A recent controversy in the idyllic town of Washington Connecticut has led some to argue for that municipality to adopt an ethics code. The problem arose when the First Selectman’s son was made the caretaker of the town’s beach house by local officials, even though several others were interviewed for the position. Now folks in town are crying foul over the conflict of interest and calling for the adoption of a code.
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In the adsence of a state mandate, towns do need a code of ethics
Wednesday, May 19th, 2010New Milford’s not waiting around for state municipal ethics code
Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010Given the current budget crisis and other more prominent government administration issues such as fixing campaign finance reform, it is unlikely that the General Assembly will tackle it with success this year. New Milford has shown great foresight in making this a priority by ensuring that an ethics code and rules of procedure are instituted in their town.
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