Firefighters Oppose Recall Attempt
The Coeur d'Alene Firefights IAFF Local 710 has announced its opposition to the attempted recall of Mayor Sandi Bloem and Councilmen Woody McEvers, Mike Kennedy and Deanna Goodlander. In a news release just received by Huckleberries Online, the organization said: "We will not sit idly by while the reputations of four of the most dedicated city officials to have ever served any community are tarnished, and their terms threatened to be cut short." The firefighters applauded the efforts of the the mayor and three council members for their "strong, consistent support for public safety in Coeur d'Alene. The organization noted that it's not taking a position on McEuen Field. Full release below.
Question: Any other groups you know taking a stand against the recall?
The Coeur d’Alene Firefighters IAFF Local 710 stand opposed to the attempted recall of Mayor Bloem, Councilman McEvers, Councilman Kennedy, and Councilman Goodlander. Our Mayor and Council have a long history of strong, consistent support for public safety in Coeur d’Alene. Their foresight into the public safety needs of our community and management of the city budget have allowed your fire department to provide our customers with services like Advanced Life Support (Paramedics), technical rescue, and modern firefighting techniques through advanced training and equipment. This could not happen without their commitment to firefighters and the citizens we serve.
As an organization, the Coeur d’Alene Firefighters have no position on McEuen Park. It should also be noted that we respect everyone’s right to their views on the subject. However, we will not sit idly by while the reputations of four of the most dedicated city officials to have ever served any community are tarnished, and their terms threatened to be cut short.
We support those who support public safety. We support Mayor Bloem and Councilmen McEvers, Kennedy, and Goodlander. If you’re asked to sign the recall petition, please decline to sign.
Matthew Tosi, President
Coeur d'Alene Firefighters
IAFF Local 710