26-122 : Wyatt- Requesting an Update and Opinion on the Police Union Memorandum of Agreement

This resolution, initiated by Council Member Rasheed N.C. Wyatt and adopted by the Buffalo Common Council, requests an update and opinion on a recently announced Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the City of Buffalo and the Police Union. The Council seeks clarification on whether their approval was required for the agreement and what legislative actions, if any, are necessary for it to become effective. Additionally, the Council requests a detailed explanation of the MOA's fiscal impact on the Buffalo Police Department budget for the current and future fiscal years. The resolution directs the Police Commissioner, City Corporation Counsel, and the Department of Administration and Finance to appear before the Council to present information and answer questions. The anticipated motion is to table, with the next meeting scheduled for February 10, 2026.