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In Our Opinion: Municipal leaders need refresher on Open Meetings Law

Open and transparent government is crucial to maintaining democracy. It fosters accountability and trust between the people and their leaders.

EDITORIAL: Allow cameras in New York courts | Opinion

If former President Donald Trump’s felony fraud trial didn’t cinch for you the need to have camera coverage of courtroom proceedings in New York, then probably nothing will.

Watchdog finds New York State's transparency plans lacking

How have New York State agencies followed through on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2021 pledge to make the Empire State’s government more transparent?

Informed consent and FOIL legislation should pass

Ironman contract signed for another 3 years | News, Sports, Jobs

EDITORIAL: Government email addresses facilitate transparency

Yes, keeping track of your emails is a pain.

Look back: Auburn officials criticized for not making documents available

Today's look back at local history as captured in the pages of The Citizen.

Watchdog critical of comment restrictions | News, Sports, Jobs

A state open government watchdog blasted Fredonia Mayor Michael Ferguson for shutting down public commenting at a Board of Trustees meeting Monday. However, pr

Compliance with Open Meetings Law varies among Ulster County, northern Dutchess communities

How compliant municipalities in Ulster and northern Dutchess counties are with the state’s Open Meetings Law depends on the city, town or village.Examples of substantial compliance with the 2021 section of the law dealing with the availability of records planned to be discussed at meetings can be found in the towns of New Paltz, Rhinebeck, […]

5/14 Memorial Commission holds first official public meeting

Last month, the 7 News I-Team began looking for answers to questions on the transparency of the commission.