Kansas State IAFF Newswire Current news directly from Kansas State IAFF locals.

Firefighter Calendar for Museum 09/06/18 - IAFF Local 135 The Kansas Firefighters Alliance is making a special tribute in our 2019 Kansas Firefighter Calendar in the month of October.

Annual Retirement Party 08/27/18 - IAFF Local 64 IAFF LOCAL 64 ANNUAL RETIREMENT PARTY Thursday September 27, 2018 Doors will open at 5:30PM with food service starting at approx. 6pm George Meyn Center Wyandotte County Park IN HONOR of ALL RETIREES of LOCAL 64 This party is for retirees and spouse or significant other, active members and their families.

Union Officer Elections 08/27/18 - IAFF Local 64 Due to the decision of Steve Long to step down as President of Local 64, nominations were held for that position at the August union meetings. The only nomination submitted was the name of JJ Simma, therefore JJ has been declared President by acclamation. Enclosed is the contact information for President Simma.

Save Engine 6 08/10/18 - IAFF Local 135 Please take a moment to watch this PSA on Engine 6.  The Politicians plan to remove it at the end of the year.  How will this impact the safety of your family? Click this link to view the video.

18th District Court Judge Endorsement 07/17/18 - IAFF Local 135  The Wichita Firefighters L135 Fire Pac is endorsing David Lowden for the 18th District Diviion 17 Court Judge in Sedgwick County.  David came to us wanting our endorsement. Charles Helm, Jerimiah Toothaker and I met with him and wanted to know our thought and why he wanted our support. He has worked in the DA's office for the last 26 years.

Hook a Kid on Golf Tournament June 2nd 05/21/18 - IAFF Local 135

Wichita Public Safety Coalition 05/07/18 - IAFF Local 135

State of the Union 04/04/18 - IAFF Local 135

Union Officer Elections 03/27/18 - IAFF Local 64 Due to the decision of President Steve Long to step down from office, nominations for President will be taken at the August union meetings and the election will be held at the September meetings.

2018 Legislative reception 01/08/18 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters Officers and Members The Annual Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters Legislative Reception will be Thursday February 8th at 5:30 pm.  Thursday afternoon between 1:30 and 2:00 President Wing will have an executive board meeting with all members encouraged to attend.  We will also have a small workshop with a representative from KP&F.

2018 KSCFF Conference info 12/06/17 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters The PDF contains information about the 2018 conference hotel reservations.

73rd Annual Conference 11/15/17 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters Save the Date 73rd Annual Conference The Conference will be held June 6th to 9th at the Great Wolfe Lodge in Kansas City, Kansas.  Room rates are $139.00 a night including tax.  Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-608-9653.  Be sure to let them know you are with the Kansas State Council of Firefighters when making reservations.

Thank You Letter from Emma Eck 08/28/17 - IAFF Local 135 We received this thank you letter from Emma Eck (Captain Urban Eck's Daughter) to the membership for assisting her with the W.H."Howie" McClennan Scholarship.

Firefighter Ring from Jewelry Savers 07/25/17 - IAFF Local 135 Jewelry Savers offering a free Tungsten Ring ($90.00 value) to active firefighters.  They must bring in their ID when ordering the ring.  They need to have a minimum of 300 ordered before they will process any orders.  They are located in the Cabelas parking lot on the North End. Retirees, Spouses and Volunteers can also buy the ring for a reduced cost of ($50.

McSwain Foundation Benefit Gala 06/13/17 - Lawrence Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1596

Peer Support Training 06/07/17 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters IAFF Local 135 is hosting a Peer support Certification class August 29th and 30th 2017.  If your Local is interested in attending, contact Local 135 for more information. Fraternally Matt Schulte President Local 135 316-644-6406 428 N. St.

Firefighter Calendar for Museum 06/06/17 - IAFF Local 135 The Kansas Firefighters Museum is seeking people for their next Firefighter Calendar. Chief Blackwell has given premission for Wichita Firefighters to participate this year.  Please see the attached flyer and contact Nancy Peters is ineterested.

FF Museum Golf Tournament 05/08/17 - IAFF Local 135

City of Wichita Contract Offer 04/25/17 - IAFF Local 135 Good Afternoon!!! The union will be conducting a Contract Vote on May 2nd, 3rd and 4th, on the City's latest offer. The Negotiating team has worked hard to put as musch money in your pockets and tried to make sure your rights were protected. I am attaching copies of the offer and the Unions Stance. If you have any questions let us know.

Thank You Letter 03/08/17 - IAFF Local 135

Calling all Wife's of Wichita Firefighters 02/06/17 - IAFF Local 135 The IAFF Local 135 would like to invite those that would like to be part of the Wichita Firefighter's Women's Axillary!!!! There is a meeting at the Union Hall scheduled for February 22, 2017 from 6-8 pm.  428 N. St. Francis please see the attachment.

TJ Grisby College Fund Ugift Instructions 02/06/17 - IAFF Local 135 The International Association of Firefighters Local 135, has established a College Fund for TJ Grisby through Learning Quest. The attached document will assist those who wish to donate directly to his college fund. We and the Grisby family want to thank you for assisting us with making it possible for TJ to attend college which was his dads main goal.

COLA Rally 01/26/17 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters The Kansas Coalition of Public Employees will be having a rally for Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for KPERS retirees on Monday February 6, 2017 at the Capitol. The rally will begin at 10 AM in the rotunda on the 1st floor. Parking is limited around the Capitol so Local 83 will be providing a shuttle for people that want to park at the Kansas Expo Centre.

Funeral information for Jerry Marlatt 01/17/17 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters Gerald Dean Marlatt Posted on January 17, 2017 Gerald Dean Marlatt “Jerry”, passed away January 9, 2017 at his home in Emmett Kansas at the age of 72. Jerry was born January 28, 1944 in Topeka Kansas to Herbert Max Marlatt and Marguerite Jane (Spaeth) Crowe. At the time he was the largest baby ever delivered at Stormont-Vail hospital at 14lbs 7oz.

2017 Legislative Reception 01/10/17 - IAFF Local 135 Officers and Members The Annual Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters Legislative Reception will be Thursday February 9th 5:30 pm.  Thursday afternoon between 1:30 and 2:00 President Wing will have an executive board meeting with all members encouraged to attend.  The reception and board meeting will be located at the Ramada Convention Center, Downtown Topeka.