San Antonio city councilman Manny Pelaez from district 8 announced on Tuesday, Jan. 19, that he does not support the “Fix SAPD” petition. The petition seeks to abolish the SA Police Officers Association agreement with the City and undermine police employment and health benefits.
Abolishing the agreement would undermine the police's morale and make them vulnerable to instant dismissals, even for political reasons, without an appeal. Furthermore, if there is any group of public servants that needs good benefits, it’s the ones who put their lives on the line daily.