Iowa Firemen's Association


	The Iowa Firemen’s Association is the Voice of Iowa’s Firefighters The Iowa Firemen’s Association was organized in 1879. There are now approximately 15,500 volunteer and career firefighters from across Iowa that make up the membership of the I.F.A. The Iowa Firemen’s Association is dedicated to the improvement of Iowa’s Fire Service and protection of the general public through legislation, better training, minimum standards for apparatus and equipment, fire prevention, public relations and information. Members receive a monthly issue of the Iowa Firefighter, benefits of State and Federal legislative lobbying, networking opportunities through annual convention and meetings and the chance to help improve the Iowa Fire Service.



	Important IFA Information:
	Coming 9/12/10 - Association Name to Change: The name change resolution that was presented at the Mid Year Business Meeting on April 18th, 2009 passed. The name of the association will be changed from the Iowa Firemen's Association to the Iowa Firefighters Association. This change will be effective on September 12, 2010 at the conclusion of the 2010 convention in Perry, IA. 2010 USFS - DNR Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant Applications are now available. Applications are due October 15, 2010 - The Iowa DNR has 2010 funds available for Iowa's rural fire departments to help with equipment in battling wildfires. Rules and applications are available on the DNR website. Volunteers Still Needed for Hall of Flame booth at the Iowa State Fair The following shifts are available if you are interested in volunteering: Thursday – Aug. 12th – 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. ; 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday – Aug. 14th – 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.; 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday – Aug. 15th – 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Aug. 16th – 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Wednesday – Aug. 18th – 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday – Aug. 19th – 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Friday – Aug. 20th – 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday – Aug. 21st – 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday – Aug. 22nd – 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.; 5 p.m. – 9p.m. All volunteers will be given a t-shirt and an admission ticket for the fair. You can work a 4 hour shift and enjoy the rest of the day at the fair! Contact Wendy as soon as possible if you are interested in helping. West Branch Hooverfest: August 7th, 2010 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. This year Hooverfest is honoring firefighters and first responders. Please plan to attend. See schedule of events! *IFA Credit Card:* The IFA credit card is now available to our members. Get yours now! Just in Time for your Summer Vacation - get 2X Rewards! Now's a great time to apply for the IFA ATIRAcredit MasterCard before you head off on that summer vacation you've been thinking about. For the first 60 days, you'll get 2X rewards on your purchases. Of course, you'll also enjoy the other great features that come with the Platinum MasterCard, including: NO Annual fee NO Balance Transfer fee A low interest rate you expect from your credit union 24/7 Account access You can apply today to begin enjoying rewards - times 2! New IFA Scholarship Available - The IFA has started a $500 scholarship program for students wishing to pursue a degree in Fire Science. Information and applications are now available. The next application period will begin October 1st, 2010 and end December 15, 2010. *New Smoke Detector Requirement effective date April 1, 2010:* The new dual sensor smoke detector requirements went into effect on April 1, 2010. If anyone has questions, please feel free to contact the state fire marshal's office at 515-725-6145. The National Volunteer Fire Council has a new "Put It Out" smoking cessation program.
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