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.
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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.
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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.
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Armao
Macdonald
Bristol Personnel Board
Minutelli
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