2023 Awards Ceremony Invitation

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2023 Awards Ceremony Invitation

Please help us to recognize the brave members of the Syracuse Fire Department for their exemplary service to the Syracuse Fire Department and the community.

You are cordially invited to attend the Syracuse Fire Department 2023 Awards Ceremony on Monday, May 13, 2024. The event will take place at 6:00 PM at the National Veterans Resource Center located at 101 Waverly Ave in Syracuse. Immediately following the award ceremony, Syracuse Firefighters Local 280 will host a separate reception in the upper level at this location.

R.S.V.P. no later than Friday, May 3rd, 2024 to Carrie Balduzzi at cbalduzzi@syr.gov.

Awards Ceremony Invitation Letter

Syracuse Firefighters Local 280 Ski Trip

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Register today for the Syracuse Firefighters Local 280 Ski Trip at Gore Mountain on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. The event will be a day trip with a chartered bus paid for by Local 280.

Members, retirees, family, friends are welcome! Terrain available for all skill levels.

  • Group rate lift ticket included in price.
  • Skis/boots/poles rentals are $43.
  • Lessons are available.
  • Will be back in Syracuse by 7-8 PM.
  • Final cost TBD, likely $50 or less, depending on attendance. Will settle up day-of event.

RSVP now at:  V E N M O @ J P S U I T S $ 5 0

Syracuse Firefighters Local 280 Ski Trip – Flyer

Collins Block Memorial & Graduation Ceremony

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Saturday, February 3, 2024, marks the 85th anniversary of the deadly 1939 Collins Block Fire in Downtown Syracuse. We shall never forget our fallen members who perished in the line of duty. The call of duty continues, and our department continues to grow with the addition of our brave and dedicated new recruits.

I cordially invite you to join me, Mayor Walsh, and members of the Syracuse Fire Department as we honor the nine Syracuse firefighters who were killed in the Collins Block Fire and the 33 other Syracuse firefighters who have died in the line of duty. Class A uniforms are welcomed but not necessary.

The agenda for the day is as follows:

  • 8:00 AM – Retiree and active members Meet and Greet with coffee and donuts at Park Central Presbyterian Church, located directly across the street from Firefighter’s Park at 504 E. Fayette St.
  • 9:30 AM – The Collins Block Memorial Ceremony will occur at Fayette Firefighters Park.
  • 10:00 AM – Recruit graduation ceremony for our current recruit class, held at Park Central Presbyterian Church.
  • 11:15 AM – Brunch provided by Local 280.

Please join us in remembering our fallen firefighters and welcoming our newest additions to the Syracuse Fire Department. Please RSVP your attendance at cbalduzzi@syr.gov.

Sincerely,

Michael J. Monds
Chief of Fire

Collin Block Memorial Invitation Letter

 

Laun Memorial Dedication – December 13

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Laun Memorial Dedication — Wednesday, December 13, 1:30 PM

We cordially invite you to attend the dedication of a memorial stone in honor of retired Deputy Fire Chief and lifelong Eastwood resident, Deputy Fire Chief H. Thomas Laun.

The event will be held at:

Sheridan Park (behind station 17)
506-598 Nichols Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13206
(Located between S. Midler Ave. and Nichols Ave.)

The event will feature remarks from the following people:

  • Chief Michael Monds, Syracuse Fire Department
  • Peter Laun, Brother of Chief Laun
  • Mike Behnke of the Sheridan Park Association

Please see flyer for complete details and join us in memorializing Chief Laun’s dedicated service to the City of Syracuse and his many contributions to the Syracuse Fire Department and the Eastwood Community.

September 26 – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Chief Monds invites retired fire fighters to the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new training tower and the swearing in of 26 new recruit fire fighters.

Tuesday September 26 2023, 11:00 AM
Training Division, State Fair Blvd.

Hope you can join us! Please arrive @ 10:30 AM.

Crouse HelpPeople

HelpPeople Monthly Wellness Courses

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Did you know that as a Syracuse Retired Firefighter, you and members of your immediate family are eligible to participate in 30 minute virtual wellness courses offered through Crouse HelpPeople? Below is a link to the monthly schedule of courses offered from July through December 2023.  See the links below to register!

Tunnel to Towers - September 24, 2023

Tunnel to Tower 5K Run & Walk

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Tunnel to Towers: Sunday, September 24

Below is the flyer for the Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk, taking place in New York City on Sunday, September 24 at 9:30 AM, Local 280 will leave on Saturday, September 23 and return on Monday, September 24. If you are interested in participating, please contact Anthony Callisto at 315-380-1028 or acallisto8@gmail.com.

2023 Towers to Tunnel 5K Flyer

Local 280 Clambake at Heritage Hill Brewhouse

Syracuse Fire Fighters Local 280 Clambake

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Get your tickets now for the Local 280 Clambake on Thursday, June 15 from 1:00 – 6:00 PM. The Clambake will be held at Heritage Hill Brewhouse located at 3149 Sweet Road in Jamesville.

Member $35.00  | Guest $80.00
Tickets available @ the Credit Union

Happy 100th Birthday: Henry Sienkiewicz

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Join the family in celebrating Henry C. Sienkiewicz’s 100th birthday!

Saturday – January 7, 2023
12 noon – 3:00 PM
Syracuse Polish Home
915 Park Ave. Syracuse, NY

No gifts please. Your gift to Henry is your presence. If you’re inclined, donations to the following in Henry’s name:

  • Post 14 PLAV 915 Park Ave. Syracuse, NY 13204
  • Syracuse Polish Home 915 Park Ave. Syracuse, NY 13204
  • Basilica of Sacred Heart 927 Park Ave. Syracuse NY 13204

RSVP by text if attending to 315-395-0327. All are welcome!

Dave Johnson to Receive CBA Award

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Dave Johnson is Receiving the Distinguished Alumni Award from CBA. Below you will find information about the event. They are also looking for someone who has worked with Dave through his career to share a small story.

Respectfully
Robert Brandt
Local 280

The DAA event will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at the Syracuse Marriott Downtown (formerly Hotel Syracuse) in the Persian Terrace. Cocktails (cash bar) at 6:00/Dinner at 6:30/Ceremony at 7:30.
$95/person.

Come and share in Dave’s honor with Diana and the family. Reservations can be made online at: http://bit.ly/2022alumawards

Info is also available by calling CBA @ 315-446-5960, ext. 1293 or by email at heidi.monsour@cbasyr.org