Lewes, DE — Tensions between the City of Lewes and its police union escalated this week after FOP Lodge #22 issued a formal grievance and a unanimous vote of no confidence in City Manager Ellen Lorraine McCabe. According to the union, the dispute centers on recent police department promotions announced in an email on June 4.
The Chief of Police notified officers that appointments to Deputy Chief, Lieutenant, and Sergeant would take effect at midnight on June 5. FOP Lodge #22 alleges the promotions were made unilaterally by the City Manager, without competitive testing or input from administrative staff, in violation of city policy and the collective bargaining agreement.
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