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Bob is one of the best in the Commonwealth, yet Brownie lets him go to the State. He will be very difficult to replace and this is a major hit to Northampton County losing his talents and experience. Remember, we as taxpayers paid for his training and experience and now will lose that to the State. Too bad Brownie did not counter him hard to keep him.
ReplyDeleteZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ No one is irreplaceable. No real story here - move on
ReplyDeleteCan't blame this on Brown (not that I wouldn't like to).
ReplyDeleteCounty is like TripleA ball, and Mateff just got called up to the bigs. The County couldn't possibly compete on salary or sex-appeal of the new gig.
"Luis Campos called Mateff's departure "a great opportunity for the County," "
It's like Campos is just a random word algorithm.
Brownie lets him go to the State.
ReplyDeleteYou are an ass. This is a promotion and a great opportunity for Bob. He will be missed but can be replaced.
Bob got his job because of political patronage with a corrupt Northampton County administration. He was a former deputy sheriff that served legal papers and he knew nothing about Emergency management and got "on the job" training while receiving a big salary. He was at the head of controversy because of his in-experience and at the time was a very poor choice for that position. I say "good luck Bob". You almost screwed up a county 911 system and now that we trained you, you are screwing the taxpayers by leaving.
ReplyDelete"Bob got his job because of political patronage with a corrupt Northampton County administration."
ReplyDeleteyou're welcome.
"He was at the head of controversy because of his in-experience and at the time was a very poor choice for that position."
ReplyDeletebullshit.
Norco's loss is PA's gain. Good luck, Bob!
ReplyDeleteHaving worked in the EMA world Mr. Mateff has done a fantastic job with EMA and the 911 Center. He has a competent staff and works well with the municipalities. Going to PEMA is a great opportunity and moving up a job ladder is normal.
ReplyDeleteNorthampton County is better off because of Bob's leadership.
This is certainly a loss for the county. It's frightful to think about the potential that Brownie will choose some inexperienced ass clown to be Bob's successor. Hopefully, in-house talent will be considered first. Or, maybe he'll follow suit and just leave the position vacant.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunate. A true loss for county emergency prep. The guy knew his stuff and was approachable on any and all issues. I have no confidence Brown will find another individual with Bob's expertise. We are in trouble..again and again..
ReplyDeleteThis is a loss for all of NORCO. I hope Council gets more than 3 days to approve his replacement!
ReplyDeleteWorked with Bob many times and he is one of the nicest and most knowledgeable people I know. Good Luck, Bob!
ReplyDeleteBob's knowledge of the county, home rule charter, admin code and hr policies is unmatched. Huge loss for the county. Have to wonder if Brown had hired him for Director of Administration if he would be staying. He is better off going.
ReplyDeleteKnew Bob for years.He was a knowledgeable straight shooter Who will be missed.
ReplyDeleteIs Doran next?
ReplyDeleteHopefully they will get someone with a brain. Then just maybe emergency management will run like it should. PEMA good luck!
ReplyDeleteI hope this is a start to cleaning the 911 center out of the useles idiots it has in there.
ReplyDeleteSorry to see Bob go. He has been a strong leader who turned Northampton County 911 and EMA into a first class operation. Best of luck, Bob!
ReplyDeleteBad for Norco, good for PA.
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