Mar. 4-6, 2013: Cornell Labor Seminar

Locals will be allowed a maximum of three (3) people for the program. If there are vacancies after the cut-off date, they will be filled on a first come first serve basis.  Session will start at 1 p.m. on Monday and conclude at approximately 1 p.m. on Wednesday. ...

The Siren – Issue #3

Table of Contents Governor Signs Ambulance Bill NYSPFFA Launches New Web Site Court Sets High Bar for Success in Disability Benefits Appeal Comptroller Releases Annual State Spending and Revenue Report Coalition of Mayors Want to Water Down Binding Arbitration...

IAFF Announces Fire Prevention Week – October 7-13

The IAFF is encouraging affiliates to participate in the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Fire Prevention week October 7-13 by reviewing their own safety policies and getting important messages out to the public. This year’s theme is “Have 2 Ways Out!”...

Local Focus: Yonkers Fire Fighters Local 628

Since July 1, 2009, members of the Yonkers Fire Department (NYSPFFA Local 628) have worked without a contract – a result of a difference of opinion related to a section of the old bargaining agreement. However, a recent court decision in a nearly identical contract...

Oct. 3 Legislative Update

On October 3, 2012 the Governor Signed into Law - Municipal Ambulance Operation (Ambulance Bill) This could not have been accomplished without the locals showing their support for this important bill. The Governor also vetoed the following bills: A 5739-A / S 7209 -...

The Siren – Issue #2

Table of Contents Update from the State Capitol Potential Control Board Legislation Agreement Announced on 9/11 Museum and Memorial Court Says Retiree Health Benefits Can Be Reduced in Retirement NYSPFFA Submits Amicus Brief to Court of Appeals NYC Mayor Directs City...

The Siren – Issue #1

Table of Contents Update from the State Capitol State Considering Super Control Board Comptroller Reports Bad News on Pension Funds AFL-CIO Re-Elects President Romney Trails Obama in NY Download The Siren here.