The 2010 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 11, 2010. Online registration begins June 1, 2010.
The mission of the IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, which is located in the shadow of Pike’s Peak, is to honor the sacrifice made by IAFF members who serve as professional fire fighters and emergency medical personnel who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Since its creation in 1976 through June 2009, the names of 2,274 fallen IAFF members have been engraved into the wall of honor located behind the memorial.
The IAFF will ensure that the ceremony remains an uplifting one for the families, friends and loved ones, and that it celebrates the lives, heroism and accomplishments of our union’s bravest of the brave.
The IAFF has prepared a video presentation summarizing all the events and activities leading up to the Memorial Service. The video will be sent to all families and local union presidents in jurisdictions that experienced or reported a line-of-duty death during the past year (June 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010).
C.J. Haberkorn, Public Relations Director, Local 858
Brothers and Sisters,
It’s an honor to serve you as the new Director of Public Relations for Local 858. My predecessor did an outstanding job for Local 858 and I hope to serve you in the same professional manner that he did. Thanks for all you did Tony! Fill the Boot and the 23rd Annual Chili Cook-Off for MDA is rapidly approaching and there is a lot of work to do. The Fill The Boot campaign will be over Labor day weekend September 4th-6th and the Cook-Off will be held September 10th (C shift). In past years, Denver Firefighters Local 858 has done an outstanding job in collecting money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association for both of these events and I know once again we will be successful in our efforts. Last year we collected just over $58,000 from Fill The Boot and the Cook-Off. This year I have set a goal of $70,000 for Local 858 and I am asking for your help in this endeavor. I request that you make a $500.00 per shift goal for single houses and $1000.00 per shift goal for double houses. One day is all it takes to make a difference for those less fortunate than us. In the past we had the luxury of having at least one probationary class to assist with the Taste of Colorado, the CU vs. CSU football game and riding around on the antique rig. This year we don’t have that option so I will need volunteers to assist with those venues. The antique rig will be out from 1200-1600 each day (Sat, Sun, and Mon.). If you are interested in helping with any of the three above mentioned events, please contact me at 303-918-2444 or Todd Revious 303-408-4290. Click on the attachment below for the registration form for the cook-off.
AMENDMENTS 60, 61, & 101 ARE BAD FOR FIRE FIGHTERS
Amendment 60 is a constitutional amendment designed to limit how taxes are raised and greatly reduces property taxes, including those used to fund fire departments. The loss of these tax dollars will mean the lack proper funding for fire apparatus, safety equipment, and great reduce the ability to pay for fire fighters in a state that is already well below the national standards for fire fighter staffing. Can Colorado really afford to cut the mills levies by half and expect fire departments to effectively provide safety?
Amendment 61 is a constitutional amendment measure that prohibits by state or local governments without specific voter approval. It sounds reasonable but in fact it would eliminate state and local bonding. The funding mechanism for fire stations, training facilities, and major fire department improvements will be crushed. The fact is that that if fire departments can’t provide fire safety for our communities with adequate staffing and equipment.
Prop 101 eliminates funding by reducing ownership tax on cars. It is estimated that local revenue would be slashed by $500 million. These monies are greatly needed and used by our communities to fund public safety programs & keep our schools functioning. In these terrible economic times is it wise to reduce the amount of money needed to keep our fire fighters working in their communities?
Colorado can not afford this massive blow to safety. We are a state the already lacks proper staffing and funding for our fire fighters. The additional cuts are far too extreme and could jeopordize the communities we are so proud to serve.
Chief Sestrich is implementing temporary staffing moves to help keep the overtime budget within projections. A Fire Chief Memo has been sent out to all members detailing the expected moves. Some of these temporary transfers are expected to happen soon. Please see the attached memo for more information.
The El Grito 5K is honored to be a part of the 2010 Colorado Runner Racing Series.
The series consists of fifteen races throughout the state. Runners will be scored based on their finishing place in each race. The winners in each division will win cold hard cash and will be featured in "Colorado Runner" magazine.
Que (What) 17th Annual El Grito 5k Run/Walk
El 12 de Septiembre, 2010 Denver, Colorado
What does the El Grito 5k benefit?
The El Grito 5k Run/Walk funds scholarships for graduating high school seniors pursuing continued education who show a demonstrated involvement in cross-country/track
Register
Race entry fee is $16 (walk-up fee is $20).
Your race entry includes:
Race t-shirt
Spicy breakfast burritos after the race Post-race beer and beverages Post-race fiesta including drawings and Latin sounds!
To register click here or for more information call Ron Felix at 303-973-9391 or email elgrito5k@comcast.net.
Attention all members:The 2001 mock vacation selection process is now open.To log on, please click here.Members will need their F# and their fuel station ID.If you have any concerns or comments please contact your vice-presidents. Thank you.
Walter and Trish Salazar were in a motorcycle crash, June 12, 2010 in rural Texas. They were returning from a volunteer week with Rocky Mountain Wind and Fire at the Dallas Burn Camp for Children. The crash resulted in the loss of Trish's life and severe injuries to Walt leaving him paralyzed. Our fundraising party will help support Walt's pursuit of freedom and provide funds to make the necessary modifications to his home and transportation so that he may live an independent life. The Salazars have been active in community service projects for years, sometimes even traveling great distances to help those in need. They assist not only efforts to raise money, but by volunteering their time for children, firefighters and veterans. Let's Return the Favor!
Join Us:
Live Music, Snacks, Drinks, and Auction Featuring local Denver Firefighter Band, 9's a Pair and guitarist, Miguel Espinoza.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Spill Lounge, 1410 Market St.,Denver
6p.m. to 10p.m., $20 Suggested Donation
For info email: salazarfund@aol.com or visit: "Salazar Family Update" on FACEBOOK
Donations may be made to:
Walter Salazar c/o Denver Fire Dept.
Federal Credit Union
2201 Federal Blvd.
Denver, CO 80221
Assistant Fire Chief Eric Tade, an 18-year veteran of Denver Fire, has been appointed as Chief of Denver Fire. Eric is a second-generation firefighter who rose through the ranks. His father, Robert Tade, is a retired Division Chief of Technical Services and his brother, Lt. David Tade, is currently assigned to Fire Prevention Bureau. Eric and his wife, Tammi, have three sons.
Eric will bring a blend of institutional knowledge and wisdom to the Fire Chief position, as well as in-depth regional knowledge and experience in collaborating with other fire departments in the Denver area. Eric has spent the last 10 years working for Local 858 as the Director of Political Affairs.
From all of us at Local 858 - Congratulations Eric!
The 2010 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 11, 2010. Online registration begins June 1, 2010.
The mission of the IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, which is located in the shadow of Pike’s Peak, is to honor the sacrifice made by IAFF members who serve as professional fire fighters and emergency medical personnel who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Since its creation in 1976 through June 2009, the names of 2,274 fallen IAFF members have been engraved into the wall of honor located behind the memorial.
The IAFF will ensure that the ceremony remains an uplifting one for the families, friends and loved ones, and that it celebrates the lives, heroism and accomplishments of our union’s bravest of the brave.
A new study by CareerCast, an Internet job board, ranks fire fighter as the most stressful job of 2010, followed by senior corporate executive, taxi driver, surgeon, commercial pilot, public relations executive, advertising account executive and real estate agent. The study assessed more than 200 professions using five core criteria: environment, income, outlook, stress and physical demands to identify the most and least stressful jobs. According to researchers, the economy, having to work harder for less money and less job security, and new technologies that keep us connected 24/7 combine to make for the highest levels of job stress in history. Interestingly, the study found that these high-stress jobs tend to have the lowest unemployment.
The 10th Annual Out of the Rough Golf Tournament to benefit the Hearts of Fire Relief Fund is being held on 9-11-2010. Shotgun start @ 08:00 at Park Hill Golf Course. Please contact Evan Soibelman (E-19-B) or @ 720-641-2358 ASAP to reserve your group. The first 144 players to pay will be the field.
Also, any Association Stewards that have received any door prizes or auction items, please contact Evan by 8-30-2010 to work out logistics.
Thanks to a new enhanced 911 emergency alert system designed by a Denver Fire Fighter, drivers may soon be alerted that an emergency vehicle is nearby. West Metro Fire Department is using this new technology; however, Denver turned down the free opportunity. More information can be found through this 9news story. http://origin.9news.com/news/local/article.aspx?storyid=141662&catid=188
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Assistant Fire Chief Eric Tade, an 18-year veteran of Denver Fire, has been appointed as Chief of Denver Fire. Eric is a second-generation firefighter who rose through the ranks. His father, Robert Tade, is a retired Division Chief of Technical Services and his brother, Lt. David Tade, is currently assigned to Fire Prevention Bureau. Eric and his wife, Tammi, have three sons.
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