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Who We are 
The Arlington Professional Fire Fighters association represents the Fire Fighters employed by the Arlington Fire Department, Arlington, Texas.
Our organization is a registered non-profit labor association with 100% voluntary membership. No employees are required to join the APFF. We work to keep our community safe through appropriate staffing, high quality recruiting, top level training and positive employee retention.
We’re committed to public safety, being good stewards of public resources and giving back to the community we serve.
If you have any questions about what we do or who we are, please contact us.
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FY2021 Fire Prevention & Safety Grant Application
01/18/22 - UPFFA
The FY 2021 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant application period is now open and will close on Friday, February 18. Start your application today by reviewing the FY 2021 Fire Prevention and Safety Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and associated guidance documents.Collective Bargaining Update
01/18/22 - Newport News Firefighter's Association
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01/18/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
2022 Negotiations Team In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr
01/17/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King JrJanuary 4, 2022: UPFFA Announces the appointment of Jeff Tomchik, Director of Legislative & Political Affairs
01/17/22 - UPFFA
The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Tomchik as the Director of Legislative and Political Affairs. Jeff is currently a Fire Lieutenant with the Danbury Fire Department and serves as Vice President of the Danbury Professional Fire Fighters, Local 801, IAFF.February 15th, 2022 | Local 21 Ski Day
01/17/22 - IAFF Local 21
Contact Justin Brigl | Squad 02 (A) with questions.Peer Support Training
01/17/22 - IAFF 1826
Peer Support Training for L1826 Members - Location: Ft Myers FD Station #1 2033 Jackson St. Ft. Myers, 33901 Dates: Jan 26, 27, 28 Time: 0900 - 1600 Instructors: Dr. Mary Ellen Frazier and John McMahon The class is free.Monday Morning Headlines
01/17/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Community Education Fund, CPFF Delegate Meeting, King Soopers Strike, National Firefighter Ski Races, Avalanche Hockey Nights, Great Balls of Fire CBA update
01/15/22 - PPFFA
Local 515 Meadville's 2020-2023 CBA is now on website in the contract section of the member's area.CBA update
01/14/22 - PPFFA
The 2022-2023 CBA for Whitpain Local 4054 is now in the contract area of the member's section of the website. A log in is required to view.February 2022 | Local 21 Ice Fishing Contest
01/14/22 - IAFF Local 21
LODD: IAFF Local 73
01/14/22 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
It is with profound sadness and grief that we announce the tragic line of duty death of Firefighter Benjamin Polson, of the St. Louis, MO Fire Department and member of IAFF Local 73. Firefighter Polson died while courageously fighting a house fire in the 5900 block of Cote Brilliante earlier today. Arrangements will be forthcoming.Memorial Services for Brother Jon Flagler
01/13/22 - IAFF Local 1014
City Chapter Vacancies (1/13/22)
01/13/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
The IAFF Local 244 Executive Board is accepting letters of interest for the position of City Chapter Chief Steward and City 1st Steward for the next 14 calendar days. The Executive Board will appoint a member to serve in each position at the Executive Board meeting on February 3, 2022, until the next General Election in December 2022; in accordance with the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & Bylaws, Article VI, Section 5. All letters of interest can be turned in to the Union Hall or emailed to kesiaff244@gmail.com on or before 4pm on January 27, 2022.3rd ANNUAL LEE COUNTY CHILI CHALLENGE
01/13/22 - IAFF 1826
CBA Update
01/12/22 - PPFFA
The updated collective bargaining agreements for Beaver Falls Local 3539, Corry Local 2102, and Greater York Local 2377 have been added to the contract area in the member's section of the website. A log in is required to view these.Car vs. pole crash caused power outage in Springfield neighborhood
01/12/22 - IAFF Local 648
Car vs. pole crash caused power outage in Springfield neighborhood HAMPDEN COUNTY by: Tony Fay Posted: Jan 12, 2022 / 07:06 AM EST / Updated: Jan 12, 2022 / 08:26 AM EST SPRINGFIELD, Mass.King Soopers is on STRIKE!
01/12/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
King Soopers is on STRIKE!
What does that mean for us? We must be vigilant in supporting our fellow Union Sisters and Brothers as they navigate this Labor/Management dispute. Members of the UFCW Local 7 voted by 95% to strike, which means that 7600 members of the 8000 voted to strike. This being said, we can not cross the picket line.United Food and Commercial Workers Local 7 Strike
01/11/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Car fire on Wilbraham Road in Springfield
01/11/22 - IAFF Local 648
Car fire on Wilbraham Road in Springfield
HAMPDEN COUNTY
by: Seth Keevaenthal
Posted: Jan 10, 2022 / 12:59 PM EST / Updated: Jan 10, 2022 / 01:00 PM EST
Courtesy of Springfield Fire Department
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield Arson and Bomb squad are investigating after a car fire Monday morning.2022 SFPFF Conference
01/10/22 - Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters
January 1, 2022 All Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters State & Local Affiliate Officers: In accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws of the Southern Federation of Professional Firefighters, I am sending notice in regard to your annual membership in the organization and the 2022 SFPFF Conference.Retirement Announcements
01/10/22 - IAFF Local 739
Chief Dan Lozzi, Captain John Thorpe, and Lieutenant Joe Fannon Sr. Retire The officers and members of Lynn Local 739 wish to congratulate Cheif Lozzi, Capt. Thorpe, and Lt. Fannon on their retirements. May you all have a happy and healthy retirement and good luck with your new chapter in life.Monday Morning Headlines
01/09/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Community Education Fund
CPFF Delegate Meeting
Executive Board Meeting
National Firefighter Ski Week and Races
Colorado Avalanche Hockey Nights
Fairfield Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation - Tommy Fund Donation
01/09/22 - UPFFA
Fairfield Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation Presented a check for $35,200.00 to our friends at the Tommy Fund for Childhood Cancer.51st Biennial MSCFF Convention
01/08/22 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
Mourning the passing of John Stewart
01/08/22 - IAFF 323
For your convenience, a donation can be made to the Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society here.2022 PPFFA/Bob Zeigler Scholarship
01/07/22 - PPFFA
The application period for the 2022 PPFFA/Bob Zeigler Scholarship Program is now open. All program information, and elegiblity details, along with the required form to apply can be found in the member section of the website. This scholarship is for dependent children of PPFFA members only.Friday Update 1-7-22
01/07/22 - IAFF Local 1014
February 16th, 2022 | IAFF Local 21 Installation Party
01/07/22 - IAFF Local 21
SAVE THE DATE.Blue Hometown Heros Cups
01/06/22 - IAFF 1826
$2.00 from each Blue Hometown Heroes Cup purchased at MISSION BBQ will be donated to local fire and police charities. Portions of the cup sales will go to the Local 1826 SWFL Professional Firefighters and Paramedics Leroy Nottingham Benevolent Fund. The cups will be available until March 1st. Stop by today to support your local Heroes!January 13, 2022: Import Message from the UPFFA of Ct.
01/06/22 - UPFFA
As most of you may know, our good friend and brother Paul Rapanault is going through some challenging medical issues. Paul is a fighter, but he needs our support now. We have been in constant contact with his family and let them know Paul is also a member of our family. Although he is currently having difficulty speaking, his vision is very good.Union Meeting Canceled - Information Session will take place tonight only
01/05/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Sisters and Brothers,
January's Union Meeting has been canceled per the Local 858 Bylaws, Article VIII, Section 2. The Information Session will take place tonight. If you would like to attend the Inforamtion Session via ZOOM please Click Here.
Section 2. Seven (7) members shall constitute a quorum at any regular or special meeting.UNION MEETING AND INFORMATION SESSION - TONIGHT & TOMORROW MORNING
01/05/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
UNION MEETING AND INFORMATION SESSION - TONIGHT & TOMORROW MORNING
Wednesday, January 5th at 7 pm - Information Session and Union Meeting
The Information Session can be viewed over ZOOM. Please Click here for the Invitation.
The business meeting will start after the Information Session.Services and Procession Route for Firefighter Christopher Bernal
01/05/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Funeral services for Firefighter Christopher Bernal will be on Friday, January 7, 2022 at 11:00 AM. Services will be held at the First Church of the Nazarene at 3800 E. Hampden Ave, Englewood, CO, 80113.
Members wishing to be present at the church when the family arrives should be there no later than 9:50 AM as the family arrives at 10:00 AM.Honor Watch for Chris Bernal ***Urgent Need 1/4/22***
01/03/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Honor Watch for Brother Bernal has an urgent need on January 4, 2022 for 2 Shifts 1200-0400 and 0400-0800Monday Morning Headlines
01/02/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Happy New Year! This year, we did great things on this demanding job, and the Citizens of Denver should be proud of their Denver Firefighters. Thank you for all of the amazing work you have done. I pray we all have a safe and healthy 2022.Open Enrollment NYSPFFA Cancer/Critical Illness Plan
01/02/22 - IAFF Local 274
Brothers The NYSPFFA stopped offering the Aflac Cancer Plan in favor of the MetLife Cancer/Critical Illness Plan. MetLife has now improved its current plan and is offering you the opportunity to enroll into its new and improved version.2 Big Wins!
01/02/22 - IAFF Local 274
Brothers On December 22nd 2021, Our Presumptive Parkinsons Bill was signed into law by Governor Hochul. This is a huge win for us .Under this law, any New York firefighter who suffers any medical condition related to Parkinson's that wasn't present before joining the service will be presumed to be related on-the-job exposure.2022 Melrose Fire Relief Association Calendar Winners
01/02/22 - IAFF Local 1617
January 2022 IAFF Center of Excellence Webinars
01/01/22 - UPFFA
The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is hosting an online education series for IAFF members, other first responders, healthcare providers, clinicians and the community at large.Local 2687 Retirements
12/30/21 - Hamden Professional Firefighters
On November 29th, 2021, members of our Department who were scheduled for retirement effective 11/30, were honored during a gathering held at the legislative council chambers. The members who submitted their retirement papers to the Hamden Employee Retirement Board effective 11/30 are: · Assistant Chief Lubowicki 21.Boulder County Fires
12/30/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Sisters and Brothers,
As you have heard and seen, there are devasting fires in our neighboring communities to the north. This fire has affected these departments and our Sisters and Brothers who live in these communities. Our hearts and prayers go out to these members and their families.Trustee Elections 2021
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Congratulations to the Board members who retain their seats for another 5 years.Coronavirus Update #18
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Original Message sent 05/06/21 As things continue to improve and life slowly gets back to normal we have decided that we will return to normal here at the Health & Wellness Center. Effective immediately we will resume full normal operating hours, Monday - Friday 8am-8pm and Saturday 9am-5pm.INSURANCE PREMIUM CHANGES FOR 2021
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
INSURANCE PREMIUM CHANGES FOR 2021 There will only be minor Health Insurance premium changes for 2021.2021 DENTAL PLANS/RATES
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
One of the more exciting proposals to come out of the 2020 Board Workshop is the addition of a new choice for dental coverage. The current selections will remain, with an additional “High PPO” option for only2022 Medical/Dental & Supplemental Plans
12/30/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Insurance Plan Changes for 2022 The Board of Trustees met in late August for their annual workshop to set the budgets for the Health & Wellness Center and the Insurance Fund. Because of the uncertainty of the future in the insurance industry the Board elected to not make any significant changes to the Insurance Plan.
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