Hosted by the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association, Inc.

We invite all members of law enforcement and union representatives to attend the 2026 Collective Negotiations Seminar, an important professional development event focused on labor relations, union representation, and the evolving challenges facing today’s officers.

🗓 Dates:
Tuesday, February 3rd – Thursday, February 5th, 2026
📍 Location: Tropicana Resort Atlantic City, 2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
State PBA Meeting: Tuesday, February 3rd (prior to seminar kickoff)

Seminar Highlights:

• Grievances / Unfair Labor Practices
• Policing in the Current Landscape
• Trends in Negotiation & Arbitration
• Union Representation & Membership
• Critical Updates: What YOU Need to Know

This annual seminar is a cornerstone event that provides insight, education, and advocacy tools for Local PBA leadership and officers. Led by experts such as Pat Papero (Labor Relations), Bill Comerro (Chairman), and Justin Hudson (Co-Chair), this seminar ensures you are equipped to navigate today’s public sector labor environment.

Registration Information:

📝 Deadline to Register: Friday, January 2nd, 2026
💵 Cost:

• $350 for the first 2 members of each Local
• $325 for each additional member
• Late fee: $425 (after Jan. 2, no Local volume discount)

Registration includes:
✅ Tuesday lunch, Wednesday & Thursday continental breakfast and lunch
✅ Access to all seminar sessions and materials

🔗 Registration Form: 2026 CNS Registration Form
📧 Contact: Colleen Dougherty at (732) 636-8860 or cdougherty@njspba.com

Hotel Booking:

🏨 Tropicana Resort Atlantic City
📞 Call: 888-516-2215
Group Code: ST02NJ6 or NJ PBA Collective
🌐 Book Online Here
Rate: $52.00/night + taxes (includes Wi-Fi, fitness center & pool access)

📌 Attire Notice: This is a public-facing NJSPBA event. Business casual attire is required.
❌ T-shirts and hoodies will not be admitted.

“The man on top of the mountain didn’t fall there.”
— Vince Lombardi

We look forward to your participation in this vital event that strengthens our unity, advocacy, and professionalism across New Jersey law enforcement.

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