Northern Lakes Professional Firefighters

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PFFI Convention 2019
Local 4045 Brothers advocating for Trade Unionism with other Idaho Locals at the Statehouse.

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.

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Jan. 11 Special Meeting Announcement

Good Evening, Due to the lack of quorum at out last union meeting we were not able to elect delegates and alternates for the upcoming PFFI. To allow our delegates and the union to properly plan their travel, were are calling a special meeting held on Jan. 11 at 11am located in the St. 1 conference room.

THANK YOU

To My Brothers and Sisters of Local 4045: For those of you who haven't seen the results, the levy has ended in failure. I personally am heartbroken but am proud and grateful for all of the members who selflessly gave their time and effort to distribute our message and do what they could to garner support from our community.

*ELECTION DAY SIGN-WAVING*

Good Evening Everyone! We will have 3 separate sessions for sign-waving tomorrow: 1.) 0700-0900 for morning commute, 1200-1300 & 1500-1700 for commute back home. Brother Aagesen would like to meet everyone at Hayden Super One @ 0630 to start the morning crowd. We will be targeting major intersections in Hayden and Rathdrum.

*LEVY CAMPAIGN UPDATES*

Good Evening Everyone! Levy canvassing has been successful over the past couple of weeks; the accessible, targeted Rathdrum neighborhoods have been completed and a large portion of the targeted areas in Hayden were completed today, Saturday 10/23/2021.

*REMINDER: LEVY CANVASSING*

Good Afternoon Everyone, Just a friendly reminder that neighborhood canvassing will be taking place this upcoming weekend. We will be canvassing Hayden neighborhoods on Saturday, 10/16, and Rathdrum neighborhoods on 10/17. We also still have signs to place around our District at homes and businesses if we have permission from the property owners to do so.

*NEIGHBORHOOD CANVASSING TIP SHEET*

Good Afternoon! The Safety Levy Canvassing Tip Sheet has been uploaded to the Union website, under "downloads" --> "District Levy 2021." It's a word document that you can view or print out. The next canvassing training meeting will be tomorrow, Saturday, 9/9 @ Station One beginning @ 1800.

Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations in the US and Canada.

FY2021 Fire Prevention & Safety Grant Application
01/18/22 - UPFFA
The FY 2021 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant application period is now open and will close on Friday, February 18. Start your application today by reviewing the FY 2021 Fire Prevention and Safety Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and associated guidance documents.

Collective Bargaining Update
01/18/22 - Newport News Firefighter's Association
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County Negotiations Team
01/18/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters

2022 Negotiations Team

In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr
01/17/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr

January 4, 2022: UPFFA Announces the appointment of Jeff Tomchik, Director of Legislative & Political Affairs
01/17/22 - UPFFA
The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Tomchik as the Director of Legislative and Political Affairs. Jeff is currently a Fire Lieutenant with the Danbury Fire Department and serves as Vice President of the Danbury Professional Fire Fighters, Local 801, IAFF.

February 15th, 2022 | Local 21 Ski Day
01/17/22 - IAFF Local 21
Contact Justin Brigl | Squad 02 (A) with questions.

Peer Support Training
01/17/22 - IAFF 1826
Peer Support Training for L1826 Members - Location: Ft Myers FD Station #1 2033 Jackson St. Ft. Myers, 33901 Dates: Jan 26, 27, 28 Time: 0900 - 1600 Instructors: Dr. Mary Ellen Frazier and John McMahon The class is free.

Monday Morning Headlines
01/17/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Community Education Fund, CPFF Delegate Meeting, King Soopers Strike, National Firefighter Ski Races, Avalanche Hockey Nights, Great Balls of Fire

CBA update
01/15/22 - PPFFA
Local 515 Meadville's 2020-2023 CBA is now on website in the contract section of the member's area.

CBA update
01/14/22 - PPFFA
The 2022-2023 CBA for Whitpain Local 4054 is now in the contract area of the member's section of the website. A log in is required to view.

February 2022 | Local 21 Ice Fishing Contest
01/14/22 - IAFF Local 21

LODD: IAFF Local 73
01/14/22 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
It is with profound sadness and grief that we announce the tragic line of duty death of Firefighter Benjamin Polson, of the St. Louis, MO Fire Department and member of IAFF Local 73. Firefighter Polson died while courageously fighting a house fire in the 5900 block of Cote Brilliante earlier today. Arrangements will be forthcoming.

Memorial Services for Brother Jon Flagler
01/13/22 - IAFF Local 1014

City Chapter Vacancies (1/13/22)
01/13/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
The IAFF Local 244 Executive Board is accepting letters of interest for the position of City Chapter Chief Steward and City 1st Steward for the next 14 calendar days. The Executive Board will appoint a member to serve in each position at the Executive Board meeting on February 3, 2022, until the next General Election in December 2022; in accordance with the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & Bylaws, Article VI, Section 5. All letters of interest can be turned in to the Union Hall or emailed to kesiaff244@gmail.com on or before 4pm on January 27, 2022.

3rd ANNUAL LEE COUNTY CHILI CHALLENGE
01/13/22 - IAFF 1826

CBA Update
01/12/22 - PPFFA
The updated collective bargaining agreements for Beaver Falls Local 3539, Corry Local 2102, and Greater York Local 2377 have been added to the contract area in the member's section of the website. A log in is required to view these.

Car vs. pole crash caused power outage in Springfield neighborhood
01/12/22 - IAFF Local 648
Car vs. pole crash caused power outage in Springfield neighborhood HAMPDEN COUNTY by: Tony Fay Posted: Jan 12, 2022 / 07:06 AM EST / Updated: Jan 12, 2022 / 08:26 AM EST SPRINGFIELD, Mass.

King Soopers is on STRIKE!
01/12/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

King Soopers is on STRIKE! What does that mean for us? We must be vigilant in supporting our fellow Union Sisters and Brothers as they navigate this Labor/Management dispute. Members of the UFCW Local 7 voted by 95% to strike, which means that 7600 members of the 8000 voted to strike. This being said, we can not cross the picket line.

United Food and Commercial Workers Local 7 Strike
01/11/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Car fire on Wilbraham Road in Springfield
01/11/22 - IAFF Local 648

Car fire on Wilbraham Road in Springfield HAMPDEN COUNTY by: Seth Keevaenthal Posted: Jan 10, 2022 / 12:59 PM EST / Updated: Jan 10, 2022 / 01:00 PM EST Courtesy of Springfield Fire Department SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield Arson and Bomb squad are investigating after a car fire Monday morning.

2022 SFPFF Conference
01/10/22 - Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters
January 1, 2022 All Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters State & Local Affiliate Officers: In accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws of the Southern Federation of Professional Firefighters, I am sending notice in regard to your annual membership in the organization and the 2022 SFPFF Conference.

Retirement Announcements
01/10/22 - IAFF Local 739
Chief Dan Lozzi, Captain John Thorpe, and Lieutenant Joe Fannon Sr. Retire The officers and members of Lynn Local 739 wish to congratulate Cheif Lozzi, Capt. Thorpe, and Lt. Fannon on their retirements. May you all have a happy and healthy retirement and good luck with your new chapter in life.

Monday Morning Headlines
01/09/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Community Education Fund CPFF Delegate Meeting Executive Board Meeting National Firefighter Ski Week and Races Colorado Avalanche Hockey Nights

Fairfield Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation - Tommy Fund Donation
01/09/22 - UPFFA
Fairfield Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation Presented a check for $35,200.00 to our friends at the Tommy Fund for Childhood Cancer.

51st Biennial MSCFF Convention
01/08/22 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters

Mourning the passing of John Stewart
01/08/22 - IAFF 323
For your convenience, a donation can be made to the Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society here.

2022 PPFFA/Bob Zeigler Scholarship
01/07/22 - PPFFA
The application period for the 2022 PPFFA/Bob Zeigler Scholarship Program is now open. All program information, and elegiblity details, along with the required form to apply can be found in the member section of the website. This scholarship is for dependent children of PPFFA members only.

Friday Update 1-7-22
01/07/22 - IAFF Local 1014

February 16th, 2022 | IAFF Local 21 Installation Party
01/07/22 - IAFF Local 21
SAVE THE DATE.

Blue Hometown Heros Cups
01/06/22 - IAFF 1826
$2.00 from each Blue Hometown Heroes Cup purchased at MISSION BBQ will be donated to local fire and police charities. Portions of the cup sales will go to the Local 1826 SWFL Professional Firefighters and Paramedics Leroy Nottingham Benevolent Fund. The cups will be available until March 1st. Stop by today to support your local Heroes!

January 13, 2022: Import Message from the UPFFA of Ct.
01/06/22 - UPFFA
As most of you may know, our good friend and brother Paul Rapanault is going through some challenging medical issues. Paul is a fighter, but he needs our support now. We have been in constant contact with his family and let them know Paul is also a member of our family. Although he is currently having difficulty speaking, his vision is very good.

Union Meeting Canceled - Information Session will take place tonight only
01/05/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Sisters and Brothers, January's Union Meeting has been canceled per the Local 858 Bylaws, Article VIII, Section 2. The Information Session will take place tonight. If you would like to attend the Inforamtion Session via ZOOM please Click Here. Section 2. Seven (7) members shall constitute a quorum at any regular or special meeting.

UNION MEETING AND INFORMATION SESSION - TONIGHT & TOMORROW MORNING
01/05/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

UNION MEETING AND INFORMATION SESSION - TONIGHT & TOMORROW MORNING Wednesday, January 5th at 7 pm - Information Session and Union Meeting The Information Session can be viewed over ZOOM. Please Click here for the Invitation. The business meeting will start after the Information Session.

Services and Procession Route for Firefighter Christopher Bernal
01/05/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Funeral services for Firefighter Christopher Bernal will be on Friday, January 7, 2022 at 11:00 AM. Services will be held at the First Church of the Nazarene at 3800 E. Hampden Ave, Englewood, CO, 80113. Members wishing to be present at the church when the family arrives should be there no later than 9:50 AM as the family arrives at 10:00 AM.

Honor Watch for Chris Bernal ***Urgent Need 1/4/22***
01/03/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Honor Watch for Brother Bernal has an urgent need on January 4, 2022 for 2 Shifts 1200-0400 and 0400-0800

Monday Morning Headlines
01/02/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Happy New Year! This year, we did great things on this demanding job, and the Citizens of Denver should be proud of their Denver Firefighters. Thank you for all of the amazing work you have done. I pray we all have a safe and healthy 2022.

Open Enrollment NYSPFFA Cancer/Critical Illness Plan
01/02/22 - IAFF Local 274
Brothers The NYSPFFA stopped offering the Aflac Cancer Plan in favor of the MetLife Cancer/Critical Illness Plan. MetLife has now improved its current plan and is offering you the opportunity to enroll into its new and improved version.

2 Big Wins!
01/02/22 - IAFF Local 274
Brothers On December 22nd 2021, Our Presumptive Parkinsons Bill was signed into law by Governor Hochul. This is a huge win for us .Under this law, any New York firefighter who suffers any medical condition related to Parkinson's that wasn't present before joining the service will be presumed to be related on-the-job exposure.

2022 Melrose Fire Relief Association Calendar Winners
01/02/22 - IAFF Local 1617

January 2022 IAFF Center of Excellence Webinars
01/01/22 - 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.

Local 2687 Retirements
12/30/21 - Hamden Professional Firefighters
On November 29th, 2021, members of our Department who were scheduled for retirement effective 11/30, were honored during a gathering held at the legislative council chambers. The members who submitted their retirement papers to the Hamden Employee Retirement Board effective 11/30 are: · Assistant Chief Lubowicki 21.

Boulder County Fires
12/30/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Sisters and Brothers, As you have heard and seen, there are devasting fires in our neighboring communities to the north. This fire has affected these departments and our Sisters and Brothers who live in these communities. Our hearts and prayers go out to these members and their families.

Trustee Elections 2021
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Congratulations to the Board members who retain their seats for another 5 years.

Coronavirus Update #18
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Original Message sent 05/06/21 As things continue to improve and life slowly gets back to normal we have decided that we will return to normal here at the Health & Wellness Center. Effective immediately we will resume full normal operating hours, Monday - Friday 8am-8pm and Saturday 9am-5pm.

INSURANCE PREMIUM CHANGES FOR 2021
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
INSURANCE PREMIUM CHANGES FOR 2021 There will only be minor Health Insurance premium changes for 2021.

2021 DENTAL PLANS/RATES
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
One of the more exciting proposals to come out of the 2020 Board Workshop is the addition of a new choice for dental coverage. The current selections will remain, with an additional “High PPO” option for only

2022 Medical/Dental & Supplemental Plans
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Insurance Plan Changes for 2022 The Board of Trustees met in late August for their annual workshop to set the budgets for the Health & Wellness Center and the Insurance Fund. Because of the uncertainty of the future in the insurance industry the Board elected to not make any significant changes to the Insurance Plan.