As firefighters we have always stood with our fellow Public Sector Working Families in defending pension rights and benefits. We cannot sit idly by now even as more and more voices rise up to include police and firefighters in the current reform talks.
We know there could be a bill introduced any day now that not only reduces benefits for the statewide systems, but if the Illinois Municipal League and its members have their way, our names will be in the legislation as well.
Downstate and Suburban Mayors and Managers have made it a point through the media that they echo Mayor Emanuel's request that local government employees need to be included in the potential pension reform bill that addresses the 5 statewide systems.
Nineteenth Annual Illinois Firefighter Memorial and Firefighter Medal of Honor Awards Ceremony
Click here to view pictures from the May 10, 2012 Illinois Fallen Firefighter and Medal or honor Awards Ceremony.
The Duty Death Gold Badge is an award of Honor given to the family of a firefighter deceased in, or as a result of, the performance of duty.
The Firefighter Excellence Award is awarded for an act of service in the line of duty, demonstrating excellence and professionalism in service to the citizens of the state of Illinois.
The Medal of Valor award is given to a firefighter for an act of heroism or bravery that clearly demonstrated courage and dedication in the face of danger while in the performance of duty.
The Medal of Honor is the highest award given by the state of Illinois to a firefighter for an act of outstanding bravery or heroism, by which the firefighter has demonstrated in great degree the characteristics of selflessness and personal courage above and beyond the call of duty, under adverse conditions, with the possibility of extreme personal risk.
As you know, Wisconsin Professional Fire Fighters President, Mahlon Mitchell is running for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin.
Whether it was during the Wisconsin Protests, on MSNBC, or even in Springfield at the AFFI Legislative Conference - you have seen how Mahlon speaks passionately not only for firefighters but for working families everywhere.
Now Mahlon is matching words with deeds and he needs our support.
JOIN YOUR AFFI EXECUTIVE BOARD ON THE WRIGLEY VIEW ROOFTOP! The AFFI has secured tickets for the June 29, 2012 Cubs - Astros game. The ticket price includes food, beer, wine and an unobstructed view. Doors open at 12:35 p.m. and the game is set to start at 1:20 p.m. PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT MDA.
The AFFI is engaged in a comprehensive media and public relations campaign designed to protect our member's rights and benefits. An important component of the effort is to remind citizens across our state of who we are and the work we do to protect our communities. We ran this Ad in Wednesday's Springfield Journal Register in conjunction with our 2011 Fran Gambro Legislative Conference. Local affiliate presidents may request a copy of the Ad and any other materials by contacting the AFFI office.
We know there could be a bill 
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Whether it was during the Wisconsin Protests, on MSNBC, or even in Springfield at the AFFI Legislative Conference - you have seen how Mahlon speaks 
