The Brief
- The Milwaukee Common Council approved a new four-year contract with the Milwaukee Police Association.
- The deal includes 14.25% in raises for officers, plus $25 million in back pay for 2023-2025.
- The pay hikes aim to boost recruitment and retention, but will necessitate more shared revenue from the state to cover costs.
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee police officers will get their first pay raise in years. The union says they need it to recruit more officers and keep the city safe. But what does it mean for your tax dollars?
Police contract approved
By the numbers:
The last contract with the Milwaukee Police Association (MPA) ran out in 2022. Three years later, the Milwaukee Common Council approved a new one on Tuesday, Nov. 25.
The new contract will give officers back pay for the years 2023, 2024 and 2025. The city estimates that will be roughly $25 million. …