Navigating the tricky terrain of public transparency versus privacy, Minot city officials are pressing for changes to North Dakota’s open records law. Their recent experience with the high-profile internal police investigation highlights the need for confidentiality in certain personnel matters. City Manager Harold Stewart argues that public scrutiny complicates already sensitive issues and hinders constructive discussions among officials.
For the full story on the proposed changes and why it’s important, check out Jill Schramm’s coverage with the Minot Daily News linked below.
