Retired PO Lincoln Returns To Work
Retired PO Evangeline Lincoln has returned to work under the City’s Silver Star Program. During her interview she refers to experience as a Probation Officer.
President Powell Testifies Before NYC Council Committee On Criminal Justice
On 3/23/23, President Powell appeared before the NYC Council Committee on Criminal Justice to once again speak about the duties UPOA members are responsible for, the struggles faced by our officers, increased caseloads and the underpayment of our officers. Click here to review President Powell’s full testimony
President Powell and Retiree Committee President Palmer Appear on BronxTalk
Finally, Probation is beginning to get the recognition we deserve hopefully it will result in the much needed pay equity increases. President Powell and Palmer appeared on BronxTalk to discuss our plight, our fight and issues we face. Click here to see the full interview
It's Time to be Heard and Seen - Join UPOA at the Equal Pay Day Rally 3-14-23
REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE. At the rally, we will distribute free UPOA apparel to participants. We need your size in advance. We will meet at 9:30 am across the street from Pace University. Click on this link to register. If you have trouble with the link type the following into your browser https://www.eventbrite.com/e/equal-pay-day-rally-tickets-546430116187. RESPOND BY 3/1/23
General Membership Meeting 1-18-23 is Now Available
There was a General Membership Meeting on 1/18/23 @ 1pm 340 Bay Street, Staten Island, NY. Click on the link for the minutes from the general membership meeting.
NYC DCAS Has Issued The NYC Family Leave Primer
DCAS has issued the NYC Family Leave Primer to serve as a guide to assist employees in understanding the family leave policies available as a New York City government employee. As per DCAS this primer is intended to give you a broad overview of the leave options that are available to you. Links to the specific leave policies have been included for your reference in the index on the last two pages of this primer. For specific questions, including your own eligibility, please contact your agency’s HR office.
UPOA President Appears on CBS News Siting Probation Officers Understaffed and Underpaid
On 1/26/23 CBS aired an interview with our President Dalvanie Powell. She stated that her members are understaff and underpaid. She told CBS News Kevin Rincon “Our caseloads have increased. Those who would have otherwise been in custody are now coming to us”. The increased caseloads increases the level of risk that her members are exposed to. “They don’t get three quarters pay. They don’t have the pensions and benefits like NYPD and Corrections”. To watch the entire interview click on the link below. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT2nzj7gv6yuQWp3h6Am0PA