COBA MOURNS THE LOSS OF CAPTAIN KEISHA NICKS, EOW AUGUST 13, 2026
COBA mourns the loss of NYC Department of Correction Captain Keisha Nicks of the C.A.R.E. Unit, whose dedication and service touched countless members of our BOLDEST family. Captain Nicks leaves behind a legacy of service, leadership and compassion that will be remembered by those who worked beside her and knew her best. COBA stands with […]
COBA MOURNS THE LOSS OF CORRECTION OFFICER NOREEN PATRICIA O’CONNOR, EOW AUGUST 12, 2026
COBA mourns the loss of Correction Officer Noreen Patricia O’Connor, who passed away on August 12, 2026, following more than 40 years of dedicated service to the Department. Her decades of commitment to New York City’s BOLDEST will never be forgotten. COBA extends our deepest condolences to her family, friends and fellow Correction Officers during […]
COBA PROUDLY CONGRATULATES THE NYC DOC CRIMSON DRAGONS ON MAKING NYC HISTORY
COBA proudly congratulates the NYC DOC Crimson Dragons Boat Team on making history as the Department’s first official Dragon Boat Team! Competing together for the first time at the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, the Crimson Dragons earned third place in the 500-meter race. An outstanding start and a proud moment for everyone who represents […]
JUSTICE FOR THE BOLDEST: RIKERS ISLAND INMATE INDICTED FOR ASSAULTING A FEMALE NYC CORRECTION OFFICER
COBA will continue to hold assaultive inmates accountable for their crimes committed in jail. We call for the Judge in this case to impose a consecutive sentence for this violent and unprovoked attack on our officer.
COBA JOINS EFFORT TO HELP CORRECTION OFFICER JACKSON FOLLOWING HOME TRAGEDY
COBA is asking our members and supporters to stand with Correction Officer Jackson and her family following a devastating tragedy at their home. A GoFundMe has been established to help the family recover, rebuild, and manage the unexpected expenses ahead. Please consider donating or sharing the fundraiser as we come together for one of NYC’s BOLDEST […]
COBA RECOGNIZES GALEA’S EFFORTS TO SUPPORT THE CHILDREN ACROSS THE WORLD
GALEA recently hosted its annual Barbados Festival Day, bringing the community together while collecting school supplies for children through its international community outreach program. COBA recognizes GALEA for its continued commitment to serving others and making a positive impact on children and families through community outreach
COBA PROUDLY CONGRATULATES RMSC DELEGATE HAYNES ON RECEIVING POWER 19 AWARD FROM SENATOR PERSAUD
Delegate Haynes is a dedicated advocate for our members and a constant presence at COBA events, always willing to step up, represent the membership, and support her fellow Correction Officers. This recognition is well deserved and reflects the commitment she brings both to our union and our community. Thank you to Senator Roxanne J. Persaud for […]
COBA DELIVERS THE VSF BENEFIT FOR ALL COBA MEMBERS WHO RETIRE AFTER 20 YEARS OF SERVICE!
NYCERs CONSENTS TO PAY VARIABLE SUPPLEMENT TO ALL ACTIVE-DUTY CORRECTION OFFICERS WHO RETIRE WITH 20 YEARS OF CREDITED SERVICE GOING FORWARD As you know, on May 26, 2026 Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law Part FFF of Chapter 58 of the Laws of 2026, which restored the 20-year pension for all Correction Officers in the “CO-22 […]
COBA RECOGNIZES CORRECTION OFFICER CASTILLO ON SPECIALIZED TRAINING SCHOOL GRADUATION
COBA proudly recognizes NYC DOC Correction Officer Castillo on his graduation from the NYPD Specialized Training School, one of the most demanding law enforcement training programs in the country! His commitment to professional development and continued service reflects the dedication our members bring to the job every day. We salute Correction Officer Castillo and every […]
COBA CELEBRATED FATHER’S DAY THROUGHOUT THE ISLAND
COBA was proud to celebrate Father’s Day throughout the island, spending time with our members, families, and communities across each stop. Thank you to everyone who came out, helped make these events possible, and joined us in recognizing the fathers, father figures, and correction officers who continue to lead by example both on and off […]