Angell:
Everyone who wants to have their voice heard, attend a meeting. I like the idea of a fluid discussion on the website, however I don't think it has that much traffic. I would cross-train given the opportunity. I don't understand why you would want 2 seniority dates? We all work for the same city, the new division currently has no employess and we all have the same start day. The fireman have no more right to senirotiy than we do. I think asking for 2 seniority dates is rolling over right o