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Court approves promotion to battalion chief; one magistrate votes no and another abstains over policy concerns
Summary
The fiscal court approved the promotion of Fabian Shields to battalion chief effective Sept. 13; the vote recorded one ‘no’ and one abstention amid concerns about rehiring retirees and opportunities for younger firefighters.
Scott County Fiscal Court approved the promotion of Fabian Shields to battalion chief, effective Sept. 13, by roll-call vote. The recommendation was presented by fire-department leadership, which cited Shields’ more than 23 years of experience and leadership history; the court recorded one “no” vote and one abstention during the roll call.
Staff said Shields has served in leadership roles for more than a decade, holds several technical rescue certifications,…
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