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Philadelphia and AFSCME DC47 Reach Tentative Three-Year Contract

The pact goes to members this week ahead of separate talks with police, fire, prison unions.

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Overview

  • The agreement provides a 2.5% pay raise and a $1,250 one-time bonus in year one followed by 3% raises in years two and three.
  • It adds a 1% fifth-step increase starting in 2027 and a longevity scale granting 1.5% after five years up to 3% after 30 years.
  • Healthcare coverage improves with the city covering 92% of health and welfare fund claims and offering Medicare Part B reimbursement for retirees.
  • A new oversight committee will review citywide discipline, including police and prison staff, and expand union input on staffing decisions.
  • Costing $92 million over five years, the deal now heads to DC47 for ratification this week before talks with public safety unions begin.