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Holding Power Accountable: Why Your Voice Matters In Local Government
Accountability in local government, boards, and committees ensures transparency and prevents mismanagement. This vital guide explains why citizens must speak up and take action when concerns arise, even when facing deflection or personal attacks from officials who would rather blame the messenger. Learn practical ways to document concerns, build community alliances, and utilize your democratic power to compel integrity and competence, ensuring your community thrives under responsible leadership.
Planning Board Open Meeting Law Complaints Stack Up
Explore systemic transparency and accountability issues within the Millbury Planning Board. Discover how repeated violations of the Open Meeting Law—including silencing public voices, withholding public records, and limiting participation—have eroded public trust and democratic governance. Learn about specific incidents from August and September 2025, detailed in formal complaints, highlighting unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination, denial of access to critical documents, and a pattern of secrecy. Understand the requested remedies, from mandatory training to compliance monitoring, aimed at restoring fairness and openness in Millbury's local government. Essential reading for residents demanding transparency and accountability.
Millbury’s Closed Government In Plain Sight
Millbury residents are speaking out against a troubling pattern of closed government practices, including silenced public input, removed records, and evasive leadership. This in-depth report explores the growing demand for transparency, accountability, and meaningful public participation—and how the community is mobilizing for real change in the face of obstruction and poor governance.
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.