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While the Shumlin Administration is publicly rebutting today’s announcement by the Vermont 9-1-1 Emergency Board that the Department of Public Safety (DPS) wants privatize its two remaining Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) in Rockingham and Williston, the Vermont State Employees’ Association (VSEA) is not taking any chances and will be moving forward to develop a plan to thwart any effort to privatize the remaining PSAPs.
Less than a year ago, DPS ignored strong public outcry against two proposed PSAP closures (led by frontline dispatchers, first responders and many in law enforcement) and went ahead and shuttered the Rutland and Derby PSAPs. The closures displaced dozens of seasoned state employees, much like the closing the Williston and Rockingham PSAPs would.
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VSEA is pleased to announce that VSEA First Vice President Aimee Towne is running to succeed House Speaker Shap Smith as the new representative for the towns of Elmore, Morristown, Woodbury and Worcester. Aimee is a Benefits Program Specialist with the Economic Services Division in Morrisville.
Read Aimee’s Campaign Announcement Here!
VSEA is also pleased to announce that VSEA Judiciary employee Evan Hill is running for one of two seats to represent Vermonters living in the Grand Isle and West Milton district. Evan is a Family Case Manager who works in the Grand Isle County Courthouse.
Read Evan’s Campaign Announcement Here!
VSEA is asking members who live in either Aimee or Evan’s districts to consider casting your vote for a fellow state employee. The more rank-and-file worker voices in the State House, the better!
