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Udall Representatives Needed for Every Local!!!

Updated On: Jun 11, 2008 (09:43:00)
It is critical that fire fighters are well organized for the upcoming election. Currently, the CPFF is seeking specific individuals to head up the activities for the Udall for Senate Campaign. Mark has been a reliable candidate and has consistently worked hard for fire fighters and working people. Fire fighters are a key piece to many political campaigns and his election to the U.S. Senate would greatly benefit IAFF members! Contact Secretary-Treasurer Rahne and let him know who will be the point person for your Local!

Amendment 41 Out of Injunction

Updated On: Jun 11, 2008 (09:48:00)
Amendment 41 is out of injunction. What does this mean to fire fighters? Under state law they are not allowed to accept any gift larger than $50. This means we can't help our brother and sister fire fighters in times of great need or injury. This amendment was written by Jared Pollis, who is running against longtime friend of fire fighters Joan Fitz-Gerald in CD 2. This demonstrates the incredible importance of working hard to get Joan elected!!!

Nominations for CPFF Leadership Open

Updated On: Jun 11, 2008 (10:00:00)

The CPFF has opened nominations for the Executive Board. Nominated to date are:

     Secretary-Treasurer         Ray Rahne
     Vice Presidents (2)          Steve Clapham and Dave Blag
     Trustee (1)                      Mike Frazier and JJ Halsey
     Sergeant at Arms            Scott Rogers

Nominations will remain open.

Rocky Mountain Labor School

Updated On: Jun 11, 2008 (09:51:00)
The CPFF will host a smaller affilates attendance at the Rocky Mountain Labor School. The school helps teach labor leaders how to effectively run a labor union. The CPFF has a long history of working hard to increase the education of elected leaders. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED PLEASE CONTACT THE CPFF!!!

CPFF Video Near Completion

Updated On: Jun 11, 2008 (09:56:00)
The CPFF video is finally near completion! The DVD's were produced so Local affiliates can explain to their members the critical work that is being performed by the CPFF. Members need to understand the incredible amount of work that goes into protecting their safety, wages, benefits, and securing a fair future for them.

"Boot Bill" Gets the Boot

Updated On: May 27, 2008 (13:28:00)
So much for charity and good deeds! The CPFF pulled the Boot Bill after resistance by several groups. The bill would have allowed fire fighters and cops to collect for charities in the streets if the charity carries a million dollar insurance policy on each employee. Home rule cities rights were fiercely protected and forced the bill to be pulled.

Right To Work Makes the Ballot

Posted On: May 21, 2008 (23:36:54)
The anti union legislation Right To Work has made it to the Colorado ballot and could start killing unions in Colorado. This legislation has only one purpose and that is to eliminate the ability for a union to be effective. States with this legislation pay lower wages, lower health care, and have poor health care benefits. WE MUST VOTE NO ON THIS MEASSURE!!!

Colorado AFL-CIO Shoots Back

Posted On: May 21, 2008 (23:34:23)
The Colorado AFL-CIO is fighting back with initiatives that will hurt those who are attacking labor with Right to Work and Paycheck Protection (both designed to kill unions). The AFl-CIO is running Just Cause, Corporate Fraud, and Safe Work Place to counter, but would be willing to pull the legislation if the other side did the same thing!