"Transparency in Local Government Contracts: A Call for Reform. A push for accountability is gaining momentum in local government, with a council member urging a thorough review of contracts once they come into effect. The council member is not only seeking answers about the recent no-bid awards that have sparked controversy, but also wants to shed light on contracts that have been awarded without competition for years. Critics argue that this practice has led to a lack of transparency and potential mismanagement of taxpayer dollars, and the council member's call for reform is seen as a step towards addressing these concerns."
When the council finally gets the contracts, it should look at not only the no-bid awards but also the ones that haven't been competed for in years.
