Introduction of Proposed Memorandum of Understanding with Marine Safety Management Association (MSMA)City Council MeetingSeptember 16, 2025
Meyers-Milias Brown Act (MMBA)
Pursuant to the MMBA, the City has been meeting and conferring in good faith with MSMA since August 2024 A Tentative Agreement was reached in August
The Tentative Agreement and proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) are being presented to the City Council to formally review and consider
Proposed Memorandum of Understanding
3-year term; January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2027
3% base salary adjustments January 1 of each year
One-time base salary adjustment of 10% to the Marine Safety Specialist classification Elimination of Performance Bonus in exchange for an additional top step for each classification
Proposed Memorandum of Understanding (continued)
Longevity Pay of 2.5%, 5% or 7.5% depending on years of service Updated course requirements for Battalion Chiefs to receive Certification Pay Increase to City contribution to employees’ health insurance premiums
Fiscal Impact
Projected Cost
FY 24/25
$94,951
FY 25/26
$231,338
FY 26/27
$238,860
FY 27/28
$137,072
Projected Total
$702,220
Recommended Action
Receive and consider the proposed Memorandum of Understanding with MSMA pursuant to City of Huntington Beach Ordinance No. 4154.
Questions?