local514

History
Of the
Shreveport Fire Fighters Association
    

     The Shreveport Firefighters Association Local-514 has a long, proud and spirited history. A history that is based on the hard work and dedication of it’s leaders and members who gave their time, their efforts and their resources for the common goal of a better quality of life for our Brothers and Sisters of the Shreveport Fire Department. Since inception our organization has been a leading force in securing and maintaining benefits on a local level and at our state house.
 

     The Shreveport Fire Fighters Association, Local-514 represents more than 550 full-time Professional Firefighters who protect our 200,000 plus citizens and 112 square miles of metropolitan & suburban property.

 
   
Mission Statement
  

Our mission is to bring and preserve the highest Honor and Dignity
     

          Local 514 members are thereby guided by the following principles:

          • That People are our most valuable resource.
          • We are accountable to those we serve.
          • Pride, the pursuit of excellence, and commitment to public service is of 
            paramount importance
          • Value to the community is measured in the type and quality of services provided.
          • To uphold the Constitution and By-Laws of the IAFF and Local 514.
          • Of promotion of a safe and healthy working environment.
          • Of promoting the establishment of just and reasonable working conditions.
          • Of promoting harmonious relations between fire fighters and their employer.
          • Compassion, fairness and integrity are practiced in all our endeavors.
   
  

   
     We will actively participate in our community, serve as role models, and strive to effectively and efficiently utilize all of the necessary resources at our command to provide a product deemed excellent by our citizens.