Another follow up on what some people call fishing 91A’s and the Town Managers response in 2024
Town Manager Michael Malaguti discusses a newly implemented public records policy designed to align local procedures with state regulations. This initiative introduces specific financial costs and formal guidelines for individuals seeking access to government documents, such as internal emails. While the measures do not legally block information requests, they aim to discourage residents from filing unrestrained or overly broad inquiries without prior consideration. Malaguti suggests that attaching monetary values to these requests will foster more intentionality from the public. Ultimately, the goal is to manage the administrative burden while ensuring the town remains in legal compliance.