Cedar Professional Fire Fighters IAFF Local 4953

Cedar Professional Fire Fighters IAFF Local 4953 Fire Department covering central Leelanau County in Northern Michigan. Home of the Cedar Professional Fire Fighters I.A.F.F. Local 4953.

The Cedar Area Fire / Rescue has been proudly serving our citizens since 1947 serving Solon, Kasson, Cleveland and Centerville Townships in Leelanau County. ABC Morning News declared the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore the most beautiful place in America and Cedar is proud to cover a portion of that beautiful lakeshore.A joint fire board governs the fire department along with the Fire Chief

Dan Petroskey. CAFD is staffed with 23 members capable of firefighting, emergency medical services and other skills to serve our community. The staffing is a combination of professional full time and paid on call personnel serving 7 days, 24 hours a week. The department is a 24/7 transporting agency with a Basic Life Support license and contracts to North Flight out of Traverse City for Advanced Life Support when needed.

Check out our Brother Joe Voiles compete at the 2026 World's Strongest Firefighter competition today from 11am to 7pm to...
03/06/2026

Check out our Brother Joe Voiles compete at the 2026 World's Strongest Firefighter competition today from 11am to 7pm today at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q4cyvHmO_0, We are all rooting for you Joe!!!

Welcome to the official livestream of the 2026 World’s Strongest Firefighter Divisional Championship! Watch elite firefighters from around the world compete ...

This Saturday at 9AM is the 12th Annual Brian Nachazel Snowball Tournament!  A day filled with softball, silent auctions...
02/19/2026

This Saturday at 9AM is the 12th Annual Brian Nachazel Snowball Tournament! A day filled with softball, silent auctions, concessions and fun. Some of the auction prizes include: fishing charter, wine tour, gift cards and much more. This an amazing event that helps raise money for a family in need, all in the honor of Brian. Stop by and check it out!

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10/07/2025

Congratulations!!!!

09/25/2025

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The 2025 Cedar Polka Fest officially starts NOW!!!!! Come join us for a great atmosphere, the best music, delicious food...
08/21/2025

The 2025 Cedar Polka Fest officially starts NOW!!!!! Come join us for a great atmosphere, the best music, delicious food and amazing people!
Cedar Polka Fest

07/15/2025

The wait is almost over! 🎉 Get ready to kick off the 43rd Annual Cedar Polka Fest on Thursday, August 21st!

And what a way to start! Our opening night is dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who keep our communities safe. Join us for First Responders Tribute Night! All First Responders will receive FREE ADMISSION on August 21st.

Let's open the festival with a huge salute to our heroes! We can't wait to celebrate with you. 🚒🚓

Honoring the fallen today and everyday.  Have a safe Memorial Day!
05/26/2025

Honoring the fallen today and everyday. Have a safe Memorial Day!

🇺🇸 On this , we honor the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who gave their lives in service.

Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

04/26/2025

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park is a natural wonderland. For firefighters and park rangers, though, it means work.

03/15/2025

Here we go again!!

It's the ever famous Lasagna Take and Bake.

No explanation needed, just get your order in.

There’s still time to get your tickets!!!! Check out all the great prizes that are being offered!
02/07/2025

There’s still time to get your tickets!!!! Check out all the great prizes that are being offered!

Come out and join us for a night of fun, dancing, great food and drinks. All proceeds will go towards the burn camp and NWMIPN Peer Team.

The IAFF Local 4953 and the Cedar Area Fire Department Board have come to agreement on terms on an updated contract.  Th...
12/19/2024

The IAFF Local 4953 and the Cedar Area Fire Department Board have come to agreement on terms on an updated contract. The contract term length is listed to be in place for the next three years. The negotiations between the two entities had one mission in mind and that was to do what is best for the department, the employees and the citizens of our community that we serve.
A copy of the contract will be available for viewing soon.

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8907 S Railroad Avenue
Cedar, MI
49621

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