€82 got excellent press coverage at its news conferences
in Albany, Washington and Staten Island announcing
world’s first-ever "Captivity Coverage” insurance. Princi
pals (trom |., photo at |.) Nels E. Carlson, executive vice
president of the Jardine Group: Joseph P. Puma. C82
president; Richard J, Bischert, C82 executive director.
What's My Line? Whose line-up is this but that at the new Cape Vincent Correctional Facility. Photos and story, Pages 6 through 8.
Page 2
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
February 1989
Here We Go Round the Budget Bush
January 1989 Budget Blues.
Every year we see the same cycle . . . the Governor's State of the State
message and the floating of trial balloons to see the public's reaction. Later
projected savings when state workers are layed off. Then, for the next several
‘April
1," a deadline that seems simply cannot be met. Through all of this finger-
pointing, public employees and their families suffer the unknown: Will the
bread winner lose his or her job as a state employee? The end result is usually
everything remains the same, with some changes to selected employee
groups.
The Governor tried to lay off a large percentage of EnCon Forest Rangers
several years ago, but once the public saw the impact (through information
provided by was withdrawn, Now
‘On one pag}
expects to create 38 new positions, but on another page, it expresses the
Does that make sense?
Hind it interesting how the news media provides the Governor with com
for thos ‘making it sound
like these changes must be accomplished in the manner proposed. This is
usually Page 1 material and/or the 6 p.m. TV ead story. Usually, on the same
day, the newspapers and TV broadcasters will have a buried story of the
Th plaints by
local town or county officials of the problems surrounding the solid waste
dump sites and the lack of investigation or inspection by the understaffed
EnCon employees.
Director's Corner
By Richard J. Bischert
Executive Director
what.”
tions on certain “pay or benefits”
applied in preventing those proposed layoffs. Council 82 would not consider
‘such a proposal, so don't ask. Until then, maybe the Governor should recon-
sider giving the management confidential employees and commissioners of
state agencies a raise. Let's not forget the 32 per cent raise the Legislature
received. Too bad, so sad; try another tactic. All of this sounds like “shock
incarceration” for the “family members” of New York State.
Council 82 Calendar Books
ce Inthe
book there was a listing of inmate rule violations as an employee quick-
for ting almost a year in advance, we
were unaware of a reve "standard of Inmate Behavior" edition which was
there are also illegal dump sites in operation. Wouldn't it be nice if the editors
nd TV pr revie the Governor's
position along side the needs of the taxpayers as expressed by the locally
elected officials? Perhaps then we wouldn't be subjected to the present one-
, the rest of the
world gets sound bites. II-conceived proposals are no less ill-conceived be-
cause they are presented by the Governor.
Sin Taxes vs, Reduction in the State Personal Income Taxes
Govern gasolin
and alcohol, Instead,
of the personal income tax reduction implemented in 1986, The third year of
the income tax reduction only favors wealthy New Yorkers, those who make
more than $125,000 a year. Along with this, the Governor proposes to use the
trang}
calendar t in
some cases. Employees should review the revised edition for report writing,
Improper identification of rule violations could possibly adversely affect the
issued a memo to all work sites advising of this problem.
Grievance and Arbitration
Council 82 staff are presently programming the computers for the griev-
‘ance procedure. Once that partis done, Council staff will then proceed with
implementing the arbitration program. We are hopeful to complete the griev-
ance process by Abril 1, 1989.
Speaking of grievances, the Grievance Resolution Program is obtaining
good results. There has been a reduction of grievances submitted to the
second step (agency level). But, there has been an increase in the number
OER),
isn't it, that on one hand they proposed lay-offs of state employees and then
: funds
flatly rejected,
}0ER
field representatives. Council 82 has also filed an improper practice charge
against GOER for failing to hear third-step grievances in a timely manner. As
you know, Council 82 is the only major Public Employee Union in NYS that
wor
Finally, the real issue: the Governor complains about the
rksites. Othe
raises which he says are 5 per cent. Wrong, Governor! p ash in
the '88-89 agreement.
Why All This Baloney?
{twould appear to me that all of this baloney is for one purpose: threaten
the lay-off of state workers, create hysteria among employees and then later
| _
@ hoe
‘DitciarPuteatonetCon
ie AFSCME AFL-CIO)
Richard J. Bischert
Execute Ovector
Joueph P. Puma
President
tophen C.Pageau Roland F. Martin James Seoraell
Vice President Associate Director 3surer Secrola
Executive Board
dom Bkorinaty Nathaniel Grinnage
Charles Cam Wendell Hill
present his postion to a representative of GOER.
Under the Duty of Fair Representation, Council 82 has pursued many
grievances to GOER, even some with questionable grounds fora final review.
Because of the Duty of Fair Representations, Council 82 and other public
employee unions have supported legislation that would have corrected the
Baker vs. Board of Education 1987.
ot have recently received from Art Wilcox of the NYS AFL-CIO, the Gover
rreadingall of the
/ernor in his veto message,
pp
al, which continues the hardship placed upon labor unions. Strange that on
hand GO
ted to their level, and then goes on record recommending disapproval of
legislation that could have possibly reduce the grievance flow to their office.
Fitting justice!
Orlando, Here We Come
plan for all its members.
All Destoatons.i Inc., and Piedmont Vacations, are offering a
Richard Petfer
Richard Stevens
Richard Wallkas
tive til April 15, 198.
or Gwynne at All Destinations, ine, Call collect (318) 785-3046, Please
Identity yourself as a member of Council 82 when calling.
Rodeway Inn at Orlando, Fla., continues to offer a special price to
Council 82 members. The rate through April 18, up to four
Persons (a standard room with two double beds). An ‘allrnative of &
up
to six persons at $60 a night.
Reservations must be made in advance and the member should
Charles A Booth
Council 2 Enforce Feb
Hala’ Ghase Buitcng 61 Colvin Avenue, Albany. NY. 2206 (818) 48
sate
when space Is available, Further information
vallable by calling (toll
free) 1-800-826-4847, Ask for Jeannie Wilson. Y cali
bruary 1989
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
Page3
News Coverage Was Sensational
Council 82 began 1989 like no other year
in our history: with a first-ever program in
the country, “Council 82 Captivity Cover-
age.” After announcing this program in the last edi-
tion of the Enforcer, Executive Director Richard
Bischert; Nels Carlson, executive vice president of
Jardine Group Services Corp., and myself found
ourselves doing three press conferences to an-
ounce this innovative program. These press con-
ferences were as follows:
—Jan. 6, 1989, at 11 a.m. Council 82 conference
room, the Hollis V. Chase Building
1989, at 11 am. AFSCME International
office, Washington, D.C.
—Jan. 10, 1989, at 11 am, Arthur Kill Correctional
Facility, Staten Island, N.Y.
The press coverage at all these sites proved to be
quite impressive. In particular, the initial Albany
press conference provided Council 82 with not only
great newspaper and radio coverage, but also expo-
‘ure on two major television stations (ABC and NBC
affiliates). | believe the amount of press coverage
touched the entire state from the New York Daily
News to the Plattsburgh Press-Republican to the
Washington Post. There was also a short article in
USA Today, a national newspaper. Executive Direc-
tor Bischert and | did, literally, 25 to 30 radio inter-
views. | was also informed by several local presi-
dents that they were contacted by local radio sta-
tions and newspapers for their comments. We have
also provided interviews for several insurance type
magazines and the Wall Street Journal. This cover-
age was truly outstanding
I believe this shows the type of union Council 82is,
not only to our members, but also to the rest of the
country. This program is one that | am extremely
proud of, as your president, and obviously | also
hopewenever have o utilize. tshows that Council
82is.a union that through its members’ dues returns
benefit programs back to the membership. And, also
proves that Council 82 dues not only offer benefits
when they are either sued or threatened, but rather
when these benefits are the right thing to do for its
membership. On this page you will find several clips
from newspapers around the state.
Sandy, sary 7,198
Corrections officers, police win hostage ir insurance
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bonded ‘rviapin kero te
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SAYS A LOT ABOUT OUR UNIONS
FAITH IN MANAGEMENT!
a
From the President
By Joseph P. Puma
Council 82 President
Council 82
Scholarship Applications
lam happy to announce that the 1989
C82 Scholarship applications have
been sent out to all C82 Local Presi-
dents. It is important to note that all
completed applications MUST be post-
marked no later than Feb. 28 1989. Any
application dated later will be disquali-
fied. All applications must be com-
pleted in their entirety and the appli-
cant's parent must be a Member in
Good Standing.
Lastly, in the case of statewide lo-
cals, the applicants must contact their
local presidents for the applications.
Once received by local presidents,
these applications for the statewide un-
its come directly from the local leaders,
not the Council office. Further, these
applications should not be solicited or
taken from other locals at your facility.
Next Issue
The Enforcer visits
Greene Correctional Fa-
cility with camera and
pen. It's the featured
prison in the March
issue.
eed
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
Round-up of
Personal Notes
d mA
This gang came here to work! At the Hollis V. Chase Building to pack up
Local
1738;
Kenmegy, “CP chairman; Walter B. Cavanagh, tia sa coordinator.
Tim Rounds, Council 82 legislative chairman, was honored along with
ne Bernard Walker, for “outstanding dedication of service to the Northeast
u
Rounds was vice president of the Labor Coalition of Clinton, Essex and
10th anniversary bangu
just re-elected without opposition for his sixth two-year term as treasurer.
Walker was also re-elected to his sixth term as vice president. Fromlett, at the
jet in Dominic's Restaurant, Plattsburgh, were:
; Steve Miller, president of NELC and the CWA local; Walker.
Safety Sergeants at Employee Day
Score 2 for Safety at PI
While on duty on the 11 p.m.-7 a.m. shift Dec, 2 at N.Y. State Psychiatric
Institute, Sgt. Jonathan Mendell and Officer Peter Leddy were on a burglary
stake-out. They observed two perpetrators go up the side of the building, Sgt
Mendell immediately requested a back-up from NYPD. He instructed Officer
Leddy, who immediately sealed off one of the two escape points. He enlisted
the aid of Columbia Presbyterian Security (which borders Pl). This forced the
perpetrators unknowingly to come out the only other way, where Sgt, Mendel}
Fa ete wo NYO fics and ere wating hen
sion dropping it down a wooded hill. Sgt. Mendell assisted the police
officers in the arrest, with Safety Officer Garland Ested who assisted in the
the pri Satety Officer
recovered the stolen property. The perpetrators were charged with burglary
and criminal possession of stolen property, grand larceny. They were also
believed to be responsible for numerous past burglaries which now have
stopped because of the team effort and dedication of those involved
Sgt. Mendell told the Enforcer, "We are talking about an area of the city
where two New York City Police Officers were killed in the same evening in
eparate incidents a short while ago. It's something to think about. We are
proud of our achievement.
Clinton CF Employees Raise Funds
for Children of Late CO, Wife
(On Dec. 8, a fund-raising event was held for the children of late Correc:
tional Officer ife Kimberlee. Gary anc
ically killed in an automobile accident in Vermont in early November. The
fund-raising was organized by Correction Oticers Gene Gilbert and Michael
O'Connell whose rock band "Kicker" provided entertainment for the fund
raiser. Over 250 people, primarily Clinton CF Correctional Officers and civilian
employees were in attendance at "On the Rocks”, a local night club in Morti-
sonville. Correction Officers Gilbert and O'Connell wish to thank all Clinton
Correctional employees for contributing more than $2,500 in cash. Support
{rom all employers was greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Gene Gilbert and Michael O'Connell.
SUNY Publishes Lashway Poster
Jack Lashway of Pleasant Valley a wildlife artist, recently had one of his
paintings used for a poster by the State University of New York—Plattsburgh
Canadian Studies Program Director Or. Richard Beach contacted Jack
during 1988 to look at his painting, "White Animals of the North.” After he and
his staff viewed the work they decided it would fit
very well into their plans for a series of posters to be
released by his department. Jack's work isthe firstin
the series.
The posters now printed and ready fordistribu-
tion to schools and other institutions throughout the
U.S. and Canada. The Autumn edition (1988) of the
Teaching Canada guide summarizes the poster and
a related program in which instruction about the
various animals can be interrelated with natural
sciences and social sciences.
Lashway has had several of his wildlife paint-
ings used on magazine covers in the past. He is now
working in his studio on several commissioned
paintings. Also in the works is an illustrated chil-
dren's book which will be ready for publication
sometime in 1990. Lashway is a retired tower guard
from Green Haven CF.
Briefly Stated
Congratulations to Nell Ross for continuing excel-
lence in the publication of the £.C.0. Review. The
fall issue has eight pages chock full of editorials,
columns by chair officers, features, photos, car-
toons, praises and potshots. tis the official publica-
tion of Local 1873, Environmental Conservation Po-
lice.
The 21st annual convention of Council 82 will be
held at the Ramada Renaissance Hotel in Saratoga
Springs. Dates and details will be announced in fu-
ture issues
A.union of garment workers in Mexico is seeking
donations of cash and office equipment and sup:
plies for their organization. if successful—and we
certainly wish them Godspeed—they will represent
750,000 seamstresses. if your local, or perhaps @
civic or social group in your community, can con
February 1989
msrrnrcmaol
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
fellow union members at the Employee Information Day Dec. 7 at Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center, Utica. All are from Midstate CF, Marcy.
C82 Men Start Crime Prevention Program
Two Midstate correction officers, Timothy Collins and Oale Ferris, re
cently originated a pilot program called Corrections Crime Prevention Team.
‘They presented their program at the recent Employee Information Day at the
Pinefield Children and Youth Unit of Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center, Utica,
The following excerpts from CCPT's literature at the fair explains the
format
Joanne Christine Grimaldi (second irom tight) was the Central New York
ity of Working Li
Corrections Crime Prevention Team is a group of employees {rom the
Department of Corrections who are dedicated to helping troubled young
people by educating them about the realities of prison life.
Is CCPT Like the “Scared Straight” Program?
No. Scared Straight used older inmates that are incarcerated for crimes
such as murder and rape. They intimidated young people for a short period of
time but had no lasting effect primarily because young people could not see
themselves as serious offenders
CCPT uses teen-age inmates incarcerated for relatively minor crimes asa
catalyst between reality and the misbehavior of young people at risk of them-
selves being incarcerated. CCPT tries to match up those youths referred for
counseling with inmates of the same age, who were involved in the same type
of misadventures. Ths is not difficult to do since teen-age inmates constitute
over 10 per cent of the NYSDOCS population. There are over 75 teen-age
inmates at Midstate alone, Such inmates voluntarily participate in discussion
sessions with young people in an honest appeal to reason rather than an
emotional play on fear.
1987
by the courts in Utica and Oneida County. as well as Herkimer and Madison
‘counties, as an alternative to incarceration with positive results.
Does the State Run CPT?
No. The Department he
providing material
Collins and Ferris to coordinate the program. The many steering committee
members, as well as other qualified Corrections employees, are the backbone
of tis successful endeavor.
CCPT operates on philanthropic contributions. Everyone who is asso-
ciated with CCPT volunteers their time and energy. However, itis noteworthy
the CCPT program, will
have significant financial benefit for the public. At the present time the De-
artment of C
an annual cost of $28,000 per inmate, or $140 million. This figure does not
inclu The CCPT program
lowing Offi
‘any amount,
al 1790, Council 82, AFSCME,
ily Committee and ask about the “September 19
Sol. Bll M
Sot.
hae Mohawk Valley
Union.” Call (518) 462-1988 or (518) 465-4585.
1979,
Is or . The Enforcer
reserdng this photo in the December issue.
can be expected to dramatically reduce these figures with considerable sav-
ings to the taxpayer
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
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Cape Vincent CF
STORY, MORE PHOTOS, Page 8
nee ¢
onan co Timothy Bezio
Yin the SHU controt room
a
V4
’
her and CO Joseph A, Catalina
h Flack
‘CO James kitle (seated) with CO Brian
in the m
im corridor |
" ding * 7
‘intenance Dull CO Michael Devine and CO Dean Mecioa~
‘CO Kevin Fra
Outside the truck trap tower ‘
nthe gymnasiu
CO Ronald Walker McConnell.
Sgt. Boyce Rawson (left), CO Brian Canell (center) and CO Gene Austin CO Milton Davis CO Larry Grott
or Making radio contact ing room desk
n duty in Secure Housing Unit (SHU) In the commissary In reception area
ry
Wate
68
ESR
‘0 Jackie Warner
‘Takes charge in the package room
Li
CO Todd Petranchuk (left) and Lt. Kevin O'Neil
Meeting in disciplinary grievance office
CO John Cobb
‘ALA? Housing desk
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
CO Francis Shaw
Officer of lawn gang in truck
February 1989
CO Kenneth David, CO Mark Stephenson (center) and CO Andrew Binsley
Keeping a close watch on the facility's infirmary
ape Vincent Local 3599, a practiced observer would guess, will have few
}growing pains. Its leadership is composed of union veterans from other
facilities and it already seems to have a good working relationship with its
superintendent, Jack O'Keefe, who traded the reins at Ogdensburg CF to
come here,
Joe Thomas, Clayton resident, recently of Watertown CF, isthe fledgling
union's president. Charles Ransear of Chaumont is vice president; Andrew
Norris, Watertown, secretary; Thomas Cotter, Watertown, treasurer. Executive
board members are veterans John Cleary Sr. George Bearup and Patricia
LeConey; trustees, Vera Gregory, Arthur Mahon and Laurie Murphy; chief
steward, Patrick Leddy.
Deputy Superintendent of Security Floyd G. Bennett, a well-known old
ro, says, "We try to make the officers’ jobs clearly defined. I's a good jail.”
Thomas and Ransear said ll the inmates are trom New York City, all arein
for less than a year, and the great majority are “not as well disciplined as state
inmates.
once or twice a week. ‘ .
Of the 248 correction officers, about 100 are one-year men, a remarkable
number considering that this will probably be soon regarded as one of the
more desirable worksites. Its Thousand Islands (St. Lawrence River) scenic
attractions, some of the best salmon fishing in America, and a rural, less frantic
lifestyle all combine to make it a wonderful area in which to bring up a family.
There are 15 sergeants and eight lieutenants represented by Council 82
Inmate capacity is 756, with 32 in the Special Housing Unit and 10 in the
infirmary.
Cape Vincent CF is the standard "cookie cutter” design with most housing
in open dorms. thas a 1.6 mile perimeter and is considered very secure.
ie
Lae
CO John Stage
In the main control center
February 1989
Governor Cuomo delivered his State of the State message to a packed
house Jan. 4, 1989. Hi tot!
lation rate,
and somehow get rid of a $2 billion deficit,
The line of lobb; and others with suggt to
deal with the deficit is endless
for
those of our y
000 figure.
changes.
TIER Il REFORM: As a Christmas present to all Tier lil members, the
Governor signed a bill which will make the three percent contribution you
donate each month to your pension tax deductible, This bill, Chapter 782, will
save you paying taxes on 3 per cent of your salary.
ALBANY DEPUTY SHERIFF LEGISLATION SIGNED: Governor Cuomo
signed Chapter 771 on Dec. 30, 1988, enabling all Albany County Deputy
Sheriffs to retire after 25 years,
REINTRODUCING BILLS: | have been reintroducing bills for the 1989
session, Most of the fiscal notes are not ready, but as soon as they are, they will
be introduced.
HEALTH BEAT 4S
By Elona Hamarich .
(82 Health Pian Specialist
Happy 1989, Council 82 wishes you and your family a happy and healthy
New Year. As you are aware, Jan. 1, 1989, started the New Empire Plan
provisions. in light of this, this column is going to address some of the most
common questions Council 82 members have had about the "New Empire
Plan.”
Cards
Q. Do! need anew prescription drug card?
No, your New York Government Employee Benefit Card also serves as
your prescription drug card. The co-payment for a “brand name” drug is $3.
Co-payment for “generic” drugs will be $1. The co-payment for mail order
maintenance drugs is zero.
Q._Itlamenrolled in an HMO, does Council 82 have a separate prescrip-
tion drug card for which { am eligible?
No, Council 82 does not have a separate prescription drug program.
Your prescription drugs are covered by the Empire Plan or the HMO you have
elected. Your HMO should provide you with prescription drug coverage.
Please consult your HMO’s explanation of benefit for the terms of your pre-
scription coverage as it varies from HMO to HMO.
Q. Do! need a pediatric immunization card?
Disabled Retiree Complains
Dear Dick:
Ever since received your rep 1988, 1 Kathy
MeCormack. | was imp:
regards to my situation,
Although | am only one person, | fee! very strongly towards the Tier II!
changes, especially the disabled Tier II! employees, such as myselt
It burns me up to receive a recent notice from health insurance that my
insurance premium is going to raise almost another $10. This deduction now
decreases my disability retirement check another $10. | figure that a this rate,
by the year 2000, my whole disability retirement check will be used to pay my
insurance premium. Something to look forward to, right?
fl q
insurance, but | still maintain and stand behind my belief that in my case, @
disabled correction officer, such as myself, resulting {rom an injury sustained
while attempting to restrain two inmates, should not be responsible to pay his
‘own health insurance
them. | realize
that life is not fair, especially for a disabled Tier Ill correction officer. | have run
fail, but this
issue should be top priority
| fought in 1979 to preserve our seniority and pay raises. | fought in 1979
against a group of inmates in order to protect human life. And now, in 1988, |
have no job, | am disabled, and | am on the border line of seeking assistance
from welfare,
Oh yes, Dick, the glorious profession of he correction officer. swear to God. |
will never, ever allow my three boys to pursue a career of a correction officer.
The next time itis time to canvass and recruit new officers, those nice posters
for them, and what it is really all about.
| used to be proud to be an officer. Now | am ashamed. It was the biggest
mistake in my life.
Wintertime is here, $0, Dick, be careful not to slip and get hurt on the ice, you
may lose an awful lot. Oh, | forgot, you're Tier I, so you will be taken care of.
Sincerely,
—Ken Doolittle
What Council Is Trying To Do
Explained by Kathy McCormack
Dear Ken:
| am printing your letter in our newspaper so that other members can share
your plight and know what Council 82 is trying to do about i.
For several years, Council 82 has been trying to organize our retirees in order
letter. These ret ude both those
who go out on disability and those who retire under ordinary circumstances.
When a retires, he/she is no longer a member of a collective
A. No,
The cost of most preventive pediatric immunizations are covered in full if an
Empire Plan participating provider is used. If a participating provider is not
ad, jor
bargaining unit. Therefore, itis imperative that state retirees ban together to
lobby the L Health
medical.
Q. y
misspelled?
‘A. Contact your health benefit administrator. They have the forms that
must be submitted to Civil Service,
Q. What am I suppose to do in the meantime until my card arrives?
‘A. All Empire Plan participating providers have a number to call that
fy your Empi ip
tions to confirm your enrollment. I the pharmacy is unable to confirm your
enrollment and charges you for your prescription, ask your health benefits
‘administrator for a prescription drug reimbursement form. When you submit
this form, your prescript
What if my pharmacy does not accept the new card or insists on
charging me a $4 co-pay?
‘A. Please contact Council 82. Council 82 will inform the state that the
(Continued on Page 12)
the Legislature. Pension benefit improvements to any tier of the retirement
system can only be made through legislation.
Last year, the Governor finally signed a pension supplementation bill. Al-
though that legislation gave minor improvements in pension benefit, it only
affected those retirees over age 62. Since most of Council 82's members retire
before age 62, we have been lobbying for pension supplementation to affect
those members who retire under early retirement plans.
Further, we have been trying to raise the disability benefits for members who
are covered by Tier Il, Ill and IV. These benefits to be raised for correction
officers alone would cost $8.8 million a year, In a state where there is a $2
billion deficit, it is nearly impossible to get such legislation enacted.
the Legi
which meet the demands of our profession so that the next time someone is
injured in the line of duty, his quality of life can be maintained. Sincerely,
—Kathy B. McCormack
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COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
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cena
About hed for University Police Ott
at two Long Island campuses. Local 635, Supervising Campus Public cae
Officers, and Local 1792, University Police, demanded significant improve-
ments in manpower, arms, training, retirement and equipment including body
armor and weapons.
Union police officers also want a single Division of Law Enforcement for
the state system. Now each college has its own department which may be
led public satet y
clatures
Picket signs read “Night Sticks and Mace vs. 38 and Uzis,” “Prehistoric
Law Enforcement vs. High-Tech Criminals,” "How Many More Rapes, Shoo!-
ings, Assaults, Homicides Before SUNY Finally Acts??" .. . You get the idea
UNY-Stony Brook, INY-Old
Westbury (the latter in particular) have been “going through helt” ever since
the picketing. “The O! Ps
safely are both harassing our supervisors and officers,” a highly respected.
award-winning lieutenant told the Enforcer in a recent interview. “They re:
fused Gene Davis (Local 635 president) time for negotiating our contract; they
deny him travel time for labor/management meetings; they deny him time for
grievances. They time. And then they
leave! We are not getting respect or release time.
Lt Steve Sticher ft and Gene Roos of Saithtown CE hoist the AFSCME
ight, Off . { : é
SUNY-Farmingdale shows his calor ser mokig contons m :
~ Local 1792 fr up in force to press their demands.
sion of problems, we may have to hit the bricks again, And this time we will Media gave good coverage to demonstrations at both campuses.
expecta
in allied unions, both within and without the Council
Officers Petra Ottenbrelt and Sue Fantel
(On picket line at Stony Brook
Signs of solidarity: Gene Davis, CSEA A repranaiaie Harold Kang! (center) and Ted
Matthews, president of Local 618, C: 1g down his
‘camera and joining the picketers toon, far rig Wis C82 ean Chuck Boalt
fertram Holmes (lett) andinvestigatorJohn Officer Tom
idl outside thelr office at Old Westbury. Farminggajg St"
campus
.
otticer Preston, ant ;
assigned!
SUNY AL. «
‘ STM
SONEO"
We
At
HIGH
SWALS
wiio HAS
THE
CAND
“Death Campus” sign certainly caught
the eye of passersby. At lett, Officer
Danny Donato (with of SUNY Old ;
Westbury parades while a fellow marcher ‘Chuck Lever (right)
Lt. r Otticers Kevin Paukner and Chuel a
sane fr he th ebout crimes on the iinet Both serve on Stony Brook campus force S.B. shop steward
Lt. Arnie Benedetto Officer Vinnie LoPiccolo Lt. James Lantier
Serves at Old Westbury Supervisor at Stony Brook
Ut Richard S. W. Clark (left) with Gene Davis
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y
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
February 1989
Letters to the Editor
Boys’ Center Thanks Council 82
Dear Mr. Bischert:
Flateau Flattered by FFF Fete
Dear Dick:
Kudos! That was an excellent caricature of me on the last page of the January
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Counc 82 iotness boys who are currently residents of the Annsvile acy.
bo)
on our end, | endeavor to stay behind the camera for agency publications, so
fealng lost and unwanted, This year only eh youngsters wer be to 090
‘And I'm sure Albany Times: Union columnist Ralph Martin, who as you know
Cuor
home for
itself as "homelike" as possible. Staff informs me that we succeeded inthis
effort, thanks largely to “angels” such as Council 82.
10 “The Padre,” will enjoy seeing a gubernatorial
appointee in monk-like oar.
organization when he visits Annsvlle’s Christmas Party to present the $700
check, This year we drafted him to be one of the judges for the boys annual
festivities.
Ail of us who serve on the Advisory Board hope that you and your colleagues
had a warm and joyous holiday season. To us, helping the boys at Annsville
exemplifies the spirit of giving and you have demonstrated that Council 82
clearly feels as we do. Sincerely yours,
—Barbara $. Schmidt, Chair
Citizen's Advisory Board,
Annsville Residential Center
HEALTH BEAT Column (Continued from Page 9)
pharmacy needs to be informed about the new prescription card program.
Co-Pays
Q. When | go to a participating doctor's office, what can I expect my
co-pays to be?
‘A. Your co-pay for the office visit will be $5, If you have one or several
procedures such as lab tests, X-rays, office surgery, etc. performed by the
‘same provider on the same day, you will pay an additional $5. In most cases,
have one or
performed by the same provider on the same day. Hence, in most cases, the
asingle
doctor's office visit will be $10.
Q. What my doctor sendse he ose for lab work or tests?
posterity! Sincerely J
—dJim Flateau, FFF
Director Bischert Answers Flateau
James Flateau (AKA FFF)
Director of Public Relations
Department of Correctional Services
Dear Jim:
| have received your January éth letter in regard to the Council 2 ‘Fine
wig
Kleinschmiat
| can certainly understand your desire to obtain the signed original as a me-
mento ot such a rewarding career. These awards are rarely given and are
Club, an accomplishment one can always reflect upon.
Please be advised, it may be possible to obtain the original by Mr. Klein-
schmidt. | would suggest you contact Charles R. Booth for his assistance in
be concluded with a
making
photo opportunity for all concerned. Sincerely,
Richard J Bischert
Executive Director, Council 82
Thanks to Our Legal Department
Dear President Puma’
forlab
work ‘and tests. As atthe doctor’ office, in most instances the maximum
thank you and your staff for doing tl
to Alba
utmost on my behalf
a participating provider is $10, whether one or several procedures is
performed,
Q. What it my doctor refers me to a specialist for the same illness? Do!
have to pay another co-pay?
A. Ye
it whether me
performs one or several tests. In most cases, the maximum a Council 82
‘member will pay one provider on the same visit is $10.
Q. If! have follow-up examinations on the same illness, do | haveto pay
another co-pay?
‘A. Yes, if the exam is done on a different day.
Q. What office visits and procedures are excluded from co-pays?
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stood y
Jim Tutfey 91
me well informed.
‘Maybe some day | will indeed be a member of your fine union. Sincerely,
—Joseph (Chip) Helnbach
Broome Thanks Joe, Kathy
ar Joe:
On Local 2012, 1 both you
and Kathy for taking time from your busy schedule and come down to Bing-
hamton to meet with us Jan. 6.
annually, depending on a
‘and allergy injection charge.
Q. What outpatient services are excluded from co-pays?
hemotherapy, hemodialysis, radiation therapy
A. Emergency room visits, hemodialysis, chemotherapy, radiation ther-
apy and physical therapy.
What if 1, or a family member, has a chronic ‘ness that demands
cconstant office visits. Can we be excluded from co-pay:
‘A. As Council 82's contract states in Article 12, "ection J, the Joint
Dental major in
and diseases that sits. So far, Counci &
Health and Dental Benefit rahemothe
apy, hemodialysis, and radiation therapy. It a member would like the Joint
committee on Health and Dental Benefits to consider waving co-pays for a
certain illness, please write a letter that states the illness, and the type of
chronic care required, to: Council 82 Joint Committee on Health and Dental
Benefits (Attention ,
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both took time to come down and see our facilities and working conditions. |
hope you now have a better understanding of our working environment and
Asa whol
your visit, your familiarity with our needs will only help in the future.
. ye
and we will see you in the near future at the PAC Conference in February.
Sincerely yours,
Michael D. Semonco, President
Local 2012, Broome County Deputy Sheriffs
Chuck Booth Chairs Charter Dinner
Chuck Booth, publi relations decor and editor of the Enforcer, has
system of billing,
case basis,
Q. Is there a maximum limit on the amount of co-pays | have to pay a
year?
A. No,
to your $625 major medical out-of-pocket expense. The co-pays can not be
applied toward your major medical deductibles
harter Day Dinr
tor Richard J. Blchert. The dinner celebrating the 20th anniversary of
Council 82's charter from AFSCME will be held Oct. 19, in the Ramada
Inn, Schenectady. The event was announced at C82's recent convention.
‘The Council hopes all members who joined in 1969 (or earlier in any of
our predecessor unions and associations) will be our guests at this his-
toric event. Call Chuck Booth for further details
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