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A Long Beach lifeguard shovels sand into a bag at the 72nd Place Lifeguard Station in Long Beach while a Marine Bureau worker holds the bag to protect homes from flooding on Jan. 14, 2023. (Richard H. Grant | Signal Tribune)<\/p>\n
Lifeguard Agreement<\/p>\n
The LGA\u2019s tentative agreement, ratified by members on Oct. 30, addresses wages and strengthens workforce recruitment and retention efforts. It includes the following terms:<\/p>\n
Three-year contract from Oct. 1, 2025 to Sept. 30, 2028.<\/p>\n
General salary increases of 2% in the first year, 2% in the second year and 3% in the third year.<\/p>\n
Salary adjustments for the classifications of Marine Safety Battalion Chief, Marine Safety Officer and Marine Safety Rescue Boat Captain.<\/p>\n
New education pay for lifeguard non-careers.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are pleased to have reached an agreement with the City that supports our lifeguards and ensures our ability to continue providing vital water safety services for the residents and visitors of Long Beach,\u201d said LGA President Devon Beebe in a public statement.<\/p>\n
Beginning in June, representatives from the City and LGA held six negotiation meetings before agreeing to terms. The total estimated cost for the LGA\u2019s three-year agreement is $1.62 million.<\/p>\n
\u201cLong Beach is home to over six miles of beautiful public beaches and waterways, and our lifeguards are vital to keeping them safe,\u201d said Mayor Rex Richardson in a public statement. \u201cThis agreement commits to our lifeguards\u2019 futures and ensures they are supported so they can continue to protect our community and make our beaches a welcoming place for residents and visitors alike.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Firefighters from the LA County Fire Department gather together shortly after putting out a U-Haul truck fire near Costco in Signal Hill on July 16, 2021. (Kristen Farrah Naeem | Signal Tribune)<\/p>\n
Firefighter\u2019s Agreement<\/p>\n
The FFA\u2019s tentative agreement, ratified by members on Oct. 25, ensures greater compensation and bolsters the Fire Department\u2019s resources. It includes the following terms:<\/p>\n
Three-year contract from Oct. 1, 2025 to Sept. 30, 2028.<\/p>\n
General salary increases of 2% in the first year, 3% in the second year and 4% in the third year.<\/p>\n
Addition of one full-time paramedic rescue.<\/p>\n
Increase to eligible employees for Firefighter II skill pay.<\/p>\n
FFA active members will make mandatory contributions to their Retired Health Savings Account beginning Oct. 3, 2026.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis agreement marks a new era of partnership between the City and our members, built on accountability, collaboration and a shared commitment to public safety,\u201d said Lamont Nguyen, FFA President in a public statement. \u201cIt secures the staffing, equipment and resources our firefighters need to protect a growing Long Beach while ensuring the City continues to invest in its people. Together, we\u2019ve set a new standard that moves beyond \u2018doing more with less\u2019 toward a stronger, safer and more resilient community.\u201d<\/p>\n
City and FFA representatives met seven times, starting in May, before settling on this agreement. The total estimated cost for the FFA\u2019s three-year agreement is $18.8 million for the General Fund Group and $19 million for All Funds.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis agreement reflects a balanced and forward-thinking approach that recognizes the critical and evolving role of our sworn Fire Department personnel,\u201d said City Manager Tom Modica in a public statement. \u201cBy 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.\u201d<\/p>\n
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