Local 36 was established in August 1939 to be the "exclusive bargaining representative" to all sworn employees of the District of Columbia Fire Department through the rank of captain. The Local currently seats six executive board members and over five dozen shop stewards. The shop stewards represent fire houses as well as administrative divisions. Several standing committees work to maintain your rights in areas such as safety, discipline, grievances, and legislative issues.

Local 36 News::.

November 17, 2008

Condolences to the Sheldrake Family

Penny Allen-Sheldrake, wife of Larry Sheldrake, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2008.

Click here to view the obituary.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Sheldrake Family. Local 36 offices will be closed Tuesday, November 18 for the funeral service.

November 13, 2008

Retirement Options Act of 2008

Update concerning 20 Year Retirement Option - click here

October 30, 2008

Disability, Step Compression, Local 36 Election Nominees,
and POD Reminder Updates

Update concerning Disability Retirement - click here

Update concerning Step Compression Compensation - click here

List of Nominees for Local 36 Officer Elections - click here

A reminder to our members: Members who have claimed POD on an injury and have been denied are entitled to a full written explanation from the PFC/AFC-Services. Contact the office as soon as possible if you feel you have been wrongly denied.

October 29, 2008

Washington Wizards 2008 Union Night

The Washington Wizards are playing the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, December 19, 2008 at 7pm (#3 Platoon). Tickets for this event are being sold at reduced prices and $5 from every sale is donated back to Local 36.

The deadline to order tickets to receive this deal is Friday, December 5, 2008.

Click here for additional information.

October 25, 2008

Support Battalion Fire Chief Al Dutton (BFC 5-3)

BFC Dutton has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Due to the unique treatment for the cancer, Chief Dutton will be commuting to Boston, MA for testing and evaluation several times. Chief Dutton would be extremely grateful to any and all chiefs and/or members that would be willing to donate their time to cover his shift.

Click here to learn how you can support Chief Dutton.

October 1, 2008

Election of Local 36 Executive Board Members

Nominations of officers, shop stewards, and I.A.F.F. delegates to the Convention of this Local, may be made from the floor of the General Membership meeting in September and October.

Contact Jimmy Carter via email at JEC026@aol.com if you are interested in running for a position.

To ensure that your vote is counted, Local 36 must have your correct address. If you have moved within the last 6 months and have not notified the local, click here to download a Change of Address form.

The Local is looking for members who want to get involved in committees and special projects. Shop stewards play a vital role in the success of our union. We will be asking our shop stewards to assume additional responsibilities -- Are You Up To It?