This morning the Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters at their 87th convention in Austin, MN, made it their first order of business to historically confer upon our brother, Christopher J. Parsons, the honor of President Emeritus.  Chris' mother was in attendance to receive the award.  Chris became the first President Emeritus of the organization and his legacy is now officially minted in the MPFF Constitution and Bylaws.  Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 had the distinct privilege of nominating Brother Parsons and we will never forget him.

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Local 21 is teaming up with the MDA for in person Fill the Boot again this year. However, we are trying a new way.
The Saint Paul Saints have generously agreed to have us before their game this Saturday!
I am asking for 6 volunteers to come with your gear, and help Fill the Boot for the MDA before the game. We will have a fire truck for families to take pictures and encourage interaction!  Please reach out if you are willing to volunteer for this!  Tickets to the game that night will be provided for volunteers! 

All other FD friends, or anyone who wants to remember the fallen on 9/11, please come to the science museum stairs on the day to walk, run, get up the stairs however you can.  Saint Paul Fire Department Peer Fitness is hosting a memorial climb that morning.  We will have bagpipes to kick off the memorial at 830, with the climb to start at 8:46 when the first tower was hit.  This is a public event, and your participation and attendance in any capacity would be greatly appreciated.    
We will have water and snacks available for those in attendance.   

Check in and social hour from 11:00-12:00, Lunch 12:00-13:00 Short meeting to follow