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Pay still an issue as City of San Antonio, police union inch closer to new contract
Summary by Terrell Hills News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Garrett Brnger, Adam Barraza , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 10, 2026
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Key points 5% increase in officer pay over three years, while the city has proposed a 14. A significant gap remains between the two proposals, resulting in a difference of over $3,700 for rookie officers and over $7,900 for senior captains by the end of the contract.
The City of San Antonio and its police union are working towards a new contract, with pay being a major issue. The union is seeking a 20.5% increase in officer pay over three years, while the city has proposed a 14.8% increase.
A significant gap remains between the two proposals, resulting in a difference of over $3,700 for rookie officers and over $7,900 for senior captains by the end of the contract.
Further details on the negotiations are available through the proposals and the history of the talks, which were previously paused due to disagreements over pay.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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