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.

Catawba County

94 seats · 94 filled · 0 vacant

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	✎▶Seat CAND	TIP Name ⊘ AMA	Next Election
▶ Municipal (49: 49 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Mayor	() Bill McGregor	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Charles Bargsley Jr.	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Kelvin Gregory	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Bill McGregor	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() James Weaver	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mayor	() Donald Robinson	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Donald Allen	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Duane McCombs	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Crystal Spesert	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Carroll Yount	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mayor	() Shawn Brown	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Brittany Brown	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Dayne Miller	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Les Morrow	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() M Sherrill	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Gary Sigmon	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mayor	() Kyle Hayman	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Mark Canrobert	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Bruce Eckard	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Joie Fulbright	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Jim Green	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Todd Griffin	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Brenda Powell	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Arnita Dula	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Anthony Freeman	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Jill Patton	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Danny Seaver	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Charlotte Williams	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Tony Wood	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mayor	() Eddie Marlowe	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Allen Bumgarner	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Tim Hertzel	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Genita Hill	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Gary Lingerfelt	Nov 2, 2027
+	Alderman	() Phyllis Pennington	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mayor	(?) Max Bumgarner, Jr.	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Holly Crafton-Lay	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Lanny Ford	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Cameron Ramseur	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Fore Rembert	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Beth Rudisill	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Ronnie Williams	Nov 2, 2027
+	Mayor	() Jerry Hodge	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Beverly Danner	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Jody Dixon	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Scott Gilleland	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Jon McClure	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Bill Powell	Nov 2, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Recil Wright	Nov 2, 2027
▶ School (16: 16 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Catawba County Schools Board Of Education	(R) David Goforth	Nov 2, 2027
+	Catawba County Schools Board Of Education	(R) Mark Pennell	Nov 2, 2027
+	Catawba County Schools Board Of Education	(R) Brad Scott	Nov 2, 2027
+	Catawba County Schools Board Of Education	(N) Roger Young	Nov 2, 2027
+	Hickory Public Schools Board Of Education Ward 04	(D) Jane Everson	Nov 2, 2027
+	Hickory Public Schools Board Of Education Ward 04	(D) Mike Heard	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	() Clayton Mullis	Nov 2, 2027
+	School Board Member	() April Underwood	Nov 2, 2027
+	Nc - Catawba County Schools	(N) Ronn Abernathy	Nov 2, 2027
+	Nc - Catawba County Schools	(N) Leslie Barnette	Nov 2, 2027
+	Nc - Catawba County Schools	(N) Becky Brittain	Nov 2, 2027
+	Nc - Catawba County Schools	(N) Donna Carpenter	Nov 2, 2027
+	Nc - Catawba County Schools	(N) Glenn Fulbright	Nov 2, 2027
+	Nc - Catawba County Schools	(N) Annette Richards	Nov 2, 2027
+	Nc - Catawba County Schools	(N) Tim Settlemyre	Nov 2, 2027
+	Newton-Conover Schools Board Of Education Conover District	(u) Cecilia Gordon	Nov 2, 2027
▶ County (6: 6 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Catawba County Board Of Commissioners	(R) Austin Allran	Nov 3, 2026
+	Catawba County Clerk of Superior Court	(R) Kim Richards Sigmon	Nov 3, 2026
+	Catawba County Commissioner Dist at-large	(R) Barbara Beatty	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Legislator, at-large	() Barbara Beatty	Nov 3, 2026
+	Register of Deeds	() Angela Henson	Nov 3, 2026
+	Sheriff	() Don Brown	Nov 3, 2026
▶ State (11: 11 filled, 0 vacant)
+	NC Governor	(D) Josh Stein	Nov 3, 2026
+	NC Attorney General	(D) Jeff Jackson 39	Nov 3, 2026
+	NC Secretary of State	(D) Elaine Marshall	Nov 3, 2026
	North Carolina Senate District 42	(D) Woodson Bradley AMA	Nov 3, 2026
	North Carolina Senate District 44	(R) Ted Alexander AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	North Carolina Senate District 46	(R) Warren Daniel AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	North Carolina House of Representatives District 112	(D) Jordan Lopez AMA	Nov 3, 2026
	North Carolina House of Representatives District 86	(R) Hugh Blackwell AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	North Carolina House of Representatives District 89	(R) Mitchell Setzer AMA	Nov 3, 2026
	North Carolina House of Representatives District 96	(R) Jay Adams AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	North Carolina House of Representatives District 97	(R) Heather Rhyne AMA	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Federal (11: 11 filled, 0 vacant)
	U.S. Representative — District 10	(R) Pat Harrigan AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina	(N) Terrence Boyle	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina	(N) William Britt	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina	(N) James Dever III	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina	(N) Louise Flanagan	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina	(N) Loretta Biggs	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina	(N) David Bragdon	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina	(N) Catherine Eagles	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina	(N) Lindsey Freeman	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina	(N) Kenneth Bell Sr.	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina	(N) Max Cogburn Jr.	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Special (1: 1 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Catawba Soil And Water Conservation District Supervisor	() David Caldwell	Nov 2, 2027

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