Zoom General Membership Meeting 2-18-22 Video Is Now Available
If you were not able to attend the Zoom General Membership Meeting on 2/18/22, you can watch the video. Please click here to watch the video.
Labor Unions File Temporary Restraining Order Against NYC To Stop Termination Of Employees
On 2/10/22, UPOA and other unions filed an Order To Show Cause For A Temporary Restraining Order And Preliminary Injunction in NY Supreme Court in order to stop the termination of certain employees. The Honorable Judge Judy Kim’s Interim Order denied the request for a temporary restraining order (TRO) and set a return date to appear in Court on March 1, 2022 at 11 a.m.
Two Members of Our Probation Family Has Gone Home to Glory
It is with profound sadness to announce the death of Probation Officer Myra Todd-Hayden of Queens Family Court who dedicated 40 years of service to saving lives and changing lives.. In addition, we lost former Probation Officer Andre Sanford lovingly known as Dre or Moe.
PO Myra Todd-Hayden
Former PO Andre Sanford
DCAS Issues Updated Leave Guidance for Covid - 19
Effective 1/26/22, DCAS has issued an Updated Guidance for City Agencies on Leave Policy Applicable During the Outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). This document sets forth City leave policy with respect to City employees to mitigate the risk of the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). It is effective January 26, 2022 and until further notice, and supersedes the December 29, 2021 guidance.
The Passing of Retired Probation Officer Jackie Bruce
It is with great sadness to announce the passing of our Sistah and friend Retired Probation Officer Jackie Bruce formerly of Manhatten Adult Investigations Services. Officer Bruce transitioned on 12/28/2021. Let us lift her family up in prayer.
Condolences sent to:
Vincent & Yaphet Bruce
31 Ocean Parkway, Apt. 3N,
Brooklyn, NY. 11218
UPOA Has Hired a Top Ranking PR Firm
Congratulations Jeff Simmons, Jake Oliver and Anat Gerstein who were once again named one of City & State's Political PR Power 50.
We are proud to have you on our team. Keep up the great work and we thank you.
Reminder - Zoom General Membership Meeting
Please be reminded that there will be a Zoom General Membership Meeting on Monday 1/24/22 at 4:30 PM. Borough President Richard Donovan will be the guest speaker. Credentials to attend this meeting was emailed via UPOA Newsblast. Please check your spam or junk mail if you have not received it or you may contact the union office.
Covid Testing Locations Exclusively for NYC Employees
WorkWell NYC is offering Covid-19 Testing exclusively for NYC Employees at various locations in each borough. An appointment is needed and walk-ins will not be accepted. See flyer below for testing sites
UPOA Receives Citation for Toy and Book Drive
On 12/18/21, UPOA partnered with New York State Senator Chantel Jackson, The Boyer Lodge, and the Morrisania Association to put the smiles on so many children and their families face this past holiday season. UPOA also partnered with Queens Adult and Family Services at their gift-wrapping event.
As a result of the successful event, UPOA was presented with the NY State Assembly Citation in recognition for our community engagement and leadership.
The Passing of Retired Probation Officer Dorothy Pritchett
We are sad to announce the passing of our Sister retired Probation Officer Dorothy Pritchett ( née Cooper) November 24 1931 - December 30 2021 . Let’s lift her family up in prayer.
Due to inclement weather predicted for Friday and the need to accommodate participation of Mrs. Pritchett’s Sorority members the date has changed.
**UPDATED INFORMATION **
Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Dorothy Pritchett
Friday, January 14, 2022
4:00 - 7:00 PM - Viewing
7:00 PM Homegoing Service
Join us in person or view online at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKw629ZZoRgxldMVcDUa5xw or www.janesumc.org
Interment, Cypress Hills Cemetery
Condolences may be sent to her daughter Danielle Pritchett, MD at:
841 Jefferson Avenue
Brooklyn , NY 11221
Continued blessings