Hernando County Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 3760

05/29/2026

🚒 WHERE DO OUR COUNTY COMMISSION CANDIDATES STAND ON PUBLIC SAFETY? 🚒

This week, the Hernando County Commission approved the construction of a new fire station, the first additional fire station approved in nearly 25 years despite significant population growth and increasing demand for emergency services.

Current Commissioners, and candidates for re-election, Brian Hawkins and Jerry Campbell supported this important investment in public safety and made their positions clear.

Now, we would like to hear from the candidates seeking these Commission seats:

📢 District 2 Candidates: • Silvia Dukes • Maxwell Joseph Glenn • James Scavetta

📢 District 4 Candidates: • Marvin Baynham • Jeremy Holmes

If you had been sitting on the County Commission during this vote, how would you have voted?

✅ YES – I would have voted to approve the new fire station. ❌ NO – I would have voted against the new fire station. ❓ OTHER – Please explain your position.

This isn't a trick question, and it isn't about just politics. It's about emergency response times, firefighter and paramedic staffing, public safety, and the future of Hernando County!

The residents of Hernando County deserve to know where every candidate stands on issues that directly impact the safety of our families, neighborhoods, and visitors.

We invite each candidate to comment below with their answer so voters can make informed decisions before Election Day!

👇 Candidates, the floor is yours.

05/26/2026

🚨 First off, we want to thank the four County Commissioners who voted in favor of public safety today by supporting the approval of the first additional fire station in Hernando County in nearly 25 years. 👏🚒

Commissioners Hawkins, Campbell, Amsler, and Allocco made public safety the priority, and we appreciate their support. 🇺🇸

The lone “no” vote once again came from the one commissioner opposed to the project, who continues to rant about being able to build it for far less taxpayer money and claims to have “a lot of contractor friends.” Yet throughout this two-year process, nothing has been produced other than repeated complaints about how it could supposedly be done cheaper.

❌ No competing bids.
❌ No actual proposals.
❌ No public comments opposing the need for a new fire station.

Just repeated 3–5 minute rants attacking our public safety departments every chance he gets.
So, if there are any contractors out there who can build a fire station to today’s standards, one capable of housing up to seven firefighters per day, for under $3 million, we want to hear from you! 👀🏗️🚒

Because the citizens of Hernando County deserve modern fire stations, properly staffed crews, and the level of public safety that keeps up with the growth of our community. We whole-heartedly support conservative thinking when we can save the taxpayers money, but just because we keep repeating false statements, it doesn't help them come true! 💪🔥

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten. Memorial Day is more than a holiday, it is a time to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of those who gave everything in defense of them. 🎖️🕊️

💪 This morning, several of our members came together to complete the Murph Challenge in honor of Memorial Day and in remembrance of Lt. Michael P. Murphy and all fallen heroes who gave their lives in service to others. Their effort today was a small tribute to the strength, sacrifice, and commitment displayed by our nation’s heroes every day. 🇺🇸🏃‍♂️🏋️‍♂️

❤️ We remember the fallen.
🤝 We honor their sacrifice.
🕯️ And we will never forget.

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05/25/2026

🇺🇸 🙏 This , we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for our country.

Their sacrifice secured the freedoms we enjoy today – and it will never be forgotten.

05/22/2026

Thank you Governor DeSantis and all members of the Florida Legislature!

Today, Governor DeSantis signed SB 984 (DiCeglie) relating to Firefighter Cancer Benefits into law. 🎉

This legislation ensures that firefighters battling terminal occupational cancer can spend their final days at home with their families without jeopardizing their family’s death benefit.

Beginning July 1, 2026, firefighters and their families will retain access to the cancer death benefit for one year after terminating employment.

Thank you to Senator Nick DiCeglie and Demi Busatta- State Representative for their leadership, and for all the members of the Legislature who supported this important clarification for Florida’s firefighters and their families. Thank you to Governor Ron DeSantis for signing this good bill into law.

This is an important step forward for firefighter families across Florida we were proud to champion. 🇺🇸🚒

05/18/2026

🚑 EMS Week 2026 🚑

This week, we proudly recognize the dedicated EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, and emergency medical professionals who answer the call every single day.

Whether it’s during someone’s worst emergency or a routine medical need, our EMS professionals provide compassionate care, calm under pressure, and lifesaving service to our community 24/7.

Thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and sacrifice. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and our community is stronger because of you.

Please join us in thanking all EMS personnel during EMS Week! 💙

05/11/2026

Thank you Congressman Patronis!!

As budget talks continue, Florida’s first responders must remain a top priority. Supporting the men and women who serve our communities is always worth it.

Read my op ed in the by clicking the link below👇

shorturl.at/RSfXm

05/11/2026

Thank you Chief!

For many firefighters, their tireless service has caused damage to their health, and they are no longer able to serve to the fullest capacity.

05/10/2026

💐 Happy .

To all the moms who are always on call for their families – thank you for everything you do.