by NYSPFFA | Apr 15, 2020 | nyspffa_news
SAFER Application Period Now Open The Fiscal Year 2019 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) application period is now open. The application deadline is Friday, May 15, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. (ET). There is $350 million available in federal grants to...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 13, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Governor's latest Executive Order which requires the employees of essential businesses when in contact with customers or the public to have face coverings (masks). This takes effect on April 15 at 8 p.m. and the cost for such coverings must be provided by the...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 9, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, Just a note to keep you in the loop. We have been working on a presumptive COVID 19 bill, which covers uniform and civilian employees working on the front lines, and most at risk. As your representative, I have enlisted the help of Matt O’Connor...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 8, 2020 | nyspffa_news
For anyone whose clients are purchasing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), please note that the FBI has issued written guidance intended to help identify legitimate items -- apparently, many entities purchasing PPE have been receiving counterfeit products... Please...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 8, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Anyone interested in FEMA Public Assistance funding for emergency protective measures taken in response to Coronavirus, please note that the NYS Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services has updated its webinar schedule to include additional dates and...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
Brothers and Sisters, In these difficult times, as firefighters on the front line, we are facing challenges unique to our profession. Securing proper PPE, presumptive health coverage legislation for you and your families, as well as safe operational procedures, are...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 5, 2020 | nyspffa_news
COLA Bill Included in the State Budget. Click HERE for all the details of bill.
by NYSPFFA | Apr 3, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, The New York State Legislature completed voting on the 2020-21 state budget in the early hours of Friday, April 3, in the midst of the state's response to COVID-19. Attached for your review is an overview of the state's spending plan. Matt...
by NYSPFFA | Mar 30, 2020 | nyspffa_news
NYSPFFA regrets to inform you of the passing of Marylin Noonan, past NYSPFFA secretary to the President. Marylin was a dedicated employee of the State Association for 26 years. She was was an unofficial mother to many of the members of the State Association, meeting...
by NYSPFFA | Mar 29, 2020 | nyspffa_news
FEMA TRAINING OPPORTUNITY: COVID-19 Guidance: Procurements Under Grants During Periods of Emergency or Exigency The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides financial assistance to states, territories, tribes, local governments, nonprofits, institutions...
by NYSPFFA | Mar 29, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, Please see the following information from Gov. Cuomo's Press Conferences this weekend. In addition, the Senate is meeting today and the Assembly is scheduled to meet tomorrow in an effort to pass resolutions to allow for remote voting for the...
by NYSPFFA | Mar 28, 2020 | nyspffa_news
New/updated NYS DOH protocols and guidelines on returning to work for healthcare and essential workers DOH_COVID19_HealthcarePersonnelReturntoWork_032820 DOH_COVID19_EssentialPersonnelReturntoWork_032820
by NYSPFFA | Mar 28, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Dear Brothers and Sisters, The message below has been sent to the Governor and staff. 3 issues have been identified to be priority; exposure guidance, priority testing and PPE. Getting assistance ith these issues ASAP is paramount to keeping our members safe and...
by NYSPFFA | Mar 25, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, The following information was prepared by one of Matt O’Connor’s colleagues from Hinman Straub, who attended the webinar. We will pass along further information. Samuel A. Fresina President NYSPFFA Today, NYS DHSES held a webinar about applying...
by NYSPFFA | Mar 25, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Below is some guidance for meetings and elections. If your local is unable to hold elections or meetings required in your local constitution and by-laws due to COVID-19 concerns, here is a guide that you may follow: Federal Law requires that the election of local...
