Dear Fellow Sergeant,

As you know, the recently concluded elections in New York City have resulted in a drastic political shift from the last four years.

A new mayoral administration will bring a new team of deputy mayors and commissioners that will reshape every municipal agency, and especially the NYPD.

It is no secret that that the SBA, along with every single law enforcement union in the city, vigorously and publicly opposed the candidacy of the new mayor-elect for many reasons.

But the citizens of New York, who we proudly serve and protect every day, have spoken.

There will undoubtably be many areas of disagreement between our union and the new administration.

However, just as we have done in the past, our opposition will be heard loud and clear and your voices will be heard.

But strong disagreements and vastly different visions for our agency and our city will not, in any way, prevent us from vigorously pursuing our most important agenda, which is enhancing your salaries and benefits and improving your working conditions.

Your SBA leadership team is not ducking out, we are doubling down on our fight for the issues that matter most to you and your families.

Front and center of this fight is our ongoing pursuit to fix the gross inequities caused by the Tier III pension system.

Our legislative team is already working on a robust legislative agenda in Albany to hit the ground running when the new legislative session begins in January 2026.

We will be marching in lockstep with all the other law enforcement unions lobbying in Albany for the changes to Tier III that are long overdue.

While these are extremely uncertain times in our city, NYPD Sergeants are ready to step up and meet the challenges that lie ahead.

And rest assured, the SBA Board and I will have your backs every step of the way.

Fraternally,

Vincent J. Vallelong
President
Sergeants Benevolent Association