The city of Long Beach has reached a tentative three-year labor contract with the Long Beach Firefighters Association, providing salary increases and expanding paramedic services, it was announced Monday.
The deal addresses compensation for employees and adds resources that will increase rescue availability and improve response time, according to Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson.
“As Long Beach grows, our public safety systems must grow with it,” Richardson said in a statement.
“This agreement isn’t just about a contract — it’s a commitment to our values and to the well-being of our community. By expanding paramedic services and investing in the pay, training and readiness of our firefighters, we are ensuring that when our residents call for help, we are there. This is how we build a safer, stronger and more resilient Long Beach — together.”
The tentative agreement running from Oct. 1, 2025 to Sept. 30, 2028 provides general salary increases of 2% in the first year, 3% in the second year and 4% in the third year; adds one full-time Paramedic Rescue; and provides increases to eligible employees for advanced firefighter skill pay. In addition, FFA active members will make mandatory contributions to their Retired Health Savings Account beginning Oct. 3, 2026, the city said.
“This agreement reflects a balanced and forward-thinking approach that recognizes the critical and evolving role of our sworn Fire Department personnel,” City Manager Tom Modica said. “By investing in the people who serve, we also invest in the safety, resilience and quality of life of everyone in Long Beach. I want to thank the FFA for their close partnership in reaching this agreement.”
Members of the FFA voted to ratify the agreement on Oct. 25. The agreement will go before the Long Beach City Council for consideration and public discussion on Nov. 11. The FFA represents 411 sworn employees.