Monthly News & Updates

September 2023 | Issue 139

Assistant Chief Josh Bischof

Fire Captain Tim Rodriguez

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Local 2881 brothers Josh Bischof and Tim Rodriguez. Their memory will live in the hearts of the brothers and sisters of CAL FIRE, their friends, and their families. They will never be forgotten. Please keep their loved ones in your thoughts as they grieve this tremendous loss.

Please reach out if you need to talk to someone during this difficult time. IAFF Peer Support is available to all members, as well as Department Peer Support and ESS.

PTW Insurance

Members enrolled in the PYI & LTD plan through PTW Insurance are eligible to create a Will at no additional cost or a Trust for a discounted rate. Learn more below.

PTW Will & Trust

Many of the workplace benefits we enjoy in the US is because of unions. Learn more about why we celebrate Labor Day HERE.

Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment takes place each fall. The 2023 Open Enrollment dates are September 18-October 13. Changes made during Open Enrollment take effect January 1, 2024.

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We will be honoring and remembering these eight men this year at the IAFF Memorial on September 16th Colorado Springs.

CAL FIRE Local 2881 Honor Guard

The CAL FIRE Local 2881 Honor Guard and Pipes & Drums is an important part of who we are as a Union and a Department. From assisting families in times of need, to presenting the colors, to honoring graduates at CAL FIRE graduation ceremonies, the Honor Guard is there. If you are interested joining, click the button below.

Honor Guard

Change of Address

Did you get our most recent Fire Front magazine? If not, we might not have your current address on file. Update your address information below.

Address Change

Local 2881 Union Trainings

Local 2881 offers a number of trainings every February - May. You can start signing up for trainings this Fall via the membership side of the website.

RJE Scholarship Recipients

Congrats to our 2023 RJS Scholarship Recipients! We wish you the best in your academic endeavors!

Ava Bundy, Nathan Crabill, Francie Ferguson, Riley Horton, Ryleigh Kern, Serena Logan, Kierra Miller, Chance Pimentel, Jaelee Thogmartin, Sydnie Williams