Municipal Ethics Codes Do Make a Difference Continue reading Van Wirt Op-Ed: Ethics Codes

Please join us in asking for a stronger gift ordinance at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 15th at 7:00pm in the Rotunda. Continue reading Callahan Gift Ordinance Vote: 8/15

Please join us in the Rotunda on June 26th at 6:00pm. Continue reading 6/26: Committee of the Whole Meeting

An established ethics ordinance would allow City Council to operate freely but avoid even a hint of impropriety. Continue reading “A Shining Example to Other Municipalities”

Can we not live up to Bethlehem’s reputation for being one of the best places to live by enacting a model and comprehensive ethics program for our city government? Continue reading Ethics Matter: A Federal Juror Speaks Out

It’s time for comprehensive ethics reform that eliminates pay-to-play in Bethlehem. It’s time for Bethlehem City Council to start listening to the will of the citizens… Continue reading Morning Call Op-Ed: It’s Time for Reform

The recent ethics board “quagmire” in Allentown reveals some important limitations in the city’s government ethics program. Continue reading Bethlehem Ethics: Closing Loopholes

With power and authority come responsibility and obligations. Officials must make sacrifices.. Continue reading Unfair Sacrifices?

Let’s develop a process to handle them, a process that protects our officials and our citizens. Continue reading Conflicts Happen: Let’s Be Proactive

In government ethics, appearances are what matters most. Motivations, feelings, and character are irrelevant. Continue reading Why Appearances DO Matter

For the purpose of government ethics, “ethics” does not mean the field of study concerned with being or doing good… Continue reading It’s Not About Being “Good”

Why an Ethics Board must have sole authority in advice, training, disclosure and enforcement. Continue reading Monopoly: Authority Isn’t a Game