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After months of tough and at times contentious labor negotiations, the Austin Firefighters Association (AFA) and the City of Austin have finalized a new four-year labor contract that not only strengthens wages and staffing but also modifies firefighter work schedules with an eye towards improving firefighter wellness and recruitment. The agreement, unanimously approved by City Council and overwhelmingly ratified by ...

In a unanimous vote by the Greenville City Council on September 11, 2025, the City of Greenville, North Carolina, approved a major schedule change for its Fire/Rescue Department. Starting in March 2026, firefighters will move from a 24 hours on / 48 hours off shift schedule to a 24 hours on / 72 hours off schedule. The City of Greenville is the latest ...