Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb Announces New 3-Year Contract with Firefighters Union

Cleveland firefighters to get 12% raise, 3% annual increases through 2028

CLEVELAND, Ohio - Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb said Tuesday that he’s agreed to give city firefighters a 12% raise, followed by 3% annual raises for the next three years.

Mayor announces 21% raise for Cleveland firefighters

CLEVELAND (WJW) -- From small homes to public housing complexes, Cleveland has endured a devastating summer of fires. The causes may differ, but the toll is the same: lives upended, homes destroyed and neighborhoods shaken. Is your water discolored? Here’s what’s causing it And for Mayor Justin Bibb, that toll hits close to home. “We know our men and women of the fire department put their lives on the line every day to serve our residents,…

Cleveland Firefighters Union, city announce new agreement

First-grade firefighters of the Cleveland Division of Fire will see a 21% pay increase.

Cleveland firefighters to get pay increase in new contract

The city of Cleveland and Association of Cleveland Fire Fighters approved a new contract in late July.

Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb announces new 3-year contract with firefighters union

Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb announced a 3-year contract with firefighters, boosting pay by 21% amid his RISE initiative to enhance public safety.

Cleveland firefighters get 12% raise and annual increases over 3 years

Mayor Bibb unveils firefighter contract with 12% raise in 2025, plus 3% annual hikes to boost recruitment and retention