Greetings Councilors:
Am I missing something? On June 3, 2026, a letter appeared in Watertown News; purportedly signed by eight Watertown City Councilors advocating in support of Medicare for All.
Where was the open public process? I do not recall seeing a City Council Agenda Item that would have allowed for discussion on the topic. Who did the research? Where was the transparency in a Q & A format?
The caption, and link to the Watertown News article, are as follows:
LETTER: Medicare for All Letter Signed by 8 Watertown City Councilors | Watertown News https://share.google/nPiUUBEyr3foqhexP
Municipalities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts are governed by the Open Meeting Law. Guidelines are as follows: https://share.google/zuNGXmsLVuhJfuFMR
Certainly, I do not relish the idea of reprimands. But …, in my opinion: before we jump to any conclusions; the electorate should be promptly advised, by the Council, how the unbeknownst process and document came to fruition. Thank you.
Best,
Angie
Angeline Maria B. Kounelis
Retired Watertown District A, East End, City Councilor