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After a city council meeting last month began with some fireworks over a new contract for Tampa Police Department Chief Lee Bercaw, council members on Thursday will discuss the contract again, with some updated information and documentation.
“His stability, honorable leadership, and accountability should continue for the good of our city,” Hillsborough State Attorney Suzy Lopez wrote.
Mayor Jane Castor supported a deal that would have allowed the chief to collect a $96,000 pension while making $241,000 a year.
The mayor wants Lee Bercaw to be able to collect his $96,000 annual pension while serving as chief until at least 2027.