosema	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Jeff Marcinkowski	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Brent Brower	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Sondra Cross	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Mike Holman	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Christopher VanOosterhout	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Alexa Steffes	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Justin Roggero	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Todd Dunham	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Ron Becklin	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Jim Fichtel	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() David Henry	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() David Markgraf	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Andrea Anderson	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Rose Dillon	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Alan Jager	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Deanna Brant	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Tammy Jager	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Candy Murat	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() William Halbower	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Kim Arter	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Eric Anderson	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Cindy Zaagman	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Christina Achterhoff	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Veronica West	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Jeffrey King	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Jay Goodrich	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Jacob Seaver	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Drew Roesler	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Tracy Korthase	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Daniel Nutt	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Anita Knapp	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Jake Tyers	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Rose Spoelman	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Sabra Guy	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Jennifer Hodges	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Jenni Bowen	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Steven Browers	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Robert Grabinski	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Carolyn Jurecki	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Carrie Westbrook	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Lindsay Theile	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Ron Bailey	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Laura Anderson	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Deborah Harris	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Julie Goericke	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Mary Kriesel	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Dennis Kroll	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() David Holly	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Charles Schmitigal	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Ilene Nichols	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Margaret Kraai	Nov 2, 2027
▶ Municipal (13: 13 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Montague Mayor	() Tom Lohman	Nov 2, 2027
+	Muskegon Mayor	() Ken Johnson	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mayor	() Bonnie McGlothin	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Derrick Collins	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Ronald Jenkins	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Kellie Kitchen	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Lashae Simmons	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Kimberly Sims	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Andre Williams	Nov 2, 2027
+	North Muskegon Mayor	() Sabina Freeman	Nov 2, 2027
+	Norton Shores Mayor	() Gary Nelund	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mayor	() Aaron Langlois	Nov 2, 2027
+	Whitehall Mayor	() Tom Ziemer	Nov 2, 2027
▶ School (63: 63 filled, 0 vacant)
+	School Board Member	(N) Tim Burgess	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Kris Cole	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Dave Hazekamp	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Steve Kelly	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Jb Meeuwenberg	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Josh Mueller	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Kathy Six	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Amy Brookhouse	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Brian Byrnes	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Beth Frey	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Sarah Hippler	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Andy O'Riley	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Amber Slater	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Jack Vanderboegh	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Amanda Dahl	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Cindy Francis	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Emily Fullmer	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Karen Neubauer	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Brent Raeth	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Ben Rupert	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Joel Smith	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Zachary Anderson	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Billie Bruce	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Louis Churchwell	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Christine Hamel	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Lynnette Marks	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Sequawanda Sherrod	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Morgan Witmer	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Marjorie Cook	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) David Fox	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Mark Glover	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Tamieko Gray-Simmons	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Kassandra Kitchen	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Estelita Rankin	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Antonette Robinson	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Cynthia Bankhead	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Jeff Eggeman	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Sharon Horsly	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Tom Joppie	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Leslie Nelson	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Janet Taylor	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Jack Wydeck	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Robert Becklin	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Becki Deater	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Joshua Emery	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Mark Jacobs	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Ryan Jawor	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Michael Pierson	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Fred Rosel	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Austin Aamodt	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Susan Blackburn	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Kim Bramer	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Chris Brooks	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Alex Keefe	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Dave Muskovin	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Joan Vincent	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Tim Cross	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Rachel Fekken	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Christopher Mahoney	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Paula Martin	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Shannon McGoran	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Melissa Moore	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) James TenBrink	Nov 2, 2027
▶ County (26: 26 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Judge of Probate	(N) Gregory C Pittman	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County	() Karen Buie AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, 1	() Rillastine Wilkins	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, 2	() Marcia Hovey-Wright	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, 3	() Susie Hughes	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, 4	() Bob Scolnik	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, 5	() Zach Lahring	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, 6	() Charles Nash	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, 7	() Malinda Pego	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, 8	() Doug Brown	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, 9	() Kim Cyr	Nov 3, 2026
+	Drain Commissioner	() Bryce Kelley	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 1	(D) Rillastine Wilkins	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 2	(D) Marcia Hovey-Wright	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 3	(D) Susie Hughes	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 4	(R) Bob Scolnik	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 5	(R) Zach Lahring	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 6	(D) Charles Nash	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 7	(R) Gary Foster	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 7	(R) Malinda Pego	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 8	(R) Doug Brown	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 8	(R) John Snider	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 9	(R) Kim Cyr	Nov 3, 2026
+	Muskegon County Commissioner Dist 9	(D) Kenneth Mahoney	Nov 3, 2026
+	Register of Deeds	() Jason Hall	Nov 3, 2026
+	Sheriff, n/a	() Michael Poulin	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Judicial (2: 2 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Judge Dist 14	(N) Raymond J Kostrzewa	Nov 3, 2026
+	Judge Dist 14	(N) Annette R Smedley	Nov 3, 2026
▶ State (6: 6 filled, 0 vacant)
+	MI Governor	(D) Gretchen Whitmer	Nov 3, 2026
+	MI Attorney General	(D) Dana Nessel	Nov 3, 2026
	MI Secretary of State	(D) Jocelyn Benson	Nov 3, 2026
+	Michigan Senate District 34	(R) Roger Hauck AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Michigan House of Representatives District 91	(R) Jerry Neyer AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Michigan House of Representatives District 91	(R) Pat Outman AMA	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Federal (11: 11 filled, 0 vacant)
	U.S. Representative — District 2	(R) John Moolenaar AMA	Nov 3, 2026
	U.S. Representative — District 3	(D) Hillary Scholten AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan	(N) Frances Behm	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan	(N) Terrence Berg	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan	(N) Paul Borman	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan	(N) Robert Cleland	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan	(N) Susan DeClercq	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan	(N) Gershwin Drain	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan	(N) Nancy Edmunds	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan	(N) Bernard Friedman	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan	(N) Jane Beckering	Nov 3, 2026

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