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Burlington Official Resigns Over Herb Chambers Lawsuit
Planning board member John Kelly resigned after 40 years of holding elected office because the lawsuit has damaged the board's reputation.

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Planning board member John Kelly resigned after 40 years of holding elected office because the lawsuit has damaged the board's reputation.

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