IAFF Local 2687 Members prepare to head to Tough Mudder New England!!!

Several members will be participating in the Tough Mudder set to kick off tomorrow at Mount Snow, Vermont.  The event is a hardcore 10-12 mile obstacle course designed by British Special Forces to test your all around strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie. As the leading company in the booming obstacle course industry, Tough Mudder has already challenged half a million inspiring participants worldwide and raised more than $2 million dollars for the Wounded Warrior Project. But Tough Mudder is more than an event, it’s a way of thinking. By running a Tough Mudder challenge, you’ll unlock a true sense of accomplishment, have a great time, and discover camaraderie with your fellow participants that’s experienced all too rarely these days.*

Tough Mudder is a proud supporter of the Wounded Warrior Project. To date, Tough Mudder participants have raised approximately $3 million to support thousands of warriors returning from the battlefield.

Every dollar raised is well spent

• Providing combat stress recovery programs
• Adaptive sports programs
• Benefits counseling
• Employment services

…and these are only a few examples of the programs offered to our injured veterans! These programs and services aid in brave Americans’ transition from service-connected injury to civilian life.

GOOD LUCK TO ALL OUR TOUGH MUDDERS!!! PICTURES TO FOLLOW!!!

*source: www.toughmudder.com

ANOTHER IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENT:

WHO WE ARE RAISING MONEY FOR:

THE CONNECTICUT BURN CENTER @ BRIDGEPORT HOSPITAL:

Did you know that Connecticut’s only accredited Burn Center is located at Bridgeport Hospital? 

The Connecticut Burn Center at Bridgeport Hospital is the state’s only Burn Center and is one of our region’s signature medical services with staff and facilities dedicated solely to the treatment of burns.

 In fact, it reaches the highest national standards in accordance with the American Burn Association and the American College of Surgeons and is one of the only 58 verified Burn Centers in the United States.

The Burn Center serves more than 550 inpatients and receives over 800 outpatient visits each year.  To underscore its unique role as a statewide medical resource, the facility has been renamed “The Connecticut Burn Center.”  The Burn Center is also undergoing a $1.5 million renovation that will enhance the already exceptional care provide to burn patients. This project will be a six to nine month complete renovation of the burn unit. This will include the updating and modernization of critical care and step down rooms, therapy room, nurses station, much needed equipment and a family suite; which will provide families of loved ones being treated the opportunity to stay in this center. This suite will include a bedroom, living room, full bathroom and kitchenette. This suite will afford a family the opportunity to stay within this center where they can stay close to their loved one as they are being treated.

Hamden Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 2687 would like to help The Stratford Professional Firefighters Burn Foundation, The New London Firefighters Burn Foundation, The Uniformed Professional Firefighters Association of Connecticut and the Bridgeport Hospital Foundation in their fundraising campaign to support the cost of building a suite within the Connecticut Burn Center. Please consider attending this event and making a donation!!!

With Sincere Thanks,

Hamden Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 2687

“People Helping People”

Congratulations go out to Firefighter Adam Barletta who was promoted to Lieutenant last week. 

Adam was sworn in today, Monday, April 16th, 2012 during a ceremony held in front of the Hamden Government Center.

Also present during the ceremony was Adam's father, retired Fire Marshall Mark Barletta, to pin Adam's Badge on his uniform.

Lieutenant Barletta will now be serving with the 3rd platoon at station #2.

Congratulations again Adam and best of luck in your new position!!!

From Left to Right:

BC Sam Deburra, Deputy Chief Suprise, Lieutenant Barletta, Marshal Mark Barletta(ret.), and Chief Bearadesca

 Congratulations to the Hamden Fire Department Hockey Team on being SCHL Municipal League Champions!!!

HFD finished the regular season tied for first place and played well right into the playoffs.  The team won a hard fought best of 3 championship series against the New Haven Fire Department to take home the trophy!!

Congratulations team Hamden Fire!!

www.southerncthockeyleague.com/page/show/439125-municipal-division-jan-april-2012-

Local 2687 members head to 2012 Alfred K. Whitehead Legislative Conference

March 25 - March 29, 2012

"The Alfred K. Whitehead Legislative Conference is the cornerstone of the IAFF's legislative efforts.  The IAFF has won significant legislative victories on Capitol Hill due largely to the relationships that local IAFF leaders have with their elected officials. The Legislative Conference provides members with the opportunity to both strengthen these important relationships and lobby on IAFF priority legislation. 

Now is a crucial time for our union.  As the 2012 elections approach, we have an extraordinary opportunity to influence legislation that directly impacts the jobs, economic security and safety of IAFF members."

*source:

www.iaff.org/Events/2012LegCon/index.htm

Pictured above: Local 2687 executive board members meet up with UPFFA president Pete Carroza and CT Congressman John Larson at Bradley International Airport on the way to D.C as well.

From L to R: Local 2687 Treasurer Adam Barletta, Secretary Nelson Hwang, Vice President Dave Beaton, Congressman Larsen, UPFFA president Pete Carroza, and Local 2687 President Kurt Vogt.

The Local 2687 Annual Dinner-Dance was held on Saturday, March 24th, 2012 at the Laurel View Country Club in Hamden.

This annual meeting is held to honor Local 2687 retirees, present awards, and for all current and retired members to get together and socialize.  A great time was had by all who attended.

Special Thanks go out to all members who helped organize the event and make this possible.

Special thanks also goes out to Local 2687 members Capt. Ed Evers and FF Mike Dowling of the Connecticut Firefighters Pipes and Drums for bagpiping during the ceremony!!

This Year's "Jake Award" went to 2nd Platoon Battalion Chief Bill Fitzmaurice.

Congratulations Chief Fitzmaurice!!