Firefighters Union Statement

LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 8, 2007 – The United Firefighters of Los Angeles City (UFLAC) Local 112 chooses not to comment specifically about the law suit and subsequent $3.75 million dollar jury award to Captain Frank Lima.

Steve Tufts, president of the firefighters union, said, “My hope is that this jury decision will initiate even more positive changes in the way our members are treated by those charged with leading them. UFLAC is committed to protecting the dignity and respect of the 3500 members we represent who dedicate themselves to protecting L.A. Captain Lima is a sitting Director and valued member of the UFLAC Executive Board. A family oriented man who loves doing his job and will continue to work hard for the City, I know that Frank must be relieved that this is over.”

UFLAC is the labor representation organization of the proud men and women that serve as Firefighters and emergency medical personnel protecting the City of Los Angeles. The more than 3,500 members of the Los Angeles Fire Department rely on UFLAC to focus on the wellbeing of those that protect the lives of others. UFLAC takes great pride in providing leadership and influence on issues that involve public safety and worker welfare.