IAFF Local Newswire

Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations in the US and Canada. Announcements/Weekly Covid Update 01/26/21 - Cambridge Fire Fighters Brothers and Sisters, Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the February Regular Meeting will be held virtually, via Zoom, on Tuesday, February 2nd at 7pm.  In order to participate in the meeting, please email Secretary John Magee at JLMagee76@gmail.com from your personal email address and request a Zoom meeting link. Coffee with Dr. Koval 01/26/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 TODAY -  Coffee with Dr. Koval will feature Assistant Chief Chad Burdorf and Division Chief Tony Martin discussing their cancer experiences. Please tune in at 1300hrs via the Teams App on the Station Computer. Autumnwood Place Structure Fire 01/25/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 11:21 P.M. on Thursday, January 21, 2021, Local members responded to a reported house fire on Autumnwood Place in Highlands Ranch. The 911 caller reported hearing a loud noise and saw flames in a bathroom. Thankfully no one in the home was injured and they safely evacuated outside. First arriving members observed smoke visible from the 2nd floor. Krameria Way House Fire 01/25/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 On Tuesday January 19, 2021 just after 10:15 a.m., Local members responded to a house fire on S. Krameria Way in Centennial. A group of workers at a home across the street reported flames and smoke coming out of a chimney. Members from Engine 33 arrived on scene and found active fire coming from the chimney. TEE SHIRTS - HOODIES FOR CANCER RESEARCH 01/23/21 - Lets Fire Cancer Dear Friends, here is an opportunity for you to upgrade your wardrobe and support CANCER RESEARCH. You can order one of our short sleeve tee shirts with our logo (available in navy heather only) and/or one of our hoodies with our logo (available in black only). The online sale runs until Sunday February 28, 2021. 2021 | Local 21 Annual Ice Fishing Contest 01/23/21 - IAFF Local 21 Friday Update 1-22-21 01/22/21 - IAFF Local 1014 New Officers 01/21/21 - Colorado Springs Professional Firefighters First, we want to THANK our outgoing President David Noblitt. We wish him the best in his next endeavor. We wish to Congradulate our new Local Officers: President Curt Crumb, 1st VP Kent Smith Elected to another term: 2nd VP Chris Jones, 4th VP Chris Weaver, 3rd Trustee Drew Cahill Emeritus Award for L2687 Member 01/20/21 - Hamden Professional Firefighters January 20, 2021 Emeritus status is an honorary designation conferred upon a member to recognize their contributions and accomplishments over their careers. During last night’s Local 2687 monthly meeting (1/19/21), Past President Kurt Vogt was unanimously voted to Emeritus status. Kurt has been heavily involved with union activities for the better part of 20 years. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Captain Michael Horn. 01/20/21 - Canton Professional Firefighters Association It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Captain Michael Horn. Captain Horn passed away on January 17th, 2021 after a brief battle with illness. Mike was hired by The City of Canton on April 24,1989 and was promoted to the rank of Captain on April, 13th 2002. Prior to being hired with CFD, he served in the United States Air Force. Missouri Phase 1B Vaccine Activation 01/20/21 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters On Thursday, January 14, 2021 at NOON the Governor's Office hosted an informational briefing for members of the media and provided details for the activation of Phase 1B of Missouri's COVID-19 Vaccination Plan. February Meeting Canceled 01/19/21 - IAFF Local 42 Fire forces 3 from Saffron Circle home 01/19/21 - IAFF Local 648 Fire forces 3 from Saffron Circle home Updated Jan 16, 2021; Posted Jan 16, 2021 Facebook Share Twitter Share By Dave Canton | dcanton@repub.com Three people were forced from their 198 Saffron Circle home Saturday afternoon when an apparent car fire in an attached garage extended into the home. Monday Morning Headlines 01/18/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good Monday Morning This week:  Martin Luther King Day 1/18 Executive Board Meeting 1/20 Health and Benefits Director  COVID Vaccine City Chapter 4th Steward Vacancy 01/15/21 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters  The IAFF Local 244 Executive Board is accepting letters of interest for City 4th Steward for the next 14 calendar days. The Executive Board will appoint a member to serve in this position on February 4, 2021 until the next General Election in accordance with the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & Bylaws, Article VI, Section 5. Local 21 Regrets to Announce the Passing of Retired FF George Ubel 01/15/21 - IAFF Local 21 Local 21 regrets to announce the passing of retired Firefighter George F. Ubel. Firefighter Ubel started with the Saint Paul Fire Department on January 01, 1958 and retired in 1991 from Ladder 24 on the A Shift. George F. Ubel George passed away on January 09, 2021 at the age of 91. January 13, 2021: Police Officers, Firefighters, EMS and First Responders get vaccinated 01/15/21 - UPFFA Wednesday, January 13, 2021: Police officers, Firefighters and EMS first responders from across the state were vaccinated at Hartford HealthCare’s vaccine clinic located at the CT Convention Center Wednesday. County Chapter Chief Steward Vacancy 01/15/21 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters The IAFF Local 244 Executive Board is accepting letters of interest for County Chapter Chief Steward for the next 14 calendar days. The Executive Board will appoint a member to serve in this position on February 4, 2021 until the next General Election in accordance with the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & Bylaws, Article VI, Section 5. Friday Update 1-16-21 01/15/21 - IAFF Local 1014 2020 Officer Election Results 01/13/21 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters The IAFF Local 244 Executive Board would like to thank all candidates and voting members who participated in the General Election. Very special thanks to the Election Committee and volunteers that helped make this a successful election. Congratulations to the new Executive Officers. COVIDVets 01/13/21 - Suncoast Firefighters Epic moment in time. COVID has overtaken so many lives the last year and I am hopeful for the future. COVIDRogazy 01/13/21 - Suncoast Firefighters FSPPFF HOLDS OFFICER ELECTIONS 01/13/21 - UPFFA The Federation of State and Provincial Professional Fire Fighters (FSPPFF) held its officer elections by mail-in ballot and virtual submission in December. Two officers – Chair Pete Carozza (Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters of Connecticut) and Vice-Chair Bobby Lee (Hawaii State Fire Fighters Association) were re-elected to their positions. Weekly Covid Update 1/12/2021 01/13/21 - Cambridge Fire Fighters Brothers and Sisters, Please find the weekly Covid update.   As we proceed with our initial dose of Moderna vaccine, please continue to comply with all Departmental guidelines.  Although vaccination is an important step in getting back to normal, it does not confer immediate protection.  A second dose is required 28 days after the first dose. Union Meeting Info 01/13/21 - IAFF Local 739 Union Meeting Information From this point forward, please log in to your profile to see any information regarding union meetings. Thank you. Results | L21 Annual Big Buck Contest 2020 01/12/21 - IAFF Local 21 Click the graphic below to view awards and photos. 2021 1014 Executive Board Swearing In 01/12/21 - IAFF Local 1014 Benevolent Fund & TV Fund Deductions 01/12/21 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters Attention Members: Be advised, deductions for Benevolent and TV Fund will be deducted during the month of (January 2021) in accordance with Article IV, Section 6 and Section 10 of the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & Bylaws.  City Chapter Members: Please be advised that deductions for Benevolent Fund and TV Fund are scheduled to come out on the next scheduled pay period. Monday Morning Headlines - Late Evening Edition 01/11/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good Monday Morning - Evening Edition! This week:  Coffee with Dr. Koval  Tomorrow - 1/12 @ 1 pm  Local 858 Leadership Summit 1/13-1/15 ( EBoard Members) January 2021: IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery 01/09/21 - UPFFA The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is hosting an online education series for IAFF members, other first responders, healthcare providers, clinicians and the community at large. Upcoming January webinars include: Introduction to Fire Fighter Behavioral Health: Enhancing Your Knowledge January 14, 2021 | 12:00 p.m. January 7, 2021: Expanded accidental death benefit for spouses of New Jersey firefighters and Police 01/08/21 - UPFFA Murphy signs $50k minimum annual accidental death benefit for N.J. police, firefighters The governor signed a bill named for Dominick Marino, the former President of the State Firefighters Association, expanding accidental death benefits for members of the Police and Firemen's Retirement System. Gov. 2021-2022 Local F-147 Leadership 01/08/21 - International Association of Firefighters Our new Executive Board and Stewards are all seated for the 2021-2022 term. Chatfield Balloon Rescue 01/08/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 10:48 a.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2021, Local members responded to the Massey Draw area at Chatfield State Park for a possible ice rescue. A person passing by noticed something that appeared to have fallen through the ice, which prompted their call for help. Friday Update 1-8-21 01/08/21 - IAFF Local 1014 BECOME A SUPPORTING MEMBER! 01/08/21 - Lets Fire Cancer Dear Friends,   In this unprecedented time of the COVID-19 Pandemic, like most non profit organizations we too have been affected. Most of our fund raising events have had to be postponed. I humbly ask each of you to please consider joining us as a "SUPPORTING MEMBER". For $25. May 7, 2021: Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut Golf Tournament 01/07/21 - UPFFA Union Meeting and Informational Session Today! 01/06/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 The Union Meeting will take place today Thursday, January 7th, at 8:30 a.m.  Space will be limited, so we will be using Sign-Up Genius to RSVP. The meeting will start with an Information Session via ZOOM, and then business will be conducted offline. Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month 01/05/21 - IAFF 522 January Is Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month! The content on this website is designed to help IAFF leaders, members and their fire departments become more educated and aware about why cancer cases are on the rise in the fire service and provides best practices on how to limit day-to-day exposures to carcinogens. Pfizer Vaccine Fact Sheet 01/05/21 - IAFF Local 274 IAFF Position on Covid Vaccine 01/05/21 - IAFF Local 274 The City of White Plains is offering us as first responders, an opportunity to get the Pfizer vaccination.All brothers should have been asked by thier Deputy if they wanted one.We know there are probably more questions than answers on this matter,but we thought you might want to see the Internationals position. Union Meeting Reminder - Updated Links 01/05/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 WIth the COVID Level being dropped to Orange the Union Meetings will take place on Wednesday, January 6th, at 7 p.m. and Thursday, January 7th, at 8:30 a.m.   Space will be limited, so we will be using Sign-Up Genius to RSVP. The meetings will start with an information session via ZOOM, and then business will be conducted offline. Weekly Covid Update 1/4/2021 & Meeting Reminder 01/04/21 - Cambridge Fire Fighters Brothers and Sisters, Please find the latest Covid Numbers.  The following Members have given us permission to notify you that they have tested positive for Covid since last week's update: Hugh Devlin, Kyle McLaughlin, Derek Jordan, and Nicole Signoretti.  The EMS Division has been in contact with all CFD Members who they consider close contacts per the CDC definition. 2021 St. Paddy Day Shirts 01/04/21 - IAFF 1826 The 2021 St. Paddy Day Shirts are now available to order. The short sleeve is in green only and the long sleeve is in white only.  Both have been approved to wear on duty on the designated days.  Again, a huge thank you to the T-Shirt committee for their time and awesome design.  https://local1826.wearthefund. Monday Morning Headlines 01/03/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good Monday Morning and Happy New Year!  * Union Meeting * Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month * COVID Update January 2021 Meeting Announcement 01/02/21 - Cambridge Fire Fighters Brothers and Sisters, Local 30's January Meeting will be held this upcoming Tuesday, January 5, 2020 via Zoom.  In order to attend, you must email JLMagee76@gmail.com from your personal (non-CFD) email address to request a Zoom link.  After you request a link, you will receive an email confirmation containing further information. Management’s Personnel Fill-In and Movement Procedure 01/01/21 - IAFF Local F283 Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month 01/01/21 - UPFFA This new year begins with Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month, kicking off January 4. (Remember to bookmark this site for quick and easy access anytime.) Each week of this campaign focuses on a specific theme.

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