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Its that time AGAIN.... Below you will find the endorsement recommendations from 1014, CPF and the IAFF. At 1014 we take elections very serious with our local elected officials. When there is an election in any of our cities we contact all those that are running for office and invite them for an interview. Some choose not to attend.

FIREFIGHTER FAMILY MEMBERS WORK THEIR TAILS OFF TO EARN JOBS IN OUR PROUD PROFESSION WHERE THEY SERVE THE PUBLIC AND SAVE LIVES AND MIGHT EVEN BE CALLED UPON TO GIVE THEIR OWN LIVES FOR OTHERS…

That is what our investigation revealed.  I write to you on behalf of the entire Local 1014 Executive Board and in fact I probably represent the sentiment of every Fire Fighter Father or Mother whose son or daughter serves in our profession so proudly, especially as an LA County Fire Fighter.

We take great offense to the LA Times Article in Sunday’s Paper in which Paul Pringle took a low shot in yet another series of articles that serve to attack Firefighters on anything and everything as part of a ploy to continue to pressure cuts and deleverage our Unions. This is a follow up to the same attack on UFLAC 112 – LA City Members that recently occurred.

We have been working with UFLAC and the Department to navigate and put back pressure on these directed attacks designed to continue to politicize our systems as we both move to negotiate contracts.  These articles and similar will continue, and serve as a reminder of the fact we are not nearly done with an overall strategy aimed at our profession to tear down our compensation and retirement and medical packages. Like a bad meal, we will just get through this article and move on with our business but a few words need to be said internally about this.

It is a fact that sons and daughters follow in their fathers and mothers footsteps in all aspects of work, and we have often seen Actors, Singers, Entertainers, NFL and MLB and other Sports figures, children of workers in both the private and public sector jobs follow in their parent’s footsteps and this is a great thing. As a matter of fact, when children opt for the same work as their parents, it could be argued the only advantage they have is looking at a role model who can show them the ropes, provide connections for school and job paths to set the stage for them to see what the job is like and if inclined to pursue and go earn it.  The County recognizes this each year we participate in “Bring you sons and daughters to work day”.  This is designed to specifically expose our children to our job interests and with good purpose.

The Union has been working on this item for some time with the Department and this article was not unexpected and we will continue to monitor and ensure no over-reaction to the article from the Department and the County as we have seen from LA City Elected Officials and Staff. More to come on testing and training procedures. 
 
Your Executive Board and I know all of you are proud of our members work and accomplishments including those who are related to those who have served or are serving and I can personally attest to the pride and dedication and work ethic and work product of Ryan Tripp who was viciously and unfairly attacked in this article. I work with Ryan in Battalion 13 regularly on fires, strike team assignments, major EMS calls and more and he does a hell of a job… He represents similar stories for all of you but serves as an example for all. The only thing criminal in Ryan’s story is the picture they used in the article and the fact that he is a San Francisco Fan, but thankfully they did not print that. 

Finally, the author of the article left out this little finishing fact for all to read.  These sons and daughters who serve and have earned the right to serve like anyone else may be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice at any given time.  FDNY firefighters on 911 and of course LA County Fire Fighters unfortunately know this all too well.  Perhaps Paul Pringle should research that a bit before he writes about the fiber of our members.  One Badge, One Bear, One Share!  Let us contemplate these thoughts at line-up and do what we do, get back to work as we humbly serve our public.  

Take care…. Dave Gillotte and the Executive Board of Local 1014

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For your spouses and family, please take some time to complete and mail to LACERA the RETIREMENT SPECIFIC durable power of attorney.

While some durable power of attorney forms in the past have been accepted, some have not.  You must sign and have notarized specifically that you want your designee (attorney-in-fact) to handle your retirement affairs.  This LACERA drafted form eliminates that ambiguity.

Whats important about Power of Attorney?  If you are an active employee, retirement decisions must be made if you are incapacitated and unable to make them.  Power of Attorney allows your designee to make such decisions when you are incapacitated.  Those decisions made by the designee may mean a huge difference in spousal and childrens benefits.

Please take the time to fill it out and send to LACERA so it is on file.

We have also posted the form in our "retirement" and "member resources" section.

You can also read more about DPA and processing it at LACERA Q and A (click here)

All LACERA Forms (including DPA) can be found HERE (click here)

Fill out your form and send to LACERA - PO Box 7060 Pasadena, CA 91109-7060  Be sure to enclose your employee number!

If you have questions abotu any LACERA issue please email Will Pryor at willp@local1014.org

LOCAL 1014 EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTION NOMINEES

The following members have accepted nomination for the following offices at the close of the acceptance period on Tuesday, October 21, 2014:

Ballots and ballot statements will be sent to your homes on November 7, 2014.  Just as a reminder, all ballots must be post marked by U.S. POSTAGE SERVICE and all ballots must be received at the Post Office Box by 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 in order to be counted.  All ballots must go through the Post Office Box and no hand carried ballots will be accepted.  Mail your ballot in early so your VOTE counts.

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2014 IAFF & CPF Memorials

Local 1014 Executive Board works with our Department, our Honor Guard, Chaplains, and our Fire Chief to honor our fallen each year at the IAFF, CPF and Department Fallen Firefighter memorials. Family First is our motto on honoring and remembering our fallen.

Thank you to our Fire Chief, our Honor Guard, Chaplains and the Emerald Society for coming out to support and participate in the ceremonies, we are proud to sponsor their work.

This year at the CPF Memorial Matthew Mazzocco (Chico State) was one of the recipients of the Daniel A. Terry Scholarship. This award is presented to children of fallen firefighters through the California Fire Foundation.

We are sad to announce that shortly after the IAFF Memorial in Colorado James Chatelain, husband of Janet Chatelain passed away. Jim was with his friends on Sunday the 21st. He was returning from a baseball game in Denver and collapsed in the hotel lobby he was staying in. The last words Jim had to say to us was "THANK YOU". He was very appreciative of everything the Department and 1014 had done for Jan and himself during their time of need.

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IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial September 20, 2014

September 20th, 2014 the IAFF and Brothers and Sisters from throughout the Nation gather in Colorado Springs, Colorado on Hallowed Ground at the IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial to honor those who gave all.

Los Angeles County Fire Firefighters IAFF Local 1014 added 8 names to the wall.

Please take a moment today to "Never Forget" and you can watch the ceremonies via live stream or at iaff.org

Also placed on the IAFF Wall were the 19 members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots that gave the ultimate sacrifice during the Yarnell Hill Fire near Prescott Arizona. Included in those 19 heros is Kevin Woyjeck, son of Joe Wyojeck. Joe, as we all know, is an LA County Fire Captain as well as a the Vice President of the LA County Fire Museum.     During the ceremony as you can see from the photo on the right, there were 19 flags representing Arizona that marched in.  The flags of the IAFF were then presented to a family member of these heros.   These 19 young men gave all for the citizens they protect.  Please keep them in your thoughts.

LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE FIGHTERS IAFF LOCAL 1014 BROTHERS AND SISTERS 2014 MEMORIAL WALL PLACEMENT.

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California Professional Firefighters Memorial October 11, 2014

On Saturday October 11th, the names of three of our fallen Brothers were placed on the California Professional Firefighters Memorial Wall.

This year the California Fire Foundation placed 15 fallen firefighter names on the wall from fire department's throughout California. Fifteen names to many.

Please keep our fallen brothers, and those brothers and sisters who have previously given the ultimate sacrifice for those we protect, in your thoughts and prayers. Always remembered, never forgotten.

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On Saturday October 11th, the names of three of our fallen Brothers will be placed on the California Professional Firefighters Memorial Wall.

This year the California Fire Foundation will be placing 15 fallen firefighter names on the wall from fire department's throughout California. Fifteen names to many.

Please keep our fallen brothers, and those brothers and sisters who have previously given the ultimate sacrifice for those we protect, in your thoughts and prayers. Always remembered, never forgotten.

You can watch the memorial service online by clicking here

If you have any questions please call the hall at (310) 639-1014

Fraternally,

Your Executive Board

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

This is an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. While most people are aware of breast cancer, many forget to take the steps to have a plan to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same. We have made a lot of progress but still have a long way to go and need your help!

National Breast Cancer Foundation

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM), also referred to in America as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM), is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure. The campaign also offers information and support to those affected by breast cancer......

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Breast cancer is the second most common kind of cancer in women. About 1 in 8 women born today in the United States will get breast cancer at some point. The good news is that many women can survive breast cancer if it’s found and treated early. A mammogram......

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Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States (other than skin cancer). But millions of women are surviving the disease thanks in part to early detection and improvements in treatment. The American Cancer Society is actively fighting breast cancer by helping women get tested to find breast cancer earlier, and helping them understand their treatment options and cope with the physical and emotional side effects. We also fund research to help prevent, find, and treat breast cancer.......

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Local 1014 MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Local 1014 is in the process of preparing for our 2014 Executive Board Elections. If you had a change of address in the last 6 months and have not notified the Union, you need to call, fax or email your new address immediately.

E-MAIL :  mail@local1014.org

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Today the IAFF and Brothers and Sisters from throughout the Nation gather in Colorado Springs, Colorado on Hallowed Ground at the IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial to honor those who gave all.

Los Angeles County Fire FIghters IAFF Local 1014 will add 8 names to the wall and we also honor the Granite Mountain 19, with Kevin Woyjac - Also a Local 1014 Member.

Please take a moment today to "Never Forget" and you can watch the ceremonies via live stream or at iaff.org

LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE FIGHTERS IAFF LOCAL 1014 BROTHERS AND SISTERS 2014 MEMORIAL WALL PLACEMENT...

PRESCOTT AZ - GRANITE MOUNTAIN 19 AND LET US NOT FORGET "DONUT" THE 20TH..HE IS HERE TODAY...

In memory and solidarity,

Local 1014 Executive Board

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