Resolution #4

Establishment of a Retiree Association

WHEREAS, retired firefighters face unique legal, financial, and personal challenges that extend beyond the scope of active-duty representation; and

WHEREAS, the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union (MPFFU) has the capacity to support retired members in good standing through the development of a structured and organized retiree network; and

WHEREAS, a need exists to establish a system that enables retired members to effectively communicate and collaborate, including the ability to discuss and address shared concerns such as legal expenses, mental health resources, and other critical needs;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the MPFFU President shall establish an ad hoc committee comprised of 3 active and 3 retired members to research and evaluate the feasibility of creating an official Retiree Association; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the ad hoc committee shall explore mechanisms by which the Retiree Association may collect voluntary dues from eligible retired members for the purpose of establishing and sustaining a dedicated support fund; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any such fund shall be administered by a governing board elected by the members of the Retiree Association, which shall be responsible for reviewing and approving expenditures to ensure transparency, accountability, and equitable distribution of funds; and

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the ad hoc committee shall develop proposed bylaws and an operational framework for consideration and potential integration into the MPFFU structure.

Submitted by:  Local 1414 Hazel Park
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Cost Factor:  12 cents

Committee Assigned to: Constitution and By-laws 

Committee Recommendation: REJECT

Convention Action: