Phoenix Police Will Get Raise After Agreeing To More Accountability. Activists Call It A ‘Bribe’
PHOENIX, AZ — Phoenix police officers will get a raise after agreeing to increased accountability measures in the police union’s contract. The Phoenix City Council approved the new Phoenix Law Enforcement Association contract Wednesday over the objection of activists who opposed any raise for Phoenix officers. The contract approved by the council includes a handful of changes to previous police union contracts that could lessen union influence during disciplinary investigations and…