Case Summary
Investigation into South Frontenac’s three-part “Defend Local Autonomy” resolution bundled to North Frontenac. Examined the governance problem of bundling controversial policy with easier items to reduce scrutiny. Council passed the package; Mayor Lichty voted against; council declined to clarify the record.
Published Articles
- “NFNM Watchdog Report: The Bundled Vote”
- “NFNM Watchdog Report: The Fear Vote: Council Carried a Bundled Package”
Outcome
Governance problem documented. Reporting complete.
Investigation closed. Record preserved for public reference.