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
SFD Bass Tournament – June 20
/in UncategorizedYou are officially invited to participate in the Syracuse FD 2024 Bass Tournament to be held on Oneida Lake. Join the Brothers of Syracuse and other New York State Fire Departments for the 17th Annual SFD Bass Tournament. Cash prizes for – TOP 5 BASS/BOAT -LUNKER BASS – LARGEST WALLEYE, plus drawings for many great door prizes. The entry fee is $50/Person. Please mail checks to 8242 US Rte 20, Manlius, NY 13104. or Venmo @SMI-Jay (include all last names in the note).
Event includes 2024 T-Shirt, BBQ dinner catered at the Arrowhead Lodge. Search for “SYRACUSE BASS” on Facebook for updates.
This event is restricted to NY professional firefighters, both active and retired, and their friends and family members. Each boat must have at least one professional firefighter to participate, and each person is required to register. You may enter the top 5 bass caught in your boat only. The weigh-in will be conducted at Oneida Shores County Park boat launch.
Please read and review 2024 SFD Bass Tournament for complete details and requirements.
2023 Awards Ceremony Invitation
/in Frontpage Article, News2023 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
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
/in Frontpage ArticleSt. Patrick’s Day Parade
The Syracuse Fire Department will again be participating in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 16. Immediate family members of active and retired Syracuse Firefighters are welcome to walk the parade route in front of Truck 3! Please see the link below for more information and details on where to meet.
Join us for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Syracuse Firefighters Local 280 Ski Trip
/in Frontpage Article, NewsRegister 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.
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
/in Frontpage Article, NewsSaturday, 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:
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
/in Frontpage Article, NewsLaun 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:
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.
Promotion and Retirement Dinner – November 9
/in Frontpage ArticleThe 2023 Promotion and Retirement Dinner will be held on Thursday, November 9 at the Embassy Suites Destiny USA from 6:00-10:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now at the Syracuse Fire Department Credit Union: $25 for members / $50 for guests. Come celebrate a night of brotherhood!
September 26 – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
/in Frontpage Article, NewsChief 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.
September 11th Ceremony
/in Frontpage ArticleFire Chief Mike Monds haas invited retired Fire fighters to the training center on Monday September 11th for coffee and donuts before the ceremony and then take the bus to the ceremony which starts about 8:30 am. The ceremony is at Forman park this year . (Genesee & Almond streets)
Member Bake
/in Frontpage ArticleSFDFCU Member Bake: Friday, September 22
The Syracuse Fire Department Federal Credit Union presents Member Bake on Friday, September 22 at Spinning Wheel Restaurant from 6:00 – 10:00 PM. Credit Union Member Pricing: $35; Non-Member Pricing: $65. Last day for ticket sales is September 14. Purchase tickets in-person at the credit union, by phone at 315-471-4621, or on the credit union website. Don’t miss it!