BY PAULA BURKES pburkes@opubco.com

Published: April 24, 2011

A Connecticut ambulance service recently fired an employee who ranted on Facebook that her supervisor, among other things, was a “scumbag” and an implied psychotic.
What would appear a clear-cut termination resulted in a lawsuit by the employee’s union in which the parties recently settled, Crowe & Dunlevy attorney Courtney Warmington told 120 attendees at a health care conference her firm hosted Tuesday at the Hilton-Skirvin Hotel.
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Dear Editor,

City of Sugar Land employees were told that there was no money for raises in 2010, yet the City Manager, Alan Bogard, was given a $15,000 incentive payment by City Counc…il on Oct 1, 2010 to supplement his $190,925.00 salary and $12,000 car allowance. In 2009, City employees were told that they may not get raises because times were tough. Employees did eventually get a small increase in pay (4% or less depending on evaluations), while Bogard again received a $15,000 incentive bonus. In 2008, employees received a 2% pay increase citing financial problems with the City’s retirement plan, yet Bogard received a $12,000 bonus that year.

How is the city manager entitled to such large bonuses when employees, many of whom who are barely making it from paycheck to paycheck, are told that there is no money for raises?

I am leaving my job as Deputy City Attorney because I can no longer afford to work here. I loved my job and had planned to stay until I retire, but I no longer trust Mr Bogard to make the financial decisions for my future. As a prosecutor, my job is to see that justice is done. How is this justice?

Regards,

Jan Baker

Municipal Court Prosecutor

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BC Crespo lead the ceremony assisted by Eng. Garza (not fully pictured) Lt. Holliday,  Lt. Bayes,  FF Ellis.

Lt. Holliday read the meaning of the “The ringing of the bell” a tradition of the fire service.

In the past, as fire fighters began their tour of duty, it was the bell that signaled the beginning of that day’s shift. Throughout the day and night, each alarm was sounded by a bell, which summoned these brave souls to fight fires and to place their lives in jeopardy for the good of their fellow citizen. And when the fire was out and the alarm had come to an end, it was the bell that signaled to all the completion of that call. When a fire fighter had died in the line of duty, paying the supreme sacrifice, it was the mournful toll of the bell that solemnly announced a comrade’s passing.

We utilize these traditions as symbols, which reflect honor and respect on those who have given so much and who have served so well. To symbolize the devotion that these brave souls had for their duty, a special signal of three rings, three times each, represents the end of our comrades’ duties and that they will be returning to quarters. And so, to those who have selflessly given their lives for the good of their fellow man, their tasks completed, their duties well done, to our comrades, their last alarm, they are going home.

Following the Ringing of the bell the Flags were Lowered to Half Staff by FF Ellis and Eng. Garza. FF Ellis then gave a small sermon followed by a Prayer. Lt. Robert then played Amazing grace on the Bagpipes. Following the outside ceremony all in attendance was invited into Station 1 for coffee and donuts.

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]]> http://www.slpff.org/?feed=rss2&p=99 0 http://www.slpff.org/?p=85 http://www.slpff.org/?p=85#comments Sat, 11 Sep 2010 15:56:46 +0000 John http://test.slpff.org/?p=85 It’s that time again!  Time to meet and discuss our future plans, and update everyone on the progress of our various projects.  Our next Association meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 22nd at 7:00 pm.  It will once again be held at Keith Mensik’s house in Sugar Land, near Hwy 6 and West Airport.

We have several items to discuss and vote on, so we could use a strong turnout of members.  As always, light snacks and beverages will be provided.  Hope to see everyone there!

Sincerely,

Donnie Tomlinson
Pres. – L4255

“Strength Through Unity”

Mark your calendars, cause it is time for us to participate in Fill-the-boot again!  On Saturday, April 10th from 8:00 am till 11:00 am, we will “hit the streets” to help raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.  Last year we had a great turnout and raised over $3000!  This year, we have a target of $3,500 so we need as many people as possible out there to help reach that goal.

I will send out a couple more reminder emails as the date approaches, but please reply back and let me know if you can help out.  Come and be a part of this longstanding firefighter tradition!  Lunch will be provided for all who participate.

Thank You,

Donnie Tomlinson
Pres. – L4255

“Strength Through Unity”