Local 4045 Benevolence Fund Pickleball Tournament Pickleball tournament, hosted by Local 4045 and the Red and Blue Foundation, Jan. 24, 2025 @ the Post Falls PEAK Fitness
PFFI Convention 2024 Local 4045 members attending the Idaho State Capitol in Boise.
Hands-Only CPR 2018 Brother Eric Foti teaching high school sophomores Hands-Only CPR and AED awareness.
Seattle Stairclimb 2018 Local 4045 Brothers participated in this fundraiser for the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society.
CDA School Pantries Fundraiser Local 4045 members, past and current, with Starbucks crew fundraising for area schools.
Honor Guard ~ Rathdrum Days Parade Presenting the National and State colors at Rathdrum Days 2017.
MDA Summer Camp 2017 Brother Michael enjoying time with the campers at the annual MDA Summer Camp in our area.
Pancake Benevolence Fund Breakfast 2017 Local 4045 Brothers serving our wonderful constituents at our annual fundraiser.
Winter Structure Fire 2017 Green Shift Brothers working hard, no matter what the weather does.
First Day of School 2016 Brother Avilla and Brother Kramer working to keep the kids safe on their walk to school.
Hayden Meadows Field Day 2015 Sister Tams spending time with the kids at the local schools.
Cape Horn Fire July 2015 WUI Fire in Bayview, ID
MDA Fill the Boot 2015 Brother Lyon at Fill the Boot in Hayden, ID 2015
KCEMSS Paramedic of the Year 2015 Brother Usher recognized as Paramedic of the Year 2015
Forcible Entry Training Props Recognition Brother Avilla and Other 4045 Members w/ Community Partners
CPR Save Personal Thank You Brother Maines got a personal thank you for his work in saving his life.
Good Afternoon Brothers and Sisters!
A Special Union Meeting has been scheduled for next Tuesday, 8/12/2025, @ 0930 in the conference room of Station 1. The agenda will be as follows:
1.) Wage Negotiations 2025
- Discussion and possible acceptance of District's counter-offer
2.) Discussion and Approval of Draft Language for new Section 5 to CBA Article 27.
Good Evening,
Draft language for the proposed By-Laws changes and Article 27 of the CBA (Temporary Reassignment) has been uploaded to the Union website. The draft C&B proposals are in the "Const./By-Laws" tab and the Article 27 draft language is in the "downloads" tab. There currently isn't any draft language for wage negotiations but it will be uploaded soon.
Good Afternoon Brothers and Sisters!
Our next regular Union meeting will be tomorrow, July 15th, scheduled to begin @ 0930 in the conference room of Station 1. We'll be voting in a prospective new member to our Local tomorrow, so it would be great to have everyone show up for support.
Good Morning Everyone,
Our next regular Union meeting will be next Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, @ 0930 in the conference room of Station One. We will be voting-in four (4) new members to our Local and discussing the summer wage opener as well.
Good Morning Brothers and Sisters!
Following yesterday's Union meeting, a Word document with the proposed language for Union officer pay has been uploaded to the Union website in the "downloads" tab. This is conceptual language that would be voted on at our next regularly scheduled Union meeting on Tuesday, 4/15/2025, @ 0930 in the conference room of Station 1.
Good Morning Brothers and Sisters!
The timely resolutions for PFFI Convention 2025 have been uploaded to the Union website. They're located under the "downloads" tab on the left-hand menu screen, in a folder titled "PFFI 2025 Timely Resolutions." I will be adding them as a New Business agenda item for the February Regular Union Meeting, 2/18/2025.
Union Family Picnic 08/25/25 - IAFF Local 801
Annual Local 801 Family Picnic. The date is Saturday September 27th, 2025 from 12:00pm-5:00pm at Anthony’s lake place.
All the usual menu items including chicken, ribs, clams ,Water, Beer & Wine. Barts band “Junk” will be entertaining us again and we’ll have a bounce house and ice cream truck as well.
Hope to see you all again.
ST. PAUL FIRE FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT 08/22/25 - IAFF Local 21
Saint Paul Fire Foundation is still looking for players for its September 10 (A-Shift day) golf tournament at Oak Glen in Stillwater. Donations are tax deductible and go directly to the Foundation, which provides support to Saint Paul Firefighters. If you’re looking for a rematch after our MDA tournament at Highland, this is your chance.
NOFF Mtg Wed Sept 10th 11am at Bedford FD 08/20/25 - Northern Ohio Fire Fighters
Dear NOFF Members and Friends,
The next Regular Meeting of The Northern Ohio Fire Fighters Association Membership will take place on:
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 11am (B)
Bedford IAFF Local 1683 has graciously offered to host, so we will convene that morning at:
165 Center Rd, Bedford, OH 44146
Lunch will be provided.
Bluepeak Internet/ Cable 08/18/25 - IAFF Local 2095
Members,
All stations have made the switch from Optimum to Bluepeak internet/ cable per the union's request.
Our 2-year contract costs each station $200 (before taxes) per month. As a reminder, NO city equipment (computers, IPads, iPhones, etc.) are to be connected to union Wi-Fi.
Every station should have login information posted on a white or chalk board.
UPFFA 457 (b) Plan 08/15/25 - UPFFA
The UPFFA of Connecticut has established our own 457(b) plan as an additional retirement plan option for our members.
We believe the plan is reasonably priced and offers a variety of investment options. The enclosed enrollment kit and plan fee disclosure will allow you to compare it to your current plan offering.
Battle of the Badges Pickleball Tournament 08/14/25 - IAFF Local 1563
On July 25th, members from local 1563 competed in the first annual Battle of the Badges Pickleball tournament hosted by BWI Local 1742.
The teams secured a Gold and Silver Medal.
FFIII Schultzaberger Retirement 08/14/25 - IAFF Local 1563
On Friday August 1, Anne Arundel County Professional Fire Fighter Lester Shultzaberger began his retirement after over 29 years of service to the citizens of Anne Arundel County. Last week President Addivinola, Secretary-Treasurer Palinkas, and 4th District Rep Aaron Karvar joined Station 6's crew to present a plaque to FFIII Shultzaberger commemorating his years of service.
Motorcycle group travels to Mid Atlantic Burn Camp 08/12/25 - IAFF Local 1563
Last week, members of the motorcycle group took a 400-mile round trip to Virginia to visit the Mid-Atlantic Burn Camp Campers.
2025 Mid Atlantic Burn Camp Sendoff 08/12/25 - IAFF Local 1563
On Sunday 08/03, members gathered at Johns Hopkins Hospital to assist in sending the Campers for a week at the Mid-Atlantic Burn Camp.
IAFF FALLEN FIRE FIGHTER MEMORIAL PROCESSION INFORMATION 08/11/25 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters
Brothers & Sisters,
Below is the link to register your apparatus for the 2025 IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial Procession to be held on September 20, 2025.
Staging will begin at 8am at the US Olympic & Paralympic Museum. 200 S Sierra Madre St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
IAFF FALLEN FIRE FIGHTER MEMORIAL HELP NEEDED 08/11/25 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters
?? 2025 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial – Volunteer Call to Action
?? Memorial Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
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?? Sign-Up Link: www.signupgenius.
Important TIME Change for next month-September General Membership Meeting 08/11/25 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Attention Local 244 Members,
Our General Membership Meeting on September 11, 2025, will now be held at 7:00pm instead of 10:00am in an effort to better accommodate all 9-11 memorial events scheduled during the morning hours.
Anthony Buckel Retirement 08/09/25 - Hoffman Estates Professional Fire Fighters Association, Local 2061
On July 18th 2025, Brother Anthony Buckel returned to Station 24 for his final walk off. Brother Buckel was forced into retirement due to a duty related injury after 18 years of dedicated service to this Local, Department, and citizens of Hoffman Estates.
Thank you Brother Buckel for your years of service, stories, and memories.
Kurzawinski Retirement 08/09/25 - Hoffman Estates Professional Fire Fighters Association, Local 2061
On June 28th 2025, Brother Dan Kurzawinski celebrated his 27years with the Hoffman Estates Fire Department and Local #2061. Family, friends, coworkers, and retirees gathered at Stn. 21 for his final walk off.
Thank you Dan for your dedication and service to this Local, the Department, and the residents of Hoffman Estates.
Introducing the 2025-2027 NMPFFA Executive Board 08/09/25 - NMPFFA
Introducing the New 2025-2027 NMPFFA Executive Board
The New Mexico Professional Fire Fighters Association is proud to announce our newly elected Executive Board, chosen by delegates on August 8th at the NMPFFA Convention in Farmington, New Mexico. This team of dedicated leaders is committed to advancing the safety, rights, and well-being of professional firefighters across our state.
IAFF Local 21 Mayoral Candidate Screening – City of Saint Paul 08/07/25 - IAFF Local 21
IAFF Local 21 Mayoral Candidate Screening – City of Saint Paul
On August 20th, IAFF Local 21 Saint Paul Firefighters will be conducting our official screening process for candidates running for Mayor of Saint Paul.
COLON CANCER RESEACRH 07/29/25 - Lets Fire Cancer
On Monday July 21, 2025 we had the privilege on behalf of our Very Generous Supporters of presenting a $30,000. check for Colon Cancer Research to Megan Trenery of NYU Langone Cancer Center.
GLIOBLASTOMA CANCER RESEARCH 07/29/25 - Lets Fire Cancer
On Monday July 21, 2025 we had the privilege of presenting on behalf of our Very Generous Supporters a check for $30,000. to Megan Berry from Memorial Sloan Ketting Cancer Institute for their Glioblastoma Cancer Research Program.
Officially a Firefighter 07/26/25 - IAFF Local S-6
Congratulations to John W. for completing probation, receiving his firefighter helmet shield and officially becoming an MSP Airport firefighter.
Honor Guard Service 07/26/25 - IAFF Local S-6
Congratulations to Joe G. for getting his Honor Guard service pin. Receiving this pin shows Joe’s dedication and service to the MSP Airport Fire Department Honor Guard and those they serve.
Special Award 07/26/25 - IAFF Local S-6
Congratulations to the Local S-6 Executive Board for their dedicated work on getting Battalion Chief rolls for the MSP Airport Fire Department. Pictured: Brian K. and Doug J. Not Pictured: Dan O. and Chad W.
IAFF 07/23/25 - IAFF Local 628
The IAFF is one of the largest and most influential labor unions in North America. We are committed to advancing the rights, safety, and future of fire fighters, emergency medical workers, and rescue workers across the United States and Canada.
FIRE LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE 07/23/25 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters
CPFF is a proud partner of FLC. Make your plans to attend by July 31st.
NYSLRS 07/23/25 - IAFF Local 628
Whether you’re a member, retiree or participating employer, Retirement Online gives you a convenient and secure way to do business with the Retirement System.
New York State Deferred Compensation Plan 07/23/25 - IAFF Local 628
Your journey to financial freedom starts here. Learn how easy it is to start taking advantage of the benefits available to help you reach your retirement goals.
New York State Professional Fire Fighters Association 07/23/25 - IAFF Local 628
Our members proudly serve communities and protect families across New York State. Our members respond to more than one million calls each year, ranging from structure fires to multi-vehicle accidents and medical emergencies.
Paramedic Scholarship 07/23/25 - IAFF Local 1164
The Livonia Fire Department is sponsoring seven EMT/FF's through paramedic school starting in late September 2025. Students will do their internship with the LFD and receive a monthly stipend as well. This is made possible through the 2026 State of Michigan (MDHHS) EMS Workforce Grant.
Contact Lt. Daniel Haller for an application.
MPERS Retirement Webinars 07/22/25 - PFFMaine
Are you planning on retiring? MPERS has a few webinars scheduled that will provide some great information to assist you with your planning. If you have any questions, need additional information or need to discuss it further, please contact PFFMaine's 6th District Vice-President Gerry Gay. All events are listed in our Event Calendar - So Register Today.
Yonkers Firefighters Local 628 07/18/25 - IAFF Local 628
Proudly representing the 340 members of Yonkers Firefighters Local 628 — dedicated to protecting the lives, property, and community of Yonkers with honor, courage, and commitment.
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