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Coon Rapids approves 2026–27 police labor agreement; 2026 cost up about $746,000
Summary
The Coon Rapids City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 26-28 on Jan. 20 to execute a 2026–27 labor agreement with the police officers union; City Manager Matt Stemwedel said the deal increases city costs by about $746,000 in 2026, with slightly higher costs in 2027.
The Coon Rapids City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 26-28 on Jan. 20, approving a 2026–2027 labor agreement between the city and the police officers union and authorizing the mayor and city manager to execute the contract.
City Manager Matt Stemwedel told the council the agreement will increase the city’s labor costs by about $746,000 in 2026, with slightly larger increases anticipated in 2027. Councilmembers framed the deal as a cost to remain competitive with other law-enforcement agencies and to retain quality officers; Councilmember Greskowiak said the agreement includes a cost-of-living adjustment and thanked law enforcement for their service.
The resolution was moved by Councilmember Sean Novack and seconded by Councilmember Brian Armstrong. The motion passed unanimously.
Why it matters: the contract commits the city to higher personnel costs in the near term and will affect the 2026 operating budget. Council discussion emphasized recruitment and retention as reasons for the increase.
What’s next: staff will implement the terms of the agreement; no amendment or follow-up motion was made during the meeting.
