Meet and Confer 4-6-26

The City of San Angelo held a meet and confer session on April 6, 2026, primarily focused on labor negotiations with the police association. Key procurement-related discussions centered on the proposed 2027 contract for sworn police officers, including a request for a three-year contract with salary increases to align with market rates, adjustments to the daily training rate, a nighttime differential pay, and sick time buyback enhancements. The police team presented a detailed pay study highlighting current salary disparities and benchmark comparisons, estimating a cost of approximately $2.3 million to bring salaries to market average. The city side requested clarifications on lateral transfers and eligibility for bonuses, as well as the potential addition of physical fitness requirements with associated compensation. Scheduling for future subcommittee and bargaining meetings was discussed, aiming for tentative agreements by July to align with the city budget approval timeline. No formal votes on contract terms were taken, but a motion to accept ground rules was passed unanimously.