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There has to be a better way for Lawrence to solve its problems
besides scandals, bad press and lawsuits. The WIB novella is
turning into another embarrassment for the city and it’s only
going to get worse at that pace.
When Mayor Michael J. Sullivan disbanded the previous Board,
his supporters hoped that it was to improve the relations between
that organization, City Hall and ValleyWorks. Instead, the
accusations have risen to a higher level causing an investigation
by the Inspector General, a $2 million lawsuit against the city
and a wealth of material to be covered by the press.
If that was not all, in a less than intelligent move, they elected
Pedro Arce President of the Board. Mr. Arce has been a token on
that board for a long time, never having any meaningful duty
because he hardly ever shows up for meetings. Besides, he has the
historical background of having served on the Lawrence School
Committee as Superintendent Wilfredo T. Laboy’s rubber stamp. He
did such a poor job during his tenure there that he could not even
get the limited number of signatures required to get his name on
the ballot two years ago, forcing him out of the School Committee.
Mayor Sullivan must align himself with quality people, not just
“yes” people. He needs thinkers who will help him guide this city
and every time he takes a step backwards like this, he sets
progress back.
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