Welcome to the Syracuse Retired Firefighters. Our web site is designed to provide you with answers to commonly asked benefit questions, the latest information on events in Albany that could effect you as a retiree, and information about local events and happenings.
Memoriam: It is with great sadness that we report the passing of longtime Syracuse Retired Firefighter Association Board Member David Lehrer on February 12, 2010. Dave was a senior member of the executive board, and served as a Syracuse Firefighter for 25 years. As a firefighter, he received the Jenkins Medal Award for acting above and beyond the call of duty, a focus he continued in retirement through his involvement in various volunteer activities. Our sincere condolences to Dave's family and friends.Police and Fire Retirees Health Protection Legislation
Important healthcare legislation update. If passed, this bill will provide for you to keep the same health insurance as when you retired. The bill numbers and sponsors are as follows:In the Assembly: A7060 Assemblywomen Ann-Margaret Carrozza.
In the Senate: S5543 Sen. Jeffrey Klein.
Important Medicare information concerning Medicare Drug Coverage.
Let's Fight Cancer
Please note that we are providing access to a web site link as requested by Bill Newland of the Binghamton retirees. As noted, it is dedicated to the mission of eradicating cancer: http://www.letsfirecancer.org.See our 2010 Events Calendar for the latest events and happenings!