Signed and Sealed 2021 | #42

Local Association Name: Wyandotte Dispatchers Association
Duration: January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2024

Wage Increases

  • 2022: +3%
  • 2023: +3%
  • 2024: Wage Reopener

Other Important Issues

  • Increase pay for the lead dispatcher.
  • Part-time employees language going to full-time.

The bargaining team consisted of President Beth Rinna Kusiak who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Thomas K. Funke.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #41

Local Association Name: Chelsea Police Officers Association
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2024

Wage Increases

The New Hire pay rate increased by 11%.

  • 2021: +3%
  • 2022: +2%
    • +1% Employer-paid increase to the employee retirement account
  • 2023: +3%

Signing Cash Bonus: $750

Other Important Issues

  • Delete dispatcher wage scale; pay dispatcher from higher-paid clerks wage scale.
  • Increase uniform allowance:
    • Dispatcher: $350 to $500
    • Patrol Officer: $900 to $1,300
  • Define States of Emergency pay, a biweekly stipend of $450 for an emergency over 4 days.
  • Increase life insurance pay out from $45,000 to $100,000.
  • Revision of PTO table to match other city unions.

The bargaining team consisted of Sgt. Brian Schneider and Officer Steve Platt who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Harry Valentine.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #40

Local Association Name: Eastern Michigan University Command Officers Association
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2024
Arbitrator’s Name: Richard Ziegler

Wage Increases

The New Hire pay rate increased by 11%.

  • 2021: +2%
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • 50% payout of unused sick time for retirement or separation of employment.
  • $200 stipend for special unit compensation.
  • Add Detective Sgt. and Active Shooter instructor to the list of special units.
  • Add university closure policy into the contract.
  • Employees may use sick, vacation or compensatory hours to supplement time for short-term disability.
  • Increase the cost of employer health insurance.

The bargaining team consisted of Dave Shefferly and Shana Thompson who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Harry Valentine.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #39

Local Association Name: Wayne County Deputy Sheriff’s Association
Duration: October 1, 2020, to September 30, 2023
Arbitrator’s Name: Charles Ammeson

Wage Increases

The New Hire pay rate increased by 11%.

  • 2020: +2.5%
  • 2021: +5%
  • 2022: +5%

Signing Bonus: $1,500 retention stipend, effective Date of Award

Other Important Issues

  • The County proposed drastic changes in call out for overtime, gun carriers, and the Start of the Work Week which would have severely impacted the working conditions of the members. The Union prevailed on all 3 of the issues.
  • Status quo on pension contributions, health insurance contributions and double-time payments, as well as shift transfer.
  • Increase the number of officers sent to the Police Academy.

The bargaining team consisted of President Reginald Crawford, 1st Vice President Robin Hornbuckle, 2nd Vice President Allen Cox, and Secretary-Treasurer Harvey Young who were assisted by POAM Advocate Kevin Loftis, Research Analyst Al Brzys, and Business Agent Dave LaMontaine.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #38

Local Association Name: Grand Blanc POA
Duration: June 1, 2020, to May 31, 2022
Arbitrator’s Name: Thomas Brookover

Wage Increases

  • 2020: +2%
    • Signing Bonus: $500
  • 2021: +2.5%

The bargaining team consisted of John Graver who was assisted by POAM Advocate Kevin Loftis, Research Analyst Al Brzys, and Business Agent Wayne Beerbower.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #37

Local Association Name: Grosse Pointe Shores Public Safety Officers Association
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2025

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +1.5%
    • Signing Bonus: $1,300
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2.5%
  • 2024: +2.5%

Other Important Issues

  • Graduated furlough days accumulation for new hires.
  • Cost of Living Bonus now combined with Longevity Pay.
  • 10-week work schedule.
  • Field Training Officers will receive one hour of time and one-half pay for each shift they are assigned a Probationary Officer.

The bargaining team consisted of Jason Rengert, Ryan Wilson, Pat Riney, and Jeff Roybal who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kevin Loftis.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #36

Local Association Name: Romeo Communications Personnel
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2026

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +2%
    • Signing Bonus: $1,000
  • 2022: +2%
    • Signing Bonus: $1,000
  • 2023: +2.5%
  • 2024: +2.5%
  • 2025: +2.5%

Other Important Issues

  • Switch to Priority Health POA 2300 from Blue Cross.

The bargaining team consisted of Nicole Ruggero who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Kevin Loftis.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #35

Local Association Name: Romeo POA
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2026

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +2%
    • Signing Bonus: $1,000
  • 2022: +2%
    • Signing Bonus: $1,000
  • 2023: +2.5%
  • 2024: +2.5%
  • 2025: +2.5%

Other Important Issues

  • Switch to Priority Health POA 2300 from Blue Cross.

The bargaining team consisted of Mike Nicosia and Patrick Bauer who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kevin Loftis.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #34

Local Association Name: Coldwater POA
Duration: July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2024
Arbitrator’s Name: George Roumell, Jr.

Wage Increases

  • 2020: +3%
  • 2021: +3%
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • Employer Contribution to the Defined Contribution Pension increased 4% from 10% to 14%.

The bargaining team consisted of Bryan Regan who was assisted by POAM Advocate Kevin Loftis, Research Analyst Al Brzys, and Business Agent Dave LaMontaine.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #33

Local Association Name: Roseville Clerical Alliance
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2025

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +2%
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2%
  • 2024: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • Language updated and obsolete language removed.
  • MLK holiday added.
  • Probation changed to 6 months with possible 6-month extensions.
  • Medical, Rx, dental, and optical opt-out of insurance increased from $400 to $2,800.
  • Drop option extended from 2 years to 7 years and employee contribution to retirement system reduced 1% to 9%, 8% if 85% funded.
  • Employees hired after July 1, 2021, may retain an additional 32 hours at the end of each calendar year.
  • Grievance email and electronic correspondence added.

The bargaining team consisted of President Teresa Griffith-Guzman, Vice President/Treasurer Jackie Crimboli, Secretary Gina Aiuto, and Member at Large Annette Kowalewski who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Tom Scherer.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #32

Local Association Name: Troy Communications Supervisors Association
Duration: July 1, 2021, to July 1, 2025

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +3%
  • 2022: +2.5%
  • 2023: +2.5%
  • 2024: +2.5%
  • 2025: +2%

Signing Bonus: $500

Other Important Issues

  • Language improvements for the communication manager position regarding association’s business, work schedule, sick leave, workers’ comp.
  • The clothing and cleaning allowance increased to $450.
  • DC plan employers hired after July 2013.
    • Employer contribution increased from 8% to 10%.
  • Shift bonus increased to AFT – $0.60/hour mids $0.70/hour.

The bargaining team consisted of President Jason Strasz, Vice President Sam Kalef, and Secretary/Treasurer Shawn Flint who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Jim McMahon.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #31

Local Association Name: 38th District Court
Duration: 2021 – 2022

Wage Increases

  • 2021: $1,950 (COVID-19 hazard pay)
  • 2022: +3% wage increase

Other Important Issues

  • Vacation increased for 2-4 years – employees by 5 days.
  • Health insurance opt-out increased to $100/month.

The bargaining team consisted of President Christy Barney who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Jim McMahon.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #30

Local Association Name: Lapeer County Dispatchers
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +2%
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • Primary medical coverage unchanged, however, supplemental accident and injury plan discontinuation.

The bargaining team consisted of President Susan Miracle who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Tom Scherer.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #29

Local Association Name: Memphis Police Officers Association
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2025

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +$0.50
  • 2022: +$0.50
  • 2023: +$0.50
  • 2024: +$0.50

Other Important Issues

  • Full-time officer benefits added.
  • Uniform allowance of $500 added for full-time and part-time officers who complete a minimum of 100 hours of employment the previous fiscal year.
  • Recognition and dues/fees deduction updated.
  • Grievance procedure time limits extended and use of email and electronic correspondence added.

The bargaining team consisted of President Stefan Karpuk who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Tom Scherer.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #28

Local Association Name: Milan Police Officers Association
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2024 (3 years)

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +5%
  • 2022: +5%
  • 2023: +4%

Other Important Issues

  • Experience bonus for detective position:
    • End of 2 years: $1,000.
    • End of 3 years: $2,000.
    • End of 4 years: $3,000.
  • Increase field training and communications training.
    • Officer pay of 2 hours overtime for each shift on which training is done.
  • Increase uniform cleaning allowance to $500 per year.
  • Emergency language is $20 per shift for meals.
  • Any emergency over 30 days receives a $1,000 stipend.
  • 4 year vesting for MERS DC plan.
  • Define progressive discipline steps.
  • Part-time employees receive a life insurance plan.
  • Chief may start new experienced employees at higher wage step.
  • 2 weeks of paid paternity leave.
  • Limited duty up to 120 days for injured employees, if work is available.

The bargaining team consisted of Tory Terrill and Karen Carpenter who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Harry Valentine.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #27

Local Association Name: Croswell Police Officers Association
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2025

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +2%
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2%
  • 2024: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • MCOLES certification to be rolled into base salary.
  • Dues authorization updated.
  • Verbal steps added to the grievance procedure and time limits increased.
  • Part-time officer language added.
  • Shift premiums increased (+$0.10) afternoons and (+$0.15) midnights.
  • 2nd vacation step at the start of the 6th year. Reduced from the 8th year, sick and vacation benefits upon separation capped at 30 days.

The bargaining team consisted of President Brenda Krumenaker and Vice President Cameron O’Mara who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Tom Scherer.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #26

Mediator’s Name: Robert Strassberg
Local Association Name: Ann Arbor COA
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023

Wage Increases

  • Maintain wage differential.

Other Important Issues

  • Uniform and equipment allowance increased by $1,200.
  • Change in reassigning positions – the city has more flexibility.
  • Allow members to work four (4) additional holidays.

The bargaining team consisted of President Shane Dennis, Vice President Earle Fox, Secretary/Treasurer Dawn Murphy, and Sergeant at Arms Colleen McCarthy who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kenneth E. Grabowski.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #25

Local Association Name: Monroe County DSA
Duration: April 20, 2021, to December 31, 2024

Wage Increases

  • None

Other Important Issues

  • Additionally, employees will receive $6,500 over the life of the contract from the federal COVID-19 funds.

The bargaining team consisted of President Michael Bomia, Vice President Donald Duncan, Mike Swiercz, Matt Brodie, Ryan Sottile, Jay Johnson, and Marge Martin who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kenneth E. Grabowski.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #24

Local Association Name: Washtenaw County DSA
Duration: January 1, 2020, to December 31, 2024

Wage Increases

  • 2020-2021: +2.25%
  • 2021-2022: +2.25%
  • Lump-Sum Payments: $1,300
  • Wage Reopens during 2023 and 2024
  • Top Pay of Department: $66,796 on January 1, 2022

The bargaining team consisted of President Gary Lowe, Vice President Road Keith Dezwaan, Vice President Correction Phuong Lee, Secretary Howard Schaffer, Treasurer Tracy Shelton-Colson, and Sergeant at Arms Leigh Hathaway who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kenneth E. Grabowski/POAM.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #23

Mediator’s Name: Miles Cameron
Local Association Name:
Saginaw City COA
Duration: July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2022

Wage Increases

  • 2019-2020: +2.5%
  • 2020-2021: +2%
  • 2021-2022: +2%

The bargaining team consisted of President Matt Ward, Vice President James Walny, and Secretary/Treasurer Nathan Voelker who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kenneth E. Grabowski.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #22

Local Association Name: Oak Park PSOA
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2024

Wage Increases

  • 2021-2022: +2.5%
  • 2022-2023: +2.5%
  • 2023-2024: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • On June 30, 2021, employees will receive $2,500 hazard pay from the federal COVID-19 funds.

The bargaining team consisted of President Eric Zarfl, Vice President Michael Hodakowski, Treasurer David Cardinal, and Secretary John Stanson who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kenneth E. Grabowski.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #21

Local Association Name: City of Plymouth Police Officers Association
Duration: 2021 to 2024

Wage Increases

  • 2021: 2%/2% = 4%
  • 2022: 2%/1.5% = 3.5%
  • 2023: 2%/1.5% = 3.5%
  • 2024: 2%/1.5% = 3.5%

Other Important Issues

  • Uniform allowance increased to $850 per year.
  • Minimum OT increased to 3 hours.
  • The language adopted for killed in the line of duty.

The bargaining team consisted of President James Baber, Vice President Tony Angelosanto, and Secretary Scott Hockenberry who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Thomas K. Funke.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #20

Local Association Name: Milford COA
Duration: July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2022

Wage Increases

  • Sergeant: 15% above patrol
  • Lieutenant: 8% above sergeant

Other Important Issues

  • 84- hour workweek.
  • 4 holiday increased.

The bargaining team consisted of President Matt Brumm and Vice President Matt Tiscer who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Greg Allgeier.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #19

Local Association Name: Fraser COA
Duration: July 1, 2019, to December 31, 2022

Wage Increases

  • Lump-sum: $1,250 each year

Other Important Issues

  • Wage reopened for 2021.

The bargaining team consisted of President Ben Hoppe, Eric Myres, and Steve Paull who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Greg Allgeier.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #18

Local Association Name: Allegan COA
Duration: 2020 to 2023

Wage Increases

  • 10% differential above patrol

The bargaining team consisted of President Brian McFainn who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Dave LaMontaine.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #17

Local Association Name: Allegan POA
Duration: 2020 to 2024

Wage Increases

  • 2020: 0%
  • 2021: +2.5%
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2%

The bargaining team consisted of President Chris Meade who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Dave LaMontaine.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #16

Local Association Name: Hamtramck POA
Duration: 2020 to 2023

Wage Increases

  • Lump-sum
    • 7/1/2020: $500
    • 7/1/2021: $350

The bargaining team consisted of President A. Gonzalez who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Dave LaMontaine.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #15

Local Association Name: Kalamazoo County COAM
Duration: 2019 CBA Extension

Wage Increases

  • +2%: CBA Extension for 1 year (2019)

Other Important Issues

  • 2020 CBA currently being negotiated.

The bargaining team consisted of Lieutenant Jim Sandlin who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Al Brzys.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #14

Local Association Name: Dearborn POA
Duration: July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022 (One-year extension)

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +2%

The bargaining team consisted of President Bill Anhut, Vice President Al Grzegorek, Secretary Bernie Gibson, Treasurer Matt Greb, and Trustee Ahmed Alkubani who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kenneth E. Grabowski.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #13

Local Association Name: Livonia POA
Duration: December 1, 2020, to November 30, 2023

Wage Increases

  • 2020: +2.5%
  • 2021: +3%
  • 2022: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • Change current D.C. pension to defined benefit pension at 2.5% multiple years for all years going forward and new hires.
  • Those remaining in D.C. will be at 14% employer and 5% employee contribution, which totals 19%.
  • Institute 12 hour shift schedule.

The bargaining team consisted of President Anthony Hall, Vice President Bryan Uzoni, and Secretary Sam Tamer who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kenneth E. Grabowski.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #12

Local Association Name: Birmingham POA
Duration: July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2022

Wage Increases

  • 2019: +2%
  • 2020: +1.5% and $500 to each step
  • 2021: +1.5%

Other Important Issues

  • In addition to wages, salaries are increased for the department’s mandatory training, up to 3%.

The bargaining team consisted of President Joshua Bouchard, Vice President Jordan Zale, Treasurer Michael Romanowski, Secretary Jeff Whipple, and Sergeant at Arms Michael Simpson who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Kenneth E. Grabowski.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #11

Local Association Name: Eaton County Central Dispatch Non-Supervisory Unit
Duration: November 18, 2020, to September 30, 2021

Wage Increases

  • +2%

Other Important Issues

  • Unscheduled OT offered to volunteers first and ordered by seniority.
  • Holiday Pay changed to whose shift begins on a holiday.
  • Vacation time secured and can not be forced in during vacation time usage.
  • Promotion changed to 2 years of service with Eaton County Central Dispatch and 2 years with Eaton or other dispatch units.

The bargaining team was assisted by POAM Business Agent Eric Ronewicz.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #10

Local Association Name: Ann Arbor Police Service Specialists
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +0%
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2%

Signing Bonus

  • 2021: $1,500

Other Important Issues

  • Ability to use the City of Ann Arbor’s Paid Parental Leave Policy.

The bargaining team was assisted by POAM Business Agent Eric Ronewicz.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #9

Local Association Name: Albion Public Safety Officers Association
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +4%
  • 2022: +4%
  • 2023: +4%

Other Important Issues

  • Double-time pay for hours worked during a declared emergency.
  • Negotiated a definition of what emergency is.
  • Four-hour call back at a time and a half to respond to all calls for fire service.
  • Ability to cash out up to 24 hours of PTO a year.
  • Sergeant promotion eligibility changed to 3 years of service with Albion PSO.

The bargaining team consisted of President Dan Rile and Vice President Scott Austed who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Eric Ronewicz.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #8

Local Association Name: Lathrup Village Police Officers Association (POA)
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2024

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +2%
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2%
  • 2024: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • New testing procedure for promotions.
  • Expand on layoffs by seniority.

The bargaining team consisted of President Ray Tompkins and Vice President Keith Roberts who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Thomas Funke.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #7

Local Association Name: Lathrup Village Command Officers
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2024

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +2%
  • 2022: +2%
  • 2023: +2%
  • 2024: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • Differential increase to 12% over patrol.

The bargaining team consisted of President Michael Zang who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Thomas Funke.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #6

Local Association Name: 41-A District Court Employees Association
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2021

Wage Increase

  • +1.75%

The bargaining team consisted of Jenna Kegler and Dennis Laesch who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Michael Gerald.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #5

Local Association Name: Clinton Village Police Officers Association
Duration: December 1, 2020, to November 30, 2021

Signing Bonus

  • $700 taken in employee’s pay or applied to their HSA.

The bargaining team consisted of Local President Terry Keith who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Steve Sellers.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #4

Local Association Name: Clinton Village Public Employees Supervisors Association
Duration: December 1, 2020, to November 30, 2021

Signing Bonus

  • $700 taken in employee’s pay or applied to their HSA.

The bargaining team consisted of Chief Steward Mark Carpenter who was assisted by POAM Business Agent Steve Sellers.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #3

Local Association Name: St. Clair County Communications Officer Association
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2022

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +2%
  • 2022: +2%

Other Important Issues

  • Increased maximum sick hours from 300 hours to 320 hours.
  • Clothing allowance, employees can now choose between 1 pullover and 4 shirts annually to include the option of 2 pullovers.

The bargaining team consisted of Lisa Reeves and Rene Prone who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Steve Sellers.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #2

Local Association Name: Albion Command Officers Association
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023 (3 years)

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +4%
  • 2022: +4%
  • 2023: +4%

Top Pay at the End of Three Years

  • Deputy Chief: $69,347
  • Lieutenant: $65,728.40
  • Sergeant: $63,856
Other Important Issues
  • Double time pay for hours worked during a declared emergency.
  • Negotiated a definition of what emergency is.
  • Retirement FAC multiplier increased from 2.65% to 2.75%.
  • Health insurance opts out of payment increase to 50% of the yearly premium, up to $10,000.
  • $500/month payment for the purchase of alternative retirement health care.
  • Increase tuition reimbursement from $1,250 to $2,500.
  • City to provide ongoing training beyond basic requirements
    • Language clean-up:
      • Associates’ degree or equivalent credit hours for promotion to sergeant.
      • The employer has 3 years to meet the requirement.
      • Bachelor’s degree for promotion to lieutenant or deputy chief.
      • The promotional process from sergeant to lieutenant.

The bargaining team consisted of Chief Steward Jason Kean, Alternate Steward Mike Kolossa, City Manager Haley Snyder, Chief of Department Public Safety Scott Kipp who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Harry Valentine.

Signed and Sealed 2021 | #1

Local Association Name: 38th Circuit Court Family Probation
Duration: January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2024 (4 years)

Wage Increases

  • 2021: +3.5%
  • 2022: +4%
  • 2023: +3.5%
  • 2024: +1.5%

Other Important Issues

  • End of 2 tier wage system.
  • End of 2 tier vacation system.
  • Wage study conducted by the employer resulted in the new agreements and wage increases.
  • Increase employee contributions.
  • Retirement defined contribution is 4% county match, up to 6%.
  • DC contribution is 5% county match, up to 6%.

The bargaining team consisted of Brian Rochowiak and Matthew Gunter who were assisted by POAM Business Agent Harry Valentine.

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