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Meriden tentatively approves three years of 3% raises in Local 595 deal, adjusts benefits

Meriden City Council (Joint Finance & Personnel Committees) · March 9, 2026
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Summary

The personnel committee reviewed and approved a tentative agreement with Local 595 (MME) that includes three 3% wage increases (retroactive to July 1, 2025), higher employer 401(a)-style contributions (from 5/6% to 6/7% after 10 years) and changes to leave and holiday language; the committee endorsed the agreement and will proceed to finance for budget impacts.

The personnel committee voted to accept a tentative agreement between the city and Local 595 (MME) that city staff said resolves a long‑standing set of open contracts.

City Manager Brian Daniels summarized the negotiation context and said the agreement closes one of several outstanding contracts. Finance Director Kevin McApollo walked through the contract terms, saying, “The wages include a 3% increase, retroactive back to 07/01/2025, 3% increase, 07/01/2026, and a 3%…

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