Tag Archives: Houston City Council unanimously approves more than $1 billion firefighter settlement

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Houston’s bitter eight-year dispute with its fire department is over. The City Council unanimously approved a massive settlement Tuesday that, according to City Controller Chris Hollins, could cost taxpayers up to $1.5 billion over the next 25 to 30 years. Employees will get at least 24% raises over the next five years and lump-sum checks for back …

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