Table of Contents
Cover picture by William Baker
Columns
President’s Corner: Why has government failed...?
By Patrick J. Lynch
Why has government failed...? I testified before the City Council recently as to where the powers-that-be failed in protecting our members from the effects of WTC-related illnesses and what they might do to succeed.
« article Next stop: Binding arbitration
By John Puglissi
We’re headed for our fifth PERB-arbitrated contract in the last six rounds. It seems to be the only way to get a fairer deal..
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A legislative report
By Mubarak Abdul-Jabbar
Starting with the WTC-death-benefits bill, it was a productive session for us in Albany.
« article The truth about the pension “crisis”
By Joseph Alejandro
Mayor Bloomberg wants everybody to think there’s a $49-billion funding gap. Here’s what’s really going on.
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“A major step in the right direction” for our military reservists
By Robert Zink
The city has finally come to its senses and will not charge our heroes over there for food and lodging.
« article Your General Counsel's Office at work for you
By Michael Murray
The many ways PBA attorneys serve the membership.
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Your pension questions answered
By Joseph Maccone
Some of the other military leave issues How does service time affect variable supplement and longevity?
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Features
Nineteenth Precinct: In an Upper East Side frame of Mind
By Donald Dewey
A hive of activity in the center of Manhattan requiring a demeanor and discretion not usually associated with New York City police officers.
« article Most valuable veteran: Joanne Dowd
By Donald Dewey
Her best advice came from a man who was not a cop but an engineer for the Transit Authority. He happened also to be her father.
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Extra Added Attractions
PBA members over there
They’re staying the course — including a PBA Executive Board member..
« article Introducing...Brian Fusco
Meet the new Trustee from Brooklyn South.
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Nostalgia: Special Delivery
Members of the NYPD Mounted Unit accept surplus U.S. Army horses in 1946.
« article College Financial Planning.
Get a free planning session to discuss financial aid for college.
« article The PBA Pledge
The PBA's drive to raise money to help create the National Law Enforcement Museum in Washington.
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