Politics & Government
Selectmen Approve the Hiring of Firefighter and Laborer
Members approved the hiring of Christopher Sloan, a paramedic and firefighter, and Paul Proulx, a truck driver/laborer.
Seekonk Selectmen recently added a new firefighter and driver/laborer to the town's roster.
On Wednesday night, Selectmen approved the hiring of Christopher Sloan, a paramedic and firefighter. He is a Foxboro resident who is married with four children. Plans to hire four additional firefighters are still proceeding. Seekonk has relied on neighboring communities to assist with rescues.
Selectmen also approved a request from Superintendent of Public Works Bob Lamoureux to hire a truck driver/laborer. The new addition is Paul Proulx. According to department assistant Melissa Cota, he will start work on July 25 and earn $18.62 an hour.
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Selectmen Bob McLintock asked Lamoureux if any Seekonk residents applied for the position. The superintendent said there were none. In a motion, Francis Cavaco, Bill Rice, John Whelan and Dave Parker approved Proulx's hire. McLintock did not vote in favor.
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