The union representing Beverly Hills Police Department officers and sergeants ratified the agreement on Nov. 24. (photo by Tabor Brewster)

The city of Beverly Hills and Beverly Hills Police Officers Association reached a labor contract agreement for 2025-29. The BHPOA, a labor union representing all BHPD sergeants and officers, ratified the contract on Nov. 24. The Beverly Hills City Council will vote on formal approval at its Dec. 16 meeting.

“We are pleased that the city of Beverly Hills and the Beverly Hills Police Officers Association have come to an agreement regarding the terms of a new four-year contract,” Mayor Sharona Nazarian said. “There is nothing more important than a healthy collaboration with the incredible men and women who continue to protect our community. We remain focused on the safety and security of our residents, businesses and visitors, and this agreement supports the unified approach needed to protect and serve our community.”

“I’m super happy, super thankful the City Council have come to an agreement,” BHPOA President Christian Bond said. “It was a long haul.”

Negotiations began in January and took place amid tension between Beverly Hills Police Chief Mark Stainbrook and officers in the department. The BHPOA issued a vote of no confidence in Stainbrook on June 11, after members raised concerns about his leadership. Additionally, on July 18, the BHPOA sent Stainbrook a cease and desist letter that alleged he circulated false rumors and took retaliatory actions against Bond.

In response, the city said Stainbrook met with individual police officers “to keep lines of communication open and solicit feedback.”

The new four-year contract will expire on June 30, 2029. It includes a 3.5% cost of living increase for officers and a lump sum payment of $1,500, both effective immediately. On July 1, 2026, officers will receive a base salary increase of 6%, followed by a 5% increase on July 1, 2027, and a 5% increase on July 1, 2028. Officers with bachelors, masters and advanced degrees and advanced training certificates will receive additional salary increases. Additionally, the total paid time off has increased from an accrued maximum of 160 hours to a maximum of 220 hours per year.

Bond expressed satisfaction with the final agreement, and said that approximately 80% of BHPOA members were in support.

“As far as the monetary [increases], it’s huge,” Bond said. “It puts us on par with the highest paid agencies in the area. It makes us more attractive for recruitment and retention.”