'Pains Me Deeply to Go': Overton Fire Chief Retires Citing Drama, Internal Conflict

Overton fire chief resigns citing ‘excessive drama’, ‘ongoing internal conflict’

The Overton Volunteer Fire Chief announced his retirement Friday, citing a “toxic environment” created by other city officials.

'Pains me deeply to go': Overton fire chief retires citing drama, internal conflict

OVERTON, Texas (KETK) -- Overton Fire Chief Mickey Hamilton announced his retirement on Thursday, effective immediately, citing drama and ongoing internal conflict, including alleged micromanagement from the city manager, as his main reasons for the sudden departure. LIST: What to know about every Texas DPS alert In a letter, Hamilton stated that the disrespect displayed by the city manager had rendered the role untenable. He said this was…

Overton fire chief retires citing 'excessive drama, ongoing internal conflict'

Chief Hamilton said he is left with no choice but to walk away for his own well-being to preserve his integrity