Bob Nicks, President of the Austin Firefighters Association, will hold a press conference today regarding Fire Chief Joel Baker's removal. Nicks criticized Baker for issuing a standing order on June 6 that prevented firefighters from assisting during the July 4 flooding. He plans a vote among firefighters against Baker, stating dissatisfaction with his leadership. Baker responded by justifying resource allocation for local needs while deploying some personnel for rescue operations during the floods. Nicks expressed that Baker's actions warrant accountability and potential dismissal.
Nicks stated that after Fire Chief Baker's standing order on June 6, Austin firefighters were prevented from deploying to assist with the 4th of July flooding rescue efforts.
Chief Baker emphasized the need for balance in resource allocation, explaining that AFD did deploy personnel for water rescues but with limitations due to local priorities.
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