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  • Federal Heights first responders issue vote of no confidence in city manager amid rising crime

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    FEDERAL HEIGHTS, Colo. — Federal Heights first responders have unanimously issued a vote of no confidence in City Manager Jacquie Halburnt as crime rates surge in the community of about 14,000 people.

    At a Tuesday night city council meeting, police and fire department unions voiced their concerns surrounding staffing levels, safety and operational resources.

    “We’ve identified ongoing concerns with city manager leadership,” said Josh Maikranz, president of Local 4222, a firefighters union.

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    Federal Heights police officers and firefighters issue a vote of no confidence in City Manager Jacquie Halburnt.

    The union expressed frustration that previous attempts to address these issues with the city manager have gone unresolved.

    Some members of the community even called for Halburnt’s resignation or for her to be placed on administrative leave.

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    Police department data reveals concerning crime trends in Federal Heights.

    Theft has increased 26.3%, domestic violence has risen 20.7%, and assaults have spiked 57.4% year-to-date, according to a presentation made by the department in January.

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    Long-time resident Brian Trullinger said the community has noticed the changes.

    “We’ve noticed that police have not been coming on calls,” he said. “If they do, it takes forever to get here.”

    He described Federal Heights as a close-knit community where neighbors know each other, but expressed concern about the current situation.

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    “That’s what suffers. It’s all of us in the community,” Trullinger said.

    City Council member Celeste Arner, who represents Ward I, acknowledged the concerns raised by first responders and residents.

    “I think we need to take action as soon as possible and investigate,” Arner said.

    Members of city council said Tuesday night they plan to call an executive session to discuss next steps.

    In a statement, Halburnt told Denver7 there is currently an outside third-party investigation taking place. She also wrote, “As this is a personnel issue, I am unable to discuss it.”

    Nevertheless, those like Trullinger remain hopeful that community voices will lead to changes in city leadership.

    “Hang in there Federal Heights, because help is on the way, and I’m going to fight for you every step of the way,” he said.

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  • Fort Worth firefighters union completes vote of no confidence in former chief

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    The Fort Worth Professional Firefighters Association has taken a vote of no confidence in the leadership of former Fire Chief Jim Davis, union officials say.

    The Fort Worth Professional Firefighters Association has taken a vote of no confidence in the leadership of former Fire Chief Jim Davis, union officials say.

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    The Fort Worth Professional Firefighters Association has taken a vote of no confidence in former Fire Chief Jim Davis.

    Zac Shaffer, the union’s president, shared the firefighters’ concerns in a statement Friday.

    “Chief Davis’ failure to correct violations of safety standards, recognize acceptable on-scene times for EMS and fire response, and ensure accurate dispatch of resources have led the membership to this result,” Shaffer said.

    Davis, who resigned Oct. 17, had been on paid administrative leave since Sept. 23. City officials cited a “personnel matter” as the reason for Davis being put on leave, but didn’t give further details.

    Davis was sworn in as the department’s chief on Oct. 16, 2018, according to his online bio. Before coming to Fort Worth, he was responsible for the training and education of firefighters and paramedics in Columbus, Ohio.

    Shaffer’s statement didn’t elaborate about the areas of concern, but said, “As a body, the 440 does not believe Jim Davis can lead this department effectively.”

    Davis’ attorney was not immediately available for comment Saturday.

    Assistant Chief Raymond Hill is serving as interim chief until city officials can find a replacement for Davis.

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  • Fayetteville State faculty fight back against provost’s plan to increase workload

    Fayetteville State faculty fight back against provost’s plan to increase workload

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    FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) — Fayetteville State University faculty are taking a stand and fighting back against the administration’s efforts to increase their workload.

    They passed a vote of “no confidence” in Provost Monica Leach. The vote passed 32 to four, with eight abstaining.

    Leach is FSU’s chief academic officer trying to implement a policy by increasing the minimum number of classes professors need to teach from three to four.

    The effort to increase the class load was prompted by new guidelines issued by the UNC system last year.

    But, Fayetteville State professors tell us that loading them with more classes would be a major mistake for the university.

    “We’ll just be forced into a situation where we’re overworking, potentially leading to even more burnout,” Zahra Shekarkhar, an associate professor of criminal justice at FSU, said.

    Instead of investing in enhancing students’ writing schools and preparing them for future careers, Robert Taber, associate professor of history at FSU, said that professors will give students more multiple-choice quizzes and tests.

    “They’re learning how to pass instead of learning the material in the classes,” he said.

    FSU faculty said a resolution will now be delivered to the University’s chancellor and board of trustees for the next steps.

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