Deputy Sheriffs' Association 2026-2028 labor agreement
Summary
Union and county employees spoke about stalled negotiations, healthcare costs jumping from $65 to $851 a month for one worker, flex days, and a feared county imposition — before a closed-session bargaining session.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 3
Rising — discussed at 4 meetings since Sep 15, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Employees report five years without raises and health premiums rising sharply in January.
Settlement could stabilize county services and retain experienced staff.
Experienced social services and facilities staff are leaving, and employees face out-of-pocket cost spikes.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Board of Supervisors - Nov 3, 2026
Deputies are getting an 8% raise this month and 4% more in June, but the debate over countywide labor deals isn't over. Other unions, including operating engineers, say the county declared impasse and is asking employees to absorb 100% of health insurance increases.
Board of Supervisors - Oct 27, 2026
The Board met privately with its negotiating team to discuss contract talks covering all county employee bargaining units. What's agreed could affect county payroll costs, services, and worker terms, but details won't be public until any deal is brought back for a vote.
Board of Supervisors - Oct 20, 2026
Union and county employees spoke about stalled negotiations, healthcare costs jumping from $65 to $851 a month for one worker, flex days, and a feared county imposition — before a closed-session bargaining session.
Board of Supervisors - Sep 15, 2026
A public hearing under AB 2561 addressed county job vacancies and how well the county recruits and keeps employees. Staffing shortages affect how quickly residents get permits, services, and road work done. No outcome is on record.
Board of Supervisors - Jun 30, 2026
Amendments to two county labor agreements — for deputy sheriffs and management employees — were up for adoption. These contracts drive county payroll costs and conditions for sheriff's deputies.
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