The brave men and women of the Fort Wayne Fire Department consistently put their lives on the line to protect our community. Their dedication to public safety is unwavering, and they deserve our respect and support.

The city continues to provide these firefighters with fair compensation and comprehensive benefits that reflect the critical nature of their work.

Negotiations to conclude the most recent collective bargaining agreement between the city and Fort Wayne Metro Firefighters IAFF Local 124 have stalled at what’s been reported as a “sticking point.”

What is this “sticking point” and what does it mean for the city and the fire department?

Under the existing agreement, Fort Wayne’s 360 firefighters are entitled to up to 365 days of full pay for an injury sustained whether on duty o

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