Montgomery Twp. Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 4890

04/07/2026

We would like to wish a Captain Andrew Backlund a happy birthday. We hope you have a great birthday!

03/26/2026

The members of local 4890 wish to congratulate Fetters Mill Professional Firefighters Local 5608 on their historic vote! Congrats!

THE RESULTS ARE IN! 🗳️👨‍🚒

We are proud to announce that today’s NLRB election resulted in a tremendous victory for our union! The final vote was 19–2, sending a clear and powerful message about the strength and unity of our members.

This is a historic day for our department. With this overwhelming mandate, we are ready to get to work. Our focus now shifts to the bargaining table, where we will fight to better the working conditions, safety, and benefits for every single person who wears the uniform.

A huge thank you to everyone who stood up to make their voice heard. Onward and upward! ✊🔥

02/24/2026

We would like to wish Assitant Chief Scheiter and Firefighter Rubas a happy birthday. We hope you both have a great birthday!

02/12/2026

Today all members completed their Haz Mat Tech refresher for 2026. Crews learned about new decon techniques, and completed several scenario based evolutions in full Type A suits.

Thank you to Bucks C.C.C. - Department of Public Safety Training & Certification for leading the class

01/06/2026

Last evening, the majority of the Montgomery Township Board of Supervisors voted to authorize the reopening of the adopted 2026 budget. Their primary reason to open the budget is to remove over 60 percent of the funding set forth to hire and expand staffing needed to maintain effective fire protection in Montgomery Township. In the meantime, the board has decided to fund and move forward with a fire study which was previously voted down last year. A study which will show what Chief Wiegman has shown over the last year....24/7 career staffing is needed.

Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters
International Association of Fire Fighters
Fire Department of Montgomery Township
Montgomery Township, PA

View the agenda at: https://www.montgomerytwp.org/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=browse&eGov_searchType=91&eGov_searchDepartment=2

12/09/2025

The members of Local 4890 would like wish part time Firefighter Rob Roy happy birthday! We hope you have a great day!

11/27/2025

Even as professional fire organizations across the state and country recognize Chief Wiegman’s plan as one that is data driven and desperatly needed in Montgomery Township, the new board of supervisors coming in next year do not agree with the Chief and want to remove this critical funding. Please call your supervisor and show your support!

The Montgomery Township fire chief says adding more paid firefighters will keep the community safe, but some residents are worried about the increase in taxes.

11/25/2025

Last evening, the Montgomery Township Board of Supervisors approved funding to hire 11 additional firefighters after both volunteer and career leadership within the Fire Department voiced serious concerns regarding the declining number of volunteers and increased response times. This was a critical step to ensure our Township has the emergency coverage it needs and the residents deserve.

Hiring an additional 11 firefighters is the minimum to ensure that there are always four, qualified, interior firefighters on the fire truck 24/7/365 in Montgomery Township. Having four qualified firefighters on a truck isn’t a luxury. It is the standard for safe operations.

Unfortunately, members of the incoming Board have publicly stated that they intend to cut that funding in the new year. Their plan is to re-open the budget to stop these critical staffing improvements until a comprehensive fire study is completed. This decision will delay the hiring of much-needed firefighters and leave Montgomery Township with significant gaps in coverage.

Public safety is not optional, it’s a responsibility. Cutting firefighter funding means slower response times, greater risk to families, homes, and businesses, and a heavier burden on our already stretched volunteers.

Our community deserves reliable fire protection. Stand with our firefighters and demand that the new Board keep the funding in place. Attend the meeting in January, contact your supervisors, and advocate for public safety. Show up, speak out, and make it clear: public safety is non-negotiable.

https://www.youtube.com/live/kPvWrxNUZdg?si=QJNesxEnz46kqQrl&t=2927

Fire Department of Montgomery Township
Montgomery Township, PA
International Association of Fire Fighters
Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters

View the agenda at: https://www.montgomerytwp.org/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=browse&eGov_searchType=91&eGov_searchDepartment=2

11/24/2025

https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/montgomery-township-voting-hiring-more-paid-firefighters/

The Montgomery Township fire chief says adding more paid firefighters will keep the community safe, but some residents are worried about the increase in taxes.

10/14/2025

Get all of your questions answered here!

🔥 Montgomery Township, PA Fire Department Expansion– Website Update 🔥

We’ve added new information to our Montgomery Township website about the proposal to hire 19 additional career firefighters.

As our community continues to grow, so does the demand for fire and emergency services. This proposal is about making sure we have the people and resources needed for Montgomery Township.

The updated page includes background on the proposal, why it’s needed, and answers to common questions from residents. We invite everyone to take a look and stay informed about this important step in supporting our fire department and community safety.

➡️ Check out the updates here: https://www.montgomerytwp.org/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=item&id=6677

One Department. One Mission.

Montgomery Township Community and Recreation Center
Fire Department of Montgomery Township

10/02/2025

The members of Local 4890 would like to wish Senior man Harry Reese and Firefighter Jake Weltman a happy birthday! We hope you have a great day!