The deal between the Boston Police Patrolmen s Association and the city came together during a "flurry of meetings over the last few days" and included Mayor Michelle Wu s direct.
Wu made police reform a primary focus of her 2021 campaign for mayor. She promised not to sign any new contract that did not include "significant" reforms to the disciplinary process and overtime pay.
Health advocates and some community leaders said the use of public funds for private security is unfortunate but needed for public safety. Boston police have concerns.
Virginia Beach firefighter Max Gonano was coming off a 24-hour shift on Father’s Day when he was told he’d have to work another 12 hours to cover for a staffing shortfall.