CONVENTION SPECIAL: AGEN
DA BELOW we,
Albany, NY
Cuomo Signs Offset Repeal
‘Just Saying Thanks’ to
Stories on Pages 3 and 6
AFSCME
Ai
|FSCME asking
McEntee, ‘AFSCME
say thank
Richard. Bischert
. Puma, C82 president.
tor; James T. Mann,
PROGRAM
TUESDAY, SEPT. 8, 1987
Doiegate Registration
Executive Board meeting
Naming of Com
gan
10am
3pm
3:05 pm
3:10pm.
315 pm.
330 am.
345 pm
4pm
415 pm
430m.
445 pm
Address by Charles Booth
incl 82 Public Relations Director 5pm
Cocktait reception sponsared by
Metropatitan Lite ins 630pm-730
Clambake 720
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9, 1987
General Session
ce tam
005 a
018am
Aternaon willbe opened fo: policy meetings
Cocktail Paty sponsored by
mammeately 1
flections trom the oor
620pm-730 pm
W15am ‘ive Boat 70pm
am FRIDAY, SEPT. 11, 1987
45am General Sesion
1pm con
Convention Adjourned
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COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
September 1!
Board of Directors Made Major Gains
The 19th Annual Convention of Council 82 will convene Tuesday after-
‘noon, Sept. 8, through Friday, Sept. 11, 1987, at the Ramada Renaissance in
Saratoga Springs. At this year’s convention, Council delegates will elect all
m
jember for the next
two years with the exception of two trustees.
Personally, | must say it has been a most productive relationship with the
present board members. The Council has achieved several important gains
Under their direction and | extend my personal appreciation to those board
members on behalf of our entire membership. Several board members have
chosen not to seek re-election for many and varied reasons. We can only thank
them for their dedication and wish them the best in their future endeavors.
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ideas and input. With these new faces we will continue to improve the Coun-
cil's response to our membership's needs. | am looking forward to working
with all of you and wish everyone the best of luck in whichever path they have
chosen.
McEntee To Be Principal Speaker
One of the Convention's highlights will be when Gerald McEntee, presi-
dent of AFSCME, addresses our delegates. AFSCME's continued support of
Council 82 becomes stronger all the time, This should be a good convention,
Next year, we are looking al the New York City area for the (1988) Convention,
Director's Corner
By Richard J. Bischert
Executive Director
signment list w
big one. | have requested that the Deparment ot Corree
rum Presi-
dent Robert Patterson and local representatives fo be ne liaison or both
Camp Summit and Camp Monterey, along with representatives from the De-
partment of Corrections, to review problems as they arise, Several new labor/
management agreements will have to be developed.
We're Reviewing Contract Demands
We are also reviewing contract demand issues. | have received several
very informative demands from Council members, some of which must have
Cuomo Vetoes SHTA Improved R
(On Aug. 5, 1987, | was advised that Governor Cuomo vetoed the SHTA
They werevery
thorough and well-thought-out. They will be considered in our overall pack-
age. Come fall, we will be selecting our negotiating committee. | have
requested that AFSCME again provide negotiations training for our commit-
25-year retirement bill. We have not received a copy of the veto message, but
‘we will attempt to have this information in p Pres-
tly, and we
are hopeful this bill will be signed into law sometime this week or next.
Special recognition must be given to all local PAC leaders and their
membership for the letter campaign. Without that show of support trom the
rank and file, we would not have gotten this far. Keep your fingers crossed.
Some Progress on ‘Boot Camps’
Shock incarceration continues to be a problem, but we have been able to
make several changes as those issues arise, Seniority ranking of the
tee.
to present those demands.
Await OER Meeting
As Governor Cuomo has replaced Tom Hartnett, former Director of the
rnor weareuncer-
tain of how and when contract negotiations will begin. President Puma and
will be meeting representatives of the governor's office along with Director
Moore during the last week of August and perhaps we will be better informed
82 Wins $20,000 for CO
Alter several years
i ages tor Correction tier sames Kin sellement ofa Section 12 workers’
i compensation discrimination suit which Council 82 filed against the Depart-
i ment of Correctional Services
(On Nov. 12, 1977, while working at Attica Correctional Facility, Kirk re-
injured his back, which he had originally hurt in an altercation with inmates.
On the advice of his doctor, Kirk remained out of work, although he had been
towork
ivil Service. the Workers
Compensation Board agreed with Kirk's doctor and granted Kirk workers’
compensation benefits through the end of January 1978, In the meantime,
however, Attica Correctional Facility fired Kirk for following his doctor's
orders and remaining out of work.
Kirk subsequently requested reinstatement, Deputy Superintendent
Scully wrote a smomorandum to Deputy Superintendent Kinch in which he
at Kirk not be reinstated. In making this recommendation,
Alchard J. Blachert
Scully relies en upon the fact that Kirk had been absent on workers’
compen:
Kirk 9
nation; andin 1984, when C
‘a workers’ compensation discrimination comnplaint was immediately lodged
with the Workers’ Compensation Board. The sittin udp iy
's exami-
the Workers’ Compensation Board reversed the Administration Law ‘uses
decision and remanded the case for a hearing. After the first day of hearing,
DOCS decided to settle the case.
Richard. Bischert, tated:
Robert Patterson
‘Lawrence Johnson Richard Pett
Douglas DiGerlando Jack Koy Dulty Seetoiat
ids soe Kraft Robert Slattery
Roland Martin ik Stevens
Richard Wallikas
Steve Winner
Dennis Fletcher
Nathaniel Grinnage
Ronald Russel
Council 82 Enforcer September 1987
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Hohe Shas Building 6t Coin Avenue Albany, 12206 (518) 489-8424
Execute Orector 7
Joseph P.Puma James Mann Step a Inglee ichardLesnisk| based upon an employee availing himself of workers’ compen-
President Vice President Associate Director Treasurer Secretary Hopeful
Executive Board ploy
sein rons All id
police atcers wil probably sustain an on-thejob injury during their career,
but the price of doing your job should never be the loss of your job.”
in this litigation.
DON'T MISFIRE
‘WITH A COLT
SCABS DO
NOT MAKE
QUALITY PRODUCTS
September 1987
Social Security Offset Is History
Due primarily to the tremendous effort put forth by Council 82 plus its
membership, New Y« officers finally have ti
system, Govomnoe Mare Cucma, ‘on Aug. 10, 1987, about 5 p.m. signed the bill
trove the Socal Sac fit rom the Til ratenant pte. This
canonly
say that | am proud to be the resident of this organization.
Thanks to the local leadership and their members who responded over-
whelmingly to appeals, by me and Executive Director Richard J, Bischert, to
send postcards, telegrams and letters to their legislators and Governor
‘Cuomo, we literally flooded their offices with messages from C82 members.
Special thanks must go out to Kathy McCormack, Tim Rounds, EdDraves
and Eileen Shaughnessy for their untiring effort in securing this legislation
Thanks also toNYS AFSCME Area Director Steve Fantauzzo for his support. A
y to AFSCME P
for
exes AF CME L
$t but certainl
varenent tystam for COs inthe Tiel retirement system, We could not do it
without you.
‘The unanimous passage through both the Senate and the Assembly and
the ultimate signing by Governor Cuomo proves that the NYS CO has finally
been recognized for must fulfill. 7 is tong
over due and very deserving of the C82 members. We as leaders should show
ur thanks for this recognition by sending letters to our local legislators and
Governor Cuomo, expressing our appreciation.
or one group of people, but rather through a total team effort by C82, AFSCME
and AFL-CIO. This proves, again that when we ae united, thereisno stopping
us asuccess-
{ul negotiation session in 1988
Council 82 Convention
This years convention again is being hele at the Ramada Rensisance in
987. Lastyea
Fae tne tumata proved tobe suiubleorall ine needs cout dleetes and
we are hoping again for this success.
Ho New York State
-82 has had. Any year
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
From the President
|
| By Joseph P. Puma
y Counelt 62 President
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of the total, and the remaining 20 percent were automobile, homeowner or
renters applications,
Jardines help-
ing Council 82 members fill out new applications to replace the old Mang
policies before cancellation, The telemarketing department at Jardines has ie
also been available to help members. The department has received almost
3,000 quote requests over the phone from members wanting automobile, !
homeowners or renters coverage
Council 82 and Jardines have both recieved thanks from members who
have found the transition to Jardines both smooth and cost-effective.
The C82 Executive Board and | are pleased with those results due to the
commitment to improve union benefits for our membership. This transition, as
anticipated, has not been an easy one, but | believe these numbers prove that it
has been a successful one.
five-year legal battle that ended in a victory in the military leave case; an
Docs
existing facilities; and, of course, our most recent victory in the removal of the
J Hl of Long recently
of Safety Officers Local 1780, the Counc largest unit, to
Tier Il
izone. Here he |
successful year. These were atremend t
of hard work by both the Council and local leaders. This hard work and effort
will also be necessary in the upcoming months as we enter into contract
negotiations with the State of New York.
With allthis in mind, | look forward to this year’s Council 82 convention.
Let's make it the best one yet!
Insurance Program Tops All Expectations
More Council 82 members are now participating in the new insurance
program through Jardines than in the past 17 years combined. The plan
administrator has received nearly 5,500 applications for insurance since the
program was initiated May 1. Thirty-seven percent of the applications have
been for the accident and health plans, including the disability income plan
featuring the 0/7 option, Applications for the life plans account for 43 percent
al
Lesniak (left) and Council 82 President Joseph P. Puma: ‘an
in the Hollis V. Chase Bullding conference r
Legal Corner
By Lauren DeSole
The Legal Corner will be a regular feature in the Enforeer starting
issue. pics y
like to see covered, call or write Lauren DeSole, Esq, at the Council 82
office in Albany.
LADIES’ PROGRAM
AT CONVENTION
For several years, it has been suggested we give some
thought to implementing a ladies’ program. We have heard this
suggestion and have decided to give ita trial run. The program:
A TOUR OF SARATOGA—All ladies will be motorcoached
They interest
‘twill
be a good orientation of everything available to do during the
remainder of their stay. The bus will leave the front of the hotel
promptly at3 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept, 8. Women should be at the
front door by 2:50 p.m.
CREATIVE COOKING—At 10 a.m. Wednesday there will be
from C82 President Joseph P. Puma recently in the Hollis V. Cha @ Building conference
jordon Bischoff, Mike Bowers, Carol Reiner, Dennis DiBello,
Put
room In Albany. From I
Local President Brian Norton vand Presicent
‘on how to entertain creatively at home. We sincerely hope all
ladies take advantage of these programs. If it works out well this
year we will continue them in the future.
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ENFORCER Pages
‘The third graduating class from the State Univesity
ol New York Police poses in{ront ofthe State Police
‘Academy where they just completed their 13-moek
intensive academy course. From lett, top: Training .
Associate Charles Sundlot, Geneseo: David /
McGarry, Buttalo: Richard Metzner, Farmingdale
James Reitmeier, Oswego; Richard Gradwohl. But.
alo: Williard Moreland, Buffalo; William Hope
Potsdam, John Ebert, Geneseo; Michel Carriere
Plattsburgh: David Urbanek, Butfalo: David Molidco,
Purchase: James Hayes, Oswego: Michael Santul,
Central Administration; Robert Weise. Brooklyn
Senior Training Associate Michael Lascoe. Albany
(front row) Training Associate Don Kreger. Buttalo;
Thomas Ames. Syracuse (Forestry): Robert Barks.
dale, Maritime; Robert Keys, Brooklyn: David Wil
lingham, Old Westbury: Sherri Drumm. Oneonta
Jesse Davis, Utica: Robert Nearing, Binghamton,
is Bhs Kathleen Zysek, Bullalo; Fredericka McAlister
Council 82 home oltice folks strolled 10 miles per person June 20 in the Nassau Lake Improvement Binghamton; Donald Heineberg, Stony Brook: Ron
walkathon, The 20 volunicers were part of an annual effort that raised more than $7,000 for the cause. ald Destetano, Stony Brook; Program Director
Thomas Blanchiield, Utica
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es.
Si a
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Local
Mark Cayea, Jett Drollette and Nicholas Carver.
Two pat y Reg
In foreground is Sgt. Chuck Waldo of Albany County Sheriffs Union Local 775. Behind him in
Albany Police Marine Patrol boat is William "Tex" Wilson of Albany Police Union Local 2841
iN ig
Environmental Conservation Police Officers trom Region 4 supervise water safety and traffic at the
‘ocal 1660, waits for Sgl. Roland Martin, president of Capital Police union, conters with Food
Albany Regatta. Officers are Louis Gerrain (left) and Martin Skotarczak, both of Schenectady.
be opened electronically during N3"0UNd at Altona Correctional Facility Bank's Cathy Johnson as Local 1870 donates food for the needy.
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COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
September 1987
By Kathy McCormack
Rag
an
a
(On Monday, Aug. 10, 1987, Governor Cuomo delivered the best piece of
news to Council 82 since taking office, The goos news was the signing of
Council 82
Legislative Director
jor ir Pension Reform fo
COUNCIL 82 ENFORCER
Wyoming Sergeant Credited with Rescue
Action by Sgl. Larry George at Wyoming Correctional Facility last winter
averted a possible tragedy in the family of a fellow officer. He was in the chart
office when the wife of CO Thomas Radell called and asked that her husband
be
the Correction 0} SHT.
New York State,
$1766/A2630, 4.4
The bill became Chapter 845 of the Laws of ‘987
| can't tell you how proud | am of ery correction officer who signed
to this legislation is not the Legislature. Each year, it
from the Office of Mental Health “Aopeuly, we can make progress with the
of mental health
ds and wrote letters. | am espec
fetion chairmen and charwomen, their committees and the loca presidents
who coordinated this tremendous effort
Wewereable,
the New York State Assembly and the Governor's Office. The work that Local
1406 did in the 149th Assembly District special election went a long way in
securing the passage of this legislation. Special thanks go to Local 1406
President Dan Kuligowski, Political Action Chairman Bill Langdon, Political
Action Co-chairman Rich TaczkowskI , Sam Nasca, Paul Langdon, Jim Mont-
gomery, Sue Wilson, Carl Jerge, Don Hawking, Nell Steinbaugh, Marly Kacza-
nowski, Don Girome and Larry Schar
If space allowed | would name the hundreds of correction officers who
very proud
A special recognition also goes to Council 82 Executive Director Richard
We can only get this legislation signed by working together and never
aiving up
Pension Supplementation for
Retirees Vetoed
nomen Cuomo has vetoed the pension supplementation legislation
iting technical prob-
wens with the bill, Governor Cuomo promised to sign the seaclater next
session.
Ethics Bill Signed by Governor
Governor Cuomo has signed what is purported to be the most sweeping
itics claim that it
allows more loopholes than the current law. Only time will tell what disaster
this could mean for us. We are hopeful that you will not be required to report
Bischert,
nor’s Office and who rallied our allies together in order to get this piece of
legislation signed.
Of course, a sincere “thanks” goes to Tim Rounds, Ed Draves and Ellen
Shaughnessy for their untiring efforts in securing this legislation
Here's What This Legislation Means To
Every Tier Ill Correction Officer
T All
correction officers can retire after twenty-five years of service with no age
requirements. I you start service as a correction officer at age 21, you can
retire at half pay at age 46. You start to collect your pension immediately.
tier III the age of 62
pension, tl ps
was reduced by 50% of the amount they received from federal social security.
For example, if you were supposed to receive a state pension of $1,000 a
month and a federal social security pension of $500 a month, your state
Ps federal social
security, or received $1,250 a month. The social security offset was equal to
‘one-half your federal social security.
Ter lt Officers
Under Old System
$1,000 State
~ 250 Social Security Offset
$ 500 Federal
+ 750 State Pension
$1,250
You would have received full federal pension of $500, but your state
pension would have been reduced by half that amount.
$ 750 State Pension
Ther Ill Officers Now
$1,000 Si
tate $ 500 Federal
- 0 Socal Security Offset
+1,000 State Pension
$1,000 State Pension $1,500
aTierIl offi 50, witha Tier! or
Wotticerr recelving $1,500. With the signing of this legislation, a Tier III officer
would also receive $1,500.
Important Things to Remember:
1. No correction officers are in Tier IV. Under Tier 1V, if you leave state
service before 10 years of service, you cannot get your 3% contribution re-
funded. This does not affect us. Because you are in Tier Ill, you can get the
money back. Only correction officers are in Tier Ill Tier Il is a much better
system than Tier IV
2. Last year, the death benefit for Tier Il! officers was restored to three
times your final average salary
Security Hospital Treatment Assistant
Retirement Bill Vetoed
forthe: inarow,
bill that would transfer Security Hospital Treatment Assistants (SHTAs) into
under
$30,000 a year.
Hopefully, J of
1989, they will determine that correction officers and law enforcement em-
ployees do not hold policymaking positions and therefore should not have to
report.
1988 Presidential Election
Council 82 wants all its members involved in the 1988 presidential elec-
tions. Next month in the Enforcer, we will begin to look at the candidates and
will be asking for your input.
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sent home, George called back Mrs. Radell to tell her her husband was on his
way. But their
take the call. So George, assisted by Lt. Richard Miller, summoned the rescue
squad to the Radell home, She was seriously ill, but arrived at the hospital in
time for prompt treatment and recovered. Supervisors at Wyoming stated,
“Sgt. Larry George is a conscientious, highly competent employee (who) we
‘are proud to have on our staf.”
Marable Saves Woman in Plunge
jan Marable is credited with probably saving the life of a 20-year-old
patient at Rochester Psychiatric Center recently. The woman was at RPC
under a court order and was obviously distressed when she jumped from the
top of a four-story building. Safety Officer Marble, a member of Local 1790's.
, grabbed th
leased
tunion in January after being selected the representative-of-the-year for 1986,
Forest Rangers Very Much in the News
The Forest Rangers: A History of the New York State Forest Ranger Force
is a beautiful new paperback (but stiff-stock cover) from the NYS Department
of Environmental Conservation. It was written by Louis C, Curth, a Ranger
from Lake Placid. Among those credited with helping the author were Bill
Morse, Jim Emborsky, Ray Emborsky, Bill Houck, Jim Lord, Ed Jacoby, Don
Perryman, Bill Sussdortf, Gary Roberts, Fred Oettinger, Lynn Day, Howard
Lashway, Bob Weitz, Frank Wheeler, Ed Pizon, Paul Hartmann, Martin Hanna
and many more. Lord, Roberts, Day and Hanna have all been active on Local
1872 and/or 1872S. There are many excellent photographs—historical and
current~and a stunning cover by Wayne Trimm of Chatham. An appendice
lists every Ranger who ever served the state
Honor Roll Update T 9
‘us, and at times dangerous, in the public sector. It's no wonder, then, that
Cc Local 2691 In July, the Times-
Union (Albany) had a big spread with Rangers Mark nd Thomas Eakin,
Letters to the Editor
Objection to ‘Insensitive’ AIDS Quiz
Dear Dick:
\
the July 1987 Enforce
Question 7 of that quiz makes reference to protective measures that may be
used to prevent the spread of AIDS when working with individuals who have
open bleeding sores or other body fluid discharges. While the answer key
clearly identifies that gloves and masks are appropriate protective measures,
one of the incorrect answers listed is a" Magnum .357." WhileI'm sure that this
alternative response was prepared in good faith by the author of the quiz, its
‘ounecil
m
82's progressive attitude and the progressive altitude of our security unit
employees in dealing withthe critical issue of AIDS.
Vd teit
person may better understand the tremendous pressures faced by people
suffering from AIDS.
be able to continue to work together to deal with this very important issue
Sincerely,
—Naney L. Hodes, Executive Deputy Director
Governor's Office of Employee Relations
Praise for Retired Bob Falzone
To Dick Stevens
President Local 2458
This is a letter acknowledging the outstanding work of Robert Falzone astne
82
"ink." The
Pratebugh pay Republican had a big story on the rescve of two men
Rangers saved on Mt. Marcy. Gary Hodgson, Doug Bissonette and Joe Du-
ost Star. The May
y
1987 issue of vews shows Rang
a fire-resistant tent.
$45 Million Bid for Cape Vincent CF
Low bids totaled more than $45 million for the construction of Cape
Vincent (Jefferson County) Correctional Facility. It will be used initially to
house New York City prisoners.
Construction bids for Riverview Correctional Facility in Ogdensburg,
more or less across the highway from the front gate of the current OCF,also
totaled more than $45 milion.
Briefly Stated
Carol Lawlor-Tashjlan, who has been active in Local 2841G, Guilderland
Round-up of
Personal Notes
Lt. Gov. Stan L
vacant Assi He is flanked By Rich Taczkowsk, Coline CF Local
1406, and Tim Rounds (right), Council 82 legislative chairman, Both played
heavy roles in supporting Gloria Bilotta in 149th District. She lost a squ
the formation of this fine new unit under direction of Sgt. Charles Ross.
In the face of staff shortages and other frustrations in the workplace, the
Vietnam veterans’ observance, the emergence of the color guard, the fine
Political Action Committee, in addition to Collins’ champion Correctional
and well a Collins. There are more ways than one Collins considers itself the
best in the west.”
—Rich Taczkowskl, CO
Correspondence Corps
‘Small World’ Department
While out west campaigning for Gloria Bilotta a couple of months ago,
Political Action and Legislative Chairman Tim Rounds was at a meeting at a
large (business and dining establishment, the Seneca Hawk, at Irving on the
Cattaraugus Indian Reservation. During the meeting, Barry Snyder, the pro-
pro. learned Tim was from Lyon Mountain, He asked if Rounds knew Ves
jet
thse buddies in World War Il and hadn't seen each other in a quarter ofa
century. It further developed that Lyon Mountain folks were planning a party
for Ves in the near future. Imagine the greetings and expressions of surprise
when unannounced, Barry walks in on Ves’ party.
Snyder isa past president of the Seneca Nation and president of the NYS
Iroquois Business Association. Kathy McCormack, C82 legislative director,
and many Collins CF officers also spent a great deal of time on the Bilotta
effort.
Wende Getting QWL Building
‘A Quality of Working Life Building is in the offing for Wende Correctional
Facility. The site has been chosen, and approved by Albany. If the funds are
recent!
geant at a swearing-in ceremony in Town Hall
The Regional Food Bank serving 24 Eastern New York counties invites
participation and/or donations {rom locals or individuals. Capital Police Local
y.
needs. C
tion of the new building which we hope will house a commercial kitchen, @
universal gym, and perhaps a VCR.
1870 recently was instrumental in the donation of
the Food
Local's cit was that ALL of the benefits go to the needy, unlike many “chari-
ties” which gobble up a large percentage off the top for administration (that
means fancy salaries), advertising and the like. Call Chuck Booth for further
information.
Collins Plaque Honors Vietnam Vets
ffi t together
pit, diamond. both
the civilian and security statf is very high. If this bullding is completed it will
enable us to hold union meetings, parties, and other functions in our own
building, saving us time and money.
Allison
Correspondence Corps
Groveland CO Saves Electrocuted Man
Vacationing Correction Ofticer Michael Pollock of Groveland CF was
it Ver Aug. 3 wh ho
pry
That failing, he ran into the
Council Region §. Bob is repwi "Wouldnt it be nice to do sonating fo the employees who are
has always responded promptly to my contract inquiries with accurate into. Vietnam veterans, like
State).1
drill out of '
hewill igh. It is a pl Bob: t st
to our organization, Fraternaly yours, efforts of COs Chris Blenlk and Then Pollock
Thomas J. McG
And honored guests ware present ‘tthe event coinciding with the national
The
Security Services Assistants
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9. The new facility
tion. The man was blue, had no pulse and wasn't breathing, Pollock revived
him, He was taken to the Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, and survived.
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