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Council Gridlock Over Hiring Probe | Lake Charles News
Sulphur City Council erupted in chaos during a packed Monday night meeting, delaying two major votes amid fiery debate over hiring practices and outdated charter rules. Councilman Danny DiPetta pushed for an investigation into city hiring procedures, sparking accusations from Mayor Jacob Stutes that DiPetta and Councilman Troy Darby were meddling in his decisions. The crowd, visibly frustrated, called the council dysfunctional — one resident likened their arguments to debating what drink to order. After heated exchanges, the council postponed the hiring probe for 30 days, opting instead for a…
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