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Guest Opinion | William Paparian: Don’t Tax Fixed-Income Seniors to Fix Fire Stations
William Paparian, a long-time supporter of the Pasadena Fire Department, defeated former Mayor Jo Heckman in the 1987 primary with backing from Firefighters Union Local 809. During his 12-year tenure, he advocated for expanded fire department resources and competitive pay.
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