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BoatPI
10-27-2006, 05:32 AM
Several threads were posted this summer about the firing of the past police chief (Alexander), and the retiring of the assistant chief. Yesterday the judge hired by the city to hold a termination hearing published the findings. Suffice it say the firing was justified, and that the assistant could have been fired should he elected to not retire.
The good news is that the new department head is Chief Dan Doyle. I know this man, and he is up front, responsible, and experienced. He and his command staff will lead the department well. Many believe that the past staff was ineffective, a dictatorship, and corrupt. Aparently corrupt it was, among ofher issues.
I know many on HB don't know the details, but this is all good. If you have gripes about enforcement, or suggestions, I firmly believe that they will be fairly looked at. Understand that the channel restrictions, etc., are set fourth by the city council and manager. I believe a renewed focus on reducing crime will be in the new leaderships adjenda.
Congrats to Chief Dan.
See todays paper..
www.havasunews.com (http://www.havasunews.com)

Not So Fast
10-27-2006, 07:00 AM
Boat PI: Some years ago you told me that there was a problem at the top in the LHPD, apparently you know what you're talking about as the article in the paper this morning confirmed gross mis-management among other things from this man, thanks!! NSF

CityGuy
10-27-2006, 07:37 AM
Just to keep things accurate, the Hearing Officer was assigned to hear the case by the state. He was not hired by the city. The hearing was requested by former Chief Alexander and his attorney as part of the appeal process.
Charlie

Not So Fast
10-27-2006, 07:52 AM
Just to keep things accurate, the Hearing Officer was assigned to hear the case by the state. He was not hired by the city. The hearing was requested by former Chief Alexander and his attorney as part of the appeal process.
Charlie
So then are you saying his findings were flawed?? NSF

ChumpChange
10-27-2006, 08:21 AM
So then are you saying his findings were flawed?? NSF
I think he was just correcting him....the same way I can correct him by telling him that inforcement is spelled enforcement.

sigepmock
10-27-2006, 08:49 AM
I think he was just correcting him....the same way I can correct him by telling him that inforcement is spelled enforcement.
That's pretty funny.....way to go Matt .......got your one in for the day... :crossx:

BoatPI
10-27-2006, 08:57 AM
Thank You for the correction (before coffee is my lame excuse). And yes, the hearing officer determined that the management was inept, corrupt, and in a nutshell not worth saving. The new city manager was spot on, and congrats to him for cleaning up such a mess. The city, it's officers, and the public deserve much more.
I expect some worthy officers to be promoted, and others demoted if they do not wake up and fall in line. Both are justified in a quality run, enlightened organization that holds it's own accountable.
This is all great news.

Havasu_Dreamin
10-27-2006, 09:10 AM
So then are you saying his findings were flawed?? NSF
I read it as stating that the City had no say in who heard the case and therefore that person had 100% impartiality.

ChumpChange
10-27-2006, 09:25 AM
Oh heck, as long as it's open season on Mr. BoatPI today->
Aparently=apparently
adjenda=agenda
Coffee time now. :coffeycup :coffeycup
Might as well do cityguy also->
Just to keep things accurate, the Hearing Officer was assigned to hear the case by the state.
No caps on hearing officer.
I crack myself up sometimes,
Rio :rolleyes:
I wasn't rippin on PIs comments, I was ripping on NSFs. One minor detail and suddently it's a big deal. Some people just look for things wrong.

Not So Fast
10-27-2006, 11:42 AM
I wasn't rippin on PIs comments, I was ripping on NSFs. One minor detail and suddently it's a big deal. Some people just look for things wrong.
Why you rippin on me, I was just asking if Charlie was sort of disputing the findings, thats all sir! Sorry I asked. NSF

CityGuy
10-27-2006, 02:30 PM
Not disputing any findings, NSF. Just didn't want anyone to think the hearing officer was biased toward the city because of false information that he had been "hired by the city." Only wanted to clarify the matter.
Charlie
Thanks for paying attention, Rio. My improper capitalization stands corrected!

Rexone
10-27-2006, 02:46 PM
Isn't the period suppose to go outside the " mark? Just asking. :)

3 daytona`s
10-27-2006, 04:35 PM
Isn't the period suppose to go outside the " mark? Just asking. :)
It is? Now I find out.embarassing :redface:

Kilrtoy
10-27-2006, 04:38 PM
They do have a forums for people who get off on this type of stuff
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ChumpChange
10-27-2006, 04:41 PM
Why you rippin on me, I was just asking if Charlie was sort of disputing the findings, thats all sir! Sorry I asked. NSF
Apology accepted :D

HM
10-27-2006, 05:42 PM
Isn't the period suppose to go outside the " mark? Just asking. :)
NO. But, lots of people do it that way because it looks right. Kind of like people using the word ironic or irony when 99.99999999% of people have no idea of what that word means, including webster.

Kilrtoy
12-10-2006, 09:02 PM
The X -chief has filed another lawsuit based on Age biased employment
WHAT NEXT

SummitKarl
12-10-2006, 10:37 PM
Boat PI: Some years ago you told me that there was a problem at the top in the LHPD, apparently you know what you're talking about as the article in the paper this morning confirmed gross mis-management among other things from this man, thanks!! NSF
for yesterdays news tomorrow it's today's News Herald:mix:
I wonder how the new guy feels about Rhinos on the road:confused:

BigDoug
12-11-2006, 12:02 AM
Why do you care Karl ? .......its legal !! and there is nothing anyone can do about it................................................ ...........................including you !! :)

BoatPI
12-11-2006, 06:43 AM
As far as Rhinos on the road, I would think that this is way under his radar.
I can tell you this, he thinks way ahead of the game, and does not mind the input of others. He IS boater friendly! I would think he like most in law enforcement he will try to keep a lid on the wild nature of things in the channel during holiday weekends.
I would guess that Havasu might see an increased level of gang enforcement, mainly outsiders visiting and illegals trafficing in drugs. Quality of life is big in this town, so expect this to be a priority.
I do know thay LHPD is actively seeking new officers, detention officers, and dispatchers. The pay is very good of AZ.