Access to these two things is the only way members of the public are able to track what their government is doing, how (elected officials) are spending their money and the decisions they are making. |
Based on that information, the initial contract discussions sound like they may not have qualified under any executive session exception, at least as to whether they should renew the contract. |
It seems to be a dangerous practice, carving out specific individuals for exceptions. |
Many things [in the Sunshine Law] are not as cut and dried as this particular situation. The act is express on this point. |
Pennsylvania has one of the worst Open Records Law in the country. Legislative reform is really necessary in this area. |
The fact that someone has been charged with a crime is significant. It is also public information. |
There is not actually anyone in charge of enforcing it. |
These are documents that reflect agency decisions to pay workers specialized amounts. |
These are the two primary access laws, and they permit the public to hold their government agencies accountable for their actions. |