Fri Sep 06 22:48:00 UTC 2024: – Employees in Maine’s gambling control unit support their executive director Milton Champion following a vote of no confidence by casino inspectors
– The casino inspectors allege that Champion fostered a toxic workplace and undermined casino regulations with a schedule change preventing them from working two days per week
– A different group of employees in the unit wrote a letter expressing support for Champion, citing his open-door policy and approachable demeanor
– The department is familiar with the casino inspectors’ earlier letter and is actively conducting a grievance process and impact bargaining
– Champion did not publicly respond to the letter from the casino inspectors expressing no confidence
– The casino inspectors maintain their criticisms of Champion, citing retaliation, a toxic work environment, and concerns about changes made regarding regulation and services provided to casinos and taxpayers.

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