North Side Fire Brigade
6240 W. Addison Street, Chicago Illinois 60634 773-545-3883
What is the North Side Fire Brigade?
The North Side Fire Brigade is a Social Club, made up of "Union Fire Fighters and Paramedics", The Fire Fighter and Paramedic's families, as well as their associates. For the past 27 years, The North Side Fire Brigade has engaged in a countless number of positive events. Events that were both recreation as well as beneficial to other good will charities. For instance, The North Side Fire Brigade support and continue to donate to The Widow and Orphan funds, The Knights of Columbus, The Fallen Firefighters Association, and The Salvation Army, along with a numerous amount of other charities. We pride ourselves as being a Club built from integrity and honor, as this was the cornerstone in which The North Side Fire Brigade created The "Brotherhood Society". Our Social events have been absolutely fabulous. The parties we have thrown for so many years, have been enjoyed by thousands. Our Annual Picnic is beyond spectacular our focus is family and friends. There is a great bond among the members of The North Side Fire Brigade, We welcome you to come out and visit our club, Get an idea, first hand of just who we are, and what we are all about. Then, from there you can then, draw your own conclusions, When you join The North Side Fire Brigade, you will find that it is more than just a club. You will find that We are a little more like a Family!
To Contact us by E-Mail, Just click on our address: Northsidebrigade@aol.com
North Side Fire Brigade Membership
The North Side Fire Brigade is asking, "Are you in good standing, with your yearly club dues, and / or the building fund"? As of January 1, 2007 Membership Dues are $30.00 a year. Please Contact The North Side Fire Brigade for your Membership Status
Thank You
Building Fund
The Building Fund is to maintain the proper upkeep and operation of the workings of the building. It is a one time cost of $100.00 per member. This can be paid in one lump sum, or in gradual installments. The North Side Fire Brigade has had many improvements over the past year. We built a new back bar, new side walk along the east side of the building. repaired many chairs, purchased a safe etc. If you haven't been in for a while, stop back in check out the improvements. Also, we would love to see you there.
North Side Fire Brigade Hall Rental
Our Hall is perfect for a family get together, or just a gathering of friends. To rent the hall you must be a member in good standing. What this means is that, the member renting the Hall, is paid in full in both his membership dues, as well as the building fund. The member who rents the hall must be present at all times while his or her event is in progress. As of the April 10, 2006 monthly meeting, Hall rental fee has been increased by $25.00 to a rate of $150.00 with a $50.00 clean up security deposit. Contact the North Side Fire Brigade at 773-545-3883 to reserve your party date Hall Rental Rules
To check for Rental openings please E- Mail us at : Northsidebrigade@aol.com
Where did the North Side Brigade evolve from?
The North Side Fire Brigade arose from the ashes of the Chicago Firefighter Strike of 1980. The Chicago Fire Department was then, and still is a "Brotherhood" it is a place where a helping hand is always near by. Our Job, on the Chicago Fire Department, is one where we watch out for one and other. Members could easily put their differences aside for the betterment of the Fire Department.
In 1980, the then candidate for Mayor, Jayne Byrne campaigned and begged for the endorsement from both the Chicago Police as well as the Chicago Firefighters Unions. In return She, Jayne Byrne promised to give both the Police and Firefighters Unions a labor contract.
Once Jayne Byrne was elected into office, She like most politicians, She refused to honor the campaigned promises she had made to both the Police and Fire Unions. After waiting and negotiating in good faith, the Chicago Fire Department's Local # 2, had no choice but to engage in a job action. The Firefighters were ready to walk out and strike, for what they were promised.
February 14, Valentines Day 1980 , This was the day when the courageous members of the Chicago Fire Department stood up and walked out. Led by The Chicago Firefighters Union. I.A.F.F., Local # 2. These men were without a paycheck for 23 days. They were forced to find an alternative income in witch to support their families. The Firefighters who walked out that day were fired by Jayne Byrne and the City of Chicago on numerous occasions. Although sometimes in freezing temperatures, these firefighters NEVER left the picket line. They kept warm by huddling around fifty five gallon drums (barrels) set afire. These burning barrels are what became the birth place of the "Brother Hood of the Barrel". These men walked out for what they believed. We the Chicago Firefighters today, have a contract because of the efforts of those firefighters back in 1980. The men who had the courage to stand up and walk out for what was right. Frank "MOON" Muscare, the then President of Chicago Firefighters Union, Local #2. was even sent to prison as a result of the Chicago Fire Fighters Strike of 1980.
The North Side Fire Brigade was built by these same men, The men who had the courage to risk everything they had for the betterment of everyone. Again, it is because of those Fire Fighters back in 1980, That we have a contract, and the benefits that we all enjoy today!
What is B.O.B.?
B.O.B. stands for "The Brotherhood of the Barrel". This B.O.B. has became kind of like a trademark of The Chicago Firefighters Strike of 1980. The Term B.O.B. was derived from the men that were on strike in the cold winter months of February and March 1980. To keep warm, they would gather around fifty-five gallon drums (barrels) set afire. Regardless of the cold, At no time, not for any reason during The Chicago Firefighters Strike of 1980, were the picket lines ever abandoned. Again, it is because of the effort and the courage those Firefighters had back in 1980, that we have a contract and the benefits we all enjoy today. You will often see B.O.B. posted on an add in the fire house, when B.O.B. is present on a poster or a flyer for a promotion, a retirement party or any other party for that matter. This means, this particular party only welcomes those who did not cross the Fire fighters picket line of 1980. Any person who worked at the fire house during the strike of 1980 is not welcome to a B.O.B. Party.
When The North Side Fire Brigade first came in to existence after The Chicago Fire Department Strike of 1980, The first motion that was brought up for discussion, was that any member who worked as a Firefighter for the City of Chicago during the strike of 1980 would not be allowed to join The North Side Fire Brigade or be a welcome member of the North Side Fire Brigade. Unfortunately over the years this has caused great disharmony both on and off of The Chicago Fire Department for the past Twenty-Six years. The decisions you made today will always effect your future.
To Contact us by E-Mail, Just click on our address: Northsidebrigade@aol.com
