ORLAND PARK | A group of about 90 attended a Better Government Association "Watch Dog" Training event held in Orland Park Monday evening.
Executive Director Andy Shaw told the group that we should expect "accountable and transparent government" and that was the purpose of the BGA which celebrates 90 years. "When you notice something that doesn't pass the smell test, you need to ask your government the questions" Shaw said.
"We have estimated that we have saved government nearly $15 million because of changes we (the BGA) have effectuated" Shaw said.
Sauk Village is not the only community where residents are seeking answers to questions. A school board member from the south suburbs has to request information through the Freedom of Information Act in order to get answers from the very board she sits.
Lawyers from Kirkland & Ellis LLP, who do work for the BGA, discussed what "watch dogs" need to know to and what to keep an eye on in their local government.
Members of the BGA Investigative Unit were also on hand to answer questions and discuss their role in the investigative process.
"We should expect our government to be responsive and accountable to the people they serve" Shaw said.
Sauk Village had a delegation of about 7 members in attendance, however, no elected officials from Sauk Village were in attendance.
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| ANDY SHAW of the BGA |
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