All Striking Correction Officers to Be Fired Sunday
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) —
All striking corrections officers across New York State will be fired on Sunday, a union representative confirmed on Saturday evening.
Union Spokesperson Confirms Termination
James Miller, a spokesperson for NYSCOPBA, confirmed to 18 News on March 1 that all striking correction officers and sergeants who did not return to work on Saturday as the consent award mandated will be terminated.
Termination Notices to Begin on Sunday
A message sent to correction officers from the New York State Department of Employee Relations stated that the strikers will begin to receive termination notices on Sunday, March 2, and they will start to receive health insurance terminations on Monday, March 3. The health insurance termination for each guard will be backdated to when they went AWOL.
Penalties for Continuing the Strike
According to the message, the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision will also seek fines and imprisonment for correction officers and sergeants who continue to participate in the strike, which violates the Taylor Law and was not sanctioned by NYSCOPBA.
Background on the Strike
Some correction officers continue to strike despite an agreement, facing possible penalties. The Taylor Law prohibits public employees in New York State from participating in work stoppages or strikes, and NYSCOPBA has not sanctioned this strike.
Conclusion
All striking correction officers across New York State will be fired on Sunday, a union representative confirmed. This decision comes after a message was sent to correction officers from the New York State Department of Employee Relations, stating that termination notices will begin on Sunday and health insurance terminations will start on Monday. Those who continue to participate in the strike will also face fines and imprisonment.
FAQs
* What is the reason for the termination?
+ The reason is that the strike is not sanctioned by NYSCOPBA and violates the Taylor Law.
* When will the termination notices begin?
+ Termination notices will begin on Sunday, March 2.
* What will happen to the health insurance of striking correction officers?
+ Health insurance terminations will start on Monday, March 3, and will be backdated to when they went AWOL.
