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Council candidate wins lawsuit against city of Troy BY SARAH WRIGHT
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TROY — Ed Ross, a candidate running for the Troy City Council, has prevailed in
his lawsuit against the city of Troy. Ross had challenged the city’s termination of his position as a volunteer firefighter. “The judge’s ruling confirms what I’ve been saying all along: my termination last
year was wrong, illegal and politically motivated,” Ross said in an email. “The city created a brand-new rule designed specifically to target me for running for office. That rule was unconstitutional, and the judge agreed.”
In May 2024, Ross was informed by the Troy Fire Department that his employment had been terminated. In a letter he received from Troy Fire Chief Peter Hullinger, Ross See LAWSUIT on page 24A
Fifty-five years of fun
The volunteer-driven Troy Family Daze celebrated its 55th year Sept. 11-14 at Troy Civic Center, featuring a variety of attractions that ranged from live music and strolling performers to carnival rides and more. Proceeds from the festival will be donated to charitable groups around town by the Troy Community Foundation. Photos provided by Amy Randolph
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