Saanich Police Reach New Collective Agreement: What You Need to Know
The Saanich Police Department recently announced that it has reached a new collective agreement with its union, the Saanich Police Association. The agreement is set to take effect from January 1, 2022, and will last for four years. As a professional, I am here to provide you with all the essential details about the new collective agreement.
Salary Increases
Under the new agreement, the Saanich Police Department`s officers will receive a 1.5% salary increase starting from January 1, 2022. The increases will be in effect for the duration of the agreement, with yearly increments of 2% on January 1 of each year from 2023 to 2025.
Benefits and Working Conditions
The new agreement also includes changes to the officers` benefits and working conditions. Specifically, it provides for:
– Increased parental leave: Officers are now entitled to take up to 18 months of parental leave.
– Improved bereavement leave: Officers can now take up to five days of bereavement leave for the loss of a grandparent or an extended family member.
– Increased shift premiums: Officers who work evening and night shifts will receive a higher premium for those shifts, incentivizing more officers to work during those hours.
– Improved training: The police department will provide more training for officers to improve their skills.
Community Policing
The new agreement also emphasizes the importance of community policing. It states that officers should be encouraged to participate in community events and work to build relationships with the community to increase trust and support.
Public Trust and Accountability
The agreement also includes a provision that highlights the importance of public trust and accountability. It states that officers will be held to the highest standards of integrity, and they must be accountable for their actions. The police department will have a process to investigate and discipline officers who do not meet these standards.
In Conclusion
The new collective agreement between the Saanich Police Department and the Saanich Police Association is set to benefit both the officers and the community they serve. With increased salaries, better benefits and working conditions, and an emphasis on community policing and accountability, the Saanich Police Department is poised to continue providing excellent service to its community.
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