The Dallas Civil Service Board convened on June 3, 2025, to deliberate on a significant case involving the promotion of a firefighter from the Dallas Fire Rescue Department (DFR). The primary focus of the meeting was to determine whether William Jordan Carter had established that DFR violated civil service rules by not promoting him from an eligibility list that expired on June 20, 2024.

During the meeting, board members clarified that the discussion was strictly about the interpretation of civil service rule 4.4, which pertains to sworn service appointments and promotions. The board emphasized that previous grievances regarding the department's management of personnel rules were not part of this hearing.

Chairman Burdade noted that while Carter's name was indeed placed on the eligibility list, the question at hand was whether the DFR had violated the civil service rule by not promoting him. After thorough deliberation, the board concluded that the civil service rules had been followed correctly. The members unanimously agreed that the DFR had complied with the regulations, as the eligibility list was valid for 18 months and Carter's name was included.

The board ultimately voted on the question of whether Carter had proven a violation of the rule. The motion to affirm that no violation occurred passed with three members voting against the claim and one member voting in favor. This decision underscores the board's commitment to upholding civil service regulations and ensuring fair processes within the Dallas Fire Rescue Department.

The outcome of this meeting highlights the importance of adherence to established rules in civil service matters and sets a precedent for future cases regarding promotions within the department.