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.
Charity Hockey Game 01/14/25 - IAFF Local 1164
Members of LFD will be joining the Livonia Allstars team again this year as will the Fire Chief’s son for the fourth consecutive year.
HOCKEY
RED WINGS
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO CHARITY
We expect this to sell out in the coming weeks! Get your tickets NOW!
LINK FOR TICKETS:
https://www.zeffy.com/.../livonia-all-stars-vs-detroit.
New Member Welcome 01/13/25 - IAFF Local S-6
Local S-6 would like to welcome Courtland Maumee! Courtland was hired and started at MSP Airport Fire on December 2nd, 2024. Courtland was assigned to and s currently working on B shift. On Saturday 11th, 2025, Firefighter Maumee was sworn into Local S-6 as an official member.
Brother Chris Higgins LODD Fundraiser 01/13/25 - IAFF Local 1664
The Montgomery County Career Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation has been working to support and assist Brother Higgins' family since Saturday night. Immediate needs of the Higgins family are continuing to be addressed. As you know, Brother Higgins leaves behind his wife and two young kids.
Brothers and Sisters help if you can 01/12/25 - IAFF Local 21
Local 21 Brothers and sisters please help if you can. Lisa Zumwalde is one of our Fire Dispatchers in the RCECC for the last 24 years. She has recently been diagnosed with Metastatic Uveal (Ocular) Melanoma for the 2nd time. Unfortunately, this time it has spread to other areas of her body. After all she still showing up for work and do her best.
2025 St. Paddy Day Shirts 01/10/25 - IAFF 1826
2025 St. Paddy Shirts are on sale now. local1826.wearthefund.com
Union Meeting - Saturday 11th January 2025 01/10/25 - IAFF Local S-6
Local S-6 Membership,
Please note there is a union meeting tomorrow, Saturday 11th January 2025, training room at Fire Station One @ 0745 sharp. B-Shift will be going off duty and C-Shift will be coming on duty. It's YOUR union... be involved!!!
Next month's union meeting... Saturday 8th February 2025. C-Shift will be going off duty and A-Shift will be coming on duty.
Executive Board Vacancies for City Trustee & County 1st Steward 01/08/25 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Executive Board Vacancies for City Trustee & County 1st Steward (effective January 9, 2025)
The IAFF Local 244 Executive Board has two (2) vacancies that were created by our most recent election & the installation of officers into their newly elected positions on January 9, 2025.
AFMA 360 Podcast 01/03/25 - United Sun Cities Firefighters Association
Listen to the AFMA 360 podcast through youtube, or apple music.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/360-podcast/id1669841236
988 Suicide and Crisis Line 01/03/25 - United Sun Cities Firefighters Association
At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, they understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.
First Responder Support Network 01/03/25 - United Sun Cities Firefighters Association
Check out the national First Responder Support Network
24/7 Fire Support Line 01/03/25 - United Sun Cities Firefighters Association
24/7 Fire Support Line - 602-525-FIRE (3473)
This is a 24 hour per day, 7 days per week member support line that is completely confidential and separate from the department and union. This support line is able to provide counseling over the phone or send out a trained crisis intervention team to help members and their family on or off duty.
2025 UPFFA Scholarship's Now Open 01/03/25 - UPFFA
2025 UPFFA George Crowley Memorial Scholarship Application &
2025 UPFFA Michael C. Osiecki Memorial Scholarship Application
NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!
Any member of an Affiliated Local Union may obtain an application for their Son or Daughter by going to www.upffa.
2025 Pay Scale & 2026 Group Calendars 01/02/25 - International Association of Firefighters
The new 2025 Federal Firefighter pay scale, reflecting the 2% raise, is available in the Member Resources section.
Happy New Year 01/02/25 - IAFF Local 1164
Reminding everyone to stay safe tonight and not to drink and drive so we can all have a Happy New Year.
American Flag 01/02/25 - IAFF Local 1164
A few weeks ago while fighting a warehouse fire, once the fire was under control our guys took the time to pick up the American flag off the floor.
The Senate has passed the Social Security Fairness Act, bipartisan legislation to repeal the WEP and GPO penalties. Here’s how it may impact you. 12/31/24 - IAFF Local 135
The United States Senate made history last weekend when it passed the Social Security Fairness Act, bipartisan legislation to eliminate the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO).
Since then, many IAFF members have been asking how the change will impact them. We’ve answered some of your most commonly asked questions about how the repeal could benefit you. Click on the headline to find out more.
City Council Swearing-in Ceremony 12/20/24 - Stockton Firefighters
This council (majority) supported us during our Measure. This council is a huge advocate for us going forward… A public display of support from our local is important.
City Council Swearing-in Ceremony 12/20/24 - Stockton Firefighters
This council (majority) supported us during our Measure. This council is a huge advocate for us going forward… A public display of support from our local is important.
Membership update 12/19/24 - IAFF Local 3
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New 2025 UMR ID Cards 12/13/24 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Dear Members,
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We’re excited to announce that UMR has mailed out new 2025 Medical/Pharmacy ID cards to all plan members. These updated cards will be effective starting January 1, 2025, and feature important new copay information.
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Here’s what you need to know:
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New Color: The 2025 cards are light blue for easy identification.
New Firefighters 12/07/24 - IAFF Local 1164
Congratulations to Firefighters Pike and Hanrahan who completed the Schoolcraft Fire Academy and will begin shift work next week. Joined by members of the Honor Guard along with Chief Jennison, Deputy Chief Clay and Training Officer McKee. Welcome to Livonia.
Donation to VJH Foundation 12/05/24 - Vernon Professional Fire Fighters Association
We were very excited today to stop by and support the @vjhfoundation and their efforts to expand the ultrasound department at VJH. This expansion is crucial to providing the best care possible for our community for years to come. Thank you to those who continue to support our Charitable Society and make it possible for us to lend a small helping hand to the people of Vernon.
MFFA Elections are now open 12/02/24 - Moffett Field Firefighters Association
Elections for MFFA President opened on November 25th and are open for 30 days. Your ballots are due by 5pm December 25th, Christmas Day. Please take part in this election process and make your voice heard.
ENDICOTT PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS I.A.F.F. LOCAL 1280 GIVE CANCER THE BOOT ON BLACK FRIDAY 12/01/24 - Lets Fire Cancer
Once again this year members of the Endicott Professional Fire Fighters I.A.F.F. Local 1280 repurposed their boots on "BLACK FRIDAY" (November 29, 2024) and collected donations for The Retired Professional Fire Fighters Cancer Fund. Thousands of dollars were collected for CANCER RESEARCH.
RETIREMENT PARTY 11/29/24 - International Association of Firefighters
Come out on Sunday December 15th 1-4pm at the waterfront firehouse Station 22 (94-2) to celebrate Captains Stoppiello 35 years of service and FF/EMT Godley 30 years of service. Food and beverage provided by Local F-147.
2024 Active Lawsuit 11/23/24 - IAFF local 2359
2024 Active Lawsuit
Here’s what I gathered of the lawsuit from the PFFO Board meeting 11/20/24.
- makes no difference if you opt in or out. OSFA does have a template out if you want to use it to opt out.
Colon and Kidney Legislation 11/22/24 - OPFFA
Today we are thrilled to celebrate another milestone in firefighter health and safety. We started the year with 4 priorities regarding firefighter cancer coverage, and today the final 2 have been addressed by the government.
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