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Concord Firefighters Reopen Pay Talks | Concord News
Concord firefighters are back at the bargaining table after a tense standoff, demanding fair pay based on a city-commissioned wage study that showed their salaries lag behind regional standards—especially for critical roles like EMS captains. With the city strapped by budget cuts and recent construction spending, firefighters accuse officials of ignoring the data while pushing to ease pressure. Union reps remain skeptical, wondering if this renewed dialogue is just window dressing. The stakes? Firefighters want compensation aligned with market rates, while city leaders juggle finances…
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