by NYSPFFA | Dec 15, 2019 | nyspffa_news
We are saddened to pass along notification of the death of retired North Tonawanda Firefighter John "Jack" O'Rourke. Firefighter O'Rourke was hired August 16, 1968. He worked various stations over the years including Engine 7/Dispatch, Engine 4 and Rescue 1, but is...
by NYSPFFA | Dec 5, 2019 | nyspffa_news
Dear Affiliate Leader, Per the IAFF Constitution & By-Laws, all affiliates are provided with $5,000 in Labor Organization Bond (LOB) coverage. It is recommended for all affiliates, and required for some, to carry at least 10 percent of their total assets in LOB...
by NYSPFFA | Nov 16, 2019 | nyspffa_news
Jason Menard Local Number: L1009 City, State: Worcester, MA Date of Death: Wednesday, November 13, 2019 Funeral Date: Monday, November 18, 2019 11:00 AM It is with deepest regret and sorrow to report the line-of-duty death of Lieutenant Jason Menard, IAFF District 3...
by NYSPFFA | Nov 14, 2019 | nyspffa_news
Another post Janus Case - US District Court Judge from Illinois recently rules Union must represent free riders. See attached links. Art Illin pub sctr union must represent non dues payer Illinois Public union must still represent non dues payers ...
by NYSPFFA | Nov 10, 2019 | nyspffa_news
The United States Court of Appeals recently upholds lower courts decision that Mark Janus is not allowed reimbursement of dues. See attached decision. Janus did not get his dues payments back