Donor “Has No Input” Despite Being in Every Meeting
Local officials confirmed this week that a prominent political donor has “no input whatsoever” in municipal decision-making, despite appearing in nearly every meeting where those decisions are discussed. The donor, a regional business executive who has contributed consistently to multiple campaigns over the past decade, was present for recent discussions involving zoning changes, procurement approvals, […]
Quiet Meeting Results in Significant Outcome No One Claims Credit For
A significant municipal outcome emerged this week following a quiet meeting attended by a small group of officials and advisors, none of whom have publicly claimed responsibility for the decision. The meeting, which was not listed on the public calendar and produced no formal minutes, preceded the announcement of a policy shift with long-term financial […]
Consultant Hired to Improve Efficiency Spends Six Months Scheduling Meetings About Efficiency
Executives at Northstar Manufacturing say they remain confident in their decision to retain an external consulting firm to improve operational efficiency, despite the fact that six months into the engagement, the most measurable outcome has been a dramatic increase in the number of meetings required to discuss efficiency. The firm, ClarityEdge Consulting, was brought on […]
Planning Board Asks No Questions, Cites “Trust” in Man With Very Large Truck
Township officials assured concerned residents Tuesday night that traffic issues stemming from a recently approved development project would “sort itself out,” citing patience, adaptation, and the passage of time as primary mitigation strategies. The assurance came during a standing-room-only public meeting in Brookfield Township, where residents gathered to voice concerns about congestion along Route 19, […]
Council Forms Committee to Study Issue Already Decided
City Council members voted Monday night to form a special committee tasked with studying an issue the council has already resolved, citing the importance of due process, public confidence, and “making sure we did this the right way, even if it’s already done.” The committee, officially titled the Ad Hoc Review Committee on Future Considerations, […]
Board Votes Unanimously After Brief Moment of “Discussion”
Local officials repeatedly emphasized their commitment to transparency Tuesday night while conducting a municipal meeting entirely in executive session, citing openness, public trust, and the importance of “letting residents know we’re having these conversations.” The meeting, held at Town Hall and listed on the public agenda as a “discussion of key municipal matters,” was closed […]
Officials Praise Transparency, Conduct Meeting Entirely in Executive Session
Local officials repeatedly emphasized their commitment to transparency Tuesday night while conducting a municipal meeting entirely in executive session, citing the importance of openness, public trust, and “letting residents know we’re having these conversations.” The meeting, held at Town Hall and listed on the public agenda as a “discussion of key municipal matters,” was closed […]
Documents Confirm Meetings Occurred, Outcomes Remain Unclear
Public records confirm that multiple meetings were held to discuss the issue in question, though documents provide little insight into what was decided during those sessions or whether any conclusions were reached. The records, obtained through a public information request, include calendars, agendas, and limited meeting notes spanning several months. Meetings Verified According to the […]