Public Records Lawsuit
Summary
New Albany is being sued by the local newspaper for refusing to hand over records about the Providence Mill Dam lawsuit. If you care how the dam fight is being handled behind closed doors, this public-records case is the one to watch.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Impact analysis
Taxpayers could foot the bill for legal fees on both sides if the city keeps fighting the records request.
Residents and journalists who want to see how the dam lawsuit is being handled benefit if the records are released.
No groups are clearly harmed, though city officials may face added scrutiny and legal costs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Indiana newspaper sues city of New Albany for records related to local dam
Indiana newspaper sues city of New Albany for records related to local dam Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press
News and Tribune sues City of New Albany over Providence Mill Dam lawsuit records
News and Tribune sues City of New Albany over Providence Mill Dam lawsuit records News and Tribune
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