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DCFD to discipline FFs and Dispatchers - Guest - 02-21-2014

Saw the story just after it happened.  Lt. in charge knew something was gunna happen. Filed for her retirement days after the incident.

http://www.wxii12.com/news/national/DC-to-discipline-firefighters-who-didn-t-help/24602724?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=wxii


DCFD to discipline FFs and Dispatchers - tcosgrovejones - 02-22-2014

However she has not been allowed to retire

 

Cosgrove




DCFD to discipline FFs and Dispatchers - Guest - 02-22-2014

I take it, that if you are involved in any type of investigation, you are unable to retire quit or however you want to put it, until the case is resolved? Just curious.


DCFD to discipline FFs and Dispatchers - edburke - 02-22-2014

They can't stop you from quitting, but they can freeze pension funds and retirement applications until the investigation is over.  I'm not familiar with the laws there, but in some cases here, you can lose your pension funds, which is primarily your own money, as the interest paid is minuscule. 




DCFD to discipline FFs and Dispatchers - Guest - 02-22-2014

If your found to be negligent while on duty they can in some states deny your pension and get only what you put in over the years. That's alot less than you would collect over time. 




DCFD to discipline FFs and Dispatchers - smketrfdny - 03-08-2014

In the DCFD, not so. Seems this 'officer' was a member (and Secretary, iirc), of a certain organization that the'chief' was also a member of, so as of right now, she skates off scott free. A cadet received a phone call from the 'chief' shortly after yet I have yet to hear of a similar phone call to another fireman involved who lived in Pennsylvania. Ill bet 50 bucks hes the scapegoat. And this 'chief' has an agenda to destroy the traditions of the DCFD. FWIW, a firepics member here ripped that 'chief' apart with FACTS in a council hearing. BRAVO, Kevin. Proud to know ya, Brother.



Stay safe, Brothers.


DCFD to discipline FFs and Dispatchers - chfc14 - 03-08-2014

Yes; some VERY strong work by Kevin. One can only hope that his actions will provide some relief from this "Chief".  Stirpot




DCFD to discipline FFs and Dispatchers - smketrfdny - 03-08-2014

Quote:Yes; some VERY strong work by Kevin. One can only hope that his actions will provide some relief from this "Chief".  Stirpot


One can only hope. But dont hold your breath. I keep in touch with many ppl there and I am told Gray and the 'chief' are childhood friends, so he will stay on as long as Gray can take the heat. No doubt in politics, low man goes, but it is now time that will tell. Kevin, Ron or Tim can correct me if I am wrong.


Stay safe, Brothers.


DCFD to discipline FFs and Dispatchers - smketrfdny - 03-13-2014

Cosgrove, read your post too fast. They are NOT letting her retire? Surprise there.

 

 

Stay safe, Brothers.