Raffle to Benefit Fire & Burn Victims
IAFF Local 3404 is conducting a fundraiser through December 31, 2006.  Visit Fundraising Activities for more information.

Home Owners' Policies & City Fire Ratings are connected through the ISO's Public Protection Classification Program.  The better a city's rating, the lower your home owner's insurance premiums.  Are you aware that your city officials are planning cut-backs in fire protection after the current ISO study is complete?  Speak up now to protect your home and your insurance premiums.

Membership Meetings
Regular meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at local restaurants.  Currently, 3404 is working on developing a partnership with the Junior League of Harlingen and, should negotiations be successful, membership meetings will be moved to conference room space in their building in historic downtown Harlingen.

Fire Fighter Shortage is Nationwide
In a recent US NEWS TODAY article, it shows that the police and fire fighter shortage is a national epidemic.

Report: Fewer Resources Mean Greater Risks For Firefighters
News from the Boston Globe & Associated Press

Collective Bargaining isn't a bad word.  It enables first line responders - the fire and police department - to meet with city officials and discuss the best safety procedures and policies for the city and its citizens.