HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY

Monday is a day to remember those that have served us and sacrificed so much to make sure we are able to enjoy days like today.  Monday is the day to honor OUR heroes who are not just at work today, but every day, away from their families, some in a foreign place putting their life on the line to protect us.  Think about them and if you get the chance to thank one or more of them for keeping you safe, please do.

We live in the greatest country in the world, and for Los Angeles County Fire Fighters, Local 1014 Members, we are even more fortunate than most.  We are so not only through our hard work as a professional firefighter union, and because of what we do, but also as a result of those who sacrificed to provide an America where we have rights to bargain, negotiate and ultimately legislate that which we earn. 

We also know we enjoy freedoms for ourselves and our families unlike those in any other country in the world and we are grateful for the hard work of the people who have served and we remember their sacrifices both past and present.

While we take time to remember in traditional manners such as services and ceremonies, mini vacations to the river and the beaches and barbeques in our own backyards…please “Remember Responsibly”.

If you will be consuming beverages with alcohol, use moderation and don’t drink and drive cars or boats this holiday.  GET A RIDE, GET A DRIVER or GET A ROOM! 

There will be extra CHP vehicle checkpoints on all routes to the beaches and the river this weekend to keep us all safer so don’t test the waters; you could put your job and your families security in jeopardy…fact.  Not to mention it is the right thing to do and we should be setting the example for others and not put lives in harms way.

This weekend your 1014 board, if not at work, is spending time with our families too.  We want to wish everyone a Happy Memorial Day.  Stay safe and remember as we say every holiday PLEASE don’t drink and drive.

Your 1014 Board of Directors