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The Locked Doors Of Millbury: A Call For Transparency And Respect
Millbury residents are calling out locked doors, hidden records, and disrespect from local officials. Democracy depends on transparency, yet residents often face obstacles just to access public records or participate in meetings. Massachusetts laws like the Open Meeting Law and Public Records Law guarantee openness, but they are only the floor—not the ceiling. Millbury should strive to exceed the bare minimum by proactively sharing records, posting meeting materials, and treating residents with dignity. Public records aren’t just documents; they are tools for accountability, informed participation, and preserving community history. The choice is clear: continue with secrecy and legal disputes, or embrace openness, efficiency, and respect. By choosing transparency, Millbury can restore trust and set a higher standard for local government.
Ongoing And Systemic Violations Of The Massachusetts Public Records Law And Open Meeting Law
Town of Millbury is served with Open Meeting Law Complaint. When government employees ignore Public Records and Open Meeting Laws, it blocks transparency, reduces public trust, and discourages civic engagement. Learn how noncompliance harms resident participation and weakens democracy at the local level.
How We Arrived At This Chapter 40B Project
Understanding the genesis of the proposed Chapter 40B Rice Pond Village project is crucial. It primarily stems from the developers, Steven Venincasa and James Venincasa, operating under different limited liability corporations, failing to address public safety concerns and not adhering to Millbury Zoning Bylaws and Subdivision Rules and Regulations in their initial development attempt at 17 Rice Road in Millbury, Massachusetts. This appears to be a recurring trait characterized by arrogance and entitlement.