RI official from Philadelphia trip defends alleged inaction in face of offensive behavior cincinnati.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from cincinnati.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
The redevelopment of the Cranston Street Armory seems to be in limbo after an e-mail from the developers detailed David Patten’s behavior during a trip to Philadelphia to meet with Scout Ltd., the project’s potential developer.
Thorsen - who attended the Philly trip and was Patten s supervisor - denied seeking special treatment from Scout in exchange for awarding a lucrative contract.
Thorsen - who attended the Philly trip and was Patten's supervisor - denied seeking special treatment from Scout in exchange for awarding a lucrative contract.
The email from Scout Ltd. executives states the company does not “want to work with people who support casual racism and sexism and are shocked at how this reflects on the State of Rhode Island and the lack of competence there.”