Omaha Mulls Allowing Dept. to 'Outsource' Work

OMAHA, Neb. -- Councilwoman Jean Stothert said Tuesday that she doesn't seek to privatize the Omaha Fire Department. Stothert and Councilman Franklin Thompson want to give the department the authority to enter into private contracts. In a private hearing, Stothert said the plan only seeks to give the department the same leeway other departments have -- to strike deals, when appropriate, for outsourcing work. In such cases, the deal would have to be less than $20,000.
Sept. 22, 2010

OMAHA, Neb. --

Councilwoman Jean Stothert said Tuesday that she doesn't seek to privatize the Omaha Fire Department.

Stothert and Councilman Franklin Thompson want to give the department the authority to enter into private contracts.

In a private hearing, Stothert said the plan only seeks to give the department the same leeway other departments have -- to strike deals, when appropriate, for outsourcing work. In such cases, the deal would have to be less than $20,000.

The firefighter's union opposes the idea.

Copyright 2010 by KETV.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Sign up for our eNewsletters
Get the latest news and updates

Related

Videos: FDNY Crews Battle Several Multiple Alarm Blazes
Water Rescue Equipment: Time Is of the Essence
The 5 things you absolutely need when disaster strikes
Sponsored
Demystifying Band 14
Sponsored

Voice Your Opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Firehouse, create an account today!