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WSCFF 7th District Report

Craig Becker, WSCFF 7th District Representative Members of the “Mini 7th” have been actively involved in a variety of initiatives throughout 2026. The membership actively participated in the WSCFF Kelly L. Fox Legislative Conference in Olympia, meeting with our representatives to address our key issues, including presumptive heart disease and longer EMT recertification periods....

WSCFF 6th District Report

Tim Hoover, WSCFF 6th District Representative District leadership meets quarterly to address issues affecting our members and the communities we serve. One of the most pressing challenges facing the 6th District is prolonged hospital wait times. Across our region, emergency units face hours-long delays in transferring patients to hospital staff. These “wall times” are...

WSCFF 5th District Report

Tom Fields, WSCFF 5th District Representative The 5th District remains busy. Most of our locals are prepping for the start of negotiations or are deep in the middle of them. Several are also engaged in mediation. We have seen the arrival of several new principal officers among the various executive boards. Members from the...

WSCFF 4th District Report

Casey Yeager, WSCFF 4th District Representative Congratulations to Greg Markley, Local 1747 Puget Sound Fire, and longtime secretary-treasurer for the Washington State Council of Fire Fighters. Brother Markley received the inaugural Vincent J. Bollon Award for his dedication to strengthening union leadership and delivering value to IAFF members. Brother Markley has always been grounded...

WSCFF 3rd District Report: Forward Progress in the 3rd District

Bryan Copeland, WSCFF 3rd District Representative Across the WSCFF 3rd District, the past year has been defined by steady progress and investment in our people. We have continued our commitment to the communities we serve. From leadership development to operational advancements, our locals demonstrate pride in the profession and a clear vision for the...

WSCFF 1st District Report: Engagement, Growth, and Gratitude

Ryan Reese, WSCFF 1st District Representative It is truly an honor to serve as your WSCFF 1st District Representative. I am grateful every day for the opportunity to work on behalf of the members and families who make up this district. The trust you place in this role is not taken lightly, and I...

The Silence I Carried

Behavioral health affects every corner of the fire service, but too many members still feel pressure to keep their struggles to themselves. Read Jason King’s journey in his own words: Local 29 Spokane firefighter, Army veteran and WSCFF Behavioral Health Committee member. We thank Jason for sharing his perspective and helping move this conversation...

Membership Spotlight: Jamie Monroe

Jamie Monroe is a memorable WSCFF member – he shows up for people, listens closely, and cares deeply about the union and the members behind it. He’s an inspiring example of the next wave of members carrying union values forward, and we’re proud to share his story. Born and raised in Lake Stevens, Jamie’s...

The WSCFF Celebrates All Women Firefighters: Meet 3 Inspiring Members

Women firefighters strengthen the fire service. Across Washington, women in the WSCFF are making an impact on the line, in leadership, and in their communities. The WSCFF celebrates all women in the fire service, and we’re proud to highlight three inspiring women WSCFF firefighters and their stories for Women’s History Month, shared in their...

WSCFF Firefighter Saves Neighbor from Early Morning House Fire

An off-duty WSCFF member ran to a burning home at 4 a.m. on February 26 and brought his elderly neighbor out alive. The WSCFF is proud to share the story of Local 1747 Puget Sound Firefighters member Derek Konzelman, a firefighter of five years and an engineer on Rescue 7. “You never know when...