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.

Montague County

111 seats · 111 filled · 0 vacant

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	✎▶Seat CAND	TIP Name ⊘ AMA	Next Election
▶ Municipal (20: 20 filled, 0 vacant)
+	City of Bowie	() Gaylynn Burris	May 4, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Boyd Hulstine	May 4, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Stephanie Post	May 4, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Laura Sproles	May 4, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Laramie Truax	May 4, 2027
+	City Secretary	() Sandy Page AMA	May 4, 2027
+	Mayor Pro Tem	() Brent Shaw	May 4, 2027
+	City of Nocona	() Christopher Nunneley	May 4, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Matthew Fenoglio	May 4, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Chuck Hittle	May 4, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Robert Norman	May 4, 2027
+	City Council Member	() Yesika Rodriguez	May 4, 2027
+	City Secretary	() Revell Hardison AMA	May 4, 2027
+	City of Nocona	() Robert Fuller	May 4, 2027
+	City of Saint Jo	() Colton Thomas	May 4, 2027
+	City of Saint Jo	() Sherri Davis AMA	May 4, 2027
+	City of Saint Jo	() Debbie Dennis AMA	May 4, 2027
+	City of Saint Jo	() Michael Dennis	May 4, 2027
+	City of Saint Jo	() Jack Dunn	May 4, 2027
+	City of Saint Jo	() John Dunn	May 4, 2027
▶ School (53: 53 filled, 0 vacant)
+	School Board Trustee	() Jacky Betts	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Angie Christmas	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Kent Dosch	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Ronald Green	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Donna Hale AMA	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() David Hughes	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Jeff Jackson	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Keith Richey	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Rick Balthrop	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Jason Briles AMA	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Sandra Hensley	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Chad Hudspeth	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Audimarie Keown	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Charley Lanier	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Joann Pople	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Cody Wadsworh	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Lynn Allen	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Becky Case	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Adam Garcia	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Brandy Hamilton	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() James Martin	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Amy Nelson	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Raymond Rhyne	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Carla Hennessey AMA	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Terry Jones	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Tommy Mcewen	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Cathy Mowery	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Janet Nabours	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Greg Romine	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Jimmy Walker	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Justin Walker	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Chico Cabrera	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Gary Eldred	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Greg Fuller	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Guy Hill	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Randy Murphey	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Shelly Parker	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Erica Patton	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() David Waters AMA	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() David Allan	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Brant Carpenter	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Scott Carpenter	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Frank Glass	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Jimmy Harris	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Ricky Roberts	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Miranda Woods	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Rebecca Harris	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Brandon Kline	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Mike Martin	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Leeton Phillips	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Jeff Pledger	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Rodney Swirczynski	May 4, 2027
+	School Board Trustee	() Dee Weger	May 4, 2027
▶ County (5: 5 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Montague County	() Kim Jones AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Constitutional County Judge	() Kevin Lee Benton	Nov 3, 2026
+	County Judge	() Kevin Benton AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Sheriff, n/a	() Marshall Thomas	Nov 3, 2026
+	Tax Assessor-Collector	() Kathryn Phillips AMA	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Judicial (2: 2 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Justice of Peace	() Stefanie L. Horton	Nov 3, 2026
+	Justice of Peace	() Jack Pigg	Nov 3, 2026
▶ State (5: 5 filled, 0 vacant)
	TX Governor	(R) Greg Abbott 1	Nov 3, 2026
+	TX Attorney General	(R) Ken Paxton	Nov 3, 2026
+	TX Secretary of State	(R) Jane Nelson	Nov 3, 2026
+	Texas Senate District 30	(R) Brent Hagenbuch AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	Texas House of Representatives District 68	(R) David Spiller AMA	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Federal (23: 23 filled, 0 vacant)
	U.S. Representative — District 13	(R) Ronny Jackson AMA	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas	(N) J. Barker	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas	(N) Ron Clark	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas	(N) Marcia Crone	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas	(N) Jane Boyle	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas	(N) Ada Brown	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas	(N) Samuel Cummings	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas	(N) A[llen] Fish	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas	(N) Sidney Fitzwater	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas	(N) Micaela Alvarez	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas	(N) Alfred Bennett	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas	(N) Jeffrey Brown	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas	(N) Randy Crane	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas	(N) Keith Ellison	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas	(N) Charles Eskridge III	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas	(N) Nicholas Ganjei	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas	(N) Marina Garcia Marmolejo	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas	(N) Alan Albright	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas	(N) Samuel Biery Jr.	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas	(N) David Briones	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas	(N) Kathleen Cardone	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas	(N) Walter Counts III	Nov 3, 2026
+	U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas	(N) Orlando Garcia	Nov 3, 2026
▶ Special (3: 3 filled, 0 vacant)
+	Amon Carter Lake Water Supply Corporation	() Kathy Adam AMA	May 4, 2027
+	North Montague County Water Supply District	() Revell Hardison AMA	May 4, 2027
+	Special District Official	() Lance Meekins AMA	May 4, 2027

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Montague County, Texas

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