In the October FOP Newsletter, some guy announces he won't be running for Pension Board Rep again:
- On a more personal note, I wanted to inform each of you that I have chosen not to run for re-election as a Pension Board Trustee. This was not an easy decision as I really have enjoyed working for you at the Pension Fund. I have seen first-hand the effect our Trustees have, and I was incredibly honored to serve in that capacity. Litigation against our Pension Board has dropped by about seventy-five percent during my term in office. I would like to think it is because we are on the right track. Likewise, the elected officers of the Board have become more unified and are a force to be reckoned with when dealing with the Mayor’s appointed Trustees.
Quite frankly, it was obvious to most observers that attempting to handle both jobs was something beyond the capacity of one human being, and as a result, both offices have suffered. The petty jealousies and politicking have diminished the offices and led to weakness and poor communication where strength and unity of purpose would have been a better tact.
Hopefully, a strong and independent candidate will come forward for the coming battles.