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Supplemental Dental and Vision plans will be with "United Healthcare"
Contact Customer Service New 11-16-23 Iris West, Benefits Advisor 410-337-7577 ext. 162 iwest@sfandc.com For more info Click Here |
Dec. 25 CANCELLED
S. MD Lunch
S. MD Lunch
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Dec. 21, 2024
Senate passes Social Security Fairness Act, sends WEP/GPO repeal to the White House For more info click on the link below: https://www.iaff.org/news/senate-passes-social-security-fairness-act-sends-wep-gpo-repeal-to-the-white-house/?fbclid=IwY2xjawHTMztleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHQTPf9iVOeCmcwGnQ0SDdiZgS7_HOHDOs6GNHEpNtr1LxqVfrB6jM1CdDw_aem_IIaek_nhb3xV4Ai6QBWsQQ December 5, 2024
Re: Important Reminder: Open Enrollment and Dependent Eligibility Verification - FEHB Dear Mr. Partridge, Good afternoon. I hope this message finds you well. We are reaching out to remind your members about an important requirement during this year’s Open Enrollment period for retirees and survivors who have Federal health care benefits (FEHB) through the DC Retirement Board (DCRB). This specifically applies to those enrolled in Self Plus One or Self and Family coverage. The DC Retirement Board (DCRB) is conducting a mandatory dependent eligibility audit for Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) during this year's Open Enrollment period. This audit affects only 800 randomly selected retirees from DC Police, Firefighters, and Teachers populations who have Self Plus One or Self and Family coverage through OPM. This audit does not impact the entire retiree population which was sent Open Enrollment materials. The audit, required by 5 CFR 890.308(f), aims to ensure accurate coverage and prevent fraud. For members who did receive a specific DCRB letter and selected for this audit, their Open Enrollment Letter and FEHB 2809 Form included a red dot the upper right-hand side of the first page. FEHB members with Self-Only coverage are exempt from this audit requirement. Selected members must submit dependent eligibility documentation within 30 days of receiving their notice. Eligible dependents include current spouses, children under 26 (biological, adopted, step, or foster), and disabled children over 26 if their disability began before age 26. Failure to verify eligibility may result in the removal of ineligible family members from coverage, increased premiums for the entire group, and potential penalties under 18 USC 1001. While DCRB understands that some retirees may have difficulty locating required documents like birth certificates or marriage licenses, compliance is mandatory for maintaining accurate coverage. Resources for verification requirements and eligibility rules are available through OPM's healthcare eligibility webpage and the FEHB Handbook's Family Member section. Members requiring assistance with documentation or having concerns about the audit process should contact DCRB directly at 202-343-3272. Below are some helpful links about this federally mandated audit
Sincerely, Anthony Stradford Customer Care Liaison District of Columbia Retirement Board 900 7th Street NW, 2nd floor Washington, DC 20001 Nov. 14, 2024
Message regarding Open Season Health Ins. There has been some confusion regarding the need to provide documentation for anyone on your policy other than self. The Federal Govt. is conducting an audit of all retirees. The DC Retirement Board was told to randomly select 800 total members for the audit, this includes MPD, DCFD, and Teachers. We do not have the breakdown of how many are Firefighters. Below is what was sent to the RFA from the DC Retirement Board. Of course, anyone who adds newly dependents will be required to send in marriage and birth certificates with the enrollment forms. Green Tab Federal Members (2-page letter) *Hired by DC Government prior to September 30, 1987 Do not need to send in supporting document to validate dependents unless they are adding a new dependent for the upcoming year such as a spouse or child/children. Red Tab Federal Members (5-page letter requesting the supporting documents) *Hired by DC Government prior to October 1, 1987 Required to submit supporting documents for all dependents, whether it is a dependent already on the plan or if they are newly adding dependents such as a spouse or child/children. Blue Tab District Members (5-page letter requesting the supporting documents) Required to submit supporting documents for all dependents, whether it is a dependent already on the plan or if they are newly adding dependents such as a spouse or child/children. Also, the below is the direct link on the DCRB website to the 2025 Open Season page that provides details regarding open enrollment plan and premium details. https://dcrb.dc.gov/node/1748951 Sept. 10, 2024
2025 Florida Reunion Flyer below. April 25-27 Punta Gorda Florida When making your reservations make sure it's with the Hotel front desk 
There is now a Washington DC Fire Fighters Memorial Foundation this is a 501c non profit. They are collecting money to put up a permanent memorial to the Fallen DC Firefighters. They are looking for sites, getting permits, hiring an artist to design the memorial. It is all in the early stages, but money is needed to get things moving.
https://www.dcfallenfirefightersfoundation.org 
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Dec. 19, 2024
Message from the DC Retirement Board: We’ve been receiving an increase in inquiries from retirees regarding the potential Federal government shutdown and its impact on their annuities. Please be assured that in the event of a Federal shutdown, annuity payments and benefits will not be delayed or affected. We will be posting a similar message on our website as well www.dcrb.dc.gov . Dec. 1, 2024
Memorial Helmet Placements scheduled so far for the month of December: All Ceremonies will start at 09:00 Hrs. December 2nd- Squad Wagon Driver Clifford R. Oliver 635 North Carolina Ave SE (William H. Rumsey Aquatic Center) December 6th- Captain Thomas S. Baber Quarters of 15 Engine. December 29th- Battalion Fire Chief Charles Proctor (3rd Battalion) Quarters of 15 Engine. Nov. 1, 2024
The DCFIRE&EMS Foundation has put up a website on the history of the DC Fire Dept. Lots of great info, and photos. Link below https://www.dcfireemshistory.org/ May 28, 2024
The DCFD has launched a new project to honor members who have died in the line of duty. DC Firefighter Memorial Helmet Project. On Tuesday May 28, firefighters from DC will launch the DC Firefighters Memorial Project and hang the first of 102 memorial helmets on DC streetlight and Pepco utility poles throughout the District to honor firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty. Links below to both the DC Fire and EMS Foundation website, and the story on WUSA 9 www.dcfireemsfoundation.org/so/84O_yCxC5?languageTag=en&cid=ae664f96-9389-4313-becc-c88a41a9ddb1 www.wusa9.com/article/news/local/dc/memorial-helmets-to-honor-dc-firefighters-who-lost-their-lives-in-line-of-duty/65-6f70b363-0b6b-414d-8156-e221deaabba7 Nov. 9, 2023
District of Columbia Police Officers and Firefighters’ Retirement Plan Summary Plan Description 2023 See attached file below
Jan. 28, 2022
Federal Tax deduction info for retirees below
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Dec. 5, 2024
Two upcoming retirement Dinners for Ed Rice, and Wally Gooding See Flyers below: Dec. 5, 2024
There will be no Southern MD Lunch on Dec. 25. Merry Christmas to all Nov. 18, 2024
Sick List Update from Bouncer Smith: Hello all !! Thanks for the support and prayers, from so many ! My first operation (right leg) was last February. Balloon type. First of 6 surgeries. After failed surgeries, I had a bypass surgery (leg) on the 4th surgery. Well, the plastic in my leg, became infected. Causing eventually to my 6th surgery. Bypass two. Along the way, I was diagnosed with sepsis. Not expecting to survive, I was shipped to Philadelphia. It was touch and go.After Philly, shipped to a rehab. I didn't visit my home for 3 months. Currently, I'm learning to walk. Using a walker. I lost 55 pounds !! Still rehabbing. Again , thanks to all, for your prayers, as well, as your support. Bouncer Nov. 15, 2024
Sick List Addition: William "Billy" FitzGerald is back in the hospital dealing with his cancer. He is scheduled to be in the hospital for approximately 10 days. He requests no visitors, or phone calls. Updates will be posted as they become available. Please keep Brother FitzGerald in your thoughts and prayers. NEW LUNCH
The Central Virginia retired fireman's group meets the 1st Thursday of every month. It's a great group of old friends who meet to reminisce and relive old times. Please join us, bring your wives and plan for a nice meal. This month we will be meeting on Thursday, November 7th at 1pm at following location: Clearwater Grill 4276 Germanna Hwy Locust Grove Va Gary Dwyer 540-207-2153 Twiggy44@gmail.com Oct. 22, 2024
Pictures below from the 2024 RFA Cookout. Huge thank you to Ricky Moore, and all the others that put this together. Another wonderful get together keeping the Brotherhood alive Oct. 21, 2024
Open Season is Nov. 11 to Dec. 9. Link below for more info: www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/open-season/ July 12, 2024
The DC Bar Pro Bono Center has made an offer to do Pro Bono wills for our members making less than 60k a year. See below for more info, and attached flyer. Dear Mr. Partridge: I am writing to follow up on our conversation earlier this week regarding the “Wills for Heroes” estate planning project we are organizing for 09/11. Please find attached a flyer to send out to your membership and post on your website. We would really like to get interested individuals signed up and started on preparation by the end of this month, so anything you could do to bring this to the special attention of your disabled or older retired firefighters who would qualify would be appreciated. Thank you so much for your interest and all you do for fellow firefighters! Very truly yours, Murray MURRAY D. SCHEEL (he/him/his) Managing Attorney, Future Planning & Probate D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center 901 4th Street NW Washington, DC 20001 202.780.2593 www.dcbar.org/pro-bono
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Honor Guard
In an effort to provide our retired brothers (at the time of their demise) with a dignified, and respectable presence, the Retired Association has decided to organize a "Honor Guard". This will not be a precision - spit and polish - drill team type concept, but simply a list of retired brother firefighters who may have known and worked with the departed, or at least served during the same time frame. Participation by this Honor Guard will be ONLY By request of the family, and only to the extent that the family desires.
To include but not limited to pallbearers, (active or honorary) - liaison between the family and visiting fire fighters, or simply lending a fire service presence.
The "uniform of the day" for this honor guard shall from this day forward be known as the "Lockrow Suit" which will consist of a navy blue blazer, white shirt, gray slacks, and black shoes (properly polished) and official Honor Guard tie issued by the Association.
For those who wish to participate, and do not own a "Lockrow Suit" we have made arrangements with "Men's Warehouse" for a very good discount on the blazer and slacks.
The more members who participate in this honor guard will provide for a large cadre to draw from meaning less travel and less frequent events.
Please give this Honor Guard serious consideration, and join us in providing our departed members with class, dignity, and proper respect.
To volunteer please contact :
Tom Scherer Joe O'Neil
301-609-7923 410-507-2450
capttom44@outlook.com joeoneil9@hotmail.com
To include but not limited to pallbearers, (active or honorary) - liaison between the family and visiting fire fighters, or simply lending a fire service presence.
The "uniform of the day" for this honor guard shall from this day forward be known as the "Lockrow Suit" which will consist of a navy blue blazer, white shirt, gray slacks, and black shoes (properly polished) and official Honor Guard tie issued by the Association.
For those who wish to participate, and do not own a "Lockrow Suit" we have made arrangements with "Men's Warehouse" for a very good discount on the blazer and slacks.
The more members who participate in this honor guard will provide for a large cadre to draw from meaning less travel and less frequent events.
Please give this Honor Guard serious consideration, and join us in providing our departed members with class, dignity, and proper respect.
To volunteer please contact :
Tom Scherer Joe O'Neil
301-609-7923 410-507-2450
capttom44@outlook.com joeoneil9@hotmail.com
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RFA Pocket Badge Order Form
EXAMPLE JOSEPH C. HEALY RETIRED FIREFIGHTER’S ASSOCIATION WASHINGTON DC FIRE DEPARTMENT T-9 Please send a check for $45 with your name and address and the way you want your badge to read to: Joe Healy 7511 Woodville Road Mt. Airy, MD 21771 (A fourth line can be added for an extra $2) |
Members of the Retired Association can now order an official Fire Dept. badge on-line. Just click on the site below and find the badge you want and follow the instructions. (The difference between the active badge and our badge is that it has the word "RETIRED" is on the top.)
Thanks to Jimmy Martin, the link has been fixed. They advised that if you are still having problems, to turn off your pop-up blocker. Click Here to order |
Meetings will be announced on this site, and our Facebook page.
Local 36 Kenny Cox Building
3002 12th St. N.E Washington, D.C. 20017
Snow Policy:
IF SNOW CLOSES OR DELAYS THE PRINCE GEORGE'S SCHOOL SYSTEM , THERE WILL BE NO RFA MEETING THAT DAY.
Local 36 Kenny Cox Building
3002 12th St. N.E Washington, D.C. 20017
Snow Policy:
IF SNOW CLOSES OR DELAYS THE PRINCE GEORGE'S SCHOOL SYSTEM , THERE WILL BE NO RFA MEETING THAT DAY.
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