Local 21 regrets to announce the passing of retired Fire Equipment Operator, Floyd Jones.  FEO Jones started with the Saint Paul Fire Department on May 11, 1992 and retired on May 30, 2014.

There are no visitation or funeral details available at this time.  Updates will be posted here.

The Jones family appreciates the condolences received, but has asked for privacy as they take time to grieve their loss.  Thank you.

Final call for teams or individuals to sign up for the MnFORE Golf Tournamet is this FRIDAY, AUGUST 14th at 10:00am.  MnFIRE is looking for a final count of registrations by Friday morning in order to determine if the they'll be able to move forward with the much anticipated event on September 8th, 2020.

The MnFORE Golf Tournament is MnFIRE's one critical fundraising event of the year.  If you've been considering signing up, head over to https://mnfireinitiative.com/mnfore/ to register!

The Saint Paul Fire Department has joined the Pink Patch Project to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness during the month of October!

https://pinkpatchproject.com/about

We have designed a Class D uniform shirt and a baseball hat that have been approved to be worn on-duty during the month of October.  Additionally, we have two "Friends & Family" shirts for sale to the community to help show support and raise money (in kids and adult sizes!)  All of these items will be available for order through Streamline Design (links below) from August 10 - September 4, 2020. The uniform shirts and hats will then be distributed the last week of September so members can start wearing them throughout "Pinktober" and the Friends & Family shirts will be shipped to their homes.

All of the funds raised through the sale of these items will be donated to the American Cancer Society, for their Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign. 

https://www.cancer.org/involved/fundraise/making-strides-against-breast-cancer.html

The Friends & Family gear will also show that you are part of the SPFD Team for the Making Strides Virtual Walk on October 24, 2020 in the Twin Cities! 

Please help to show your support as SPFD fights to Extinguish Cancer!  Any questions or requests for additional information should be directed to Megan Roesler, Engine 9 (B.)

SPFD UNIFORM (click link to order, you will be redirected to vendor website)

SPFD Friends and Family (click link to order, you will be redirected to vendor website)

NOW TAKING ORDERS FOR WORKOUT APPAREL
ALL ORDERS MUST BE PREPAID 
CASH, CHECK OR VENMO BEFORE 8/25/2020
Contact Mark O'Dell, Ladder 23-A with questions

CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE ORDER PAGE
A4 Apparel, same product as previous years/some sample sizes at Station 23 watch office
 

T-SHIRTS are Cooling Performance short or long sleeve  
Moisture wicking for peak performance / Stain release and odor resistant for easy care
SHORT SLEEVE $12 / LONG SLEEVE $14 - ADD $2.00 for XXL

9” Mesh Short with or without pockets 9" inseam
2" covered elastic waist with inside drawcord with 2-ply mesh body
2 on-seam pockets - 1 back patch pocket with Velcro
Moisture wicking / Odor resistant / Stain release
SHORTS NO POCKETS $14 / WITH POCKETS $15 - ADD $2.00 for XXL

Local 21 Brothers and Sisters,

Yesterday the MDA kicked off their 2020 Virtual Fill the Boot Fundraiser.  On Monday, August 17th, through Friday, August 21st, we will conduct our own virtual drive.  IAFF Local 21 will utilize our various platforms to get the word out, but it will be up to our members who can truly make this a success.  The Local 21 website will have links to posts that can be shared by our members through their social media networks.  I hope everyone can find a way to contribute that works for them.

Please take a moment to check out the Local 21 donation page where we are directing donors who wish to support kids and adults battling muscle disease.

https://filltheboot.donordrive.com/participant/4644

Thank you all in advance for your support and hard work.  If you have any questions, please contact me at your convenience.

Fraternally,

Samuel Severtsgaard

IAFF Local 21 MDA Coordinator

612.735.7124

Station 14 is selling Local 21 and SPFD face masks.  $15.00 each

Stop by 14s and see Hornyak, Adam Werth or Kauffman.

It is with deep regret that Saint Paul Fire Captain, Tom Bever, shares with us the passing of his mother Karen Joanne Bever.  Karen passed away peacefully yesterday after a long battle with cancer.  One of her last requests was selfless, asking for any and all donations to go towards the non-profit Shield616.  This company recognizes the need for protection to all members of Public Safety, including Police, Firefighters and EMS Providers.  Shield616 works to outfit service men and women with tactical body armor. 

Below is a link to learn more about Shield616 and you may follow the prompts to donate.  Please note that the Saint Paul Fire Department is an option to mark your donation.

Shield616

Our sincere condolences to the Bever family and thank you for sharing.

Thank you to all Saint Paul Fire Department members, Local 21 and Fire Fighters United for making the Raising Rondo community event a huge success on Saturday.  A lot of effort was spent on organizing, promoting and coordinating so that we were able to assist many families and individuals with their essential needs.  Excellent work, SPFD!