SUBJECT
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Approve the 2026-2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Polk County Board of County Commissioners and Polk County Professional Firefighters I.A.F.F., Local 3531, Rank-and-File and Battalion Chiefs Bargaining Units.
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DESCRIPTION
The 2026-2029 CBA results from successful bargaining sessions between Polk County and the IAFF Bargaining Units. Some of the highlights include:
1. Article 17 - Hours of Work and Overtime: On or before the first full pay period after October 1, 2027, the County will transition bargaining unit members from a 48-hour work week schedule to a 42-hour work week schedule (D Shift) regardless of vacancy levels. The 42-hour work week schedule will be 24 hours on followed by 72 hours off.
2. Article 18 - Rates of Pay: FY: 28/29, a provision for a Wage Reopener related to D-Shift Implementation and Future Funding review.
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the 2026-2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Polk County Board of County Commissioners and Polk County Professional Firefighters I.A.F.F., Local 3531, Rank-and-File and Battalion Chiefs Bargaining Units.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funding is available for all increases, as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement in the Fire Fund.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Breezi K. Hicks
Assistant County Attorney
863-534-6436