by NYSPFFA | Jun 27, 2018 | membersonly
At 10 a.m. this morning, the U.S. Supreme Court issued the long awaited decision on the Janus case. And, as we anticipated with the addition of Justice Neil Gorsuch, the Court issued a 5-4 decision opening the door to free-riders to benefit at the expense of the union...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 27, 2018 | nyspffa_news
The following statement is attributable to Sam Fresina, President of the New York State Professional Fire Fighters Association “At 10 a.m. this morning, the U.S. Supreme Court issued the long awaited decision on the Janus case. And, as we anticipated with the...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 26, 2018 | nyspffa_news
Day 2 of IAFF PEP conference continues with presentations from IAFF VP James Slevin and IAFF Secretary/Treasurer Edzo Kelly. Classes begin with separate educational tracks teaching IAFF members on various important topics.
by NYSPFFA | Jun 25, 2018 | nyspffa_news
Dear Affiliate Leader, I hope you will be joining me at the inaugural IAFF 1st District Partnership Education Program (PEP). In addition to PEP we will be holding a district caucus starting at 9:30 am tomorrow. For those in attendance there will be networking...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 25, 2018 | nyspffa_news
Inaugural IAFF 1st District PEP conference begins today with NYSPFFA meeting in White Plains, NY. Members from across NYS gather to here presentations from State Politicians, NYSPFFA and IAFF leaders to name a few. Scholarship award presentations were made by the...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
2018 Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial #FallenFireFighter18 September 15, 2018 Colorado Springs, Colorado The 32nd IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 15 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. At this year’s memorial service, the IAFF will...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
Please refer to the Convention Call for complete, detailed information. CREDENTIALS: On April 5, 2018, an email message was sent to all affiliate presidents, secretaries and secretary‐treasurers announcing that the online credential and registration process is open...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 23, 2018 | nyspffa_news
The U.S. Supreme Court is on the verge of issuing its opinion in Janus v. AFSCME Council 31, deciding whether the collection of agency or fair-share fees from non-union members is unconstitutional and invalid in public sector employment. In anticipation of a ruling,...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 22, 2018 | nyspffa_news
Utica, NY Local Civil Service (upon request of Mayor) is attempting to change our Chief's test from promotional to open competitive. We are asking for any talking points supporting promotional testing and/or against open competitive testing. Please assist us!!! Thank...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 21, 2018 | nyspffa_news
The 1st District Partnership Education (PEP) event and Caucus is scheduled for June 26-27 in White Plains, New York. If you’ve already registered for the PEP event and Caucus, visit the PEP event website for an agenda and additional details. If you’ve already...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 21, 2018 | nyspffa_news
Dear Brothers and Sisters, After a long day at the Capital I am happy to announce that our Chief's Qualification bill has finally passed the Senate, so it is now through both houses. We have received much support on this bill but a special thank you to Senator Fred...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 19, 2018 | nyspffa_news
Our Disciplinary Bill just passed Senate. More information to follow.
by NYSPFFA | Jun 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
Brothers and Sisters, Your IAFF 1st District Conference is rapidly approaching. As you recall our delegates voted to hold this event bi-annually alternating with the state convention (resolution #1-2017). Our goal is to provide a quality program during the...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 14, 2018 | nyspffa_news
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Our Combination Chiefs Training Bill has just passed the Assembly. We will continue to work on getting it through the Senate. As always, we will continue to update our legislative matrix as changes occur. Fraternally, Sam Fresina ...
by NYSPFFA | Jun 13, 2018 | nyspffa_news
The NYSPFFA with the assistance of the IAFF created a power point presentation that explains all the benefits and resources available from the IAFF, NYSPFFA and from the Local Associations. This power point can be customized. This is another tool in preparing for...
