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 Morning Brothers and Sisters!
Tomorrow, October 15, 2024, will be the date for our next regular meeting, which will also include the elections for Local President, Local Secretary and Local Treasurer. Elections will be conducted commensurate with IAFF Local 4045 Constitution/By-Laws Article 5, Sec's. 6, 7 & 8.
Good Morning Brothers and Sisters!
The October Regular Meeting, on 10/15/2024 @ 0930 in the conference room of Station 1, will be the date when the elections for the following positions will occur:
1.) Local President
2.) Local Secretary
3.) Local Treasurer
This announcement is commensurate with Local 4045 C&B Art. 4, Sect. 1: Time and Place and Art. 6, Sect.
Good Evening Brothers and Sisters!
Sorry for the late notice but our regular meeting for the month of August will be tomorrow, 08/20/2024, @ 0930 in the conference room of Station 1. The meeting agenda has been added to the Union website. If there is anything last minute that needs to be added prior to the meeting, please contact President Pitts and he will get it added.
Good Morning Everyone,
The memorial service for former Kootenai Health Emergency Room physician, Dr. Mark Manteuffel, will be held at the Hagadone Event Center, located at 984 S Floating Green Dr, in Coeur d'Alene, on July 16th at 1830 hours. District Administration has authorized Class-A attire for this event. Dr.
Good Morning Brothers and Sisters!
Pursuant to IAFF Local 4045 Constitution and By-Laws, Article 4, Section 2, the E-Board has elected to hold Special Meetings every two weeks, starting Thursday, July 11th, until the conclusion of the November election. Meeting notices will be posted prior to the meeting and commensurate to C&B Article 4, Sec.
Good Afternoon Brothers and Sisters!
The Labor/Admin meeting for the month of June will be this next Tuesday, June 25th, @ 0900 in the conference room of Station 1. Following that, Levy/Admin will be conducted as well, also in the conference room of Station 1. The Zoom link for both of those meetings has been messaged out to everyone.
Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations
in the US and Canada.
Skin Cancer Legislation 10/28/24 - OPFFA
Today we celebrate a milestone in firefighter health and safety. The passing of new legislation that reduces the required time worked for many skin cancers from 15, down to 10 years.
Tennessee Fire Fighter License Plates 10/23/24 - Tennessee Professional Fire Fighters Association
Brothers & Sisters:
We'd like to take a moment to encourage those of you who live in Tennessee to consider purchasing the Tennessee IAFF license plate for your vehicle.
Proceeds from this license plate go to the Tennessee Fire Fighters Emergency Relief Fund.
MDA Bake Sale Thank You! 10/22/24 - IAFF Local S-6
Membership, Retirees and Friends,
I wanted to take a moment to extend my sincere gratitude to all who contributed to the Local S-6 Hot Dog Luncheon and MDA Bake Sale. This event has become the de facto annual AFD/Local S-6 family reunion. However, as much fun as we have, it is an absolute ton of work.
Pumpkin Drop 10/22/24 - Vernon Professional Fire Fighters Association
Promotion: Fire Inspector (Fueling Operations) 10/22/24 - IAFF Local S-6
Dear Team,
I am thrilled to announce that Josh Renneke has been selected for the Fire Inspector (Fueling Operations) position at AFD. With over 18 years of experience as an Assistant Chief of Operations, Fire Captain, Driver, and Firefighter, Josh brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this role.
Funeral Information 10/21/24 - IAFF Local 1164
Please save the date for a Celebration of Life in honor of Mayor Dennis Wright. Join us on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 1-4 p.m. at Laurel Manor on Schoolcraft Road.
FINAL REMINDER: Regular Union Meeting and Officer Elections 10/14/24 - IAFF Local 4045
Good Morning Brothers and Sisters!
Tomorrow, October 15, 2024, will be the date for our next regular meeting, which will also include the elections for Local President, Local Secretary and Local Treasurer. Elections will be conducted commensurate with IAFF Local 4045 Constitution/By-Laws Article 5, Sec's. 6, 7 & 8.
Local 135 raffle 10/11/24 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters
Wichita is conducting their annual 25 guns for Christmas Raffle. For further information or to purchase tickets go to their page . Attached to this post is a PDF version with hyperlinks to the prizes.
Union Meeting - Saturday 12th October 2024 10/11/24 - IAFF Local S-6
Local S-6 Membership,
Please note there is a union meeting tomorrow, Saturday 12th October 2024, training room at Fire Station One @ 0745 sharp. C-Shift will be going off duty and B-Shift will be coming on duty. It's YOUR union... be involved!!!
Next month's union meeting... Saturday 9th November 2024. B-Shift will be going off duty and C-Shift will be coming on duty.
PFFMaine for Gramlich 10/11/24 - PFFMaine
Representative Gramlich (House District 131) has always been on the frontlines for all of Maine's Firefighters. That is why she has earned the endorsement of the Professional Fire Fighters of Maine.
BFIT CHALLENGE 10/10/24 - Cambridge Fire Fighters
If any member is interested in joining the CFD Team, please contact FF Mike Dwyer (L1/G1)
as soon as possible so proper arrangements can be made.
GIVE CANCER THE BOOT 10/05/24 - Lets Fire Cancer
On Friday October 4, 2024 members of the Binghamton Professional Fire Fighters I.A.F.F. Local 729 held their 4th annual "GIVE CANCER THE BOOT" fund raiser. Off duty members repurposed their boots to collect donations from generous passing motorists with 100% of all donations going directly to established, promising, world class CANCER RESEARCH.This years event raised a total of $8,147.02 bring the four year total to $36,466.02. Pictured Binghamton Fire Fighter, Board Member & Event Organizer Chris Mallery (L) presents this years check to President Bill Newland.
Passing of former Mayor of Livonia Dennis Wright 10/04/24 - IAFF Local 1164
Livonia Fire & Rescue is heartbroken to learn of the passing of former Mayor of Livonia Dennis Wright. It was our pleasure to serve the citizens during his tenure, and we are forever grateful for his support.
The City of Livonia has lost a friend, mentor and Mayor – Dennis Wright passed away today at age 72.
Ontario's Firefighters Honour Their Fallen 10/03/24 - OPFFA
At 1pm on Sunday, October 6th, Ontario’s fallen firefighters will be honoured for their bravery, heroism, and sacrifice at a special ceremony held at the Ontario Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial located on the southeast corner of Queens Park.
Support Connor's Journey to Beat Cancer 10/03/24 - IAFF Local 2519
The Mashpee Permanent Firefighters Local 2519 is humbly asking for the public’s support with outstanding medical bills for one of our own. Firefighter Connor Peltier, has recently been diagnosed with Stage 3 Melanoma and undergoing aggressive treatment.
Fill the Boot 2024 10/02/24 - IAFF Local S-6
Online Donations are now available! Make an account and join the team to see who can raise the most money or donate to the team as a group effort!
MDA is dedicated to empowering people living with neuromuscular disease to achieve their potential.
Event Capacity Reached-Wait List Now Available (IAFF 244 Kid's Party) 10/02/24 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Updated: 10/2/24
EVENT CAPACITY REACHED-NO ADDITIONAL RSVP's WILL BE ACCEPTED AS OF 10/2/24.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE ADDED TO THE WAIT LIST PLEASE TEXT KELLY AT 505-288-2313 FOR INFORMATION.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 10/01/24 - IAFF Local 21
This October, as we focus on raising awareness for Breast Cancer. Early screening and education are the keys to saving more lives.
RSF Fire Foundation Partnership 09/30/24 - IAFF Local 4349
We kindly ask for your support of our Fire Foundation, which funds vital community events and provides ongoing financial and resource support. Your generosity directly impacts our ability to serve and strengthen the community. Any contribution is greatly appreciated.
Tier 2 Rally 09/30/24 - Hoffman Estates Professional Fire Fighters Association, Local 2061
If you are earning a Tier 2 Pension, you should consider attending the "Fix Tier 2 State Capital Rally Day" in Springfield.
A show of solidarity on the steps of the State Capital may show the Legislators how important it is to fix the wrongs with the system.
Disaster Relief Team or Disaster Relief Application 09/27/24 - IAFF 1826
Brothers and Sisters,
If you need assistance due to storm damage, please complete all the information on the attached Disaster Relief Application using the link below and return it to info@local1826.com.
https://www.iaff.org/wp-content/uploads/Disaster-Relief-Application-2024.
MSP AFD Blanket Order 09/27/24 - IAFF Local S-6
Hello Everyone,
It’s been a couple of years since we’ve placed a blanket order and with all the new hires, now is a good time to place another. Pricing is dependent on the total quantity we order; and to make it worthwhile we need at least 12 orders to make this happen.
IAFF Local 244 Kids Halloween Party 2024-Nearing Capacity 09/26/24 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Updated: 9/26/24
Posted: 9/23/24
Local 244 Kid’s Halloween Party!! Costumes Welcome!
The 2024 Annual Kid’s Party will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Main Event from 10:00am(check-in)-2:00pm.
Fire Marriages / Relationships, Two In–Two Out 09/25/24 - IAFF Local 1014
PEER SUPPORT WEBINAR
Fire Marriages/Relationships,
Two In –Two Out
Long-term committed relationships are difficult at best.
Almost 50 % of all marriages in the United States will end in divorce or separation. Researchers estimate that 41 % of all first marriages end in divorce.
NOTIFICATION: Officer Elections 09/24/24 - IAFF Local 4045
Good Morning Brothers and Sisters!
The October Regular Meeting, on 10/15/2024 @ 0930 in the conference room of Station 1, will be the date when the elections for the following positions will occur:
1.) Local President
2.) Local Secretary
3.) Local Treasurer
This announcement is commensurate with Local 4045 C&B Art. 4, Sect. 1: Time and Place and Art. 6, Sect.
Kelowna Stair Climb 09/20/24 - Vernon Professional Fire Fighters Association
Vernon Professional Firefighters
Membership Update 09/20/24 - IAFF Local 3
IAFF Local 3 Secretary/Treasurer
September 18, 2024
Hello Membership,
Your principal officers want to keep everyone updated on events with the open investigation, steps taken to mitigate further loss and recouping some of our funds.
First off, the open investigation, P.D. has assured us they are diligently working on our case.
MDA Boot Drive 2024 09/18/24 - IAFF Local 2629
Independence Township Residents: THANK YOU!
We had the privilege of raising $18,693.94 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association this year during our #FillTheBoot weekend! Thank you for your generous donations in the intersections and at the Clarkston Varsity Football Game.
OPEN ENROLLMENT 09/18/24 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
GIANNA GRACE VS BRAIN TUMOR 09/17/24 - IAFF Local 1164
Gianna Grace (better known as GiGi) is a sweet, sassy and full of life 5 year old little girl who was diagnosed with an aggressive grade 4 medulloblastoma (large cancerous brain tumor) just over a week ago (sept 13 2024).
GiGi and her family began this battle at Children’s hospital in Detroit under the most amazing neurosurgical team.