Here we are, another year and another parade. This Sunday, March 19th is the Allentown St. Patrick’s Day Parade. We are once again marching in the Labor Union division.

For all those who have never been, it is a great time. We will be providing Guiness Chili and drinks. Our brothers and sisters of the Trade Unions provide a variety of food and drinks as well.

This is a great time to show your Local 302 pride while having fun. Families are welcome and encouraged. The parade can become a fantastic family tradition.

Sunday, March 19th 11:45ish to finish around 4. Enter the fairgrounds off Chew St,
Ritz entrance. Parking will be across from the Fairgrounds Market entrance closest to Ritz. Wear your Local 302 St Paddy s shirt. Please contact Perreault (484)892-1787, to let him know you’re attending and for any questions.

We look forward to seeing you,

Executive Board

 Attached is the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Allentown and Local 302 IAFF with regards to the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act.
 If you currently have a medical card or are prescribed one in the future any urinalysis that shows positive for marijuana will be treated as a negative test.
 We are currently working on a exact procedure for the member to file their card with the appropriate person, but until then if you test positive you will have to produce your medical card.
 IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A MEDICAL CARD AND HAVE A POSITIVE TEST YOU WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE CURRENT CBA LANGUAGE AND SUBJECT TO THE PROCEDURE IN PLACE INCLUDING DISCIPLINARY ACTION.

The list below is off and will have their W2’s sent in the US mail. All other members should be picking up their W2 while on shift at Central. If there are any questions please contact Fire Admin.

Vincent Kidd
Jonas Gostonyi
James Alpha
Adam Arndt
Jeremy Bellois
Matthew Dunfee
Dave Arner
Jason Custer
Adam Banotai
William Gauntner
Michael Pychinka
Roger Scheirer
Jarrett Gayl
Christopher Gerencher
William Held
Bryce Thompsen
James E Mcguire

 The Family memorial service for Herbie Miller will be this Saturday, January 28th from 11:30-1300. We will have 1 member standing guard by the urn every 15 min.
It will be at Morgan’s Restaurant at Cedar Crest and Willow in South Whitehall. It is in a banquet room there so I am not sure how it will be set up at the venue. If you are available for a time slot, text me 610-751-2703 (Lt. Trumbore). So far, I have Wentz down for 11:30-11:45 slot.
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 Local 302 4th Batt Informational Meeting
When: Thursday, January 12, 2023, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).
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Subject: Local 302 2nd Batt IAFF Informational Meeting
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It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of retired Allentown Fire Inspector Herbert L. Miller.

It is with deep regret the Fire Chief announces the passing of retired Fire Inspector Herbert L. Miller. Flags at all Fire Stations are to be lowered to half-staff until further notice.

Arrangements if there are any will follow.

ATTENTION RETIREES UNDER THE AGE OF 65
The city failed to provide healthcare rates for next year.  Attached you will find the rates for 2023.  Due to a grievance settlement, you have an open enrollment period until January 10, 2023, to enroll in the coverage for which you retired under.
As always a change of life occurrence allows for enrollment at any time.
Any questions or concerns please contact me at one of the following:
484 223 7276
Jeremy Warmkessel

The Little Free Library outside the Fearless is almost empty. He is asking if any of our members have children’s books (Kindergarten up to teenagers) they’d be willing to donate. If so, they can drop them off at the Fearless Fire Station.