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Carol Stream FPD conducts termination proceedings
The Carol Stream Fire District has begun a formal termination hearing for one of its battalion chiefs, Joseph Gilles. The Daily Herald has been closely following the case and published an article on February 12, 2014, detailing the start of the proceedings.
According to Karl Ottosen, attorney for Fire Chief Richard Kolomay, the charges against Gilles are serious and include refusing to sign a performance improvement plan twice, a lack of peer trust, and falling asleep during meetings. Ottosen said that Kolomay had addressed Gilles' performance issues since he became chief in 2010, citing problems with leadership, hygiene, weight, and communication.
During the hearing, Gilles’ attorney, Aldo Botti, argued that Gilles had served the district for 18 years and should not be treated unfairly. He emphasized that Gilles’ rights should not be violated simply because the chief did not like him.
Gilles testified that an evaluation from 2007 noted that he needed to earn his peers’ respect and that his uniform appearance was substandard. He also confirmed that his weight had increased significantly over the years, from 240 pounds when hired to 361 pounds in a recent physical.
An email from Kolomay in September 2012 instructed Gilles to gather information about a paramedic call, which Gilles later reported as being below standard. However, he admitted that his report didn’t include contacting the hospital or the family, contradicting earlier claims.
Ottosen also alleged that Gilles fell asleep during two meetings, including one during an emergency operation meeting after flooding. A video of Gilles sleeping was reportedly taken by the police chief, leading to his being found "unfit for duty" pending a sleep study.
The PIP, issued on July 27, outlined three key concerns: poor management skills, lack of peer respect, and a lack of trust in his leadership. Gilles refused to sign it, despite showing up on July 29 in a new uniform and bringing treats for the staff.
Kolomay gave Gilles three options: sign the PIP, agree to an amicable separation, or face termination. Gilles chose none, and the process moved forward.
Before the hearing, a motion was granted to keep testimony related to the August 25, 2012, paramedic call confidential due to an ongoing lawsuit. The hearing resumed on Thursday afternoon.
Another article from February 15, 2014, featured testimony from Lt. Robert Schultz, who served under Gilles for nearly four years. He described Gilles’ performance as a "nightmare" and said he never reported the issues due to fear of retaliation.
Schultz, now acting battalion chief, testified that Gilles was good at checking boxes but lacked command presence and respect. He mentioned Gilles’ poor uniform appearance, late arrivals, and instances of falling asleep during meetings.
Schultz also revealed that he had shared concerns about the August 25, 2012, call with Gilles, but Gilles failed to escalate them. Later, Gilles investigated the incident and recommended disciplinary action, but the EMS director was never notified, according to his testimony.
This ongoing legal battle highlights the complex dynamics within the fire department and the serious nature of the allegations against Gilles. The case continues to unfold, with more details expected in the coming days.
Thanks, Dan.