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A new bylaw to regulate the Kincardine Fire Department would
prematurely end the career of one of its firefighters ... and that
doesn't sit well with many on Kincardine council.
At the Oct. 15 meeting, Councillor Kenneth Craig said he understood that
the new regulations would not impact any of the firefighters. However,
he has since learned that one firefighter will be affected immediately
by the mandatory retirement age of 65. "Can we not grandfather this
bylaw?" he asked.
Administrative Fire Chief, Jamie MacKinnon, said, "The new bylaw does
not extend anyone past the age of 65." (next column)
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Councillor Marsha Leggett, Chairperson of the Emergency
Services Committee, said the firefighter affected by this bylaw
approached her and said he wanted to continue as a radio operator until
he had achieved his 40-year pin. "I told him to come to council," she
said.
"I was also under the impression that this bylaw would not affect any
firefighters," said Councillor Guy Anderson.
Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), John deRosenroll, said the
individual did come into the office and was told to put his request in
writing for an exemption to the bylaw and that it would go to the
emergency services committee for discussion, with a recommendation to
council.
Councillor Randy Roppel suggested the bylaw be deferred until after the
emergency services meeting, so council can make a proper decision.
Third reading of the bylaw was deferred.
 
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