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Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1974

Page

15

Fire chief testing sparks town council confrontation

Firefighters back Chief Borges amid debate over a competitive examination for the fire chief position. Volunteers defend the test as proof of merit, while former administrator Balzano questions its legality and bias. The council voted to receive and file the petition, with officials confirming Chief Borges has an equal chance at the job.

Balzane Michael Balzano Nunes Phoenix R. S Bosworth, Jr Eead Borges Department Richard Travers

Charter test dispute heats up over 1971 adoption

Political motivation extends from page 1 to the charter's adoption. Nunes argues the test should have been given when the charter took effect in 1971, accusing Balzano of neglect. Armao counters with claims of political revenge and notes Nunes did not inform the personnel board about the issue.

Nunes Balzano Mr Nunes Personnel Board Anthony Armao Armao

Bristol Personnel Board Row Over Meetings and Seats

Bristol officials clash as Solicitor Anthony Armao suspends personnel board meetings citing charter questions. Council leader Richard Alegria demands the opinion be shared and warns Armao may be overstepping. Town solicitor may rule on Armao’s removal for alleged misrepresentation amid ongoing board disputes.

Armao Macdonald Bristol Personnel Board Minutelli

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