Albuquerque Area Firefighters IAFF Local 244

06/04/2026

The 2026 IAFF 10th District Biennial Conference is coming to New Mexico.

For the first time in years,
NMPFFA and IAFF Local 244
have the honor of hosting our brothers and sisters from Hawaii, California, Arizona, New Mexico, and the CNMI right here in the Land of Enchantment.

June 18 and 19 at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa in Santa Ana Pueblo.

✦ Wednesday — Welcome Reception at the Hummingbird Garden, sponsored by CORE
✦ Thursday — Sandia Bar Reception in Corrales, hosted with Singleton & Schreiber
✦ Friday — Poolside Send-Off at Tamaya, sponsored by 1-800-BoardUp and Leather Helmet

While you’re here: Santa Fe Plaza, the Taos art district, the Sandia Peak Tramway, Vernon’s Speakeasy, Cocina Azul, TEN 3, Campo at Los Poblanos, Level 5 at Hotel Chaco — and a drawing to win a hot air balloon ride piloted by retired IAFF members.

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We can’t wait to welcome you home to New Mexico.

In solidarity

06/03/2026

Brothers & Sisters, family, friends and community members,

Thanks so much for your ongoing support of Eli, his dad Brother Martin Salazar, and their whole family. After a little over three weeks, Eli is now out of the ICU and on a regular floor at UNMH! He’s eating, talking, and slowly regaining feeling and use where he’d up till now had deficits. He still has a long road ahead but is receiving the best care and is surrounded by family, friends, and the support of your efforts and prayers!

Martin and the family hope that Eli can transfer up to an intensive rehabilitation facility in Denver next month. Around the same time, on June 10th, Brother Zack Nichols has planned a fundraiser at Hops & Dough (6361 Riverside Plaza Ln, Albuquerque, NM 87120). A portion of all sales from that day will go to help towards medical and transportation expenses. mark your calendars now and spread the word!

See attached flyer and thanks again for showing up for one and other in a time of need. Stay safe!

06/02/2026

🗳️ Election Day is Tuesday which is TODAY!

IAFF Local 244 proudly endorses candidates who support firefighters, public safety, and working families:

✅ Melanie Stansbury – Congressional District 1
✅ Patricia Roybal Caballero – New Mexico House District 17
✅ Eric Olivas – Bernalillo County Commission
✅ Damian Lara – Bernalillo County Assessor
✅ Yanira Gurrola – New Mexico House District 16
✅ Barbara Baca – Bernalillo County Commission District 1
✅ Charlotte Little – New Mexico House District 68
✅ Cynthia Borrego – New Mexico House District 17

If you haven't voted yet, make a plan to cast your ballot TODAY and make your voice heard.

Paid for by IAFF Local 244 PAC. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.

05/30/2026

This is inspiring

Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association (PPFFA) President Bob Brooks has won the Democratic nomination for the

05/30/2026

🚒🗳️ Election Day is this Tuesday, but you don't have to wait to make your voice heard.

IAFF Local 244 proudly endorses Yanira Gurrola for New Mexico , Eric Olivas Democrat for Bernalillo County Commission District 5 , Damian Lara , and Patricia for New Mexico. These candidates have demonstrated their support for public safety, working families, and the issues that matter to our members and our community.

✅ Early Voting is happening now through Saturday, May 30
🕙 Monday–Saturday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
🗳️ Election Day is Tuesday

Make a plan, cast your ballot, and make your voice count.

Paid for by IAFF Local 244 PAC. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.

05/29/2026

Please join us in congratulating Battalion Chief Pete Jarmosevich on his recent retirement from Albuquerque Fire Rescue.

Over the course of a distinguished 20-year career, Chief Jarmosevich served the citizens of Albuquerque at every rank within our union, providing steady leadership, professionalism, and experience in an often demanding and unpredictable environment. His commitment to the job, his crews, and the community helped shape the department and those who had the privilege of serving alongside him.

We thank Pete and his family for the sacrifices they have made throughout his career and for their unwavering support of the fire service. We wish them health, happiness, and many blessings as they begin this well-deserved next chapter.

Godspeed, brother.

05/25/2026

We want to to wish everyone a safe Memorial Day as we reflect on those who went before us. Their bravery does not go unseen and their courage will not be forgotten. Thank you to all the men and women who made the sacrifice.

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05/20/2026

Please join us in congratulating Captain Lloyd Rantanan on his retirement after nearly 40 years of dedicated service to the Albuquerque Fire Department.

A quiet, steady leader, Lloyd was someone crews could depend on in every assignment. Finishing his career at Station 20, he leaves behind a lasting legacy — one that continues through his son now serving within the ranks of AFR.

We thank Captain Rantanan for a career built on professionalism, reliability, and service to the community.

Wishing Lloyd and his family health, happiness, and a well-earned next chapter.
Godspeed, brother.

05/19/2026

IAFF Local 244 proudly endorses Representative Yanira Gurrola for re-election in New Mexico House District 16.

Representative Gurrola has been a strong advocate for public safety and working families, and we value her continued support for firefighters and our community.

🗳 Early Voting: May 16 – May 30
🕙 Monday–Saturday | 10AM–7PM

Paid for by ABQ FirePAC, Chairperson Miguel Tittmann. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate’s campaign committee.

05/19/2026

🔥 Eric Olivas — Bernalillo County Commissioner

IAFF Local 244 proudly endorses Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas for re-election.

Commissioner Olivas has shown a strong commitment to public safety, firefighters, and working families in our community. We appreciate his continued support and leadership on the issues that matter most.

🗳 Early Voting: May 16 – May 30
🕙 Monday–Saturday | 10AM–7PM

Paid for by ABQ FirePAC, Chairperson Miguel Tittmann. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate’s campaign committee.