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The US Senate is preparing to debate and vote on this act(HR 980) that will give firefighters the right to bargain collectively and have a grievance resolution. Please contact Senator Brownback and Senator Roberts and urge them to vote in favor of this legislation that will help Firefighters across the country, including many right here in Kansas.
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Union Elections

Updated On: Dec 09, 2009 (14:12:00)

Election Results:

President:  Mike Mcmillen - (By acclamation)

Treasurer: Aaron Payne

Trustee: Heath Bethard

 

Congratulations to all election winners.

Guns and Hoses

Updated On: Dec 09, 2009 (14:12:00)

Congratulations to Firefighter Jason Ray!

Jason Ray participated in the 5th annual KC Guns N' Hoses charity fight night. He fought in bout 19 against Danny Meeker, an Overland Park firefighter.Jason won the fight by decision. Congratulations Jason, you represented the department well, and we hope you will fight again in the future.

Guns ‘N Hoses is a charity boxing event featuring policemen versus firemen to benefit SAFE Surviving Spouse and Family Endowment Fund (SAFE) which provides financial assistance to the spouses and children.

 

 

Related Links:
http://www.kcgunsandhoses.com/Home.html 

2010 Open Enrollment

Updated On: Nov 12, 2009 (17:32:00)

Members of Local 1596;

Just a reminder that we are in the 2010 Open Enrollment period. This period ends on December 4, 2009 so make sure your get any changes made before the deadline. Enrollment Packets can be accesse electronically at:

 http://intranet/index.php?q=open_enrollment

 http://www.lawrenceks.org/adminservices/pdffiles/oe2010.pdf

 Remember that you can get out of paying this years extra premium cost by participating in one of the biometric screenings. You will also find information about these screenings on the Intranet or by call Human Resources at 785-832-3203.

 

 

 

 


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