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FF Steven Bahr 08/13/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Metro Dade Firefighters Local 1403 regrets to announce the passing of Retired FF Steven Bahr on August 11, 2019. He just turned 70 this year as well. Steven proudly served MDFR for 30 years. He was hired 3/18/74 and retired in 6/30/04. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. Services to be announced.

Retired Chief Patrick Lyons 08/13/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Metro-Dade Firefighters Local 1403 regrets to announce the passing of Retired Chief Patrick Lyons on August 11, 2019. He just turned 70. Chief Lyons proudly served MDFR for 35 years. He was an avid mountain biker and frisbee golf player and lived his life to the fullest. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. Services to be announced.

Retired FF Michael McFall 08/13/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Metro Dade Firefighters Local 1403 regrets to announce the passing of Retired FF Michael McFall on August 11, 2019. He was surrounded by family. Mike retired in 2006 and was 63 ears old. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.

Notice of Election, Field Representative 08/13/19 - IAFF 1826 To all Local 1826 Members, Field Representative William Simpson has tendered his resignation effective January 1, 2020. Nominations for the position of Local 1826 Field Representative will be accepted at the August 29th, 2019 Local 1826 Bi-Monthly Meeting. Meeting is held at the SWFL International Airport Training Center, 15924 Air Cargo Lane, Ft. Myers, Fl. Meeting starts at 6:30PM.

Membership Information Update 08/07/19 - IAFF Local 1403 During the up-coming weeks, Local 1403 will begin the process of updating its membership database in an effort to continue improving our communication with our members. Local 1403 is looking to utilize modern platforms that facilitate getting information out to large groups.

August 15, 2019 - Special Meeting 08/05/19 - IAFF Local 2980 Due to several pressing matters the Executive Board has found it necessary to schedule a special meeting.

Paycheck Workshop 07/23/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Tuesday July 30th before General Membership Meeting come by an participate in our first "Paycheck Workshop" presented by Rick Fernandez.  1900- 2000 at the Union Hall.

Polk County Firefighters Benevolent 2019 Charity Golf Classic 07/14/19 - PCFFBF Click picture for more information on sponsorship and participating as a team or individual player.

East Lake Fire Rescue Negotiations 06/25/19 - Clearwater Fire Fighters Association Negotiations are underway for the new Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Members of East Lake Fire Rescue. Once it is completed and Ratified the new CBA will cover Fiscal Years 2019 - 2022.

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.

New E-62 Update 06/11/19 - IAFF local 2957 Leesburg Fire Department awaits the new Engine 62, in the works over at Ten-8 Fire / Pierce.  Check << here >> for the latest updates.

Thank you from the IAFF 06/06/19 - IAFF 1826 President Duncan, On behalf of IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the children and adults we serve, I would like to personally thank you and your members for taking the time to Fill the Boot for MDA. It's my understanding that you did an outstanding job this year! We are so thankful for your efforts.

Lt. Dewey Henry Scholarship Fund 06/05/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Metro-Dade Firefighters Local 1403 will like to congratulate the winners of this year's scholarship. First we would like to congratulate all the High School class of 2019 on their graduation and wish them the best on their upcoming journey. The selection of essays gets more difficult every year and this year it was no exception.

Emergency Elevator Training - August 27, 28 & 29, 2019 06/05/19 - Suncoast Firefighters EMERGENCY ELEVATOR TRAINING by Mike Posner August 27, 28 & 29, 2019 Track 1 (4 hrs) Lecture Only - $25 Track 2 (8 hrs) Lecture & Hands On - $85 NOTE: Track 2 has ONLY 30 seats each day REGISTER at EVENTBRITE https://elevatoremergencytraining.eventbrite.com Registration is first come first served with approved payment.

Help Firefighter Joseph “Joey” Houlihan Recovery 05/30/19 - Suncoast Firefighters On Friday May 24th 2019 while on his way home, Joseph was involved in a terrible vehicle accident. Due to the seriousness of the injuries he sustained to his Leg and Arm, Joseph is looking at a long road to recovery and returning to work. A GoFundMe account has been set up to help his family: http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php.

Golf Tournament 05/08/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Every September, professional firefighters/golfers, (including retirees) from all around the country and Canada get together in a different city to trade hats, shirts, and war stories and play some golf! It is a 3-day tournament for golfers of all abilities. You can enter as a four-man team, two-man team, or individuals. (Individuals will be flighted).

Support Our Brother Marc Weiss 05/04/19 - IAFF Local 3444 If you would please support our brother Marc Weiss, He has recently been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Below are links to purchase a Support T-Shirt. If anyone wants to order more than one, shoot us a msg with your email and the sizes and quantities you would like and we can send you a payment link. T-Shirt Shipped XXXL https://link.waveapps.

Historic Day in Tallahassee 05/03/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Local 1403 would like to say THANK YOU to Florida Governor Ron De Santis for signing SB 426 into law today. Today Florida is demonstrating its commitment to provide coverage for treatment for firefighters battling cancer. Thank you to the bill sponsors and representatives for your unwavering support. On behalf of Florida's firefighters and their families we THANK YOU.

IAFF Endorsement Philosphy 05/01/19 - IAFF 1826 To all Local 1826 Members, Please see the attachment containing the IAFF's Endorsement Philosophy and a letter From IAFF General President Schaitbereger titled: NO ON SHOULD TELL YOU HOW TO VOTE.

IAFF Endorses Biden for President in Democratic Primary 04/29/19 - IAFF 1826 It is your union's job to represent you on the issues that have a profound effect on your career - health and safety, wages, benefits and working conditions. It is not a duty we take lightly and not one we will not shy away from.

Last Alarm - Firefighter/Paramedic Anthony Martinez 04/23/19 - Suncoast Firefighters Last Alarm - Retired Firefighter Paramedic Anthony Martinez - Suncoast Local 2546 - Sarasota County Fire Department

April 30 Rally in Tally Event Cancelled 04/23/19 - Suncoast Firefighters The planned 4-30-19 trip has been cancelled on the recommendation of the FPF E-Board during a strategy conference call last Friday. Brothers and Sisters of the FPF 7th District, A quick heads up to all members that were interested in our second planned trip to Tally for the purpose of raising awareness for our Firefighter Cancer Coverage Bill.

IAFF President Letter, No one should tell you how to vote 04/18/19 - IAFF 1826 :To all Local 1826 Members, Letter from IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger: No One Should Tell You How to Vote In my travels throughout the United States and Canada, members frequently ask me why our union is politically active.

2019 MDA Boot Drive 03/20/19 - IAFF 1826 Hello, Local 1826!! I know everyone is anxiously awaiting after San Carlos went out this past weekend…..WELL… YOU ALL DID IT, OVER $250,000 raised for MDA and our local families in SWFL! I am still waiting on final bank totals, which I should have back late this week and will send out your final newsletter to show everyone’s official totals.

10th Annual Fire Ops 101 03/19/19 - Florida Prof. Fire Fighters District 2