Councillor Garlick is vacationing in Europe and was not able to participate in the in-camera session where the decision to dismiss Leo Lecavalier was made. Thus, he is free to make his views on the dismissal public. Here is his email received this morning.
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I am sending you a general comment I have on this situation. I hope it satisfies you for now. Thanks for your interest.
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I am sending you a general comment I have on this situation. I hope it satisfies you for now. Thanks for your interest.
I am very sorry to hear that the majority of council has chosen to dismiss Leo from his position as fire chief. Unfortunately, I was unable to participate in the meeting where the decision was made. I do not know if my presence would have made a difference but I apologize if Leo's dismissal could have been avoided with my input to debate or vote.
I have no problem with Leo's comments. In a democracy people must be allowed to speak out. This includes staff and volunteers. I do not support creating an atmosphere of fear where staff becomes ineffective because they are afraid to speak their mind. Debate is important in any process and helps us in correcting and avoiding mistakes.
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