Cops at a Bronx police precinct became the first officers in the city Wednesday to work 12-hours shifts as part of a new NYPD pilot program.
The new tour of duty was the result of a recently ratified, 8-year contract that the Police Benevolent Association. The deal included a provision for altered work hours as well as pay increases.
The pilot program will see cops patrol for longer hours—from 10 to 12 hours—and in return work 60 fewer days a year. The NYPD says that the program prioritizes officer health and mental wellbeing, since uniformed personnel will be able to spend more time with their families. The program was kicked-off at the 47 Precinct shortly after 6 a.m. and is being overseen by NYPD top cop Keechant Sewell and PBA President Patrick Lynch.
Commissioner Sewell was at the precinct house this morning to kick off the new pilot program, with officers standing at attention.“We’re gonna monitor you, we’re going to check your health and wellness to make sure these tours are conducive to your lifestyles. But look at what we have, we have a modern chart that is used by other police departments, and they work effectively. Fewer appearances, longer tours, but more time with your family and friends with no compromise to public safety.
Sewell also credited the PBA and Mayor Eric Adams for including the pilot program in the contract deal. PBA President Patrick Lynch called the day a historic moment and a major turning point for the department.“You’re standing here at roll call today at a historic moment. Years from now the pictures that are being taken will be looked at—that’s one of the days when the NYPD changed,” Lynch said. “This took a long time to get to, many folks said no.
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