City of Apopka and Fire Union Reach Tentative Three-Year Agreement

The City of Apopka and its local fire union reached a tentative three-year agreement, promising stability for the city's fire department personnel. This agreement, finalized recently, sets the stage for a new contract that will impact both fire personnel and the city's budget.

This proposed contract outlines financial terms and benefits for Apopka's firefighters. Details of these terms will become public as the agreement moves through the ratification process. The city anticipates the agreement will provide a clear framework for fire department operations over the next three years.

Apopka Police Chief Lovetta Quinn-Henry stood beside a ceremonial bell as Fire Chief Wil Rivera-Sanchez spoke during a city event in September. Their presence highlighted the collaborative spirit within Apopka's public safety departments, even as negotiations for the fire union's contract concluded.

The next steps involve ratification by both the union members and the Apopka City Council. Union members will vote on the proposed contract, followed by a review and vote by the city council. Successful ratification will lead to the implementation of the new three-year agreement, securing terms for the fire department through late 2029.