If a board were to oppose a school proposal and say nothing, it would, in essence, give up that leadership role. And school officials might have something to say about sidewalks and snowplowing. It is possible that such openness could lead to greater cooperation between boards. If the school board knows the selectmen might take a stand on an important issue, it would behoove that school board to keep the selectmen well informed. And vice versa.
Information is never a bad thing.
And I'll show you a politician who is facing a possible prison term. Well, now we know what all those Contract with America pols really were pledging.