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On: Jan 17, 2010 (20:10:00)
In October, six Local-2819 members travelled to the Dominican Republic to provide EMS training to the local fire department. Who could of known the impact they would make with the relief efforts of the Hatian earthquake. Thank you Brothers Hostetter, Sorenson, DeSchryver, Ebert, Stack, and Burnt for your work. You can read the Sun article HERE.
November 4, 2009 – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will begin accepting applications for Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grants beginning November 16, 2009, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The application period will close December 18, 2009, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Applications for $210 million in SAFER funding will be available through the Assistance to Firefighters (FIRE Act) web site, along with program guidance. A second application period will open in early 2010 for the $420 appropriated for Fiscal Year 2010.
As you may know, the rules governing the use of SAFER funds have changed. The IAFF wrote and lobbied to also make SAFER grants available to rehire fire fighters who have been laid off, bring back positions that are not being filled as a result of the current financial crisis and to prevent further reductions in staffing. Grants will be expedited in order to deliver funds as soon as possible.
Municipalities with fire departments facing reduced emergency response capabilities should apply for SAFER funding. The IAFF urges affiliates to work with their fire chiefs and local lawmakers to file for the grants. City management must submit the application, but the IAFF is available to assist your community in applying for the grants.
The changes under the new law do not affect existing SAFER grants. The changes are not retroactive.
The upcoming IAFF Redmond Symposium November 8-12 in Los Angeles includes a "Writing Winning Grants" session on how to apply for SAFER and other Assistance to Firefighters grants. In addition, a representative from AFG will be available to answer questions.
Local 2819 would like to thank all the members that provided help for the dance Friday night. It was a big success with 220 attendees. It looks like we may have another next year.
October 2, 2009 is the date. This is a great opportunity to treat your daughter(s) to a night of fun. This event will be open to the public and to all ages. Tickets are on sale now for $12 each at www.firefightersdance.org. If you aren't planning to attend we would love to have your help with set up, operations, and clean up. Remember the credo: Power Through Participation!
All proceeds benefit our IAFF 2819 Benevolent Fund.
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On: Sep 06, 2009 (11:55:00)
Thanks to the generous support of the citizens of Central Kitsap, Poulsbo and North Kitsap over $23,000 in donations were raised for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Brothers, Sisters and family members participated in collecting these donations at three different locations over 5 days. Brothers from our Local will be presenting the check to the MDA this Monday, September 7th, on the annual Labor Day Telethon.
THANK YOU to all the Citizens and members that participated in this year's Fill the Boot Campaign.
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On: Sep 26, 2009 (17:50:00) Local 2819 is honored to partner with Silver City Restaurant & Brewery in their annual Oktoberfest. The 13th annual event is scheduled for the 18-20th of September with a special VIP event on the 17th of September. This is the largest fund raiser for our Benevolent Fund, and again this year Silver City will be donating all the profits from the weekend. The Local has also purchased commemorative glasses to sell at the event to benefit the Benevolent Fund.
Come enjoy great food, great beer, and a great event. Please support this local business that supports our Local. Download:
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