• Promotes the formation of collective bargaining units for law enforcement personnel. Acts as collective bargaining agent for members and member units recognized by the New Jersey State Public Employment Relations Commission.

• Engages in collective bargaining, mediation, and arbitration for the purpose of improving wages, hours, and other working conditions.

• Advances the rights and promotes the interest of all law enforcement personnel.

• Unites, represents, defends and promotes the interest of all members in duty related matters where applicable.

• Works in a cooperative manner with other organizations interested in promoting the efficiency, professionalism,
and well being of law enforcement members.

The F.O.P. - N.J.L.C. exists to protect and serve those who protect and serve society. Our purpose is to proudly serve the law enforcement community as members of the Fraternal Order of Police, with a goal of becoming the premier law enforcement labor organization in New Jersey.

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Labor Council FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions and answers on labor issues related to the law enforcement profession. Have an question not answered here? Just Email us and we will be glad to answer your question!

How can a lodge become a member of the FOP-NJ Labor Council?

The process is simple. Start by contacting the LC State Office at 609-599-3222. Ask for a Startup Pack. Schedule a meeting for a presentation of the program to your local organization. Complete the Representation Agreement and return it with a membership roster, copy of your current contract, and a check for your 1st quarterly dues. Select your Bargaining Committee and its chairperson. From the date of the Representation Agreement the FOP-NJLC will represent your collective bargaining interests. We'll service your current agreement, and help you negotiate your next one. Your local organization controls the contract, what you bargain for, and what you agree to accept. The Labor Council is your Professional Representative and voice at the Bargaining and Grievance Tables. You call the shots. We represent them for you.

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General FAQ's

Do you have a question you'd like answered? Please email us.

Do I need permission from the National FOP to have a web site?
Yes, you do need to have permission from the National Headquarters of the FOP in Nashville, Tennessee.
You MUST contact them directly.

When I have membership updates, such as address changes, name changes, new member additions, and deletions what do I do with them?
Whenever you have any changes to your roster, you must fill out an Add/Delete Form to be completed by the local Secretary for changes in lodge officers. A Lodge Officers Change Form should be submitted. This form may be obtained from the NJ State Office. After the updates are made by the local lodges, they are then sent to the State Office who will forward any changes to the National FOP office.

Does the NJ State FOP have solicitations or fund raising events?
Yes, the NJ State FOP does have an ongoing solicitation. Fund raising events are also taking place at different times in different parts of the state on a Local Lodge level. Local solicitations MUST be approved by the State Lodge.

How can I purchase merchandise from the FOP?
All merchandise will only be sold to the lodge officers of your local lodge. They may call the state and the state will then mail the ordered merchandise to the lodge. Individual members with proper identification may purchase merchandise at the office or prepaid.

What happens to my FOP license plate and FOP shield should I decide to resign or if I am suspended from my lodge?
If you should decide to resign, or you have been suspended from your lodge, you MUST turn over both your FOP license plates and the FOP shield to an officer of your lodge.

How can I get information regarding the State Meeting and directions?
If you plan on attending any of the NJFOP State Meetings, you may contact the trustee of your local lodge or you may go to the Events section of our web site, as this section is updated periodically.

What are the hours of the State Office in Trenton, and how can I get in touch with someone there?
The NJ State Office of the Fraternal Order of Police is open Monday—Friday at 9:00 A.M. and closing time varies. You may want to contact the State Office if you plan to visit to obtain an accurate closing time. You may contact the State Office at (609) 599-1222.

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Labor Council News

Law Enforcement Officers Rights & Protections
Here are the "HIGHLIGHTS" on the recent contract settlements negotiated by the Labor Council:

Amtrak Police Lodge 189:

Amtrak police officers ratified their contract by a vole of 176—106 on July 10, 2006 after having been without a contract or raises for over six years.

It should be noted that the success of these negotiations was the hard work and dedication of the members of the NJ Labor Council as well as the members of FOP Lodge 189. However, a great deal of credit must also go to the National FOP, our Legislative Office and our Labor Services for their untiring efforts as getting Congress to pass additional funding which made this process a success and answering questions from Amtrak officers around the country.

Raises for the officers ranged between 25% to as high as 80%, depending on your rank and years of service. An example would be a patrolman at top salary who was making approximately $43,000 jumped to a base salary of $78,000.

Another important aspect of these negotiations is the fact that the Teamsters were preparing to challenge the FOP for the bargaining rights of these officers. The Teamsters attempted to come in after all the work was done by the FOP, file for a representation election to win the bargaining rights, then take credit for all our hard work to make themselves look good in their attempts to sway other FOP Lodges around the country to join the Teamsters.

Clementon Police, FOP Lodge 9:
- Contract negotiated by Labor Council Rep Bob Fox.
- Contract term: Jan. 1,2007 through Dec. 31, 2009.
- Salary increases of 4% each year, clothing allowance increased from $1200.00 to $1500.00 liar the years 2008 and 2009,Range allotment 2007 -$125.00, 2008- $175.00 and 2009 - $250.00 for membership to a gun range. Receipt required.

Sea Isle City, Lodge 7:
- 5 year contract, 2006 though 2010. 4% salary increases each year.

Collingswood Patrolmen, Lodge 76:
- Jan. 1, 2007 through Dec. 31, 2010. 3.75% each year of contract.

Burlington City, Patrolmen & Supervisors, Lodge 63:
- Four year contract Jan. 1, 2008 through Dec. 31, 2011
- 3.6% each year increase.

NJ Transit Lodge 37:
- Won grievance, Scope of Negotiations Hearing and two Superior Court hearings on Gerald Robinson case. Matter involved his being injured on duty, then, after being off some time and having surgery, Transit changed physical fitness requirement to come back to work.
- Arbitrator granted member back pay to date of injury and all benefits.

Palmyra Unfair Practice Complaint, Lodge 2:
- Town & negotiators reached a Memorandum of Understanding on contract. Town negotiators included Town Council members.
- Palmyra then refused to ratify the contract.
- Labor Council filed Unfair Practice charge against Palmyra and PERC decided in la or of bargaining unit to ratify and implement contract.

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