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Firefighters urge Franklin Park to boost pay and training to retain experienced crew
Summary
Three Franklin Park fire department members told trustees that recent incidents and staffing strains show the village needs competitive pay, advanced training and retention strategies to preserve institutional knowledge crucial for public safety.
Lieutenant Anthony Tricoci, who identified himself as president of Local 1526, told the board on March 2 that a Feb. 23 Northlake response escalated to a "MAYDAY" call and that the incident was averted because of training, experience and investment. He told trustees the village should support competitive retention, advanced training and career development for…
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