October 1, 2011 has been proclaimed California Firefighters Memorial Day, following the unanimous approval of CPF-sponsored SCR 56 (Yee), authored by Senator Leland Yee (D-San Francisco). The day memorializes the courage and commitment of firefighters across the state who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
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...Contra Costa Fire Engineer/Paramedic Dave Manzeck and Long Beach Firefighter Charles Hakopian, along with 11 law enforcement officers, today were awarded the Medal of Valor, the highest public safety award in the state.
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...CPF-sponsored legislation, which would make it more difficult for local public entities to file for bankruptcy, has been approved by the Legislature and has been sent to Governor Jerry Brown's desk.
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...CPF Firevision is California Professional Firefighters' online news service. Firefighter Apprenticeship: Gov. Jerry Brown has appointed CFFJAC Program Director Yvonne de la Peña to serve on the California Apprenticeship Council. 9/11 Events: In tributes large and small, California's first responders are paying their respects to the victims...
Fresno Firefighters Local 753 has much to celebrate. They have helped the City of Fresno close its $3 million budget shortfall and given more back to their members. For the next 24 months, starting August 4, Fresno Firefighters agreed to a 2.5% salary concession, if the City would extend their contract for one more year.
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