Massachusetts: Dartmouth's Prudential Fire District Commissioner resigns before July 31 recall vote

Prudential Fire District 2 Committee member Robert Bouley resigned in the face of the July 31 recall vote. The election will still occur, though it is unclear if Bouley's name can be removed.

Bouley was set to face Paul Abrantes is running against him.

The recall efforts was over Bouley's push to remove the acting fire chief and refusing to interview him for the permanent position.. Numerous firefighters have already pushed for a no-confidence vote.

Petitioners handed in 236 signatures.