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2959 in the Community
2959 In the Community
The men and women of the Professional Firefighters and Paramedics of Martin County, IAFF Local 2959 play an active role in supporting their community throughout Martin County and the Treasure Coast. Click on the tabs to learn more.MDA
Muscular Dystrophy Association
We dedicate ourselves every year to standing on street corners and in intersections, filling the boot, so that children affected with muscular dystrophy and related disorders can receive crucial medical treatment and so that the search for a cure can continue. Additionally, the money also supports MDA summer camp, medical clinics and provides financial assistance to families to purchase wheelchairs and other equipment. Nationwide the IAFF maintains its spot as the largest national sponsor of the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) after raising a record-shattering $27,530,000 for the MDA in 2008.
Special Olympics
Fire in the Bowl Chili Cook Off
Each year our members participate in the annual Fire in the Bowl Chili Cookoff, sponsored by the Martin County Parks and Recreation Department. All proceeds from the event benefit the Special Olympics of Martin County. This year over $2000 was raised towards helping provide year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities in Martin County. Teams from stations 16,21,23, and 30 entered the competition with station 23 winning the "People's Choice Award" and station 30 winning in the best "Public Safety" category. Welcome
Welcome to IAFF Local 2959 a proud member of the International Association of Firefighters AFL-CIO. Martin County encompasses roughly a total area of 753 square miles of which, 556 square miles of it is land and 197 square miles of it is water. Martin County Professional Firefighters and Paramedics services a population of 130,313 citizens off-season and 125,000-150,000 in season. We service all municipalities within Martin County with the exception of the City of Stuart. If you are looking for information on Martin County Fire Rescue or are interested in employment, visit the Martin County Government website.
Martin County Professional Firefighters and Paramedics provide more than just fire protection for our community. We also provide:
- Emergency Medical Services
- Technical Rescue\Extrication
- Hazardous Materials Response
- Fire Prevention
- Public Education
Our Local 2959
The earliest formation of fire unions in the United States came at the turn of the century. Prior to this time, members of the fire departments were wholly dependant to the good will of the municipal officials for salaries, working conditions, and other benefits. The concept of pensions, insurance and other basic benefits was unheard of.
It was because of these conditions that the birth seed of fire unions was planted.
Martin County Professional Firefighters and Paramedics organized with the International Association of Firefighters as Local 2959 in 1986.
In addition to collective bargaining, our Local actively works on issues that directly affect the jobs, economic security and safety of our members.
