Uniformed Firefighters Association

The 9/10 Union Meeting is rescheduled to 9/23

On Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 1030 hours, E-73/L-42 will host a Memorial Mass in quarters honoring the memory of Father Mychal Judge, DC Joseph Marchbanks Jr., Lt. Raymond Murphy, L-16, Lt. Brian Ahearn, E 230 and FF Peter Bielfeld, L-42. A special plaque dedication and street renaming will take place after the Mass commemorating…

The FDNY will host or participate in a number of commemorative ceremonies to honor the 343 members lost by the Department on September 11, 2001. NATIONAL 9/11 MEMORIAL On Friday, September 11th, an observance will take place at the National September 11th Memorial Plaza at the WTC Site at Liberty Street and Trinity Place. Family…

On November 21, 2014, legislation was enacted that extends the deadline for filing a written and sworn WTC Notice of Participation form with the Fire Pension Fund to September 11, 2015. The FDNY Pension department will send a letter to all members, (active and retired) that were active on 9/11/2001, or that were hired in…

The San Diego Chapter of FDNY Retirees is inviting all active and retired members of the FDNY and their families to join them on Friday, September 11, 2015 at 2:30 pm for a very special 9/11 Memorial Remembrance Ceremony. The Memorial Service will be conducted on the flight deck of the historic aircraft carrier, the…

Once again, the Army at Fort Totten, under the Command of Colonel Robert Cooley, will honor fallen FDNY members; FM Ronald Bucca, Lt. Andrew Fredericks, FF Michael Mullan, FF Mark Whitford, and FF Shawn Powell. These members were also servicemen within the US Army, who were lost on September 11th, 2001. This year the ceremony…

On Monday, September 14th at 11am, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Michael J. Vecsi, L-122, who died on September 14, 2014. The dedication will take place in the quarters E-220 and L-122, located at 530 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend.…

JON STEWART LEADS RALLY ON WASHINGTON/ UFA Lobby DayComedian Jon Stewart will join over one hundred 9/11 first responders on Sept. 16th as they walk the halls of congress yet again to lobby for continuation of the 9/11 health care & compensation programs they desperately need and deserve. Stewart will kick-off the day of lobbying…

The annual Lt. John Martinson Memorial Picnic will be held on Saturday, September 19th (Rain or Shine) from 12pm to 6pm at the Hillside Swim Club, located at 151 Signs Road., Staten Island. The picnic will include live music, rides, and games. For ticket information visit: www.JohnMartinsonMemorialFoundation.org.

Permission is granted to off-duty members of the Department to participate in the annual Steuben Day Parade, scheduled for Saturday, September 19th. Members participating shall wear dress uniform. Assembly Time: 11am Assembly Point: East 67th Street & Madison Avenue, Manhattan. The Post Parade Collation is to follow at the St. Ignatius Loyola School Cafeteria, located…

On Sunday, September 20th at 11:30am, a block party will be held to celebrate the FDNY's 150th year anniversary. The party will take place in the quarters of E-6 at…

Permission is granted for off-duty members to participate in the 2015 African American Day Parade on Sunday, September 20th. Participating members of the Department should assemble on W. 112th Street between Adam Clayton Powell Blvd & St. Nicholas Avenue, NY at 12:30pm. Dress uniform, including white gloves shall be worn. For more information call FDNY…

On Wednesday, September 23rd at 11am, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Daniel E. Heglund, R-4, who died on September 22, 2014. The dedication will take place in the quarters of R-4, 64-18 Queens Blvd, Queens, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested…

Based upon the overwhelming feedback from the Delegate body, the Executive Board of the UFA, in accordance with the UFA’s Constitution, has voted to cancel the September 23rd meeting of Delegates where they were to vote on the proposed CBA and postpone the vote until the PBA contract arbitration award has been issued. Article XIV,…

Help honor the 343 members of the FDNY lost on September 11, 2001. Members are needed to carry memorial banners and U.S. Flags at the Tunnel to Towers Run on Sunday, September 27th. Please arrive at 7:30am sharp at Trinity Square, located in Manhattan directly outside the Battery Tunnel, two blocks south of the quarters…

On Monday, September 28th at 11am, L-81 will have a Centennial Celebration in their quarters located at 278 McLean Ave, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress uniform.

On Wednesday, September 30th at 11am, E-160 will have a Centennial Celebration in their quarters located at 1850 Clove Road, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress uniform.

WakeWednesday, September 30th & Thursday, October 1st from 2-5pm & 7-9pm Marine Park Funeral Home 3024 Quentin Road, Brooklyn, NY 11234 718-339-8900 Funeral Friday October 2nd at 10:30am St. Thomas Aquinas R.C. Church 1550 Hendrickson Street, Brooklyn, NY 11234 718-253-4404 Interment to follow at St. Charles Cemetery, 2015 Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11735. In lieu…

On Thursday, October 1st, at 11am, E-295 and L-144 will have a Centennial Celebration in their quarters located at 12-49 149th Street, Whitestone, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress uniform.

WakeWednesday, September 30th & Thursday, October 1st from 2-5pm & 7-9pm Marine Park Funeral Home 3024 Quentin Road, Brooklyn, NY 11234 718-339-8900 Funeral Friday October 2nd at 10:30am St. Thomas Aquinas R.C. Church 1550 Hendrickson Street, Brooklyn, NY 11234 718-253-4404 Interment to follow at St. Charles Cemetery, 2015 Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11735. In lieu…

Applicants must currently be enrolled in college, trade or vocational school. This scholarship is for dependent children of active, retired or deceased Firefighters, Fire Marshals or Marine Wipers who are full-time students up to & including age 23 for undergraduate education. Active members and their spouses are also eligible. Dependent children, spouses of LOD deceased…

On Friday, October 2nd, at 11am, E-95 and L-36 will have a Centennial Celebration in their quarters located at 29 Vermilyea Ave, New York, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress uniform.

The Annual Lt. Carpluk / FF Reilly "Brothers in Battle" 5K Memorial Run will be held on Saturday, October 3rd at Orchard Beach, Bronx, NY. Registration is $30 and begins at 10am with the race starting at 11am, with food and beverages to follow. For further information, contact E-75/L-33 at 718-430-0275 or E-42 at 718-430-0242.…

The MasterChef Judges are once again looking for the Best Home Cooks in America. Attend an Open Call on October 3rd & October 4th from 10am to 6pm at Doubletree…

Permission is granted to off-duty members of the Department to participate in the Annual Pulaski Day Parade, scheduled for Sunday, October 4th. All members and their families are invited to participate. Members are requested to attend in dress uniform. For further information contact George Povey, L-20 at 631-384-2304. Assembly Time: 12pm. Assembly Point: East 38th…

Tryouts for the FDNY Hockey Team will be held at Abe Stark Rink, Coney Island, Brooklyn, October 6th & 13th. All tryouts begin at 11am. For more information, email fdnyhockey25@gmail.com or call 718-913-0720.

On Wednesday, October 7th, at 11am, a Memorial Service will be held for deceased members of the Fire Department at the Firemen's Monument, 100th Street and Riverside Drive, Manhattan, 10025.

On October 8th from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at The Staaten, 697 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310. Tickets cost $100.00 per person and include a dinner buffet, open bar, music, a 50/50, Chinese, silent and live auctions. Only 300 tickets will be sold. Please note that all tickets will be sold in advance ‚àö¬¢‚Äö√ᬮ‚Äö√Ñ√∫ there…

On Thursday, October 8th at 11am, R-4 will have a Prayer Service commemorating the 20th anniversary of Firefighter Peter F. McLaughlin, R-4, who made the supreme sacrifice on October 8, 1995. The service will take place in quarters located 64-18 Queens Blvd., Queens. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are…

On Friday, October 9th, 8pm-1am (cocktail hour 8pm-9pm), dinner & dancing 9pm-1am at Riccardo's by the Bridge, 21-01 24th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11102. Formal attire. Donation $90 pp. RSVP to Capt Gonzalez 917-494-0599, Lt. Torres 718-755-6387, Fr. Rodriguez 646-287-4213, Fr. Pagan 646-239-6466.

In a nationwide effort to expand services to more families of fallen Firefighters, the FDNY Foundation and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation are sponsoring the first national stair climb at Citi Field on October 10th. Proceeds will benefit the FDNY Counseling Services Unit and NFFF. Learn more on nationalstairclimb.org.

The 6th annual Bravest BBQ will be held on Saturday, October 10th (rain or shine) beginning at 12 pm at the Hillside Swim Club, located at 151 Signs Road., Staten Island. Tickets are $20 for adults, children 14 and under are free. Picnic will include food, drink, live music, rides, and games. All proceeds will…

On Sunday, October 11th, at 1pm, the games will be held at Paddy's Field - Woodlawn, Bronx, NY. For more information: Pete Hannon, E-95, 917-640-1032.

On Monday, October 12th, the Columbia Association will march up 5th Avenue to participate in the annual celebration honoring one of Italy's favorite sons, Christopher Columbus. This day is one that is filled with much pride for those of Italian heritage. All off-duty members and their families are invited to march in the parade. The…

Tryouts for the FDNY Hockey Team will be held at Abe Stark Rink, Coney Island, Brooklyn, October 6th & 13th. All tryouts begin at 11am. For more information, email fdnyhockey25@gmail.com or call 718-913-0720.

Retired Captain Daniel A Nigro, Eng. 313, father of Fire Commissioner Nigro, passed away on Sunday, October 11th. Arrangements are as follows: Wake Tuesday, October 13th and Wednesday, October 14th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm Lloyd's Funeral Home 214-43 39th Ave Bayside, NY 11361 718-229-2420 Funeral Thursday, October 15th at 10am Church of Our Saviour 11…

General Membership Meetingon Thursday, October 15, 2015 1000 hours, doors open at 0915 hours Hilton New York JFK Airport Hotel 144-02 135th Avenue Jamaica, NY 11436 NYC Healthplan vendors will…

On Thursday, October 15th, 6-11PM at The Well in Brooklyn (new location!). Join us for dinner, drinks, live music, silent auction, celebrity guest appearance by Steve Buscemi, and more! Purchase…

On Thursday, October 15th at 11am, the officers and members of Ladder Co. 4 will conduct a ceremony in quarters at 782 8th Avenue NY, NY to commemorate their 150th…

On Thursday, October 15th at 11am, the officers and members of Engine Co. 290 will conduct a plaque dedication and ceremony in quarters at 480 Sheffield Ave, Brooklyn, NY to commemorate their 100th Anniversary. All active, retired members and their families are invited to attend.

WakeThursday, October 15th at 2pm – 4pm and 7pm – 9pm Hanley Funeral Home 60 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island, NY 10306 (718) 351-1800 Funeral Friday, October 16th at 10:15am St. Charles Church 644 Clawson Street, Staten Island, NY 10306 (718) 987-2670

On October 16th, the FDNY Viking Dinner Dance is being held at the Staaten, 697 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310. This year's honoree is Rev. Fred Fousak. For more information, contact Don Thorsen at 718-948-4417.

The Steuben Association will hold its annual Oktoberfest Dance at 7:30 pm on Saturday, October 17th, at Plattdeutsche Park Restaurant, 1132 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, NY. Tickets are $80 each and can be obtained by contacting Fire Marshal Carl Haussler at 718-835-9050 before October 4, 2015. All members of the Department and their families are…

On Saturday, October 17th, at 11am, the Department will commemorate the 49th Anniversary of the 23rd Street Fire, at which twelve members of the Department made the Supreme Sacrifice on October 17, 1966. The ceremony will take place at the location of the fire, 4 East 23rd Street (corner of Broadway). All off-duty members and…

On Tuesday, October 20th, at 11am, a Street Renaming Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Richard A. Nappi, E-237 who made the supreme sacrifice on April 16, 2012. The ceremony will be held at the intersection of Morgan Avenue and Grattan Street in Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…

WTC Death - Retired Firefighter Nicholas Demasi, Formerly of Engine Company 261, Retired 2004 from Engine Company 259 Wake Friday, October 23rd at 2pm - 5pm and 7pm - 9pm Joseph Farenga & Sons 38-08 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105 (718) 726-6060 Funeral Saturday, October 24th at 9:45am St. Francis of Assisi Church 22-17 45th…

On Saturday, October 24th, the Jack Fanning Memorial Foundation will hold their twelfth annual Dinner-Dance at the North Hills Country Club in Manhasset. It is an evening of wonderful food, music, and dancing in a beautiful setting. They expect this year's dinner to be a sellout event as it has been in the past. For…

On Saturday October 24th, at 11am, a Street Renaming Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of FF John P. Sullivan L-34 who made the supreme sacrifice on December 24th, 2010. The ceremony will be held at W. 161 Street between Amsterdam & Broadway. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members…

On Sunday October 25th, the FDNY Anchor Club is sponsoring a "Visit to Calvary Hospital" located at 1740 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY. The visit will start at 10:30am and will…

WakeTuesday October 27th from 9am - 6pm Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York 11301 Merrick Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11433 (718) 206-4600 Funeral Wednesday October 28th at 3pm Greater Allen…

The 7th annual King of the Wheels Roller Hockey Tournament will be held from November 2nd to November 13th, at Skate Safe America in Old Bethpage. The tournament application can…

Members of Congress Carolyn Maloney, Jerry Nadler will be holding a Press event on the recent actions of the House Judiciary and E and C committees, concerning the Zadroga Bill. Monday November 2nd at 1:30pm. Location: The Silverstein Family Park, 7 World Trade Center, near the PATH Train. *Off-duty members are asked to wear a…

Tuesday November 3rd. Beginning at 9am. Off duty members are needed to assist on Election Day for Mike McMahon for Staten Island DA. 1140 Victory Boulevard (off of clove road) Staten Island, NY. Eric Bischoff is the onsite contact for the UFA.

The Officers and Members of Engine 21 invite you to commemorate 150 years of service in the FDNY. A plaque dedication will take place on Wednesday November 4th at 11am at 238 East 40th Street New York, New York. A light luncheon will follow. Please RSVP October 28th by calling (212) 570-4221.

On Veterans Day, Wednesday November 11th, the non-profit Veterans group Til Duty is Done, www.tdid.org, is hosting an all-day event at Mohegan Sun Casino. The organization was founded by West…

The NYS Honorary Fire Chiefs Association will be granting ten $2,500 scholarships to active members of the Department who will be enrolled in college level classes in the 2016 school year. To be eligible, please list your current college standing and number of credits earned, as well as the name of the school you are/will…

The 7th annual King of the Wheels Roller Hockey Tournament will be held from November 2nd to November 13th, at Skate Safe America in Old Bethpage. The tournament application can be found online at www.fdnyhockey.org. All applications must be submitted with payment by October 19th. The tournament schedule will be posted shortly after the application…

On Friday, November 13th at 11am, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Eugene J. McCarey, L-36, who died on November 13, 2014. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-95/L-36, 29 Vermilyea Avenue, New York, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are…

On Tuesday, November 17th at 1:30pm at Island Kia, 1581 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10305. Ribbon cutting ceremony with James S. Oddo, Staten Island Borough President. Vehicle Presentation to the family transport unit in Lt. Gordon "Matt" Ambelas' name. The ceremonial unit will be there along with the UFOA and COD. Refreshments and Hors…

Transportation will be provided to and from: Randall’s IslandNew York, NY 10035 Departing at 4am Returning by 7pm Class A Uniforms are required for all attendees. For more information and to reserve your seat on the bus, please contact Debbie Lynch at 646-839-6543 or dlynch@ufanyc.org. Fraternally, Stephen J. Cassidy President LeRoy C. McGinnis Recording Secretary

The 37th Annual Turkey Trot Run hosted by E-233/L-176 will be held on Tuesday, November 24th at 11:30am in Broad Channel, NY. Assembly point is next to the American Legion,…

The Holy Name Society, Manhattan, Bronx, and Staten Island, will hold their High School Scholarship Test at 8:30 am on December 5th at All Hallows High School, 111 E 164th St, Bronx, NY 10452. Applications can be obtained online at www.fdnyholynamesociety.com or by contacting Scholarship Chairman, William P. Treanor, 98 Bay Street, Bronx, NY 10464,…

WakeSunday, November 29th at 2pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm Bedell-Pizzo Funeral Home 7447 Amboy Road, Staten Island, NY 10307 (718) 984-0913 Funeral Monday, November 30th at 11am Our Lady Help Christians Parish 7396 Amboy Road, Staten Island, New York 10307 (718) 317-9772 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform.

On Monday, November 30th at 11am, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter John J. Marshall, L-78, who died on November 30, 2014. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-155/L-78, 14 Brighton Avenue, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are…

11/30: A roll call vote of the Delegates will be conducted at the November 30th Special Delegate Meeting at 10am. *Note: Delegate excusal will be granted. 12/10: If approved by the Delegates at the November 30th meeting, ballots will be mailed by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) on December 10th to all members for a…

WakeSunday, November 29th at 2pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm Bedell-Pizzo Funeral Home 7447 Amboy Road, Staten Island, NY 10307 (718) 984-0913 Funeral Monday, November 30th at 11am Our Lady Help Christians Parish 7396 Amboy Road, Staten Island, New York 10307 (718) 317-9772 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform.

On Tuesday, December 1st at 11am, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Charles Szoke, L-21, who died on December 1, 2014. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-34/L-21, 440 W. 34th Street, Manhattan. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to…

On Saturday, December 5th at 10:30am, the FDNY Anchor Club will host their annual Christmas party at St. Patrick's Home for the Aged, 66 Van Cortland Park South, Bronx, NY…