# Council Comment Submission Draft AI Agent Connect > Council Comment Submission Draft MCP helps you navigate the complexities of local government participation. It handles the heavy lifting of drafting formal written statements, condensing remarks for oral testimony, and finding the right way to submit your voice to the record. It keeps your input within strict time and word limits required by governing bodies. ## Overview - **Category:** productivity - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_7wvhLV5Uy4yBpwzWloZvSvXZN5BAV6jJWKMZh0TR/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** council, public-comment, government, writing, civic-engagement ## Description Participating in local government shouldn't feel like a barrier to entry. This MCP gives you the tools to turn your thoughts into professional, structured submissions that city councils and boards actually accept. Whether you are fighting a zoning change or advocating for a new park, your agent can draft a formal statement for the official record or a tight, one-minute speech for a public hearing. It also handles the logistics, providing specific guidance on how to deliver your comments based on the rules of the specific governing body. You won't have to worry about getting cut off for going over time or having a written comment rejected for improper formatting. It's about making sure your voice is heard, clearly and respectfully, in the official record. ## Tools ### generate_follow_up_message This tool drafts a polite message to confirm your submission was received and recorded by the clerk. ### generate_oral_comment This tool creates a condensed version of your statement specifically for speaking during public hearings. ### generate_written_comment This tool produces a formal, structured written statement intended for the official public record. ### get_delivery_instructions This tool provides specific guidance on how to submit your drafted comments according to the rules of the governing body. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Draft a written comment about the new park proposal. The agenda item is 'Park Development Plan'. Local facts: The Northside area lacks green space. My experience: I live next to the proposed site and my children need a safe place to play. I want the council to approve the budget. Word limit: 150. ``` **Response:** ``` To the City Council: Regarding the 'Park Development Plan', the Northside area currently lacks sufficient green space for our growing community. As a resident living adjacent to the proposed site, I see firsthand the need for safe recreational areas for our children. I strongly urge the council to approve the budget for this development to provide our families with the essential space they deserve. ``` **Prompt:** ``` I have a written comment about the zoning change. Can you make it a 1-minute speech? ``` **Response:** ``` I have condensed your comment into a concise version suitable for a 60-second oral testimony at the public hearing. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Draft a follow-up message for an email I sent to the clerk. My name is Jane Doe and I sent it via Email. ``` **Response:** ``` Dear Clerk, I am writing to confirm that my comment regarding the current agenda item, submitted via Email by Jane Doe, has been received and will be included in the official public record. Thank you. ``` ## Capabilities ### Formal Drafting Your agent writes structured statements for the official public record. ### Speech Condensing The MCP shrinks long written statements into timed oral testimonies. ### Submission Guidance It identifies the correct way to deliver comments based on specific local rules. ### Receipt Confirmation It drafts follow-up messages to ensure your input is officially recorded. ### Constraint Management The tool enforces word and time limits required by government meetings. ## Use Cases ### Zoning Opposition Draft a formal written objection to a proposed zoning change in your neighborhood. ### Public Hearing Testimony Convert a long letter of concern into a 60-second speech for a live meeting. ### Budget Advocacy Submit a structured request for funding for local amenities like parks or libraries. ### Submission Tracking Send a follow-up to a city clerk to ensure your written comment was added to the record. ## Benefits - Maintains professional tone for all government submissions. - Enforces strict word and time limits to prevent being cut off. - Provides specific delivery instructions to follow local rules. - Reduces the time spent formatting formal written records. ## How It Works Connect your preferred AI client to Vinkius to start drafting civic communications immediately. 1. Connect your AI client to the MCP via Vinkius. 2. Provide your specific concerns and local facts to your agent. 3. Use the tools to generate written, oral, or follow-up drafts. 4. Check the delivery instructions to ensure you follow local rules. 5. Submit your finalized comment to the governing body. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How does this MCP help with public hearings?** It can take a long written statement and condense it into a short, concise version designed for oral testimony within specific time limits. **Can I use this for written submissions?** Yes, it includes a tool specifically for generating formal, structured written statements for the official public record. **Does it help with the rules of the meeting?** Yes, the get_delivery_instructions tool provides guidance on how to submit comments based on the rules of the specific governing body. **What if I want to make sure my comment was received?** You can use the generate_follow_up_message tool to draft a polite message to the clerk to confirm receipt. **Which AI clients can I use with this MCP?** You can use this MCP with any compatible client, including Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code. **How do I ensure my comment stays within the time limit?** You can use the `generate_oral_comment` tool by providing the written text and your specific speech time limit in seconds. **Can I use this for board meetings as well as city council?** Yes, the tools are designed to draft comments for any governing body, including city councils, school boards, or local commissions. **How do I know where to send my written comment?** Provide the submission rules provided by the governing body to the `get_delivery_instructions` tool to receive specific guidance.