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Union City Council hires Kenneth Fye as part-time police officer
Summary
Union City Council unanimously approved hiring Kenneth Fye from the certified civil service list as a part-time officer; councilors cited cost savings and improved coverage and said the budget allows at least $33,560 for wages and benefits.
Union City Borough Council voted unanimously Aug. 13 to hire Kenneth Fye from the certified civil service list as a part-time police officer. Councilor Matt Joyce moved the hiring and Councilor Osborn seconded; the motion carried without opposition.
Councilor Riley Cross and Councilor Matt Joyce told colleagues that a part-time hire would lower costs while increasing coverage. Borough Manager Cindy Wells said the borough budgeted at least $33,560 for wages and benefits and that hiring part-time would come in below that figure depending on hours worked. The council approved the motion to hire Fye during the meeting held at First Global Methodist Church.
