BROWNSVILLE APPROVES NEW POLICE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT
The Brownsville City Commission on Tuesday approved a new Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Brownsville and the Brownsville Police Officers’ Association.
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk · As published by City of Brownsville · · 1 min read
The Brownsville City Commission on Tuesday approved a new Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Brownsville and the Brownsville Police Officers’ Association.

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During its Tuesday, Sept. 22 meeting, the Commission approved Resolution Number 2026-127, identifying projects benefiting the Brownsville Public Utilities Board and Southmost Regional Water Authority....
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City of Brownsville · Sep 23, 2026

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