Early results show Hurst voters approving a proposal to allow the city's firefighters to collectively bargain through an employees’ association.

As of early Wednesday morning, 3,618 of 5,142 votes cast (70%) said yes to the measure.

With the proposition on track to be approved, the Hurst Firefighters Association appears slated to become the sole bargaining agent for Hurst Fire Department members.

Representatives for the association did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment.

According to city materials , firefighters have an "open line of communication" with city management and Hurst Fire Department administration.

Firefighter pay in Hurst starts at $86,622 per year, increasing to $94,872 after the first year and $99,664 after 15 years of service. Benefits include

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