Oklahoma Record
Tulsa
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FY 2026 union compensation costs and FY 2027 negotiations

Summary

Signed police, fire and non-sworn contracts cost $3.7 million this year and more next year — but FY 2027 agreements are still being negotiated, so the budget number could shift, possibly by millions.

At a glance

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Last discussed May 13, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Millions in raise costs hit the general fund, and final FY 2027 numbers won't be known until negotiations conclude.

✅Who benefits

Sworn police, fire, and non-sworn city employees receive raises and expanded pay charts.

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