HAMTRAMCK, Mich. (WXYZ) — For the past 24 years, Detective Jacqueline Crachiola bravely put her life on the line in order to help keep city streets safe.
But, she says she recently learned about devastating cuts to the health insurance benefits of Hamtramck police and fire retirees.
“It so hurtful, and this is something I have to explain to my family now, just before the holidays,” says Jacqueline.
She adds, “Of all things, I read about it on Facebook, then got a letter from the city in late October.”
As of now, she says the changes are expected to take affect on January 1st. They are being implemented as a cost saving measure, and will represent nearly an 80% reduction in coverage.
Crachiola says a loop hole in their contracts is making the cuts possible.
We have reached out to the city manager for Hamtramck for comment but have not heard back yet.
“For so many of us, there are injuries and emotional pains from being in this line of work and we really need the help now,” says Crachiola.
