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On July 13, the Worcester Redevelopment Authority held off on recommending The Menkiti Group as the developer of the Denholm Building. WRA members were concerned the construction contractor Menkiti planned to use on the project had previously worked with a subcontractor accused of wage theft, even though the contractor had not been accused directly.

How much should a developer or contractor be held accountable for the past actions of a subcontractor?
Not at all, especially if they don't plan on working with the subcontractor again. (23%, 35 VOTES)
A little, but only if any troubling situations weren't properly addressed. (31%, 46 VOTES)
Significantly, and it should be factored into considerations for all future projects. (46%, 69 VOTES)
Poll Description

On July 13, the Worcester Redevelopment Authority held off on recommending The Menkiti Group as the developer of the Denholm Building. WRA members were concerned the construction contractor Menkiti planned to use on the project had previously worked with a subcontractor accused of wage theft, even though the contractor had not been accused directly.

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2 Comments

  • July 31, 2023

    Professional developers and contractors should be held accountable. This is their business, and their business model should not be based on maximizing profit through cheating the workers who build the building they profit from. Whether that be lax safety or wage theft. Again, if you are going to be a professional developer then you should know the law and do a little research into who you contract with.

  • July 31, 2023
    This question misses an important factor: were the allegations proven, or, were the allegations thrown out of court?