Local 280 Clambake at Heritage Hill Brewhouse

Syracuse Fire Fighters Local 280 Clambake

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

Invitation to Awards Ceremony – May 20, 2023

Retired members of the Syracuse Fire Department are the foundation of our great organization. It is my great pride and pleasure to invite you, as Retired Syracuse Firefighters, to the 2023 Syracuse Fire Department Promotion and Medals Award Ceremony. As you know, this ceremony will recognize the courageous and dedicated work of our firefighters as they serve and protect the City of Syracuse.

The ceremony is scheduled for 4:30 PM on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the National Veterans Resource Center located at South Crouse and Waverly Avenue. Retirees are encouraged to wear their Class A uniform, but your attendance is certainly graciously welcomed if you choose not to wear it.

The Medal of Honor, Francis Hendricks Medal, Arthur Jenkins Medal, Mayor’s Medal, Fire Chief’s Medal, Thomas F. Hanlon III Medal, Valor Awards along with other medals will be awarded at the ceremony to deserving recipients, as well as recognizing SFD members who have been promoted.

Immediately following the award ceremony, Syracuse Firefighters Local 280 will host a separate reception in the upper level at this location. All retired members of the department are encouraged to attend. Family members and friends are also invited to attend.

All Retired SFD members, please RSVP with the number of attendees, including yourself, to cbalduzzi@syr.gov or to Retired Firefighter Scott McClurg, no later than Friday, May 12, 2023.

Respectfully,
Michael J. Monds

Bus for FF Jason Arno Funeral

The funeral for Buffalo Firefighter Jason Arno will be held on Friday, March 10 at 10:00 AM. A bus is scheduled to leave Syracuse at approximately 6:45 AM and is due to arrive back by 4:00 PM.

Please RSVP with Tom Sexton (315-317-6567) as soon as you can so we can get an accurate seat count.

Happy 100th Birthday: Henry Sienkiewicz

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

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

Retirement/Promotion Dinner 2022

The annual Retirement/Promotion party has been scheduled for this year. Tickets are now available.

Annual Retirement/Promotion Party 
November 9, 2022

Embassy Suites – Destiny USA
6:00 – 10:00 PM

Tickets are available for purchase at the credit union
or by contacting Matt Craner at 315-416-4296.

Ticket Prices: 
$25-Member / Retiree
$50- Guest/Non-Member

SRFA Update – January 2021

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Syracuse Retired Firefighters Association has canceled its normal meeting and event schedule. SRFA President Fred Cholet indicated that the group looks forward to resuming meetings and special events once current health concerns are alleviated.

Until that time, Syracuse retired firefighters who need assistance are encouraged to reach out to Fred Cholet at 315-446-3415.

Former President Bob Smith

Bob Smith, Syracuse Retired Firefighters AssociationOur thoughts go out to the family of Bob Smith, who passed away on September 2, 2020. Bob joined the Syracuse Fire Department in 1951. While on the department, he also served as President of the International Association of Firefighters, Local 280. After his retirement, he became President of the Syracuse Retired Firefighters Association, a position he held with tremendous dedication for 34 years.

With great appreciation, we salute Bob Smith’s life of service to his fellow firefighters.