The City of Pittsburgh has reached an agreement with its EMS paramedics and EMTs following concerns about long hours and staffing shortages.
According to KDKA, paramedics and EMTs have been working extensive overnight shifts, collecting more than $6 million in overtime pay last year. To address the issue, city officials have agreed to offer a 6% pay raise in the first year, with smaller incremental raises in subsequent years, as part of an effort to attract and retain employees.
The agreement aims to improve working conditions and recruitment efforts for emergency services personnel.
Further, the city agreed not to oppose union efforts to overturn residency requirements in court.
