Emergency Agency Director's Appeal Denied by Charles Town Commission
Jefferson County Emergency Services Agency Director denied appeal at Commission meeting
The Journal | Thursday, October 2, 2025
At a recent meeting in Charles Town, the Jefferson County Commission denied an appeal from Emergency Services Agency Director Mike Sine, who was reprimanded for insubordination after failing to attend crucial budget meetings. During the meeting, Sine expressed concerns about staffing and funding models that don't accommodate the agency's needs, emphasizing the challenges of managing emergency services within restricted hours. This situation reveals ongoing tensions regarding resource allocation and effective management of local emergency services amidst changing financial landscapes.