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Clay County approves three‑year firefighter contracts as chiefs and union praise deal
Summary
The board unanimously approved two collective bargaining agreements covering Clay County Fire Rescue units through FY2024–2027; union and county leaders called the agreements a milestone for recruitment and retention.
Clay County commissioners on Oct. 8 approved two collective bargaining agreements between the county and Clay County Fire Rescue Professionals (IAFF locals) covering fiscal years 2024–2027.
County negotiators described a multi‑month bargaining process that concluded with tentative agreements in September. Local union leaders, joined by chiefs and bargaining‑team members, thanked the board and negotiators; a union representative said the agreement would be "life changing" for members and help retain firefighters.
Commissioners praised public‑safety personnel and management for reaching terms ahead of contract expirations. The motions to approve the principal collective bargaining agreement and a second unit agreement were moved, seconded and adopted by voice vote; the clerk recorded the approvals as aye and the chair declared the measures passed.
What happens next: The agreements will be implemented by county payroll and human resources staff and union representatives; details on retroactive pay or implementation schedules were discussed by staff and chiefs during the presentation.
