Stoughton Firefighters Support Police Chief Amid Dispute with Town Manager
In Stoughton, Massachusetts, the president of the Stoughton Firefighters Local 1512 has publicly expressed support for Police Chief Donna McNamara, who is embroiled in a legal dispute with Town Manager Tom Calter. Chief McNamara has filed a lawsuit against the town and Calter, alleging breach of contract, discrimination, and efforts to remove her from her position without due process. Firefighters have echoed McNamara's concerns, citing similar experiences under Calter's management, including labor disputes and a hostile work environment. The firefighters' union claims that morale has been negatively impacted, with nearly half of the department's members seeking employment elsewhere. The union also highlighted an incident involving a firefighter's injury due to defective equipment, which led to criticism and threats of disciplinary action when concerns were raised. 
