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« Bishop tells kids, 'Lent is spring training for Christians' | Today | In about-face, board cancels Providence hip-hop show » March 14, 2007Update: Cicilline picks state fire marshal for chief
Cicilline's announcement came about an hour and a half after the firefighters union released a statement naming and condemning the mayor's choice, which was supposed to be a secret until the press conference. Farrell expressed confidence this afternoon that he could work with the union -- which he led as a Providence firefighter from 1996 to 2000. Cicilline said this afternoon that when Costa announced his retirement, Cicilline knew right away that Farrell would be the "ideal" replacement. And while Farrell acknowledged being initially reluctant, he said he knew if he didn't take the job he would regret it for the rest of his life. Farrell will make $112,000 annually, the same salary as Costa. But Farrell will have to give up his $40,000-a-year fire department pension. He assumes the chief position on May 1. The Providence firefighters union issued a statement this morning condemning Cicilline's selection and the process he used. -- projo.com staff writer Steve Peoples with reports from Journal staff writer Richard C. Dujardin "Providence fire fighters have learned today that Mayor Cicilline has appointed George Farrell, chief of the Providence Fire Department," begins the union statement. "We are disillusioned with the mayor's selection, particularly with the process used to reach this decision. This position was never posted, not a single advertisement was published and no interviews were held. This is a slap in the face to the talented men and women who serve this department." Farrell was confirmed as the state fire marshal in June 2006. He was a a 25-year veteran of the Providence Fire Department and chairman of the state fire code appeals board. The union isn't happy with Farrell's selection, despite his connection to the Providence Fire Department. "The mayor touts his new, transparent, accountable, post-Cianci-style of government, but a closer inspection of how this job was filled raises the legitimate questions of back room deals, sweetheart compensation packages and cronyism," reads the union statement. Posted by Steve Peoples CommentsB | March 14, 2007 3:05 PM link Looks like politics is alive and well in Providence...somethings never change. Shades of Buddy and Joe Paolino...if you contribute you get promoted. Cicilline promised he was going to be a different leader....when is he going to start? Florida Bound | March 14, 2007 3:28 PM link George Farrell is an overtly competent person for the position. His professional experience, formal and informal education, affable nature and ability to encourage consensus makes him ideally suited. Best Wishes to All!! David P. Vartian David P. Vartian | March 14, 2007 4:11 PM link Welcome to the modern world PS - get over it ed | March 14, 2007 6:35 PM link PS - get over it ed | March 14, 2007 6:35 PM link So much for the nationwide search for the most qualified canidate. bob | March 14, 2007 9:01 PM link It is the Indians that define the job, not the Chiefs...remember that! Support your Providence Firefighters! M | March 14, 2007 11:03 PM link From afar (Santa Barbara) it seems to me that a new mayor with the new chief would be a great combination to enable the folks who deliver the essential service some dignity. Looking at the press conference picture it is difficult not to have Naploeon first come to mind when looking at the second from the left (mayor). Glenn Odell | March 16, 2007 11:37 AM link To the Providence Firefighters. How could you disagree with this choice for The Providence Fire Chief position. John P. Moise | March 18, 2007 10:00 PM link
ernest p silva | March 19, 2007 10:07 AM link George Farrel, a former union president who was supposed to represent his membership but turned his back on then to become a company man for the mayors office, is the worst possible choice for chief of the Prov. Fire Dept. He has no respect for and from the union or from myself. However, this is what I would expect from the current moyor. Ed Mcmanus | April 30, 2007 9:31 AM link Freedom is more important than security asia | September 23, 2007 7:10 PM link I haven't gotten anything done today. My life's been dull today, but shrug. I can't be bothered with anything recently, but oh well. I've just been sitting around doing nothing. What can I say? So it goes. power Kylie Minogue | October 28, 2007 5:56 AM link Post a commentPlease be civil. Vicious comments, personal attacks and profanity won't be published. Name and email are required; email address will not publish. |
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