Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about tracking local government in Colorado Springs with Civvie.
What is Civvie?
Civvie is a civic engagement platform that helps residents of Colorado Springs track local government activity. We provide AI-powered summaries of school board meetings, city council votes, county commissioner decisions, and local news so you can stay informed without spending hours reading documents.
How do I track city council meetings in Colorado Springs?
Sign up for a free Civvie account and we automatically track Colorado Springs City Council meetings for you. You will receive AI-generated summaries of agendas, meeting minutes, and votes. You can also set up custom alerts for specific topics you care about, like zoning, parks, or public safety.
What school boards does Civvie track?
Civvie currently tracks Academy District 20 (D20), Colorado Springs District 11 (D11), and Cheyenne Mountain District 12 (D12) school boards. We monitor board meetings, agendas, policy changes, and budget decisions. More districts are being added based on user requests.
Is Civvie free to use?
Yes, Civvie is free during our beta period. You get full access to all summaries, alerts, and the weekly digest at no cost. We plan to always offer a free tier with essential features for civic engagement.
How does Civvie work?
Civvie monitors official government sources including BoardDocs, Legistar, and official meeting recordings. Our AI reads and summarizes documents, transcribes meeting audio, and identifies key decisions. You receive personalized updates based on the topics you follow.
What is the weekly digest?
Every Friday, Civvie sends you a single email summarizing everything that happened in your community that week. It includes school board decisions, city council votes, county updates, and relevant local news all in one convenient digest.
Can I get alerts for specific topics?
Yes, Civvie lets you create custom alerts using natural language. For example, you can track "school funding", "traffic on Academy Boulevard", or "development near my neighborhood". When any tracked source mentions your topic, you will be notified.
What sources does Civvie monitor?
Civvie monitors official government sources in Colorado Springs including: Academy D20 and District 11 via BoardDocs, Cheyenne Mountain D12 via their public records, Colorado Springs City Council via Legistar, and El Paso County Commissioners via AgendaSuite. We also track select local news sources.
How accurate are the AI summaries?
Civvie summaries are generated by advanced AI models trained to extract key information from government documents. Every summary includes links to the original source documents so you can verify details. We rate each item with an impact score to help you prioritize what to read.
Is Civvie available outside Colorado Springs?
Civvie is currently focused on Colorado Springs and El Paso County. We are building the platform to expand to other cities. If you want Civvie in your area, sign up and let us know your location.