There's a reason why nepotism is discouraged in good business. The election of Benjamin Milks, who is the stepson of CHFD Commissioner and Board Chairman K.C. Corigliano, makes that obvious. These two and others on the CHFD board have made a travesty of their positions. Fire commissioners directly affect everyone with their decisions. If the fire commission manages poorly, poor morale develops among the firefighters and mistakes happen that could be fatal.
Poor morale is a most costly mistake among public services.
The firing of Chief Richard Fulwider. The manner superceded due process and created many liabilities and additional expenses. Promotion of their vehicle technician with a substantial pay increase beyond budget considerations. Giving substantial salary increases to certain CHFD employees outside of normal channels. Replacing a resigned commissioner with someone whose business benefits from the fire department.