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Police Collective Bargaining Agreement

Summary

The city confirmed a new police chief and approved a three-year labor contract with the police union, shaping public safety priorities and officer pay.

At a glance

Total mentions
23
Last 30 days
2

Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 1, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Involves multi-year police department expenditures and compensation structures.

✅Who benefits

City residents and police personnel benefit from stable leadership and defined labor terms.

⚠️Who could be affected

Officers facing suspension.

Mentions & discussions (28)

MeetingOct 1, 2026

City Council A Session - Oct 1, 2026

The city confirmed a new police chief and approved a three-year labor contract with the police union, shaping public safety priorities and officer pay.

thetexan.newsSep 17, 2026

San Antonio Inks New $100 Million Police Union Contract as City Council Tackles Deficit

San Antonio Inks New $100 Million Police Union Contract as City Council Tackles Deficit thetexan.news

MeetingSep 10, 2026

City Council A Session - Sep 10, 2026

Council approved a new three-year labor contract with the police union providing wage increases and operational changes.

kens5.comJul 18, 2026

SAPD officers set to receive 16.5% pay raise over next three years after union, city agree on proposed contract

SAPD officers set to receive 16.5% pay raise over next three years after union, city agree on proposed contract kens5.com

KENS 5Jul 18, 2026

SAPD officers set to receive 16.5% pay raise over next three years after union, city agree on proposed contract

The tentative contract, which would kick into effect on Oct. 1, 2026, must still be ratified by the San Antonio police union and approved by City Council.

WOAIJul 17, 2026

San Antonio announces tentative 3-year police labor deal Friday after six months of talks

San Antonio announces tentative 3-year police labor deal Friday after six months of talks WOAI

San Antonio Express-NewsJul 17, 2026

San Antonio, police union reach $102.2 million tentative contract with 16.5% pay raise

San Antonio, police union reach $102.2 million tentative contract with 16.5% pay raise San Antonio Express-News

San Antonio ReportJul 17, 2026

San Antonio, police union reach tentative agreement on new contract after months of negotiations

San Antonio, police union reach tentative agreement on new contract after months of negotiations San Antonio Report

City of San Antonio (.gov)Jul 17, 2026

City & Police Officers Association Reach Tentative Contract Agreement

City & Police Officers Association Reach Tentative Contract Agreement City of San Antonio (.gov)

KSATJul 17, 2026

City of San Antonio announces tentative contract agreement with police union

City of San Antonio announces tentative contract agreement with police union KSAT

San Antonio CurrentJul 17, 2026

City of San Antonio says it’s inked a tentative deal with police union

City of San Antonio says it’s inked a tentative deal with police union San Antonio Current

MeetingJul 16, 2026discussed

Collective Bargaining Negotiation Session - Police - Jul 16, 2026

The city and the police union are starting talks for a new contract. This will set the rules for officer pay, benefits, and working conditions, which are major parts of the city's budget.

KSATJul 10, 2026

Pay still an issue as City of San Antonio, police union inch closer to new contract

Pay still an issue as City of San Antonio, police union inch closer to new contract KSAT

MeetingJul 9, 2026

Collective Bargaining Negotiation Session - Police - Jul 9, 2026

The city and the police union are starting talks for a new contract. This will decide pay, benefits, and working conditions for officers, which affects both the city budget and how police services are delivered.

KENS 5Jul 1, 2026

Will San Antonio's expected budget deficit impact SAPD's next pay raises?

Wage increase and health benefit terms remain unresolved after six months of negotiations, with both sides set to meet again July 9.

KENS 5May 11, 2026

Police union prepares to elect new vice president as contract talks stall

The leadership transition comes as negotiations with the city remain paused.

MeetingApr 30, 2026approved

City Council A Session - Apr 30, 2026

The council is seeking grant funding to support the Regional Auto Crimes Taskforce and advanced police training for active shooter response. These initiatives aim to enhance public safety and law enforcement capabilities.

MeetingApr 10, 2026

Collective Bargaining Negotiation Session - Police - Apr 10, 2026

The city and the police union are starting negotiations for the next contract. This will cover pay, benefits, and working conditions for officers, impacting public safety and the city's budget.

KSATApr 10, 2026

San Antonio police union pauses contract talks after ‘slap in the face’ pay offer from city

San Antonio police union pauses contract talks after ‘slap in the face’ pay offer from city KSAT

San Antonio ReportApr 10, 2026

San Antonio police union pauses contract talks after city’s latest pay offer

San Antonio police union pauses contract talks after city’s latest pay offer San Antonio Report

MeetingApr 2, 2026

City Manager Delegation - Apr 2, 2026

The city is upgrading respirator masks and filters for the police department. This ensures officers have the necessary protection for high-risk situations, enhancing their safety and operational readiness.

MeetingMar 26, 2026

Collective Bargaining Negotiation Session - Police - Mar 26, 2026

The city and the police union are negotiating the terms of the next contract for police officers. This agreement will cover important aspects like pay, benefits, and working conditions, directly affecting the police force and public safety.

MeetingMar 17, 2026

Arbitration Hearing - Mar 17, 2026

This hearing is about whether Police Officer Miguel Montalvo's indefinite suspension was justified. It's a formal process to review disciplinary actions against officers, following specific legal procedures and union agreements.

MeetingFeb 20, 2026

Collective Bargaining Negotiation Session - Police - Feb 20, 2026

The city and the police union are starting talks on the next contract for officers. This will cover pay, benefits, and working conditions, which directly impacts public safety and the city's budget.

MeetingFeb 16, 2026discussed

Arbitration Hearing - Feb 16, 2026

An arbitration hearing was held to review the indefinite suspension of Police Officer Jeremias Duque, Jr. This process determines the final outcome of the disciplinary action against the officer.

MeetingJan 30, 2026

Collective Bargaining Negotiation Session - Police - Jan 30, 2026

The city and the police union are starting talks for the next contract. This will cover pay, benefits, and working conditions for officers, impacting public safety and the city budget.

MeetingJan 30, 2026discussed

Fire Fighters’ and Police Officers’ Civil Service Commission Meeting - Jan 30, 2026

The commission reviewed disciplinary suspensions for police and fire officers, including agreed-upon penalties and indefinite suspensions that are under appeal. This process upholds departmental conduct standards.

MeetingJan 26, 2026

CANCELLED - Fire Fighters’ and Police Officers’ Civil Service Commission Meeting - Jan 26, 2026

The commission was to review disciplinary suspensions for several police officers, including some indefinite suspensions that are being appealed. This impacts accountability within the police department.

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