The request is for City Council to approve the proposed labor agreement between the City of New Port Richey and the West Central Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA) for the period spanning from October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2021.

As you are aware, the City's negotiating team reached a tentative agreement with the West Central Florida Police Benevolent Association on October 1, 2018.  The collective bargaining agreement covers a three (3) year period of time and spans from October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2021. 

In accordance with Florida Statute Section 447, Labor Organizations Part II, Public employees at the conclusion of endorsing the tentative agreement both sides agreed to recommend to their respective voting bodies that the agreement be approved in accordance with the agreed upon changes.  The PBA held a vote on October 5, 2018 and voted in favor of ratifying the proposed collective bargaining agreement. 

Below is a summary of the financial impacts associated with the proposed collective bargaining agreement:

Wage Provisions:

• Establish a career ladder plan for Corporals and Sergeants at years one, three and five of credited service in rank

• Begin a shift differential premium payment for police officers working the midnight shift of .50 per hour

Pension Provisions:

• Allow members vested as of 11/07/17 to enter into DROP upon the completion of 20 years of credited service under the provisions of early retirement.

Miscellaneous:

• Institute a bi-annual physical examination program for all police officers