But one can argue that the words "private" and "non-public" used, in this context, are synonyms. The Sanbornton Selectboard and our town lawyer await you correction. The Sanbornton Selectboard has met in "non-public" sessions over the past few months. Johnny Van TasselKaren OberJohn OlmsteadSanbornton Board of Selectmen(Editor's note: The author of the referenced letter used the words "secret" and "non-public" to describe the meetings in question. This title accuses the selectmen of committing a crime, as it is illegal in the State of New Hampshire for selectmen to meet in "private."

Source: Daily Sun July 21, 2016 23:31 UTC