Tentative Agreement between the City of Austin and APA now available for public review

The City of Austin has reached a tentative agreement with the Austin Police Association (APA) for a five-year contract, which is now available for public review as of September 25, 2024. This agreement is scheduled for discussion by the Austin City Council on October 10, 2024, where it will be evaluated for approval. If the City Council approves the contract, it will then be presented to APA members for ratification. The document had been kept confidential until the agreement was finalized, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 142. 062, which governs the disclosure of such agreements.

This step represents a crucial moment in the relationship between the city and its police force, as both parties have been negotiating terms for some time. Community involvement and transparency are encouraged as the council meeting approaches. The tentative agreement outlines various aspects of police operations and funding, which are critical to public safety and governance in Austin. Citizens are urged to review the agreement to understand its implications fully.