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 Everyone,
Our next regular Union meeting will be next Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, @ 0930 in the conference room of Station One. We will be voting-in four (4) new members to our Local and discussing the summer wage opener as well.
Good Morning Brothers and Sisters!
Following yesterday's Union meeting, a Word document with the proposed language for Union officer pay has been uploaded to the Union website in the "downloads" tab. This is conceptual language that would be voted on at our next regularly scheduled Union meeting on Tuesday, 4/15/2025, @ 0930 in the conference room of Station 1.
Good Morning Brothers and Sisters!
The timely resolutions for PFFI Convention 2025 have been uploaded to the Union website. They're located under the "downloads" tab on the left-hand menu screen, in a folder titled "PFFI 2025 Timely Resolutions." I will be adding them as a New Business agenda item for the February Regular Union Meeting, 2/18/2025.
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.
Contracts Added to the Website 07/07/25 - PPFFA
The collective bargaining agreements for Malvern L4860, Township of Spring L4755, and Upper Providence L5367 have been added to the contract area of the website.
Local 1747 Membership Update – July 3, 2025 07/03/25 - IAFF Local 1747
Local 1747 Membership Update – July 3, 2025
Honoring Brother Minneman
As you know, Brother Brandon Minneman passed from occupational cancer, and his memorial is set for Friday, July 18. I’m asking each of you if you can be there, please make it a priority to show up.
2025 FCSN Symposium 07/01/25 - PFFA
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IAFF Memorial Ceremony 06/30/25 - IAFF Local 3631
IAFF Memorial Ceremony
Saturday, September 20, 2025
1315 E Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
The IAFF Memorial honors the sacrifice made by lAFF members who have given their lives in the line of duty.
California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony 06/30/25 - IAFF Local 3631
Saturday, October 4, 2025
California State Capitol Park
1300 L Street, Sacramento, CA
The California Firefighters Memorial is a unique and stunning tribute to the more than 1500 firefighters who have died in the line of duty.
Thoughts & Prayers for Local 710, IAFF 06/30/25 - UPFFA
The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut extends our deepest condolences to the Families, Friends, and Brothers & Sisters of Coeur d’Alene Firefighters, Local 710, IAFF, during this time of tragic loss.
Our Thoughts & Prayers are with you.
Mark Paris Golf Tournament 06/28/25 - IAFF Local 479
Mark Paris Golf Tournament
This year's Mark Paris golf tournament will be held on September 14th at Omni Tucson National.
BFO Maryland License Plate 06/23/25 - Baltimore Fire Officers
BFO FO Maryland License Plate UPDATE:
Members who ordered new tags should receive them next week by mail. They are being processed this week.
Contact David Goldman with any questions.
3-person rigs 06/20/25 - IAFF Local 385
Today is Saturday, June 21, 2025 and Callback/3-person rigs are as follows:
Pre-Callback: 5
AM Additions: 10.5 plus 1 in FIU (1 FSL, 1 Paternity, 8.5 SL)
AM 24 hr Callback: 3
AM F12 Callback: 0.5 F12 A Shift holdover
AM L12 Callback: 2.
2027 NYSPFFA Convention 06/18/25 - IAFF Local 274
Congratulations to President Ingham on his presentation to the Convention Committee for White Plains to host the 2027 NYSPFFA Convention.The Committee had to decide between Niagra Falls and White Plains.
Updates to UMR provider search and cost estimator experiences now live 06/17/25 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Plan members can now access an enhanced UnitedHealth Choice Plus Network online directory experience on umr.com. The Provider Search Experience (PSX) and Cost Estimation Experience (CEX) replaces the previous Find Price and Care tool (FPC) for registered members.
L-964 Fireman Series Beer Launch Party! 06/17/25 - Baltimore Fire Officers
Brothers & Sisters,
?? CALLING ALL HEROES! ??
Get ready to turn up the HEAT! ??
We're absolutely FIRED UP to announce our FIREMAN SERIES LAUNCH PARTY on Sunday, June 22nd from 12-4 PM! ??
Join us for the debut of "Harbor Hero" - our brand new Italian Pale Lager crafted to honor Maryland's bravest heroes.
Akumin Agreement Termination 06/16/25 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Effective June 30, 2025, our agreement with Akumin (MRI's) will come to an end.
This agreement previously allowed the Benefits Fund to cover members' 20% co-insurance for MRI services received at Akumin/ADG facilities.
What does this mean for members.
Shift Coverage for Local 21 Brother Dylan Mills 06/14/25 - IAFF Local 21
Local 21 Brothers and Sisters,
As many of you are aware, Firefighter Dylan Mills was seriously injured in an off-duty motorcycle accident. The Mills Family is grateful for all the support Dylan has received while in the hospital.
LIQUID BIOPSY CANCER RESEARCH FUNDED AT ROSWELL PARK 06/14/25 - Lets Fire Cancer
On Thursday, June 12, 2025, we had the honor, on behalf of our generous supporters, to present to the outstanding team at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, N.Y. YOUR check for $30,000. for their Liquid Biopsy Cancer Research Program. Two studies of the program are currently underway at Roswell.
Promotions 06/12/25 - IAFF Local 4208
Engineer Steven C, Engineer Victor G.
Promotions 06/12/25 - IAFF Local 4208
Lieutenant Logan B.
Promotions 06/12/25 - IAFF Local 4208
Lieutenant Luis P, Engineer Ian W, Lieutenant Devin S.
City Chapter Special Meeting-Paramedic Certification Incentive MOU 06/10/25 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
City Chapter MOU for ‘Paramedic Certification Incentive’ to be presented for membership approval at a Special Meeting on 6/19/25 at 1:00p.m.
A Special Meeting will be held on June 19, 2025, at 1:00pm at the Union Hall. There will be a ‘view-only’ option on zoom; you will find the link in the email notification.
Staffing Cuts 06/06/25 - IAFF Local 1664
Montgomery County Council's Staffing Cuts Jeopardize Public Safety
The Montgomery County Council's recent decision to eliminate all career firefighter positions at Hyattstown Volunteer Fire Department (Station 9) has raised serious concerns about public safety in the region.
Saint Paul Fire’s BLS Division is Hiring 06/04/25 - IAFF Local 21
The City of Saint Paul is seeking applicants for the role of Emergency Medical Technician! EMTs in this role are part of Saint Paul Fire’s BLS Division, which responds to 911 calls and provides interfacility medical transport. This is a position proudly represented by Local 21, and many of our EMTs have gone on to become Saint Paul Firefighters. Apply today at the link below.
PETITION 06/04/25 - Fort Wayne Professional Firefighters
PETITION FOR THE
RESIGNATION OF
FWFD FIRE CHIEF
ERIC LAHEY
Fort Wayne’s firefighters put their lives on the line every day to protect this city, but their safety is being ignored.
Fire Chief Lahey has failed to prioritize firefighter safety. We are calling on residents and city leaders to demand change.
1st Annual Gary Arconti Memorial Golf Outing 05/29/25 - IAFF Local 801
The Danbury Fire Department, IAFF Local 801, is proud to announce the 1st Annual Gary Arconti Memorial Golf Outing to Benefit the Connecticut Burns Care Foundation. The outing will take place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Richter Park Golf Course in Danbury, CT. This is a great opportunity to play one of the nicest public golf courses in Connecticut.
Wake for Lt. Mark Dranbauer, Jr. 05/22/25 - Baltimore Fire Officers
Brothers and Sisters,
Immediately following the memorial service for Brother Mark R. Dranbauer, Jr., a wake in his honor will be hosted by IAFF Local 964 Baltimore Fire Officers. Here are the details:
Jarrettsville Vol. Fire Company Hall
Time: Immediately following the service until 5PM
Location:
3825 Federal Hill Road
P.O.
Saint Paul Fire Dept. is now taking applications 05/21/25 - IAFF Local 21
The application deadline has been extended to June 6, 2025 for lateral hiring. Visit the following link for additional information click the link below.
May 23, 2025: Safer Grant Application - Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response 05/21/25 - UPFFA
The Fiscal Year 2024 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant application period will open on May 23, 2025. The SAFER program provides critical funding to help departments recruit and retain fire fighters.
The application period closes on Thursday, July 3.
2025 UPFFA of Ct. 2025 Scholarship Recipients 05/21/25 - UPFFA
Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut
2025 Scholarship Recipients
2025 Michael C. Osiecki Memorial Scholarship
Gabrielle V. Thompson, East Hartford, Local 1548, IAFF
2025 George Crowley Memorial Scholarship
Ryan D. Corvo, Bristol, Local 773, IAFF
Olivia J.
Tour De Kids 05/20/25 - IAFF Local 1164
Join Breaking Barriers for Kids and Families for a fun-filled morning at Tour de Kids 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 14!
Get ready for a day of excitement where your little ones can bike, play, and meet their favorite characters—Bluey, Spiderman, and Cinderella—in person.
Passport To Safety 2025 05/20/25 - IAFF Local 1164
This year’s event will be on June 7th from 10am-2pm at Station 1
Visit safety stations and see a number of demonstrations revolving around safety for kids. This outdoor event is free and open to the public. Enjoy free refreshments and entertainment while learning important lessons on maintaining personal safety.
Battle of the Badges budget 05/20/25 - Bossier City Firefighters Association
In accordance with Bossier City Firefighters Association Local 1051 constitution and by-laws, this is to notify members that the approved budget for 2025 Battle of the Badges was exceeded. Disussion regarding budget overage will be held at the regularly scheduled meeting on, Thursday, June 5 2025.
Christmas in July 05/19/25 - SFFF Local 798
???? Christmas in July with SF Firefighters!
Join SF Firefighters Local 798 for a festive summer celebration at Atwater Tavern on Saturday, July 19! Enjoy live music, a car show, raffle, and toy drive — all benefiting the SF Firefighters Toy Program. Entry is $20 or FREE with an unwrapped toy.
Lt. Mark Dranbauer, Jr., Engine Co. #5, Line of Duty Death 05/19/25 - Baltimore Fire Officers
??LIEUTENANT MARK DRANBAUER, JR., ENGINE CO. #5, LINE OF DUTY DEATH ??
On Monday, May 12, 2025, 44-year-old Lieutenant Mark Dranbauer Jr., a 23-year veteran of the Baltimore City Fire Department, suffered a medical emergency while serving the people of Baltimore City on a structure fire.
Trustee 9 Election Results 05/16/25 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all of the well-qualified candidates who participated in the recent election for Trustee 9 of the Palm Beach County Firefighters’ Health Insurance Fund. We commend Mike Sedgwick, Cody Harris, and congratulate Tyler Mattson on his election to the Board. Tyler’s five-year term will begin on June 1, 2025.
