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CivicSummary bridges the gap between government proceedings and public understanding.
Decode Legislative Language
Transform dense meeting transcripts and legal jargon into clear, plain-English summaries anyone can understand in under a minute.
Track Policy & Spending
Drill into project status, budgets, and councilmember votes without slogging through hundreds of pages of dense documentation.
Fact-Based Transparency
Clear, unbiased, neutral summaries analyzed directly from official government documents—free from political commentary or interpretation.
How it works
From raw government documents to actionable intelligence in seconds.
Raw Documents
City publishes agendas, minutes, and resolutions as lengthy PDFs—often 30-100+ pages each.
AI Analysis
Our AI reads every page and extracts key decisions, action items, and important details.
Concise Summaries
Get clear, bullet-style summaries in seconds—headlines, decisions, and action items without the jargon.
30+ Languages
Need Spanish, Chinese, Russian, or any other language? Accurate, context-preserving translations instantly.
Interactive AI Assistant
Ask questions in plain English. Get instant answers from official government records.
What happened at the July 10 city council meeting?
On July 10, the Council approved the new park budget ($2.4M), tabled the housing ordinance for further study, and unanimously passed the downtown pedestrian safety initiative.
What's the status of the Sunset Valley Residences project?
Permits issued March 15, 2024. Current phase: foundation work (45% complete). Estimated completion: December 2025. Last council update: October 2024.
How did Councilmember Smith vote on housing issues?
Over the past year, Smith voted YES on 8 of 12 affordable housing measures, NO on 3 density bonus proposals, and abstained once due to conflict of interest.
What was allocated to public safety this fiscal year?
FY2024 public safety allocation: $48.2M total. Police: $32.1M (up 4.2%), Fire: $14.8M (up 2.1%), Emergency Services: $1.3M (unchanged from FY2023).
Who is CivicSummary for?
A clear window into city government—perfect for anyone who needs accurate, actionable civic information.
Government Staff
Perform deep research, onboard incoming council members, and train commissioners with AI-driven briefs.
Active Residents
Stay connected to City Hall with instant, plain-language summaries without wading through PDFs.
Civic Advocates
Leverage up-to-date information on grants, budgets, and policies for effective community engagement.
Researchers & Journalists
Access project histories, voting records, and policy changes—ideal for investigations and reporting.
Prospective Movers
Explore local government decisions and neighborhood projects before you relocate.
Commission Brain Trust
Build institutional knowledge—curate past decisions and generate training materials for strategic planning.
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