27th Annual COBA/Carl Rachlin Scholarship Fund 2023
It is time to apply for the 2023 Carl Rachlin Scholarship. The COBA Scholarship Fund provides $1,000 Awards! In its early years, the scholarship was only awarded to the dependents of Correction Officers. Through generous donor support, the Fund has expanded its scope and now offers this scholarship to Correction Officers who are continuing their […]
The Road to Retirement
Letter from the President The executive Board and I are unwavering in our commitment to tirelessly provide valuable benefits to you and your family. This brochure aims to support you in your retirement planning journey. Your retirement is a significant phase that merits careful consideration and thorough preparation, encompassing both yourself and the individual you […]
COBA Files Lawsuit Against The City Of New York
COBA Files Lawsuit Against The City of New York Over the NYC DOC’s Unlawful Order to Speak With the Federal Monitoring Team Without Union Representation 9/6/23 The following statement can be attributed to COBA President Benny Boscio: “The right to Union representation is fundamental to every COBA member and is well established under New York […]
August 2023 Edition
COBA President Benny Boscio Calls for CO’s Assailant to Be Charged With Attempted Murder
Op-ed By Benny Boscio: The High Cost Of A Federal Receiver For Rikers
When it comes to overseeing the nation’s second-largest municipal jail systems, our city and state officials have taken a “pass the buck” approach by abdicating their responsibility for the myriad of problems in our jails. After the City Council voted in 2019 to close Rikers Island, policymakers made two critical mistakes. First, many Council members […]
New information and updates regarding the Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO Plan – July 7, 2023.
There is no opt-out or waiver deadline in effect due to a preliminary injunction issued by the court. All current health plans remain in effect. No retiree will be moved into the new Medicare Advantage PPO Plan. No opt-out requests made through Aetna via their call center or website will be processed at this time. […]
PRESIDENT BENNY BOSCIO ANNOUNCES A MAJOR RAISE IN SALARIES FOR ALL NYC CORRECTION OFFICERS
The Executive Board and I have been working vigorously to improve your working conditions and to protect your employment rights. For the past several months, COBA, along with ten other uniformed unions that collectively represent over 32,000 uniformed members, including Correction Officers, Correction Captains, Assistant Deputy and Deputy Wardens, Fire Fighters, Fire Officers, NYPD Sergeants, […]
COBA LAUNCHES NEW MEDIA CAMPAIGN TO SECURE A NEW CONTRACT FOR NYC’S BOLDEST
New York City Correction Officers are overworked, understaffed, and underpaid. Our essential first responders continue to face unprecedented challenges. Major staffing shortages have jeopardized safety and security for everyone in New York City’s jails. Correction Officers sometimes work 24 hour shifts without meals and rest, and sometimes have to sleep in their cars before driving […]
NYC DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS’ SERVICES RESOURCE GUIDE
The Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) has a wealth of information related to benefits and services for the New York City Veteran population. Many of the benefits and services we offer can be found in our Veteran Resource Guide. Additionally, we have Veteran Resource Centers (VRC) located in each of the five boroughs. These VRCs […]