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 14, 2019 | archives
The 2nd district will be having a district meeting, December 17th, 10AM at the Marble Hill Inn, 4482 Marble Road, Oneida, NY 13421
by NYSPFFA | Nov 10, 2019 | archives
Saves the Dates: upcoming district meetings 12/11 - 4th District Meeting - Elmira 12/12 - 5th District Meeting - East Chester Fire House, 20 Midland Ave, Bronxville, NY 12/18 - 3rd District Meeting - Troy Union Hall, 282 5th Avenue, Troy, NY Other details will be...
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
by NYSPFFA | Oct 31, 2019 | nyspffa_news
Anti Union attorney Terry O'Neil admonished by NYS PERB Administrative Law Judge for his unprofessional behavior in recent hearing. See attached letter for the ruling against O'Neil.
by NYSPFFA | Oct 30, 2019 | nyspffa_news
The New York State Professional Firefighters Association (NYSPFFA) today announced support for the Hon. John C. Egan, Jr., for re-election to the New York State Supreme Court, Third Judicial Department in New York. The Third District is composed of seven counties:...
by NYSPFFA | Oct 20, 2019 | nyspffa_news
Dear Brothers and Sisters, NYSPFFA regretfully announces the passing of Past NYSPFFA President James McGowan Sr. Please keep James and his family in your thoughts and prayers. Below are the wake and funeral arrangements. Following is a link to the...
by NYSPFFA | Oct 16, 2019 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, Brother Michael Leavey from the Dix Hills Fire Department needs a heart transplant. Bills are piling up as he awaits treatment. Below is a link to a Go fund me page to help with costs. Also, attached is a letter with more information on his...
by NYSPFFA | Oct 16, 2019 | nyspffa_news
Update: Checks can either be made out, Gregory Kramer, with a memo for Chris Cartella benefit, and mailed to 112 Genesee Street, Hornell NY, or made out to the Syracuse Fire department Federal Credit Union, with a memo for Chris Cartella benefit, and mailed to 211...
by NYSPFFA | Sep 27, 2019 | nyspffa_news
Below is an invitation from the NYC Fire Department and FDNY DC Frank Leeb. DC Leeb presented at our recent Health and Safety Conference and was very well received. He is putting on a all day seminar in NYC. It is free, registration and seminar information is...
by NYSPFFA | Sep 24, 2019 | nyspffa_news
Members from across the state meet in Syracuse this week for its annual Health and Safety Conference. Today presentations were made by Retired Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo, North Hudson (NJ) Regional Fire and Rescue on "When Buildings Change the Rules of the Game"...
by NYSPFFA | Sep 24, 2019 | archives
Register now to build your union leadership skills at the 1st District Partnership Education Program (PEP)event, taking place November 14-15 at the Tropicana in Atlantic City, New Jersey. When you register, you’ll have the option to pick a workshop track covering...