Resolution #10

Lifetime MPFFU Membership for Scott Bala

WHEREAS, Brother Scott Bala has dedicated his career to the labor movement through decades of selfless leadership and commitment; and

WHEREAS, Brother Bala has served the membership of Roseville Fire Fighters Local 1614 with distinction for 27 years on the Executive Board, including 18 years as President (2003–2021), 6 years as Secretary (1997–2003), and 3 years as Trustee (1994–1997); and

WHEREAS, during his tenure, Brother Bala provided strong and effective leadership, advocating for the rights, safety, and working conditions of his fellow members; and

WHEREAS, Brother Bala served as the lead grant writer for the City of Roseville, successfully securing multiple SAFER grants that directly contributed to increasing and maintaining safe staffing levels for both firefighters and the community; and

WHEREAS, Brother Bala  contributed his time and expertise by serving on multiple MPFFU committees, helping to advance the mission and effectiveness of the organization; and

WHEREAS, Brother Bala further extended his leadership at the state level by serving as the 6th District Vice President for the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union (MPFFU) for four years, where he provided necessary service to the locals in his district on a daily basis; and

WHEREAS, in his role with the MPFFU, Brother Bala played a key role in strengthening the labor movement by helping to organize five new local unions and assisting in securing five initial contracts; and

WHEREAS, Brother Bala’s dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment have left a lasting and positive impact on his local, the MPFFU, and the fire service as a whole;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the delegates of the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union, assembled in convention, do hereby recognize and honor Brother Scott Bala for his outstanding service, leadership, and contributions to the fire service and the labor movement; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the delegates assembled at this MPFFU 56th Biennial Convention hereby bestow lifetime membership in the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union upon Brother Scott Bala; and

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this resolution be entered into the official record of the union and that a copy be presented to Brother Scott Bala as a token of our respect and appreciation.
Submitted by: MPFFU Executive Board
Cost Factor:  minimal
Committee Assigned to: Resolutions Committee
Committee Recommendation: Adopt as amended
Convention Action: