Require firefighters and police to pay 1% more toward their pensions
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Resolution Ordinance No. 5-14 N. S.
In Plain English
The city's contract with CalPERS currently covers the full pension cost for veteran firefighters and police officers. This change shifts 1% of pension costs to employees in the fire department, police officers association, and Local 188 union. If approved, affected workers pay about $500-800 more per year depending on salary.
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The Story So Far
9 prior discussions on this topic
Meet privately with union negotiators to discuss employee contracts
Approve new 3-year contract with firefighters union covering wages and benefits
Meet privately with union representatives to discuss employee contracts
Approve hiring temporary fire department supervisors and add other city positions
Receive presentation on Rent Board staffing levels and recruitment
Receive 4 February financial reports on investments, overtime costs, property taxes, and retirement benefits
Hold closed-session meeting to discuss contract negotiations with 6 employee unions
Receive monthly financial reports for January 2026
Receive monthly financial reports for December 2025