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Training Symposium 06/16/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Filling up Fast, Don't delay.

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.

Retired Chief John Biller 06/02/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Metro-Dade Firefighters Local 1403 regrets to announce the passing of Retired Chief John Biller the father of Lt. Brett Biller on 5/30/19. John was hired in 7/15/57. He retired out of the Airport. He was 84 years old. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. Celebration of life will be June 18 from 12-4 pm. Jacaranda Country Club. 9200 West Browsed Blvd.

Update- Celebration of Life for Jimmie Boone 05/31/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Metro Dade Firefighters Local 1403 regrets to announce the passing of Retired Captain James "Jimmie" Boone on 5/27/19. Jimmie was hired in 1/6/1964. He was 82 years old. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.

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.

Local 1826 Endorses Wayne "Bernie" Bernoska for FPF President 05/24/19 - IAFF 1826 To all Local 1826 Members, Local 1826 conducted an Executive Board meeting yesterday, both candidates for the position of FPF President came and talked withh our Board, current FPF President Jim Tolley and challenger Wayne Bernoska.

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.

Lt. Dewey Henry Scholarship Fund 04/03/19 - IAFF Local 1403 Brothers and sisters it is that time of year again to announce the 19th year of The Lt. Dewey Henry Scholarship Fund. Members of Local 1403 that donate to Firefighters Charities and have a dependent son or daughter that will be continuing their education as a freshman for the school year 2019-2020 can participate.

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

FF Jeffery Roper 03/18/19 - IAFF Local 1403 In a moment's notice within the blink of an eye Stephanie Roper unexpectedly passed away. Stephanie Roper is the wife of our MDFR brother Jeffery Roper who works on R 78 C Shift. I was fortunate enough to have met Stephanie, and let me just say she was a very special person, a great mother, and a dedicated and caring wife.

Promotions 03/05/19 - IAFF Local 4208 Congrats to our two newest promotions! Lieutenant Matt Petrasko and Engineer David Pabon!

Last Alarm - Brother Wesley H. Weysham, Jr. 02/28/19 - Suncoast Firefighters Last Alarm - Brother Wesley H. Weysham, Jr. - Suncoast Local 2546 - Sarasota County Fire Department

Promotions 02/01/19 - IAFF Local 4208 Congratulations to President Stephen Gonnella who was recently promoted to  Lieutenant and to Justin Greenhill who was promoted to the rank of Engineer.

Peer Support Resources 01/22/19 - IAFF 1826 To all Local 1826 Members, A Peer Support Resources page has been added to our web site, simply go to "Member Resources" and scan down to "Peer Support Resources". Peer Support Resources is a quick reference for each of Local 1826 Districts Group Insurance provider, EAP Provider and contact person.