Professional Firefighters of Clackamas County
International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) - Local 1159
The Professional Firefighters Association of Clackamas County is an International Association of Fire Fighters AFL-CIO affiliate Local. Local 1159 represents over 335 firefighters and paramedics from Canby Fire District #62, Clackamas Fire District #1, Estacada Fire District #69, Gladstone Fire Department, Lake Oswego Fire Department, Molalla Fire District #73 and Sandy Fire District #72. Our mission is to ensure that all members are treated fairly and equally focusing on wages, hours, working conditions, retirement securities and safety. It is our goal to improve the standard of living for our members, families and communities we serve.
IAFF Local 1159 was proud to have President Hon and Secretary-Treasurer Rolicheck representing our members this week in Washington, D.C. at the IAFF Legislative Conference. They joined a strong Oregon delegation including @orfirefighters @iaff43 @greshamfirefighters @iaff1660 @bendfirefighters @iaff851 and Kingsley Field Local 3340 to meet with Oregon’s U.S. Senators and members of Congress.
Discussions focused on legislation impacting fire fighters nationwide, including the Wildfire Emergency Preparedness Act, protecting collective bargaining rights, expanding apprenticeship and workforce grant funding, improving access to cancer screenings, strengthening mental health support, and fixing No Tax on Overtime language. These issues directly connect to the core priorities our union fights for every day: wages, hours, working conditions, retirement security, and safety.
IAFF General President Ed Kelly summarized the purpose of the conference in his opening remarks: “We don’t represent a political party or a political agenda, we represent firefighters — the very crews that are in the station right now making runs and protecting the public. Those retirees who served for decades on the job who might stop by the firehouse for a cup of coffee. And the generations of IAFF members who will benefit from the work we do this week long after this week is over.”
Engaging in the legislative process ensures firefighters have a seat at the table when decisions are made that impact our profession, our families, and the communities we serve.
#iaff1159
1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today, 33+ members of IAFF Local 1159 traveled to Seattle to compete in the Firefighter Stairclimb at the Columbia Center. Firefighters from across the country climb 69 floors and 1,356 steps in full turnout gear and on air to raise money for blood cancer research. We’re proud to have the largest team from Oregon represented at this year’s event. Together, our members raised over $20,000 for blood cancer research and patient support. Thank you to everyone who donated and helped support this incredible cause.
#iaff1159 #seattlestairclimb #oregonslargestteam
9 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today, members of IAFF Local 1159 firefighters are competing in the Seattle Firefighter Stairclimb at the Columbia Center. Climbing 69 floors and 1,356 steps in full turnout gear and on air, this event pushes firefighters to their limits. The climb brings firefighters from across the country together to raise funds and awareness in the fight against blood cancers. We’re proud of our members representing 1159 and supporting such an important cause. More pictures and details to come as the day goes on.
7 CommentsComment on Facebook
One of the best parts about being a firefighter isn’t just the job, it’s the people. The men and women you train with, respond with, eat meals with, and trust with your life. Over the course of a career, we spend nearly a third of our lives alongside each other. That kind of time builds more than a team. It builds family.
Here at IAFF Local 1159, we’re proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with more than 400 professional firefighters who serve our community every single day. Through the long shifts, tough calls, holidays away from home, and moments that test us, we have each other’s backs.
That bond is something special. It’s built on trust, sacrifice, and a shared commitment to protecting the communities we serve. Grateful to be part of a brotherhood and sisterhood that truly feels like family.
#IAFF1159
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Clackamas County Professional Firefighters Local 1159 from Clackamas Fire worked with our law enforcement partners to successfully rescue a dog this morning who was in distress. The call doesn’t stop there. Our members and Happy Valley Police Department officers ensured the pup got the proper treatment and took her to an emergency vet clinic.
#iaff1159
#dogrescue
5 CommentsComment on Facebook
IAFF Local 1159 was proud to have President Hon and Secretary-Treasurer Rolicheck representing our members this week in Washington, D.C. at the IAFF Legislative Conference. They joined a strong Oregon delegation including @orfirefighters @iaff43 @greshamfirefighters @iaff1660 @bendfirefighters @iaff851 and Kingsley Field Local 3340 to meet with Oregon’s U.S. Senators and members of Congress.
Discussions focused on legislation impacting fire fighters nationwide, including the Wildfire Emergency Preparedness Act, protecting collective bargaining rights, expanding apprenticeship and workforce grant funding, improving access to cancer screenings, strengthening mental health support, and fixing No Tax on Overtime language. These issues directly connect to the core priorities our union fights for every day: wages, hours, working conditions, retirement security, and safety.
IAFF General President Ed Kelly summarized the purpose of the conference in his opening remarks: “We don’t represent a political party or a political agenda, we represent firefighters — the very crews that are in the station right now making runs and protecting the public. Those retirees who served for decades on the job who might stop by the firehouse for a cup of coffee. And the generations of IAFF members who will benefit from the work we do this week long after this week is over.”
Engaging in the legislative process ensures firefighters have a seat at the table when decisions are made that impact our profession, our families, and the communities we serve.
#iaff1159
1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today, 33+ members of IAFF Local 1159 traveled to Seattle to compete in the Firefighter Stairclimb at the Columbia Center. Firefighters from across the country climb 69 floors and 1,356 steps in full turnout gear and on air to raise money for blood cancer research. We’re proud to have the largest team from Oregon represented at this year’s event. Together, our members raised over $20,000 for blood cancer research and patient support. Thank you to everyone who donated and helped support this incredible cause.
#iaff1159 #seattlestairclimb #oregonslargestteam
9 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today, members of IAFF Local 1159 firefighters are competing in the Seattle Firefighter Stairclimb at the Columbia Center. Climbing 69 floors and 1,356 steps in full turnout gear and on air, this event pushes firefighters to their limits. The climb brings firefighters from across the country together to raise funds and awareness in the fight against blood cancers. We’re proud of our members representing 1159 and supporting such an important cause. More pictures and details to come as the day goes on.
7 CommentsComment on Facebook
One of the best parts about being a firefighter isn’t just the job, it’s the people. The men and women you train with, respond with, eat meals with, and trust with your life. Over the course of a career, we spend nearly a third of our lives alongside each other. That kind of time builds more than a team. It builds family.
Here at IAFF Local 1159, we’re proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with more than 400 professional firefighters who serve our community every single day. Through the long shifts, tough calls, holidays away from home, and moments that test us, we have each other’s backs.
That bond is something special. It’s built on trust, sacrifice, and a shared commitment to protecting the communities we serve. Grateful to be part of a brotherhood and sisterhood that truly feels like family.
#IAFF1159
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Clackamas County Professional Firefighters Local 1159 from Clackamas Fire worked with our law enforcement partners to successfully rescue a dog this morning who was in distress. The call doesn’t stop there. Our members and Happy Valley Police Department officers ensured the pup got the proper treatment and took her to an emergency vet clinic.
#iaff1159
#dogrescue
5 CommentsComment on Facebook
IAFF Local 1159 was proud to have President Hon and Secretary-Treasurer Rolicheck representing our members this week in Washington, D.C. at the IAFF Legislative Conference. They joined a strong Oregon delegation including @orfirefighters @iaff43 @greshamfirefighters @iaff1660 @bendfirefighters @iaff851 and Kingsley Field Local 3340 to meet with Oregon’s U.S. Senators and members of Congress.
Discussions focused on legislation impacting fire fighters nationwide, including the Wildfire Emergency Preparedness Act, protecting collective bargaining rights, expanding apprenticeship and workforce grant funding, improving access to cancer screenings, strengthening mental health support, and fixing No Tax on Overtime language. These issues directly connect to the core priorities our union fights for every day: wages, hours, working conditions, retirement security, and safety.
IAFF General President Ed Kelly summarized the purpose of the conference in his opening remarks: “We don’t represent a political party or a political agenda, we represent firefighters — the very crews that are in the station right now making runs and protecting the public. Those retirees who served for decades on the job who might stop by the firehouse for a cup of coffee. And the generations of IAFF members who will benefit from the work we do this week long after this week is over.”
Engaging in the legislative process ensures firefighters have a seat at the table when decisions are made that impact our profession, our families, and the communities we serve.
#iaff1159
1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today, 33+ members of IAFF Local 1159 traveled to Seattle to compete in the Firefighter Stairclimb at the Columbia Center. Firefighters from across the country climb 69 floors and 1,356 steps in full turnout gear and on air to raise money for blood cancer research. We’re proud to have the largest team from Oregon represented at this year’s event. Together, our members raised over $20,000 for blood cancer research and patient support. Thank you to everyone who donated and helped support this incredible cause.
#iaff1159 #seattlestairclimb #oregonslargestteam
9 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today, members of IAFF Local 1159 firefighters are competing in the Seattle Firefighter Stairclimb at the Columbia Center. Climbing 69 floors and 1,356 steps in full turnout gear and on air, this event pushes firefighters to their limits. The climb brings firefighters from across the country together to raise funds and awareness in the fight against blood cancers. We’re proud of our members representing 1159 and supporting such an important cause. More pictures and details to come as the day goes on.
7 CommentsComment on Facebook
One of the best parts about being a firefighter isn’t just the job, it’s the people. The men and women you train with, respond with, eat meals with, and trust with your life. Over the course of a career, we spend nearly a third of our lives alongside each other. That kind of time builds more than a team. It builds family.
Here at IAFF Local 1159, we’re proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with more than 400 professional firefighters who serve our community every single day. Through the long shifts, tough calls, holidays away from home, and moments that test us, we have each other’s backs.
That bond is something special. It’s built on trust, sacrifice, and a shared commitment to protecting the communities we serve. Grateful to be part of a brotherhood and sisterhood that truly feels like family.
#IAFF1159
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Clackamas County Professional Firefighters Local 1159 from Clackamas Fire worked with our law enforcement partners to successfully rescue a dog this morning who was in distress. The call doesn’t stop there. Our members and Happy Valley Police Department officers ensured the pup got the proper treatment and took her to an emergency vet clinic.
#iaff1159
#dogrescue
5 CommentsComment on Facebook
