Hostile workplace suit in St. Paul

Pioneer Press Wed, 05 Dec 2007 22:48:26 -0700
St. Paul Police Chief John Harrington target of two complaints, lawsuit

After more than three years of relatively smooth relations between St. Paul Police Chief John Harrington and his officers, the honeymoon appears to be over.Things came to a head this week with two hostile-workplace complaints filed by high-ranking officers against Harrington, and a lawsuit by the police union alleging unfair labor practices: -- A commander and sergeant allege Harrington treated them unfairly and retaliated against them for supporting political candidates he opposed. -- Both officers became aware that Harrington was being paid to work in off-duty jobs and expressed concerns over it. -- The lawsuit claims Harrington is giving police jobs to civilians, which the union said threatens public safety.

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