WEST CHESTER TOWNSHIP, Ohio — Starting Oct. 1, West Chester police officers will get a pay bump as a result of a new contract.

The contract was recently approved by township trustees and Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 186.

Officers will receive a 13% pay increase over the next three years. Police Chief Brian Rebholz said it will cost the township $160,000 in the first year.

Rebholz said he believes it will help his department retain officers.

"Not only the retention, but it's also the attraction," Rebholz said.

West Chester police get 13% pay increase over the next 3 years

Officers will receive a 4.5% pay increase this year and next year, along with a 4% pay increase in the third year.

Rebholz said his department has nearly 100 officers on staff, and he hopes this new deal can help

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