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Fire Prevention Open House
09/01/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Saturday Sept.

Notice of September 2025 General Membership Meetings
08/28/25 - Detroit Fire Fighters Association

MPFFU Fundraiser
08/06/25 - Delta Township Professional Fire Fighters, IAFF L2846
Dear Brothers and Sisters, The Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union (MPFFU) has launched a statewide fundraiser to combat food insecurity across our state. Each Local has been asked to contribute $100 toward a collective donation on behalf of the MPFFU. At our meeting this evening, a motion was unanimously passed for our Local to contribute $500 to this important cause.

DFFA Endorses Council President Mary Sheffield for Mayor of Detroit
08/01/25 - Detroit Fire Fighters Association

Paramedic Scholarship
07/23/25 - IAFF Local 1164

The Livonia Fire Department is sponsoring seven EMT/FF's through paramedic school starting in late September 2025. Students will do their internship with the LFD and receive a monthly stipend as well. This is made possible through the 2026 State of Michigan (MDHHS) EMS Workforce Grant. Contact Lt. Daniel Haller for an application.

Happy 4th of July
07/05/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Tour De Kids
05/20/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Join Breaking Barriers for Kids and Families for a fun-filled morning at Tour de Kids 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 14! Get ready for a day of excitement where your little ones can bike, play, and meet their favorite characters—Bluey, Spiderman, and Cinderella—in person.

Passport To Safety 2025
05/20/25 - IAFF Local 1164

This year’s event will be on June 7th from 10am-2pm at Station 1 Visit safety stations and see a number of demonstrations revolving around safety for kids. This outdoor event is free and open to the public. Enjoy free refreshments and entertainment while learning important lessons on maintaining personal safety.

Set a secure admin password
05/06/25 - IAFF Local 421
The first thing to do when you initially login as the administrator is set a secure password for the account. Click the User Settings button from the home page, then scroll down to the bottom of the page. You will see a password field. Delete the current password and enter in your own private password.

The administration area
05/06/25 - IAFF Local 421
The Administration Area is the main control panel for the UnionActive system. To access the Administration Area, login to the website as an administrator, and then click the Admin Area button just below the website date. Each link in the Administration Area has a short description about what can be done in that area.

31st Annual DFFA Burn Fund Golf Outing
04/22/25 - Detroit Fire Fighters Association
FULL INFORMATION/REGISTRATION PACKAGE ATTACHED BELOW.

Fire Safety House
03/26/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Livonia Fire & Rescue is thrilled to announce our brand new inflatable Fire House! Your Livonia Firefighters will be on hand to guide you on a safety tour through each room which features a built-in smoke feature as well as easy to read fire safety tips.

Support Captain Matt Bernelis's Recovery
03/09/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Please consider donating to one of your own Livonia Firefighters. Matt is fighting his second cancer diagnosis. He still has a long recovery ahead of him and anything helps. Thank you for your kindness in helping him and his family. https://www.theyardfoundation.

St. Patrick’s Day shirts
03/06/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Just a few days to go, Supplies are limited. Hello friends, family and supporters of your local Livonia firefighters union 1164. This and every year we sell St. Patrick’s Day shirts both long and short sleeve shirts for charity. 100% of proceeds go to our general charity fund to support our community. Thanks again for your support.

Two Workers Rescued
02/27/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Feb 25, 2025, four of our Livonia firefighters, assigned to the Western Wayne County Urban Search and Rescue - USAR team, assisted in the rescue of two workers trapped in a trench collapse in Wyandotte. The USAR team is one of the most skilled in the region.

Congressional Fire Service Institute (CFSI) Symposium
02/21/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Chief Jennison joined fire service leaders from Michigan and across the nation at the Congressional Fire Service Institute (CFSI) Symposium in Washington, DC. This event focused on key topics related to improving public safety and ensuring our firefighters and first responders have the resources they need to serve our community.

Livonia Passport To Safety 2025
02/11/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Happy New Year
01/02/25 - IAFF Local 1164

Reminding everyone to stay safe tonight and not to drink and drive so we can all have a Happy New Year.

American Flag
01/02/25 - IAFF Local 1164

A few weeks ago while fighting a warehouse fire, once the fire was under control our guys took the time to pick up the American flag off the floor.

New Firefighters
12/07/24 - IAFF Local 1164

Congratulations to Firefighters Pike and Hanrahan who completed the Schoolcraft Fire Academy and will begin shift work next week. Joined by members of the Honor Guard along with Chief Jennison, Deputy Chief Clay and Training Officer McKee. Welcome to Livonia.

Congratulations Joey
10/21/24 - IAFF Local 1164

From Fire Chief Jennison: Please join me in Congratulating Lieutenant Joey Merrell, who has successfully graduated from the Eastern Michigan University-Fire Staff and Command Program.

Funeral Information
10/21/24 - IAFF Local 1164

Please save the date for a Celebration of Life in honor of Mayor Dennis Wright. Join us on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 1-4 p.m. at Laurel Manor on Schoolcraft Road.

Passing of former Mayor of Livonia Dennis Wright
10/04/24 - IAFF Local 1164

Livonia Fire & Rescue is heartbroken to learn of the passing of former Mayor of Livonia Dennis Wright. It was our pleasure to serve the citizens during his tenure, and we are forever grateful for his support. The City of Livonia has lost a friend, mentor and Mayor – Dennis Wright passed away today at age 72.

GIANNA GRACE VS BRAIN TUMOR
09/17/24 - IAFF Local 1164

Gianna Grace (better known as GiGi) is a sweet, sassy and full of life 5 year old little girl who was diagnosed with an aggressive grade 4 medulloblastoma (large cancerous brain tumor) just over a week ago (sept 13 2024). GiGi and her family began this battle at Children’s hospital in Detroit under the most amazing neurosurgical team.

9/11 at Annual Dinner Event.
09/16/24 - IAFF Local 1164

L-R LFD Chaplain Kate Mackie, AL Post 32 Service Officer David Laycock, Fire Lieutenant Adam Schmid, Firefighters Tyler Vermeesch, Alex Giancecchi, David Dilernia, LFD Chief Robert Jennison, and LFD Deputy Chief Wade Clay. Myron H. Beals American Legion Post 32 Livonia, MI Remembers 9/11 at Annual Dinner Event. LIVONIA - (Sept.