Overview

• An arbitrator this month upheld an award ordering Dominic Biscari reinstated with back pay, a three-day suspension, and eligibility to drive fire apparatus.
• Biscari has not been returned to duty as the case moves to Jackson County Circuit Court for confirmation and the city pursues legal remedies.
• Families and friends of the victims expressed shock and oppose his return to a safety-sensitive driving role, according to their attorney and community members.
• The firefighters union says the city violated contractual due process by skipping required hearings and findings, while Biscari’s attorney urged immediate reinstatement.
• Reporting also notes Biscari’s EMT license was reinstated months ago, KCFD expanded pumper-driver training, and the City Council earlier rejected a settlement exceeding $900,000.