Collective Bargaining

In 2022, the City formally established five collective bargaining units:

1. Police, represented by RCOP
2. Fire and Emergency Services, represented by IAFF 995
3. Administration and Technical, represented by SEIU
4. Professional, represented by SEIU
5. Labor and Trades, represented by The Teamsters.

These agreements mark the City's commitment to fostering positive labor relations, recognizing the invaluable contributions of City employees, and supporting the success of its employees. By elevating principles of cooperation, ethics, and organizational excellence, the City of Richmond aims to become an employer of choice, attracting and retaining top talent committed to serving the community.

Resources

• Establishing ordinance: ORD. 2022-221
• Police: Collective bargaining agreement between City of Richmond and Richmond Coalition of Police
• Fire and Emergency Services: Collective bargaining agreement between City of Richmond and International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 995
• Administrative and Technical: Collective bargaining agreement between City of Richmond and Service Employees International Union, Virginia 512