New York: New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced a new $4 billion, five-year temporary contract for uniformed unions, saying that every possible step will be taken to increase the efficiency of those who keep the city safe and clean.
Announcing the five-year temporary agreement, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said, “The City is fortunate that this agreement reflects our common good and recognition of their continued support of dedicated public servants.”
“We thank each union for working in the best interests and by extension the continued partnership in this city,” said Eric Adams.
The contract reached with the Uniformed Officers Coalition represents 11 unions, including four police groups – Detectives Benevolent Association, Sergeants Benevolent Association, Lieutenants Benevolent Association and Captains Benevolent Association – while contract includes up to 4 percent wage increments during the term.
During the press conference, Mayor Eric Adams said that not only are we supporting the people who work to keep our city safe and clean, but we also provide them with the resources they need to protect themselves and their families. Needed to support families, the current contract is better for workers and fairer for city taxpayers.
Adams said 75 percent of the city’s municipal workforce, including fire, sanitation and corrections groups, is covered by the contract. The agreement includes 3.25 percent increase in the general wage for the first two years, 3.5 percent in the third and fourth years, and 4 percent in the fifth year, while the agreement also includes a 21 percent economic benefit to address problems during the recruitment process.
