Patrick M. 'Marty' Lancton, President of the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association

Patrick M. 'Marty' Lancton, President of the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association

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Historic Firefighter Pay Settlement and New Contract Win City Council Approval

In a monumental victory for Houston firefighters, the City Council has approved a historic pay settlement and a new five-year contract for the 4,000 dedicated men and women of the Houston Fire Department (HFD). This decision marks a significant triumph, resolving years of legal battles and setting the stage for the HFD to reclaim its status as a world-class department with adequate staffing and equipment.