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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KCSD/Mad Bomber Event

Hey Everyone! Just a heads up, Kootenai County Sheriff's Association has followed us up as the next organization that will be brewing and selling a beer in collaboration with Mad Bomber Brewing in Hayden. Their release party will be on August 10th at Mad Bomber. He is interested in using Brother Gernns for food service, as well.

UNION T-SHIRTS

Brothers and Sisters! The new Union t-shirt design is available for order on the Union website. Now, I am still working on revamping the format for the Online Storefront. So, unfortunately, I will have to take a bulk order this go around before I will be able to finish setting it up for individual orders, one at a time, at your leisure. Bear with me as I develop this new process.

NOTICE: Special Negotiations Meeting

Good Evening Everyone, Local 4045's E-Board has scheduled a special meeting, regarding contract negotiations, for Tuesday, July 9th @ 1300 at Station 3 in Garwood. The meeting is later than a normal Union meeting due to countywide TCR that morning. This meeting will come after our first negotiations meeting with District administration, which will be happening on Monday, July 1st @ 0900.

Good Afternoon and Happy Father's Day! The next regularly scheduled Union meeting has been moved from it's original date to Tuesday, June 25th, at 0930, being held at Garwood Station 3. This decision was made by the quorum at the May Regular Meeting. The agenda has not yet been updated but please send any agenda items to Secretary Pitts. Thank you.

Mad Bomber Beer Release Party

Good Afternoon Everyone! Our Mad Bomber Beer Release Party this last Saturday, June 8th, was a stupendous success! We had an excellent turnout from the public and first responders alike. A big "thank you" to the following individuals is in order: Brother Tyler Turrell was instrumental as a point-of-contact and overall crucial implement of the planning process.

MAD BOMBER BEER RELEASE PARTY

Everyone! This is just a final reminder that our special edition IPA will be released tomorrow at Mad Bomber Brewery in Hayden, June 8th beginning around 1500. Please wear 4045 apparel if you have it to identify yourself with our Local. We need people to show up to be social and help out if Mad Bomber needs us to.

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

RETIREMENTS AND PROMOTIONS
07/14/19 - New London Fire Fighters
There has been many recent changes to the NLFD staff. -Battalion Chief Roger Tompkins, firefighter Jonathan Cook and firefighter Rod Ventura have retired. Please see The Day's article about these members: https://www.theday.

Wednesday, July 10, 2019: Photos from PTSI Bill Signing
07/12/19 - UPFFA

Friday Update 7-12-19
07/12/19 - IAFF Local 1014

Firebrick For Firefighters At Skinners
07/12/19 - IAFF Local 21

Wednesday, July 10, 2019: General President Harold Schaitberger Ct. Visit
07/11/19 - UPFFA
Wednesday, July 10, 2019: General President Harold Schaitberger visit to Connecticut and stopping by Waterbury Fire Department & Local 1339 for a station visit.

Passing of Chief Donald L. Henry, Sr.
07/11/19 - International Association of Firefighters

IAFF Local F-147 regrets to announce the passing of Chief Donald L. Henry, Sr., age 80 of Howell, and formerly of Long Branch, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 10, 2019. Born in Perth Amboy he had lived in Long Branch before moving to Howell 4 years ago. Affectingly known as “Dink”, he retired as the Fire Chief from the Naval Weapon Station Earle in 1993.

MSCFF - IAFF PEP Class
07/11/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
Register for the MSCFF IAFF Partnership Education Program. PEP offers a wide variety of workshops designed to empower union officers to become more effective leaders. This event will be held on Monday, July 29, 2019 at the Hilton Promenade, Branson, MO. Register Online: http://www.iaff.

2019 MSCFF Convention Call
07/11/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
March 8, 2019 All local affiliates and leaders, The Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters will hold its 50th biennial convention July 28th-31st 2019. The convention will be hosted by Joplin L-59 and Southern Mo Professional Fire Fighters L-152 and will be held at The Hiltons of Branson. The Hilton Branson Convention Center 200 East Main St Branson, MO 65616 866.442.

Byrne Out Cancer Foundation Fundraiser
07/11/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
Register for this Event here.

SPFD ERN the BURN 5K Family Event
07/09/19 - IAFF Local 21
SPFD ERN the BURN 5K Family Event Apparel For Sale CLICK LINK HERE TO VIEW AND PURCHASE ITEMS Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 8 AM – 1 PM 5k at Lake Phalen FREE FUN EVENT FOR ALL! Earn 50 Healthy Saint Paul points by participating in 1 of 4 options.

Local 21 Regrets To Announce The Passing Of Retired Firefighter Mike McQuaid
07/08/19 - IAFF Local 21

Local 21 regrets to announce the passing of Retired Firefighter Mike McQuaid who passed away on May 8, 2019. Firefighter McQuaid started with the Saint Paul Fire Department on October 16, 1976 and retired on December 28, 1998. Funeral Thursday, July 11th at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, St. Paul, MN. Location: Area/Shelter #4, corner of LaBelle Dr.

Friday Update 7-5-19
07/05/19 - IAFF Local 1014

Retired FF David Cugini Services
07/02/19 - Local 1347

WFD regrets to announce the death of retired Firefighter David J Cugini on July 1 ,2019. FF Cugini was appointed to the department on September 21, 1961 and retired on August 15, 1980. David's family was hoping that members of the WFD stand by the casket. They are well aware that this is going to be difficult with the services being on Cape Cod on Friday the day after the 4th.

RESTORE HYPER WELLNESS & CRYOTHERAPY
07/02/19 - IAFF Local 21
RESTORE HYPER WELLNESS & CRYOTHERAPY is offering a free day for Firefighters to stop in and try out their Wellness treatments at the Woodbury location. On July 10th from 1200-1600 anyone from the Firefighting profession can stop in and check it out. Family is also welcome.

JOIN US!
07/01/19 - IAFF Local 3972

Christensen Dr. Structure Fire
07/01/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 12:25 a.m. on Monday July 1, 2019, Local members responded to a house fire in the 4900 block of west Christensen Drive in Arapahoe County. Initial 911 information indicated smoke and flames were coming from the garage and 5 people were unaccounted for. Engine and Medic 13 were first to arrive and observed the garage, vehicles and front of the home engulfed with flames.

Benevolent Fund & TV Fund Deductions
07/01/19 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Attention Members: Be advised, deductions for Benevolent and TV Fund will be deducted this month (July 2019) 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 during the first pay period in July 2019.

Mercury Dr. Structure Fire
06/30/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 4:45 p.m. on Sunday June 30th, a home was struck by a bolt of lightning that ignited an attic fire at 13144 Mercury Drive in Douglas County. The occupant of the home dialed 911 and used a fire extinguisher to control the flames. Local members arrived a short time later and helped extinguish all of the hot spots. Thankfully no injuries occurred, and the damage was isolated to the garage.

Fair Ave. Structure Fire
06/30/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 3:42 p.m. on Sunday June 30th,afternoon, Local members responded to multiple reports of a garage fire at 16303 E. Fair Avenue in Centennial. A large plume of black smoke was widely visible as units responded. Upon arrival members found the attached 2 car garage fully engulfed with flames, spreading up the back of the home and into the attic.

Fremont Place Garage Fire
06/29/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 12:46 a.m. on Saturday July 29th, Local members responded to a house fire in the 4600 block of East Fremont Place. The residents discovered smoke in the home, immediately evacuated and dialed 911. The family was uninjured and did the right thing by staying outside. When members arrived, they observed smoke coming from the garage and began fire attack operations.

Peakview Ave. Structure Fire
06/29/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 3:02 p.m. on Friday, June 28, 2019, multiple 911 callers reported a house on fire at 1004 W. Peakview Avenue in Littleton. A large plume of smoke was widely visible for miles and upon arrival, crews found 2 separate 2-story residential structures in flames.

Chief West Retirement
06/29/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Congratulations to District Chief Mike West who retired this week after 29 years serving the South Metro community! Thank you for your service. Best of luck with you new adventure at Front Range Fire Rescue. https://www.southmetro.

Engineer Ewertz Retirement
06/29/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Congratulations to Engineer Brian Ewertz who retired this week after 30 years serving the South Metro community! Thank you for your service. Enjoy your retirement! https://www.southmetro.

Lori Moore Merrell at Ct. Fire Academy
06/29/19 - UPFFA
[L-R] Jeffrey J. Morrissette, State Fire Administrator, Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, Peter S. Carozza, President, Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters of Connecticut.

Cornhole Tournament
06/29/19 - IAFF Local 2866
Hawg COuntry cornhole presents Bags of fire Cornhole Tournament When July 20th Registration – 12pm Bags Fly – 1pm Where Fayetteville Athletic Club 2920 E Zion Rd Fayetteville, AR Tourney Info 2 Divisions Open Div. – open to public Public Safety Div.

Friday Update 6-28-19
06/28/19 - IAFF Local 1014

Congratulations to Johnathan Paige promoted to Battalion Chief with the New London Fire Department
06/27/19 - UPFFA

valleyfair.com/firstresponder FREE Admission for First Responders
06/27/19 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters
SAVE BIG! ©2019 Peanuts Worldwide LLC, peanuts.com ©2019 Cedar Fair, L.P. VF19-186 First Responders Days July 7 & 14, 2019 valleyfair.com/firstresponder FREE Admission for First Responders Admission for Friends & Family $35* valleyfair.

"THANK YOU"!
06/27/19 - Lets Fire Cancer

A huge "THANK YOU" to members of I.A.F.F. Local 343 - Saratoga Springs, N.Y. for hosting this years convention of The New York State Professional Fire Fighters Association and to all Fire Fighters from across New York State in attendance. Your hospitality and generosity shown to us is much appreciated.

Best Wishes FF Michael Leary!
06/25/19 - Holyoke Firefighters IAFF Local 1693
Congrats to FF Michael Leary on your well deserved retirement. FF Leary had a distinguished 31 years of service as a member of the Holyoke Fire Department. You will be Missed.

July 11, 2019 - Nominations Accepted!
06/25/19 - IAFF Local 2980
Nominations will be accepted at our next General Meeting for the following positions: President Trustee Seat #1 Trustee Seat #3 The next General Meeting where nominations will be accepted is scheduled for July 11, 2019 – 7:00PM – At the Union Hall.

Class Of 2019 Graduation Party
06/23/19 - IAFF Local 21

Congratulations To Those Recently Appointed To Captains
06/23/19 - IAFF Local 21

Local 21 Picnic
06/22/19 - IAFF Local 21
Volunteers are needed for the Annual L-21 Picnic! 0900-1200 - Set-up / prep / cooking 1200-4pm - Cook / clean up CLICK HERE TO VIEW VOLUNTEER SLOTS AVAILABLE AND TO SIGN UP If you have any questions please text/call me. All volunteers are welcome.

Brother Ed Paris awarded(posthumously) The Martin E. Pierce Sr. Medal
06/21/19 - Boston Fire Fighters
Commissioner Finn , President Petitti , Ed Paris family members and former President Rich Paris at last night’s Local 718 Awards Night. Brother Ed Paris was awarded (posthumously) the Martin E. Pierce Sr. Medal, Local 718 highest award. Maureen Paris accepted the award on behave of the Paris Family.

Call for Member Assistance
06/21/19 - IAFF 1826
https://www.gofundme.com/its-miller-time Bill Miller is a City of Fort Myers Engineer Paramedic . He was recently hospitalized for Congestive Heart Failure then a scan revealed pancreatic cancer that has metastasized to his liver. Bill lives in Sebring Florida but will be starting chemo and radiation next week in Tampa.

Friday Update 6-21-19
06/21/19 - IAFF Local 1014

Peer Fitness Trainer Course offered
06/18/19 - IAFF Local 4416

Looking for a Peer Fitness Trainer certification class? Westfield and Local 4416 hosting September 23-27. Space still available.

MDA Summer Camp
06/18/19 - IAFF Local 51

Calling all EPFD brothers & sisters!!! Come one, Come all! Bring the family, MDA summer camp is fast approaching! Let’s make sure EPFD is well represented at this event. Contact Parliamentarian Rick Flores at 915-694-1221 for more information.

Hinsdale Road Gas Leak
06/18/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At approximately 16:05 on June 17th, 2019 Local members was dispatched to a reported gas leak at 16990 Hinsdale Rd. in Centennial. Members arrived on scene to find a heavy flame coming from a ruptured gas line. Members monitored the scene while Xcel worked to crimp the line and neutralize the leak. The road was closed for approximately 2 hours. No injuries were reported.

2019 Annual Meeting
06/18/19 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters

The Colorado Professional Fire Fighters 2019 Annual Meeting

Poker Run Update
06/17/19 - IAFF Local 2866
The Fayetteville Firefighters would like to thank the Vault 1905 in Van Buren Ar. for becoming our first sponsor of the 2019 Firefighters Poker Run during Bikes Blues and BBQ. If you are around downtown Van Buren Ar. stop by and enjoy a really great bar with good food and plenty of cold drinks.

20th Anniversary Challenge Coins-PRESALE!
06/17/19 - IAFF Local 3972
On July 13th, 2019, Jefferson County Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3972 will celebrate 20 years of service and union! In commemoration, we will have a limited amount of challenge coins available. Reserve yours today! Click below on our Online Store link or HERE to order.

The Vendome Hotel Fire 47 years ago
06/17/19 - Boston Fire Fighters
June 17, 1972 Fire Lieutenant John E. Hanbury, 46 Ladder 13 Fire Lieutenant Thomas J. Carroll, 52 Engine 32 Firefighter Richard B. Magee, 39 Engine 33 Firefighter Joseph F. Boucher, 28 Engine 22 Firefighter Paul J. Murphy, 36 Engine 32 Firefighter John J. Jameson, 52 Engine 22 Firefighter Charles E. Dolan, 47 Ladder 13 Firefighter Joseph P.

Brother Paul V. Hoban
06/16/19 - Boston Fire Fighters
Boston Firefighters Local 718 regrets to announce the sudden death of Brother Paul V. Hoban Engine Co. 16. Brother Hoban was appointed to The Boston Fire Department in 1989.

2019 Revoluntionary Fire Tactics at the Lake Event
06/15/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
Register Online here.

2019 Jefferson City Guns N Hoses Hockey Event
06/15/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters