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What's New at MPFFU A021

Delta Twp Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic

JULY 21, 2014: From Wednesday, July 16 2014 through Friday, August 15, 2014 the Manager's Office will be accepting applications to establish a list for full-time Paramedic/Firefighter. More info:

Farmington Hills City Council approves new firefighter contract

The Farmington Hills Fire Fighters Association/IAFF Local 2659 has a new three-year contract that will expire June 30, 2017. Firefighters will receive a 2-percent pay increase in each of the three years of the contract. Other provisions include creating a staff lieutenant position to replace the position of assistant to the fire chief, and to have four station sergeant positions at the non-headquarter stations on a 10-hour/four day schedule. Also, probationary sergeant pay will be $65,000 and increased to $67,000 following completion of a probationary period. Changes were also made to funeral leaves. (Observer & Eccentric)

Lansing Job Posting (Firefighter EMT Trainee)

JULY 18, 2014: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the City of Lansing Fire Department Firefighter/EMT trainee position. Generation of this posting is to establish a list of eligible candidates for the fire academy trainees within the Lansing Fire Department. More info:

Trauma Burn Center Training and Award Opportunities

JULY 17, 2014: Trauma Burn Pre-Hospital Trauma Conference on Tuesday, August 26, 2014. Leland Gayheart was a 23 year old firefighter that lost his life due to a devastating burn injury in 1991. As a tribute, the Leland Gayheart Prevention Award was created to encourage prevention programs within local fire departments. Also, help support the Trauma Burn Center by golfing or making a contribution. Read more:

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP: New firefighters sworn into WTFD

JULY 16, 2014: Four new probationary firefighters were sworn into office during a badge-pinning ceremony during a Washington Township Board of Trustees meeting July 9. Read more:

Pittsfield Township Fire Department receives nearly $260K FEMA grant

JULY 15, 2014: For the second consecutive year, Pittsfield Township’s Fire Department has received a Federal Emergency Management Agency grant. Read more:

Grand Rapids Local 366 Golf Outing

Grand Rapids firefighters with Representative Brandon Dillon and Winnie Brinks at Local 366 Charity Golf Outing. View Photo:

Firefighters more likely to get cancer

JULY 11, 2014: A new study shows firefighters have higher rates of cancer. "The hardest part for me was going home and having to tell my wife and kids that I had cancer," Rodney Sweet said. Sweet is battling melanoma. The former Midland firefighter had to resign after his condition claimed part of his thumb. "It was tough," Sweet said. Read more:

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MPFFU Online Store Now Available!

Visit the new MPFFU online store. This is a secure site that allows you to safely purchase MPFFU shirts, sweaters, sweatpants, windshirts, blankets and even register for MPFFU seminars and district meetings with your credit card. You must log-in to the members only area to get to the link.

MPFFU License Plate

The branch offices of the Secretary of State will soon be implementing new requirements for individuals to receive the MPFFU License Plate. You will have to provide proof of membership by showing either your IAFF membership card or a letter from the MPFFU verifying that you are a member or eligible retiree. Please call 734-675-0206 for more information.