12. County Administrator Matters

Board of County Commissioners Meeting · 2026-05-19 · agenda_item

This item concerns a proposed two-year collective bargaining agreement between the Indian River County Emergency Services District and the Indian River County Firefighters/Paramedics Association IAFF, Local 2201. The agreement is planned to be effective from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. It includes provisions for wage increases, adjustments to paramedic incentives, implementation of Kelly days, reclassification of Battalion Chiefs to non-exempt status, and the establishment of a new pay range. The item is currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners for ratification. This process involves negotiations and administrative review, with potential future phases including the implementation of the agreed-upon terms. Local businesses providing legal services, payroll processing, and administrative support could be involved in supporting the implementation or ongoing management of such agreements.

agreement duration

2 year

agreement effective date

1 October 1, 2025

agreement expiration date

30 September 30, 2027

negotiation period

two and a half years

vote count

5 Aye

vote count

0 Nay