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.

Roscommon County

89 seats · 89 filled · 0 vacant

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	✎▶Seat CAND	TIP Name ⊘ AMA	Next Election
▶ Township (34: 34 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Township Supervisor	() David DenBoer	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Paula Fuller	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Richard Pedersen	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Theresa Wagner	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Susan Seaford	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Brian Hill	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Mary Oppy	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() James Ostling	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Michelle Squires	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Steven Doggett	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Randy Hartman	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Tom Jennette	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Margaret Borgula	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Cheri Sullivan	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() John Hibbard	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Scott Hassler	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Pam Surprenant	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Andrea Grabowski	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Harry Trier	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Stan Gardner	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Loretta Bell	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Christopher DeBaeke	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Sheryl Tussey	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Wendy Engle	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Mark Kirby	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Raymond Good	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Terry Muma	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Maryanne Wick	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Susan Newmyer	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Supervisor	() Diane Randall	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Ken Pickard	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Trustee	() Ace Schwach	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Clerk	() Carie Milburn	Nov 2, 2027
+	Township Treasurer	() Mary Hose	Nov 2, 2027
▶ Municipal (1: 1 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Lake City Mayor	() Craig Ardis	Nov 2, 2027
▶ School (35: 35 filled, 0 vacant)
+	School Board Member	(N) Sam Ball	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Ona Booms	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Jodi Bridson	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Kate Cobb	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Tamara Helsel	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Dale Rainier	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Darrel Thompson	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Shannon Elenbaas	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Chris Fletcher	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Heidi Howieson	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Robert Kamischke	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Michael Peraino	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Justin Schweigert	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Sevinc Sparks	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Danielle Bresett	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Jeff Faber	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Susan Flaherty	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Birgit McQuiston	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Heather Sinawi	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Jake Singer	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Scott Taylor	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Susan DeLong	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Kenneth Gulock	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Amber Hildebrand	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Elizabeth Munger	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Amy Thomas-August	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Wendy Tobias	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Kurt Ziegler	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Michael Bailey	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Lauren Eva	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Jana Falsetta	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Scott Hess	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Kurt Loll	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Janae Ostling	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	(N) Mike Purkey	Nov 2, 2027
▶ County (5: 5 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Judge of Probate	(N) Mark D Jernigan	Nov 3, 2026
+	Roscommon County	() Michelle Stevenson AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Drain Commissioner	() Jon Green	Nov 3, 2026
+	Register of Deeds	() Michelle Stevenson	Nov 3, 2026
+	Sheriff, n/a	() Ed Stern	Nov 3, 2026
▶ State (4: 4 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 House of Representatives District 103	(D) Betsy Coffia AMA	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Federal (10: 10 filled, 0 vacant)
	U.S. Representative — District 1	(R) Jack Bergman 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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Roscommon County, Michigan

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