After a stalemate in negotiations, a tentative agreement between the city of New Haven and the police union has been reached, according to the mayor.

A tentative agreement between the City of New Haven and the police union would mean pay increases for current and future police officers, improved work-life balance, and a new retirement plan if approved.

New Haven has reached a tenative contract agreement with the police union, according to Mayor Justin Elicker and the union president. The new six-year contract would take effect retroactively to cover the time period from July 1,

The new contract would include a 25% salary increase over six years, new $70,000 starting salary and new schedules to improve work-life balance.