What was the COLA increase for 2026?

What was the COLA increase for 2026?

• A. 4.5%
• B. 6%
• C. 5.5%
• D. 7%

Answer: (C)

Cost-of-living adjustments are negotiated annual wage increases designed to keep pay in line with inflation. In the PBSO PBA contract, the amount added each year is spelled out in the wage/compensation schedule. For 2026, the negotiated COLA is 5.5 percent. This means members receive a 5.5% increase to their base pay for 2026, helping maintain purchasing power as inflation changes. The other percentages aren’t the COLA for 2026 under this agreement; they don’t apply to 2026 in this contract. To verify, check the CBA’s Compensation/Wages section or the COLA schedule, which lists the exact percentage for each contract year.

Cost-of-living adjustments are negotiated annual wage increases designed to keep pay in line with inflation. In the PBSO PBA contract, the amount added each year is spelled out in the wage/compensation schedule. For 2026, the negotiated COLA is 5.5 percent. This means members receive a 5.5% increase to their base pay for 2026, helping maintain purchasing power as inflation changes. The other percentages aren’t the COLA for 2026 under this agreement; they don’t apply to 2026 in this contract. To verify, check the CBA’s Compensation/Wages section or the COLA schedule, which lists the exact percentage for each contract year.