Members of career staff from Carroll County fire companies voted to form a union Monday, June 11.
The organization, called Carroll County Professional Fire Fighters and Paramedics (CCPFFP), currently has between 30 and 40 members and is in the process of seeking recognition from the Professional Fire Fighters of Maryland branch of the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF).
The main thing is to give a voice to career staff to advocate for themselves, and “a seat at the table” said Max Nickey, president of the newly organized union.
The move happens in the context of a move toward a more centralized county fire service.