About V.O.I.C.E

Viable Opportunity for Inclusion and Constituent Engagement

Our Mission

V.O.I.C.E empowers New York residents to stay informed about and participate in their local government through accessible, AI-powered civic engagement technology.

The Problem

Most residents have no idea what their local government is doing. City council meetings happen during work hours. Agendas are buried on government websites. News coverage is shrinking. The result: decisions that affect people's lives — taxes, zoning, schools, public safety — are made without their input.

Our Solution

📰 AI-Powered Local News

Automatically summarized from verified sources, organized by city and topic, updated throughout the day.

🔔 Meeting Alerts

Know when your local government is in session so you can attend, watch, or prepare questions.

🗳️ Constituent Polls

Vote on real issues being debated by your representatives. Make your voice heard.

❓ Ask VOICE

Ask any question about local government and get sourced, factual answers.

Communities We Serve

🏛️Albany
🐎Saratoga Springs
Kingston
🔔Troy
Schenectady
🏔️Catskill

Plus statewide coverage of the NY State Legislature, Governor, and state budget.

Our Values

  • Non-partisan — We present facts, not opinions
  • Accessible — Free to use, no technical knowledge required
  • Transparent — All news includes source links for verification
  • Inclusive — Every resident deserves access to civic information

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