the ullra-important job of manning the sophi
Correction Officer Mike i
tos, Pag
ul
separating the Administ Building from the main prison al medium-security Watertown Correctional Facility. Story. more phol
Council 82
at AFSCME
Convention
Four familiar faces al AFSCME conventions pose for our intrepid photographer at the
‘Angeles. Fromlelt: Jack Emmett, president of Local
oy oy —— 4792, University Police Officers; Rich Petter, Local 102, State Park Police, the Law
- = = Enlorcement Policy chairman; Charles Cambareri, Local 2655, Mid-Hudson Psychiatric
Local 1265 from Bedtord Hills Correctional Facility dele- Center, gotiating
9 Taylor and Lillian Fran- member of
cis to LA. {and its chiet convention spokesman.
J. Bischert
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER August 1988
Page 2
New Travel Program Is Free
|
: : AFSCME and the AFL-CIO have completed a Travel Service Program for
, Council members in good standing. Some of the highlights are guaranteed
F lable airfares, car
travel service starter kit, toll free reservation phone numbers, ticket delivery,
Director's Corner
Zine. Allof these services are free. Not a bad deal if members plan to travel on
vacation, Further information will be found on Page 1
By Richard J. Bischert
Executive Director
3 Council 82 on Television
AFSCME has also contracted for a video program to be released to PBS
; television unions
é President Puma, Cc
\ were privileged to be a part of the taping of this show. We were given the ' he aban
; ) opportunity YorkState in some ways that is true. But | believe | am reinforcing the valuable role
fh c play within “our” prison system and the deserved recogni-
views against privatization of prisons. It should be interesting to see the final
product. Many hours of tape were recorded here in New York along with
tapings done in other states. However, the final production should be about
one-half h public. Itis my hops to
express our members’ concerns in the public news media and change the
tion they have yet to receive from the news media
When one reviews the prison systems in many other states, a sharp con-
trast with New York arises. Many things we take for granted are unheard of:
training academy: in-service training; one-man cells; vocational, educational
stereotyping of correction ollicers. Thanks to AFSCME, and especially to and recreational programs for inmates: age requirements for officers; back-
a David J. Hoffman, ME Public screening for ‘
and a commitment to fund new prisons without sacrificing employees. New
those interviews, for the chance to express our views.
York has chosen to rehabilitate inmates wherever possible. We have not
i ‘Sims of NBC News in New
York cy those lines, | was contacted by Rager Sims of NEE Natt vo. chosen, like other states, to warehouse inmates, Those who have, are under
YY court-run prison systems.
Ifyou think we have it bad, how would tbe for ajudge, totally removed and
unknowledgable of prison operations, giving directions and making deci-
sions for us. think be proud of but, as usual, th
more to be done.
my views on the subject. Fortunately, New York State does not face the same
problems as do the county jails or other states within the nation, Mr. Sims will
Jersey, Virginia
and Oregon. He has also interviewed inmates known as “wolves” who have
raped other male inmates. This news special, called “Summer Showcase,”
should be very interesting and will air on NBC at 10:00 P.M. Aug. 23, 1986.
All of this shows a trend toward renewed interest in the prison system
a Es which can only benefit correctional employees, especially in New York State.
i Thank you, Roger Sims.
provide better medical care for “AIDS” inmates.
On tthe issue of “right to know.” the New York State Department of Health
determined that “all tes”
: dential and not to be released by medical staff. It is our belief that correction
Bt officers assigned to work with inmates who have been identified as having
NY Prisons Lead the Way ‘AIDS have the right to know. AIDS information should not be treated any
than30 '
states now have their prisons run by the federal courts; but not here. We are
setting t for others. nes
papers. The problems in other states sell newspapers and causes us to be
: “stereotyped” along with them. Perhaps the day will come when the news
a media will do an in-depth view of the "New York Prison System” as it really is.
of the law firm of Rowley, Forrest and O'Donnell to review the present confi-
dentiality laws and advise what actions could be taken, in which a correction
officer
ws
th 1d whenever they
come into close contact with AIDS victims.
Quality of Working Life
sit Once this was done, other states and courts would have the blueprint for
! success.
Asyouk hope
we can develop new directions and programs for the benefit of our members.
The previous concept had basically completed its task and new ideas and
initiatives are needed. All previously funded projects and commitments are
being handled by Albie Vasta. Anyone requiring further information or assist-
ance should contact Albie at (518) 473-3421 or write to her at the following
address:
GOER Labor/Management Committee
| Administrative Services Division
1 Commerce Plaza, Suite 1937
Albany, New York 12210
Richard J. Bic
Executive Director
Joseph P.Puma James Mann Stephen. Pageau Roland F. Martin Jame Scorzal .
% ‘President Vice President Associate Director Treasure ecrtay Finally, the Pay Bill...
3, Executive Board | For several weeks the appropriations bill which will provide members of
Nathaniel Grinnage James McCabe
Wendell Hill Warten MeMilan
John Ippolito Richard O'Connell
Thomas Kennedy 300
Council 82 with their new contract raises, has been in a holding pattern
because of the supposed budget shortfall of $900 million. All of us here at
Council 82 have pursued the legislative members for quick passage. Late
‘ay Cunningham
Robert Pat
chard Petlor
David DeChick Jack Koy Friday night, July 15, Legislative Director Kathy McCormack reported that
en iy Ronald Edwards Dennis Koerick Richard Stevens passage bill It
‘ Jack Emmett Joe Kral Fichard Wallikas was up to the L PP ll and forward it to t for
, ust signing. It is my understanding that, by the time the Governor's message
arrived at the Legislature they had recessed for two weeks and scheduled @
A Swe |
| return for Aug. 1
|
| Because of their neglect, even if they pass the pay bill asa first order of
business, members will not receive their pay increases until September. Isn't
that nice! They take their two weeks off with the pay raises they voted for
| themselves but as usual, the state workers are treated differently. We are
Ap Gs
‘August 1988
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
Page3
So Where Are Our Raises?
Here itis July 20, "
is our
percentage raise?" Unfortunately, the answer does not lie at the Council 82
office or at your work site, but rather in state government.
We are told by Governor Cuomo that the people of this state are the
“Family of New York.” | wonder how he treats his family members. We find
have not even
until Aug. 1
Meelis
From the President
By Joseph P. Puma
Council 82 President
q
strictly political. Since July 15, 1988, when the legislators decided to go home
orto ind 9
on whether the pe not.
on July 20 at 1:05 P.M. from the New York State AFL-CIO, who were able to
track down what actually happened. For myselt to now confuse the issue to
you would serve no purpose at all.
The bottom line is that our elected state officials left town on July 18,
pay bill some say it
The
another number has been added. Below are both numbers for your
convenience.
1—(800) 828-6102 and 1—-(800) 828-6100.
Council
1
82 members.
y Pi ,
in Albany on the bill. Some say itis Governor Cuomo's fault, Some just say it
‘was a mistake. | SAY IT IS A SHAME! These people are given the task to pass
legislation and did not complete their job.
Or, ifourNew
Capitol so they could go home! | believe they would be held accountable.
We must make our state assemblymen, senators and Governor account-
able. | feel it is imperative that every local and its membership contact their
pay
bill legislation, and also remind them of their job and the power of the vote.
Keep in mind that | am sure they get paid on time! |
Health Insurance
Because of the changes in the New York State/Council 82 Empire Plan,
Jan.1,1 'scolumn
HMO Ma Council 62 Health
Maintenance Organization (HMO), has not received his/her HMO identifica-
tion cards, and there has be
was processed by Blue Cross, the member should go to his Health Benefits
(0
r ti
to inquire on the status of the enrollment
‘A reasonable length of time can be defined as six weeks after processing
OPT during the option transfer period or four weeks after processing a new
enrollment. Itis important that our members receive their identification cards
to insure proper processing of claims and claims payment.
Officers Come to Aid of 2 Brothers
Critically Hurt in Car Accidents
to Albany Medical Centerin critical condition on June 29, 1988. The officers at
Greene Correctional Facility got together and have been working for Ralph
ver since June 28th on their RDOs, Ralph
on the plan in an ups dition of the Enforcer. It
misinformation given out by other unions, in particular PEF, some of our
members have become confused on the actual Council 82 health insurance
coverage. This will all be covered in this special column.
eyes
(On March 14, 1988, | was asked by First American Bank to set up their
brokerage department for New York State. First American has 43 branches in
the" "
in
addition to three offices in New York City. | was promoted to security officer a
few weeks later.
We offer an array of services including money market accounts, repur-
agency securities, including U.S. Treasury bills, notes and bonds and federal
agencies such as FFCB, FHLB, FNMA and GNMA; municipal bonds, unit
investment trusts, discount f bonds and opti
at a reduced commission fee schedule.
There is no charge to purchase U.S. Treasuries issues to include U.S.
face value). We
also handle an array of mutual fund products and can arrange to have funds
withdrawn from your checking or savings account monthly if you are inter-
ested in doin " puret 1d in pre-
vious news columns here
We have been delayed by the state in setting up the payroll deduction
program once again, but will let you all know when itis in place.
noother
planning and portfolio reviews, to make sure your investments meet your
objectives. As you may recall, | am licensed as a stockbroker in 12 States,
registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as an investment
advisor, hold a NYS) I all types of duct
ae } | Chaves R. Booth sending a letter to our PACC Committ and
“ a f' ‘Vol. 28, No.8 Council 82 Enforcer \mittee members requesting they call
Messer di Hollis V. Chase Building, 61 Colvin Avenue, Albany, N.Y, 12206
SGM ———— ( Page 14)
THIS ISSUE IS RESPECTFULLY DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF RANGER JIM DeLAIRE
Our sincere sympathy to his family, loved ones and co-workers
members. In addition, all bank services are available both on the savings side
and lending side.
thank all are presently
e
‘September. One officer turned the use of his house over to the family of Ralph
so they could get rest and showers.
CO Bill Wilkinson was injured when a pickup decided to do a U-turn in
front of his July 6, 1988. Bill was admitted
Hospital in critical condition. Since that time the officers at Greene Correc-
tional Facility have been working their RDOs and now have Bill covered
through mid-September.
Atthe time of year when there are allot of officers on vacation, the weather
is hot and nice, we have not received our pay raise, and everyone else has
in number (280),
need. The administration and supervisors have cooperated 100 per cent with
Local 2681 in this effort.
At the time of this writing, July 18, Bill is home from the hospital and
9 He
along way togo. Aca
his recovery and build his morale. Send all cards to Ralph Melino, c/o Albany
Medical Center, Albany, NY 12208.
011790, Safety
(518)
447-4719 or toll-free (800) ~ 458-0974.
above services might fit your needs.
Plattsburgh Police Local 812 donated more than $325 to a young cancer victim recently. Principals
included (Irom lett) Officer Kurt Tobrocke, Nathan Zerrahn and father Michael, Nancy Maseno, Officer
Rodney Cartier and Beth Zerrahn. (See story at right.)
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
Toting votes of Lieutenants Local 2951 were Lt. Frank Windel (left) and Lt. Herbert C, Jones. Frank
Plattsburgh PD Plays
Game to Aid Baby Girl
Plattsburgh Police Department Local 812
recently battled WIZN radio personalities,
and everybody came out a winner as the
proceeds went to the parents of a 15-
month-old Keeseville girl battling a rare
form of cancer.
Officer Kurt Tobrocke, who was inter-
viewed for an extensive feature in the
Plattsburgh Press-Republican, said the un-
ion wanted to help little Mallory Zerrahn. "It
worked out great, and all the money raised
will go right to Mallory.”
While the paper didn't publish the score,
it was rumored to be about 12 to 1 in the
union's favor. Our thanks to Local 812 Pres-
ident Wayne Spinks and Vice President
Rodney Cartier for this welcome news item
Mt. McGregor Local 3023
Increases Scholarships
Local 3023, Mount McGregor Correc-
contribution and scholarship are in mem
ory of Nicholas Coutant, past president and
long-time union leader of the local
Having three applicants, the local de-
cided to hand out three awards because all
were highly deserving, according to Local
President John Brooks. Recipients were
Thomas C. Cronin Jr., who also won the
Council 82 $650 scholarship; Miss Stacy
Pitkin and Miss Michele Runnalls. Sincere
congratulations to all of them.
Kavanagh won the runott for trustee after a close vole with Andrew DeGaust ina four-man race.
Retiree Lashway Has One-Man Show
Jack Lashway, a tower guard at Green Haven Correctional Facility until his
ui
at Shannings Gallery in Red Hook, Columbia County. Here he and his wife
Janet "bookend” one of his paintings (top center) that is going to be used
‘nationally in a color textbook on animals of the north.
CO Rescues Man from Sinking Car
CO David Randall of Monterey Shock Incarceration Camp rescued an
elderly man from a sinking car in Eldridge Lake recently. Randall and a com-
panion plledthe man rom the water and placed him onthe Bank, covered him
with a blanket and called police. According to the Elmira Star-Gazette, Randall
Said he did not think there was “much to tell” about the rescue. “He just
happened to be driving by and helped as best he could.” Said a fellow officer
who tipped us of, "Davids the ype of man thal doosnt want any recognition
but think he deserves some
APD Cop's Daughter Salutatorian
Carol Lynn Roberson, daughter of Police Offi cer Carl Roberson of Albany
Police Officers Union Local 2841. was salutatorian of the Class of 1988 at
Albany High School. She will attend Junior College of Albany. Mer proud
father is assigned to Division One on the B shift. Carol Lynn won a State
Regents Scholarship, the Herbert Steinke Memorial Scholarship from Albany
Artist Group, and a Junior College of Albany Founders Scholarship, Our
thanks to APD's Terry Frank for this report.
Rangers Keep Getting Ink
Jim White, 21-year Forest Ranger, was the subject of a lengthy profile in
the Glens Falls Post-Star June 20. He covers the Bolton-to-Hague region. Lynn
Day, of the Warrensburg office, was quoted in another story. EnCon Lt. Robert
Henke pulled a boy from the Hudson River near Warrensburg but the efforts of
he and Ranger Bob Weitz to resusicitate him were not successful. They main-
tained a faint pulse, but doctors were unable to revive the 17-year-old. Ranger
Bill Sussdort of Schuyler Falls, Ranger Don Perryman of Ray Brook, Ranger
Lou Cruth, and Weitz were quoted in the Post-Star on the dangers of forest
fires during the recent dry spell
‘August 1988
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
Rangers’ President
James M. DeLaire
Dies at Age 41
James M. DeLaire, 41, of Glens Falls, died June 23, 1988, athishome
after along illness. He was president of the Forest Rangers Local 1872 at
the time of his death
dim was elected vice president of the local in 1979 and president in
1984. He was a member of Council 82's Executive Board and served on
the Law Enforcement Policy Committee since 1982
He was honored by his local in February 1988 when a living scholar-
ship {und was established in his name for the members and families of
Local 1872. Donations for that fund may be forwarded to Bernard Siska-
vich, treasurer, Local 1872, PO Box 104, Wanakena, NY 13695, OnJuly5 a
maple tree was planted in his memory at the entranceway to the EnCon
Building at Warrensburg. (A report and photos from that touching
ceremony will be carried in a future issue.)
Brother DeLaire was a member of the West Glens Falls Fire Company
and the Glens Falls City Fire Department before joining the Rangers Jan
18, 1968. He served in Fort Ann until 1976, then took over the Argyle
territory for 12 years until his illness.
He was a member of the Out-of-State Fire Team in Montana in 1979,
sented a plaque to Council 82 in 1984 for our united effort in turning back a
proposed layott of half the Forest Ranger force statewide. The plaque co’
Accepting award is then-President (now executive director) Richard J
Bischert; at left, then-President Lynn Day Sr. of Local 1872.
in California in 1985 and in Oregon in 1987. Burial was in St. Alphonsus
Cemetery, Queensbury.
the expense of the union’s contract—long
T
yy County Civic
ecupied with the center at t
same retirement system as all other police agencies and law enforcement
bodies have. The legislature later approved the retirement and details and
financing are now being negotiated. Leading the demonstration were (from
let Ron Hoyt, Local 775 president; Edward J. Cleary, president of the
Stale Federation, AFL-CIO; Walter B. Cavanagh, Council 82 field staff coordi-
nator and Local 775 chiet negotiator.
Pe ee ’
Pageau at Death Penalty Rally
Stephen C. Pageau (center) was among the representatives of law enforce-
ment personnel across the state who gathered in “the well” of the State
penalty. The associate director of Council 82 was introduced by Sen. Dale
Volker, as was Jim Tutfey, president of Albany Police Officers Local 2841. At
right tront is Marty Byrne, father of the New York City police officer who was
ruthlessly slain in his patrol car on a drug case.
Local 1272 President Jack Kiroy presents a plaque of appreciation to Tim Rounds.
Joseph. James.
uma,
tion Policy Chairman Thomas P. Kennedy Ill, Staff Representative Dale Sears.
Council 82 Offers
Free Legal Services
1 (800) 548-1160
Mann, Correc-
3
tional Facility in Wilton, recently increased y
its own local scholarship award of $00 by g
- $400 contributed by facility employees. The Es
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
Page 6
Correction Policy Chairman Thomas P. Kennedy II!
‘Council 82 Executive Vice President James T. Mann, president of Attica CF Local
1040, vocalizes a strong point during floor del
ah.
Correction Policy Tr
August 1988
—
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ll White, president of Local 1279, Comstock
August 1988 COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
Correction Policy Convenes
Kathy McCormack, Council 82 legislative director
the AF:
DC, discusses Capito! Hill developments at the policy meeting.
The Correction Policy Committee, ofttimes called
simply Correction Policy, convened May 23 and 24 in the
Day's Inn, Menands.
The opening afternoon session was largely consumed
with speeches by those pictured on these two pages, plusa
long and heated discussion on mailing problems, particu-
larly with the contract-approval (or rejection) ballot, but
also with Enforcer and AFSCME mailings.
Correction Policy Chairman Thomas P. Kennedy III
said most of those problems had been solved in recent
weeks, and that new change-of-address cards are now
available in any quantity to any local needing them,
Discussion the second day centered on AIDS—the
Council stands firm in its demand for more isolation
facilities—and staffing shortages throughout the state.
Steve Fantauzzo, AFSCME regional director for New York State
Page 8 COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
August 1988
e bond mere and
mt
Teen pertain
cing
Athead table are (Irom left) Tony Zon, deputy superintendent of pr
service |
deputy superintendent of administrative services.
rogram
aith Tripi, Region 6 first vice president, CSEA; Bill Hopkins,
Trio of stalwart
82 field statt re
's are (trom left) Mike
resentative; Tom Wi
Restaurant-quali
Clark, past, presidente 7
ite, Local ea ireasnneal 2556; Bob Maloney, Council
i th}
wn
vi
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ity equipment is the kitchen’s mainst
Groveland
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
h « . F a & —
Proud of new center are (from lett) Gary Butters, Pat Eodice, Mike Rhodes, Charlene Rankin, Fred Frankie (plant superintendent), Ken Herbert (QWL
il Bill Dzik d (who, with Eodi
Large bathrooms are attractive and functional.
ee
Chuck Booth (
right), public rel f
82 and QW to executive bean Bi oaiey 8 eltor ofthe Enforcer
2iKOWSki (lft), Gary Butters Presets a plac
Gary Butlers ang Ue On behal of
Larry Hyland.
(4:
Posing with Butters’ plaque are (from left) Sgt. Mike Rhodes, past Quality of Working Life chairman
tee; Diane (Mrs. Gary) Butters; Local 2556 President Lawrence Hyland; Charlene Rankin, a senior
who Is frst of the CSEA unit at
Page 10 COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER - _August 1988
This kitchen crew has every
From left: Lucy Skye, Carol Swan, Kathy Ambrose, Del Streeter and Dan Foley.
Watertown
Morale Is Up, Attitude Positive
CO Terry Parent
(seated) andhis fam-
ily chat with Mike
Booth at the QWL
Center spaghetti
feast.
Each of these outside gang officers deserves a big thanks for thelr assist-
‘ance in completing the QWL Building. From left: Correction Olticers Frank
Guerin, Mike Higgins, Bil! Devlin and Paul Thorpe.
Caren
i
4 Superintendent Andrew i
\ Peters is served by his|
wife Edie at the QWL
family dinner.
9 3to-11 Jim Davis, COs FrankT y it
Scott Hanson, Ron Young, Richard French and Doug Clement; (photo at right) Jim Gray, Stephen Hazelton, Lee Roney and Dean Foster.
August 1988 COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER Page 11
Dynamic Duo Michele Carlton and Dwayne Young
The union executive board at WCF includes ({rom left) Jim Davis, vice president; Michael Booth,
president; Nick Kogut, steward; Scott Renshaw, political action chairman; Merril Devlin, steward;
ward; Lenny . steward; Dan Foley, Paul Chartrand, secretary.
For other board members, see story, Page 12.
= or aca
a \ J ‘Rie 3
| wv Executive management team and union chief at Watertown CF are (from left) Robert Fisher, deputy
' | i Local
|
we Roy Girdich, deputy superintendent in charge of security.
‘3-to-11 shift lineup: CO Robert Fields, CO Tom Kiernan CO Eric Tester
Page 12
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
___ August 1988
Adirondack Has Employee Fair
Gina Rabideau Norton, treasurer of Local 866, Adirondack Correctional Facility
jay Brook, was coordinator of the recent Sth annual Employee Falr in the
1d Employee
‘attended and enjoyed a fine buffet lunch as a bonus.
CO Louis Fournier and two colleagues visit the Council 82 booth at Adiron-
dack. Merchants donated dozens of door prizes for the indoor fal
Watertown CF Morale Skyrocketing
(Full photo feature, Pages 10 and 11)
visible
Morale the aura of
on Dry Hill
It is evident on every level, from the nine-man drill eam to the security
‘he drill
teamisied by Sgt. Lance Mason, former acto Local ‘se Ithas won so
many he’s lost count, 22, 1966)
and you see and feel the security operating ‘aficienty at every turn,
Mike Booth, president of Loca 1648, said, "Morale has skyrocketed since
ty with. I think:
the best deputy for There are programs
for every inmate. There needn't be any idleness if an inmate doesn't want it
andy ete,
Watertown CF was also a SEFA (State Employee Fund Appeal) leader in
Local 1548 officers not shown in the group photograph on Page 11 are:
Pete Clough, treasurer; Joe Thomas Don Van Alstyne and Al Weeks, executive
board; Pat Cooley and T sidy, trustees; Howard Seymour, John
Gardner and Rus Seifried, stewards.
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Camp Drum Army base, everyone we talked to would welcome another jail, or
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COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
Letters
Puma, Hite Praised by 2556
Dear Chuck:
On July 15, 1987,.
degree assault. On June 7, 1988, the trial began with the public defender filing
1 notice of motion to subpoena the officer's personal history folder in an
attempt to discredit the officer who had been attacked.
joe Puma, president of Council 82, was immediately notified, and realizing the
possible future effects of such a court decision, put the union's legal staff on
T
thana
the case at hand. Correction employees personal history folders should re-
main confidential, period!
The Judge agreed with Council 82, the defense attorney offered very little
defense, and the inmate was found guilty on both counts of assault 2nd.
to the Editor
Bosket Is No Animal...
To the Enforcer:
Please don't refer to Willie Bosket Jr. as an “animal” (Enforcer, Page 1, June
'88, Vol. 25, No. 6)
It's an insult to the animals.
ACOs Wite
Plattsburgh
Open Letter from Mid-Orange
Fellow Brothers and Sisters:
toall C82,
Sims from Mid-Orange, Local 2982.
The executive board at Mid-Orange would like to publicly state that Sims had
On behalf of
thank Joe Puma, forth
Victory in this possible "test case.” You were there when we needed you.
Sincerely,
—CO Steve Wenderlich
Executive Board, Local 2556,
Chier, Panarello Lauded for Medals
To the Editor:
Congratulations to Donald Chier, Univesity Police ines and Lori fe
narello, Uni
New York Statewide Police Olympics held in Albany ‘June 7-12.
Investigator Chier won the silver medal in the high jump masters division.
Chie, 8 a ie ‘year veteran of the University Police Department at SUNY-
Olympics, andasin
preven Wen brought a medal back to Binghamton with him.
Officer Panarello, a three-year veteran at Binghamton, competed in the
t for vendet-
hh
steward once before, but was restored to his previous position only after he
gave us his word that he understood the mission of this local. We are sorry to
as shop steward.
There are times when this local does not agree with the Council, but we have
never, nor will we ever, resort to personal attacks,
‘The Coureil has been very cooperative with us on many occasions and we
de by Officer
Sims Tnevetolgsims int thes was somethings Mr Bischert, thenhe
should call Mr. Bischert to straighten out any misunderstanding that he be-
lieves there may be. Instead he chose to make unfounded personal attacks as
geton with in
the garbage. Respectfully,
Larry Weiss
Secretary-treasurer, Local 2962
toughest cop alive competition involves participating in a variety of athletic
challenges and is a true test of a person’s ability
Congratulations to both Chier and Panarello for once again representing the
University Police in the finest fashion!
—Inv. Timothy R. Faughnan
University Police, SUNY-Binghamton
‘Angelo Allesandro of Gasport has been elected president of Orleans
Correctional Facility Local 1393, succeeding Michael Brooks. Clyde Mayer of
North Tonawanda is new vice president (moving up from 4th VP), Thomas Van
Camp of Buffalo is secretary, succeeding Cheryl Elsenheimer. Mike Spin of
Lockport retains the treasurer's seat
John Stanforth, former treasurer and long-time union activist, has been
elected Facility Local 1041
new vice president; treasurer. T me
retaining their positions are Edward Albright, Thomas Buschel and Fichard
Connor. Convention delegate is Peter VanScoy; trustees, Ronald Hunlock,
Gary Southard and Lawrence Hertle.
There have been two changes in vice presidencies in Local 1792, University
Police Officers. In Region 3, Howard Curie, incumbent secretary, replaces
long-time activist Tony Katsur. L. Jean Young replaces Kurt Hermann in
Region 7. Charles y
stewards for Stony Brook,
Dan Kane of Ilion has succeeded Pete Berezny as vice president at Mid-
State Correctional Facility Local 2169. Erle Johnson of Frankfort succeeds
Chris LaBoda as secretary. John Dooley of Utica and David Herr of Herkimer
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Chiddy, Thomas Talbot, Sue Wilson and Martin Kaczanowakl, Incumbent
president is Dan Kuligowski
Ronald Ramsen of Flushing is new president at Bayview Correctional
Facility Local 2825. Taking Ramsen’s seat on the executive board is Tim
McKellar. Owen McKenzie is new chief steward.
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oldest locals, Auburn Correctional Facility Local 1447, He succeeds Dave
DeChick. New vice president is Michael Graney of Auburn, who succeeds
Brian MacDavitt. William P. Wilczek of Auburn was re-elected secretary.
Treasurer Joseph Rabuano of Auburn succeeds Robert Westover. Chet
Lane
gates will be Orin J. Snow of auburn Brian MacDavitt and Barry McArdle of
Syracuse. Trustees are Michael O'Sullivan of Port Byron, Thomas Casasanta
‘of Auburn and Robert Westover. Sergeant-at-arms is Michael Emerson of
‘Skaneatles Falls
Steven Fredericks of Taberg has been elected president of the new Local
8282, Oneida Correctional Facility (formerly part of Rome Developmental
Center property) in Rome. Vice president is George Wagner of Whitesboro;
secretary, Justin Thomas; treasurer, Frank Zimmerman of Blossvale. Gabe
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serving with chief steward Mary Krukowski are George Garlick of Little Falls
(assistant chief), Gerald Hoyland of Remsen, Willlam Tuttle of Marcy and
Stephen Miranda of Waterville.
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Joseph Redmond. Duane A. Green was re-elected president.
Collins Correctional Facility Local 1406 lists several changes including
William Langdon as first voe president, Richard Taczkowakl as recording
secretary, Gr AlViterna
and Jerry Busearino as trustees. Other stewards are Venice Brown, Alan
Steve Snyder, Jim Stevens, Re~
gion 3 vice president; Douglas Mastin, at-large executive boarder. Thomas
McGowen, Region 5 vice president
Kelth VanVlack of Gardiner has been elected treasurer of Local 613,
Wallkill Correctional Facility, succeeding Donald Curfman, Jettrey Pultz of
Newburgh takes Keith's seat on the executive board.
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New DMV ‘Points’ Listed
The Department of Motor Vehicles has announced it will increase
Points for various traffic violations beginning July 1
Points
Violation Old New
‘Speeding (MPH over posted limit)
1 to 10 303
11 to 20 304
21 to 90 356
31 to 40 5 8
Over 40 5 on
Reckless driving 305
Failing to stop for school bus 2 5
Following too closely (tailgating) 34
Inadequate brakes 2 4
Failing to yield right-of-way 303
Disobeying traffic control signal, stop sign or
yield sign 2 3
Railroad crossing violation 2 3
Improper passing or lane use 3
Leaving scene of an incident involving property
damage or animal 2 3
Child safety restraint violation 0 3
Failing to wear seat belt—adult o 4
Any other moving violation 2 2
© 11 points in 18 inDMV
tion hearing. Points are assessed as of violation date.
® New point levels apply to violations occurring on or after July 1, 1988.
Finishing Touch
Executive Director Richard J. Bischert affixes his signature to the contract
negotiated by his Council 82 committee and the Governor's Office of Em-
ployee Relations. Looking on is negotiator Rich Petter, Local 102, State Park
Director's Corner (Continued from Page 2) — Poice, ana counc 82 aw enforcement plicy chairman,
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revocations, regardless of points
write letters to their legislators with a strong expression of their feelings.
Perhaps this will discourage further delays.
Congratulations to Gingello Memo to Governor Cuomo:
Congratulations to Anthony Gingello, president of Council 66, in his.
recent election as an AFSCME International vice president. Councils 82, 66
and 35 formed a coalition to elect Tony. District Council 1707, based in New
York City, has held this Board seat for several years. It was our belief the
needs, there-
fore, the coalition was formed and it will benefit all of our members. We wish
Tony the best of luck
85 per cent of your subjects favor the death pen-
alty. 99.9 per cent of your correction officers
favor the death penalty. Does that suggest any-
thing to you?
August 1988 COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
RangerR. J.
to Assemblyman Alexander B. Grannis (left), Democrat-Liberal rom Manhattan, Local 1872 President Thomas Eakin (left) of Lake Pleasant presents a Forest
during Rangers Lobby Day May 17 In Albany inchey (D-L, Ulster
latter's office in the Legislative Ottice uiling Albany.
Forest
Rangers’
Legislative Director Kathy McCormack (above) addresses
of the New York State AFL-CIO Building in Albany. Other
Speakers included Legislative Chairman Tim Rounds (seated,
Photo at right), Elleen Shaughnessy (standing) and Zena
Sternbach, both political action representatives from
AFSCME's Albany office.
Forest Rangers listen to words of wisdom from Ed Draves (far right in
photo below), AFSCME's voice on Capitol Hill In Albany.
With'a backérop of the flags of the United States and New York State,
lobbyists-for-a-day from Forest Rangers Local 1872 listen to advisors.
Auyust 09)
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
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‘ers June 3 at their annual dinner. From left: Roger Weldon, Jack Doyle, Norm Ducharme, Earl Covell, Mark Stow.
Clinton CF Local 1272 honored 13 retiring otic
Robert Mullady. Not in attendance were Raymond Shatraw, Wyman Lee, Fred Brean and Maurice Fregeau
Francis Islas, Robert Cane, Harold Cromie and
haw eos
Altica Local 1040 president and executive vice president of Council 82: Joseph
P, Puma, president of Council 82: Dale Sears. C82 field representative.
This trio of veteran Clinton COs are also veteran union officers. From left
Exccutive Vice President Paul Doner. Treasurer Sherwood (Woody) Dubrey
and Executive Board Member Wayne (Spike) Dashnaw.
President Jack Kiroy (lelt) and past president Tim Rounds (right) are 4
surrounded by old friend and colleague Sherman Rebideau. f
rat
Tim Rounds expresses thanks for plaque and gilt. Behind him are (from
Jack Joseph P. Pum .
Vice President James T. Mann, Correction Policy Chairman Thomas P. 7“ * ” Y
Kennedy Ill, C82 field representative Dale Sears and Local 1272 Vice Tim Rounds
President Paul Doner. Party was in Plattsburgh VFW Hall ‘who was given this power winch in appreciation of his many years’ work for the local.
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