WEST KELOWNA – A West Kelowna assistant fire chief who was fired for allegedly driving under the influence is firing back with a wrongful dismissal law suit.
Kerry Klonteig was dismissed in October because he had received an administrative driving prohibition while operating a fire department vehicle.
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In his law suit, Klonteig claims the District “didn’t take alternative disciplinary measures consistent with its treatment of other District employees in similar circumstances.”
The 48 year old, who was earning $101,000 annually plus performance bonuses, says he’s having difficulty finding comparable employment and is seeking $152,000 in damages.
The District of West Kelowna isn’t commenting about the law suit.
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