# 443 days later, contract talks start between BPD union and city

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Podcast: [Buffalo All Local](https://stenobird.com/podcast/buffalo-all-local-6385999)
Published: 2026-09-16T15:13:35+00:00
Episode link: https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8662897_2026-09-16-155937
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## Resource

The Buffalo Police Benevolent Association is beginning contract negotiations with the city after going 443 days without an agreement. PBA President John Davidson joined WBEN to talk about those discussions and why a new deal is needed.

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