Johnston Firefighters Local 1950

Johnston Firefighters Local 1950 The Johnston Association of Fire Fighters, Local 1950 is a labor union that represents the professional fire fighters of the town of Johnston, Rhode Island

The Johnston Association of Fire Fighters, Local 1950 is a labor union that represents the professional fire fighters of the town of Johnston, Rhode Island. Organized March 16th 1970, the primary objectives of this organization are monitoring and improving public safety and fire fighter safety and maintaining a cooperative labor management relationship with the Town of Johnston's administrators an

d elected officials. As a labor organization, our primary responsibility is to our membership. Securing a competitive compensation package for all members, ensuring, negotiating and protecting acceptable conditions of employment and protecting the health, safety and wellness of each member are our highest priorities. As a public safety union, we carry greater responsibilities in the community than traditional labor unions. Local 1950 is an advocate for the health, safety and property of the citizens of Johnston. The state of public safety can only be improved if local government makes it a priority. Local 1950 is also active in the community and the political arena. The membership of Local 1950 participates in both civic and political events that concern public safety, fire prevention and awareness and fire fighter safety and education. By working in conjunction with our community and fire department command staff, our members proactively seek on a federal, state and local level, changes that will improve the lives of the citizens we serve and the working conditions of those whose duty it is to serve them. Our current membership consists of 89 proud and dedicated fire fighters who are ready, willing and able to protect the lives and property the citizens of Johnston each and every day. The Johnston Association of Fire Fighters Local 1950 is affiliated with the Rhode Island State Association of Fire Fighters, the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and the AFL-CIO.

Funeral Arrangements for Retired Deputy Chief and Founding Local 1950 President Clayton Quick:
03/31/2026

Funeral Arrangements for Retired Deputy Chief and Founding Local 1950 President Clayton Quick:

View Clayton H Quick's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

With deep sorrow, Johnston Fighters, Local 1950 announce the passing of Retired Deputy Chief Clayton Quick, Local 1950's...
03/28/2026

With deep sorrow, Johnston Fighters, Local 1950 announce the passing of Retired Deputy Chief Clayton Quick, Local 1950's first President, a Great Man, who along with 7 other Charter Members, were instrumental in forming this Local 56 years ago this month. We will be forever grateful for the hard work Clayton did back in 1970 to form the foundation of what this Local is today. Please keep the Quick family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We will post the information on arrangements when it becomes available.

Solid work Local 1950!
02/28/2026

Solid work Local 1950!

Local 1950 at the Rhode Island State Association Of Firefighters convention celebrating 75 years. Union Strong! Internat...
01/23/2026

Local 1950 at the Rhode Island State Association Of Firefighters convention celebrating 75 years. Union Strong! International Association of Fire Fighters

12/26/2025

A car appeared to have crashed into a gas pump in Johnston Friday afternoon.

12/24/2025
12/14/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Brown University Community and the City of Providence during this extremely difficult time.

12/12/2025

Firefighters responded to a fire at a law office in Johnston on Friday morning.

A sincere and heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in this amazing event!
12/04/2025

A sincere and heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in this amazing event!

It was a packed house last Tuesday as the town turned out to drop off toy donations for Toys for Tots and got into the holiday spirit.

Excellent Work!
11/28/2025

Excellent Work!

Johnston Firefighter Cherra Wheeler considers herself lucky. She is grateful for her family, her friends and a job she loves. It is that sense of gratitude, she said, that prompted her to start …

Thank you to everyone who came out!
11/26/2025

Thank you to everyone who came out!

Had a great time attending the toy drive at The Chicken Coop in Johnston, hosted by the Johnston Association of Firefighters Local 1950 and the Johnston Brotherhood of Police Officers Local 307. 🎁🚒👮‍♂️ Thanks for supporting our community!
Deborah Fellela

Thank you Veterans for your service.
11/11/2025

Thank you Veterans for your service.

Address

1520 Atwood Avenue
Johnston, RI
02919

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(401) 751-3510

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