The Daily Herald recently featured an article about a temporary halt in the planned layoffs of two full-time firefighters in Carpentersville. According to Village Manager J. Mark Rooney, who spoke on Friday, the decision to delay these layoffs was made as union officials deliberate over potential cuts that could preserve these positions. Rooney expressed optimism, stating, “I believe the firefighters union will come up with a viable solution to prevent these layoffs.†This move follows a meeting between the union and Rooney earlier this week, where discussions centered around the impending layoffs initially scheduled for March 28. At present, there are 32 full-time firefighters in total, with the two facing layoffs having the least seniority. Instead of focusing on a specific monetary figure, the union plans to review recent contract adjustments and propose savings based on those changes. Ultimately, the village board will have the final say, voting on the new fiscal year budget on April 1. The extension provides additional time for the union to explore possible cutbacks. Three years ago, during contract negotiations, the union agreed to concessions to avoid layoffs, including reduced holiday pay, no salary increase in the first year, and a decrease in overtime compensation. Last fall, the union ratified another employment agreement, which is currently under review. Lt. Rick Nieves, president of International Association of Fire Fighters Local 4790, noted, “We’re actively engaging with our members to assess our options. We appreciate the village extending the deadline.†Earlier this month, Rooney announced plans to cut five positions, including the two firefighters and three other village employees, to address a projected $429,000 budget shortfall. Similar negotiations are ongoing with the union representing the remaining three employees. Following the announcement, firefighter Chris Scholl, a local resident, publicly questioned the village's financial situation and launched an online petition calling for Rooney’s removal, accusing him of poor management. As of Friday afternoon, the petition had garnered 114 signatures, many from individuals connected to village employees or firefighters elsewhere. Meanwhile, the union continues to explore avenues to avert the layoffs, emphasizing collaboration and compromise. However, the outcome remains uncertain, as the village board prepares to finalize the upcoming budget.†Thanks, Dan!
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