Table of Contents

• Welcome to TownHallOS

• Local Politics and Governance

• Product Roadmap

• We Need Your Help

Welcome to TownHallOS!

Thank you for participating in our journey to make civic engagement more accessible, actionable, and impactful. We’re excited to share our mission and give you a sneak peek at what’s coming as we prepare for launch.

Who We Are

At TownHallOS, we believe democracy works best when every citizen has the tools to understand, engage with, and influence the decisions that shape their communities. Our platform simplifies government processes, empowering citizens to track legislation, connect with representatives, and organize meaningful community action.

Our Mission

To empower citizens with the tools and information they need to make their voices heard in local, state, and federal government.

Our Vision

A democracy where citizens can easily access information, advocate for change, and hold their representatives accountable.

Spotlight: Local Politics Around the Country

Tracking Local Politics

While state and federal policies often dominate the headlines, local politics directly and immediately impact our daily lives, and they deserve just as much attention. That’s why we’re making local policy a key focus moving forward.

As part of this effort, we’re developing easy-to-understand policy trackers, starting with Loudoun County, VA, and Cook County, IL. These locations were chosen because of our strong local connections and networks that can both support and benefit from this initiative. We aim to make local governance more accessible, transparent, and actionable for everyone.

Here are some of the most notable developments in local governance and civic matters across the U.S.:

Loudoun County, VA

• The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors approved a new collective bargaining agreement with SEIU Virginia 512, effective July 1, 2025. The agreement will have a total fiscal impact of $42.8 million over three years and will change the working conditions for county government employees in the General Government Bargaining Unit. Source

Cook County, IL

• Cook County has created a five-year economic plan for 2025-2029. The plan focuses on promoting racial equity and building resilience. It aims to remove long-standing barriers to economic opportunity for communities that have been left out and to improve the county's ability to handle economic and climate challenges. Source

Miami-Dade County, FL

• Miami-Dade County commissioners voted 8-2 to stop adding fluoride to the local water supply, a practice used since 1958. This decision may affect dental health for residents. However, County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has a 10-day period during which she can veto the decision. Source

Los Angeles County, CA

• The Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation released its 2025 Economic Forecast Report. The report shows that the economy is expected to slow down due to recent wildfire disasters, with real GDP growth projected to be 2.1% in 2025 and 1.3% in 2026, and unemployment expected to reach 6.1%. These changes could affect job opportunities and economic stability for residents. Source

Harris County, TX

• Harris County has approved a $2.67 billion budget for 2025, with over half of the funds designated for law enforcement and the justice system. The budget also provides funding for public safety, adds $20 million to disaster response funds, and supports infrastructure improvements. In November, voters will have a chance to decide on increased funding to replace flood control infrastructure. Source

Have a Local Story to Share?

If you know of noteworthy developments in your community or want us to spotlight a specific issue, we’d love to hear from you! Please send us details at [email protected].

Exciting News: Tax-Exempt Status Pending

We’re currently awaiting approval for our tax-exempt status in Virginia. This milestone is a crucial step in our journey and is expected to coincide with our official launch. Achieving this status will allow us to serve communities nationwide as a nonprofit organization.

What’s Coming: Product Roadmap

We’re working on building features that will redefine how you engage with policy and your community. We validated our proof of concept (Version 0.0.0) with several early users and are now preparing to launch our Early Alpha Version 0.0.1.

Here’s what you can expect in our upcoming releases:

Version 0.0.1 - Foundation & User Experience

• New site structure and landing page

• Advanced federal and state policy trackers

• Personalized dashboard featuring policy and profile views

Version 0.0.2 - Policy Tracking & Dashboards

• Representative dashboard showing contact info and actions

• Design and accessibility quality of life updates

Version 0.0.3 - Community & Social Features

• Social media integrations

• Like/comment features for bill discussions

• Election tracker tools to monitor candidates and upcoming elections.

Other Features Coming Soon

• Enhanced tools for community organizers to mobilize action

• Crowdsourcing and petition survey tools

• Community dashboard for local participation

• Bill summaries using semantic analysis, NLP, and AI agents

• Personalized community impact scores and advanced metrics

Stay in Touch! Send Us Feedback!

Please email us at [email protected] with any feedback, suggestions, or comments about features and the product. We would love to hear from you and learn about your and your community's needs.

We Need Your Help: Connecting with Local Leaders

As we gear up for Alpha launch, we seek connections with local lawmakers, representatives, and civic organizations that share our commitment to transparent and accessible government. If you have contacts interested in partnering with TownHallOS, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to [email protected] with any relevant introductions or suggestions.

Join Us in Building the Future of Civic Engagement

TownHallOS isn’t just a platform — it’s a movement to make democracy more accessible and responsive. Together, we can create a society where every voice matters and every voice becomes action.

Thank you for being part of our story. Stay tuned for updates as we approach launch day!

Your TownHallOS Team

Where your voice becomes action.