CONTRACT UPDATE
In light of DC-37's tentative contract agreement, there will be minimal movement by the uniformed coalition until the civilian unions either accept or reject their deal, which is expected around mid May. The 9.87% package covers 27 months, with 4% wage increases for each of the first two years and 1% at the end for a 3 month extension. There is also a NO Layoff Guarantee. This deal will NOT be accepted by the uniformed coalition. Back To Top HOSPITAL VISITORS WELCOME
Both Mike Schreiner of Engine 265 and Derek Kuhland of Ladder 167 are at Manhattan’s Mount Sinai Hospital (5th Ave & 100 Street). Due to their extended stay, all visitors are a welcomed sight.
Back To Top “14 WEEK†PROBIES NOT BEING PAID CFR-D DIFFERENTIAL
The group of probies who are in the field for 14 weeks before completion at the training academy are not being paid any CFR-D differential. They have their CFR-D or EMT certification prior to swearing in, but the FDNY is holding their CFR-D refresher for the 3 week return to probie school. The administration doesn’t feel these members are qualified until after the Department tests and certifies them on the FDNY’s defibrillators and latest curriculum updates. We disagree. While the UFA seeks to resolve this issue, we ask that these probies do not perform any CFR-D functions. Please assist with protecting these firefighters in the field.
Back To Top CONSTITUTION AMENDMENTS ENACTED
The following amendment, submitted by Jim Steen, Engine 310, was passed by greater than 2/3 majority at the April 12 union meeting. Insert ARTICLE X - DELEGATES, SECTION 3 - DELEGATES REMUNERATION into the UFA Constitution.
- Each registered delegate shall be paid $40.00 for every regular membership Meeting attended. A lump sum payment shall be paid in the month of December for that year and it shall be sent out prior to the 20th day of December.
The following amendment, submitted by Bill Mirro (Recording Secretary), Phil Pillet (Ladder 56) and Rudy Sanfilippo (Manhattan Trustee), was passed by greater than 2/3 majority at the April 12 union meeting. Insert ARTICLE V - OFFICERS AND ELECTIONS, SECTION 5 into the UFA Constitution.
- Any member elected to a position on the Executive Board of the UFA or to the position of Fire Marshal Representative shall first sign, as a condition of accepting such position an agreement that he shall be prohibited from accepting any salaried non-competitive appointed position with the City of New York, except teacher, for a period of three (3) years after leaving said office.
- The aforesaid agreement shall provide that if said member violates its terms he shall, within three (3) years of said violation reimburse the UFA all salary received from the UFA while serving in UFA office up to a maximum total of his three (3) most recent years of said salary.
- The aforesaid agreement shall provide that if said member violates its terms he shall, immediately be deemed a member NOT in good standing, and as such not be entitled to benefits offered to members in good standing (ie: group term life insurance).
ARTICLE III - MEMBERSHIP, SECTION 5
Members in good standing shall consist of all members who pay their dues or assessments within the period prescribed in Article XII hereof, and members terminated or laid off by the City of New York due to a fiscal crisis or union activities. Delinquent members shall not qualify as members in good standing. Members violating terms of agreement of Article 5/Section 5 shall not qualify as members in good standing. Back To Top FDNY LACROSSE CLUB
Come join the team for the exciting 2001 season. Open to all ranks of firefighters. Season starts week of May 20, 2001. Full season of games followed by Annual F.D. vs. P.D. showdown. Some experience preferred, but not mandatory. If interested contact: Coach Frank Durr (Battalion 54, Group 8), Bob Cook (Ladder 126, Group 22), or John Fee (Engine 231, Group 17). Back To Top HUD OFFICER NEXT DOOR PROGRAM
H.U.D.’s valuable Officer-Next-Door Program for acquiring foreclosures will be placed on line and effective as law, with the new inclusion for professional firefighters, after July 31st of this year. You can now plan ahead if you wish to take advantage of this program. It is identical to the PBA restrictions and guidelines. The discounted FHA mortgages (a different program) must still go before both house’s for approval and as yet is not available. We’ll keep you posted on it’s progress. Back To Top BURN CENTER EDUCATIONAL FINANCIAL GRANTS
The N.Y. Firefighters Burn Center Foundation will sponsor 10 educational grants beginning this Fall. Ten awards, worth $500 each, will be given to MEMBERS OF FDNY ONLY. Request in writing (typed) explaining in 550 words or less why you would like to receive the award. Submissions by May 1st. Winners declared June 15th. These are for you, not your children. Contact: The New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation, c/o Engine Company 66 & Ladder Company 61, 21 Asch Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Back To Top UFOA CAPTAIN HANS MEISTER SCHOLARSHIP
This student scholarship is for a child of a deceased firefighter/fire officer who died while still an active member of the FDNY. Please use the application forms found in the lobby or obtained from Fire Marshal Representative Ed Burke (212) 683-4832. Deadline is May 1st. Back To Top 2nd ANNUAL CAPTAIN VINCENT G. FOWLER ONE PITCH TOURNAMENT AND FAMILY PICNIC
This memorial event will be at Randalls Island on Saturday, April 21st. The tournament begins at 9:30, family picnic at 1:00, and home run derby at 3:00. Last year over 2,000 people and over 80 teams participated. Organizers are looking forward to another great turnout. Proceeds are divided and donated to the Thomas Elsasser (non LOD) Fund, Fire Family Transportation Foundation, Widow’s & Children’s Fund, and Captain Vincent G. Fowler Memorial Fund. For info, contact: John Fowler L-176, 718-965-8233 or (cell) 917-952 7507; Liam Flaherty Rescue 4, 718-476-6292 or (home) 718-492-2787; Gerry Roche E-265, 718-476-6265 or (home) 516-785-3479. Back To Top POLICE vs. FIRE RACQUETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Club Fit Briarcliff hosts this annual event on April 23rd and 24th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Check blue flyers/applications at firehouse for details, or call Ed Burke. Back To Top BATTLE OF THE BRIDGE
Tickets are still available for the Battle of the Bridge vs New York Mets game scheduled for Friday, August 17th at 7 PM. We have a limited amount of tickets and they are going quickly so if you or your company are interested, contact Fire Marshal Rep Ed Burke at the UFA office as soon as possible for tickets. Back To Top 2001 KING OF THE ICE CROWNED
The FDNY Hockey Team would like to congratulate Engine 73 and Ladder 42, this year’s champion of the “King of the Ice 2001 Tournamentâ€. Led by co-mvp’s Joe Pietrofere and Pete Carey, 73/42 held off runner-up and past champion, Engine 8 & Ladder 2 in the final game by a score of 5 - 2. Back To Top Fraternally, WILLIAM F. MIRRO
Recording Secretary, KEVIN E. GALLAGHER
President
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