Statement from Alderman Peter Burgelis on MPA contract

I appreciate the Milwaukee Police Association and the City of Milwaukee for reaching a tentative agreement that restores labor peace and stability for our officers and residents alike.

Milwaukee officers perform a critical service under increasingly challenging conditions, and fair compensation, job stability, and respect for their professionalism are key to ensuring our city remains safe and strong. This new contract represents progress for officers and also for taxpayers by avoiding further costly arbitration and providing clarity for our city’s future workforce planning. We have a lot of officers to hire and this makes Milwaukee an even more competitive place for good officers to protect and serve.

I want to thank Mayor Johnson, our City Labor Negotiator, and MPA leadership who worked diligently to bring this important and serious matter to resolution. Our shared goal must continue to be a safe, fair, and forward-looking Milwaukee where public safety employees and residents alike can thrive together.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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