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Committee sends firefighter rank-change to second reading after dispute over handling
Summary
City staff said an extra lieutenant slot created under the prior administration needs correction; the union reportedly signed off but several council members expressed dissatisfaction with how the law director responded and the committee agreed to a second reading and possible executive session to discuss employment matters.
City administration staff described a personnel correction for the fire department on March 4, telling the finance committee that an extra lieutenant position—created when an incumbent served in a non-suppression capacity—should be eliminated so ranks match the number of active trucks.
“Kyle” (staff member) said the prior administration had retained an acting lieutenant who worked in a non-suppression role, and that subsequent promotions and…
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