Farmington Firefighters Ink Pact With Town

FARMINGTON, CT — The Farmington Town Council has approved a new, three-year pact with the local firefighters union for modest pay hikes over the next three years along with increased co-pays on firefighter medical benefits.

The vote was approved unanimously earlier this month, with the deal with the International Association of Firefighters, Local 3103 lasting from July 1 of this year through June 30, 2025.

The agreement, which was ratified June 7, includes nine paid firefighters within the Farmington Fire Department.

According to the agreement, firefighter staff members will receive a 3 percent pay hike next fiscal year, a 2.75 percent hike in 2023-24 and a 2.75 percent raise in 2024-25.

As for medical benefits, the percentage cost share for insurance will go up slightly, as well co-pays for prescriptions, doctor visits and urgent care.

There will also be a slight increase in the firefighters' uniform allowance.

The council motion to approve the pact included some kind words regarding town firefighters.

"Our nine career firefighters serve and sacrifice for our community daily, often going
above and beyond the call of duty," reads the motion in the meeting minutes. "They have adapted to new COVID-19 requirements without missing a beat."

For the minutes of the Farmington Town Council's June 7 meeting, visit this link.

For the Farmington Fire Department's webpage, visit this link.