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The Official Website of the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union
MPFFU UNION LEADERSHIP SEMINAR
The MPFFU is pleased to announce that we have partnered with the IAFF to offer a Union Leadership Seminar on October 28-29, 2024 at the Suburban Showcase in Novi. The purpose of this seminar is to provide you with information you can use to increase your skills as a union leader.
The agenda on Monday, October 28th will feature several different speakers in a fast-paced, general session with several short presentations on a variety of topics.
Registration will begin at 0800 and the program will start at 0900 and end at 1700. It will be followed by a networking hospitality hour from 1700-1830.
The registration fee has been reduced to $50 for the entire event. It includes all breaks, two lunches, and the hospitality/networking event on October 28th.
Please note that you have to register separately for the Monday and Tuesday sessions.
You can register for the Monday Session by clicking here. The registration fee of $50 will be deducted from your account with your November per capita tax payment.
The second day of the seminar is being taught by the IAFF instructors. These class offerings were chosen by our members who responded to a survey we sent a few months ago. The IAFF requires registration for these classes prior to October 7th. We need at least 20 people to register for each of these classes or they will be canceled. Registration is also limited to 30 students for each class. You can register for these classes by clicking on this link. You can only pick one class for each time period. Please register today.
You should also consider making a hotel reservation at the Hyatt Place Hotel for the night of October 28th because the program will start early on October 29th. You can call the hotel to make a room reservation. (248) 513-4111 or register online. Mention or enter our group code: G-MPFO to get the special discounted rate of $139, . The hotel has a 24 hour cancellation policy, so make your reservation now. You can always cancel later if you decide you don't need the room.
Governor Whitmer Signs SB 249 Creating More Opportunities to Obtain Paramedic Training
Thank you Senator Hertel, MPFFU President Matthew Sahr, MPFFU EMS Committee Chairman Monty Nye, and MPFFU Lobbyist
Melissa McKinley for all of your hard work in getting this bill introduced and passed into law.
Now our next challenge is HB 4688. Staffing should be a mandatory subject of bargaining.
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Why We Need to Be Involved in Politics
Watch this two minute video as MPFFU President Matt Sahr joins with other IAFF leaders to discuss why Fire PAC is important.
2023 Annual Report for the MPFFU PodcastWe are pleased to present the 2023 Annual Report for the MPFFU Podcast. This document provides an overview of the podcast, episode descriptions, QR codes, and links to all MPFFU Podcast content. In addition, this document provides an overview of the MPFFU Podcast YouTube and audio-only platform analytics. Take a few minutes to review it and save it for future reference. Click here to view the report.
MPFFU License Plate Application
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MPFFU License Plate The main office of the Secretary of State will now contact the MPFFU to verify your membership as an active member or retiree in our organization prior to mailing your new or replacement MPFFU license plate. Please call 734-675-0206 if you have any questions.
If you see a non-member with the MPFFU plate on their vehicle, please contact the MPFFU with the plate number. The SOS will require the non-member to return the plate within 30 days.
Upcoming Events
Oct 28 Mon MPFFU /IAFF Leadership Training
Oct 28, 2024Suburban Showplace - NoviDec 09 Mon MPFFU Executive Board Meeting
Dec 09, 2024Suburban Showplace - NoviDec 10 Tue MPFFU Committee Meetings
Dec 10, 2024Suburban Showplace - NoviIAFF Center of Excellence - 855-524-4022
Suicide Prevention Information
1. Visit the MPFFU online store to pay with a credit card for your district meeting or MPFFU Convention registrations.
2. Locals on autopay can send an email to tchesney@mpffu.org to have their registration fees deducted from their auto-pay account. (this is the preferred method)
3. Checks can be mailed to MPFFU, 1651 Kingsway Ct. Ste E, Trenton, MI 48183
Join MPFFU FIRE PAC Now - Sign-up online by clicking here.
Union Liability Insurance and Bonding Insurance
Karen Feger
Phone 410-602-2000Our mission is to provide as an added member benefit to the IAFF Affiliate Locals—A Limit of Directors & Officers Liability and Employment Practices Liability coverage at an affordable price with a simple application and underwriting process via a Group Purchasing Product. Does your Local Union need Liability Insurance?
American Income Life Insurance Company Information New Contact: Lisa Bennett - 616-635-7554
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thousands of providers nationwide.MPFFU Fundraising Information The Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union employs two fundraising companies (United Partners Outreach Inc. & Frontline Services) that call residents and businesses across the State to raise funds for our organization.
This is an on-going program that enables the general public to voluntarily support our organization and the services we provide. Please contact us at 734-675-0206 if you have any questions about the program.
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