8 COBA NEH'S

President 's
Message
(Continued from page 3)
precincts inN ew York. We
must continue to reach out to
educate the public and elected
officials about who we are.
what we arc and what We do.
We need the financial where-
withal to fight privatization.
to support elected officials
who support us and, occasion-
ally, to convey our message Following antl-privatlzation press con ference, Norman Seab rook talks with
officials who participated. (l.-R) Seabrook, Assemblyman Olin Feldman,
through paid media.
Correctlon Captain's Association President Peter Mcringolo, New York City
Public Advocate l'vlarl\ G recn and Senator Catherine Abate.
Put It In Writi ng
umented by you. gates and/or executive board
The days of complaining There are more [han members will investigate. J f
in locker rooms. mess halls 10,000 COBA members but the facts can be substantiated,
and route buses are over. only 59 delegates and 10 we will correct the problem
When your contractual rights executive board members. immediately.
have been violated, COBA The executive board members Document your problem
executive board and delegate and delegate ' cannot be and submit it to your delegate,
body can help. But before we everywhere, but you can. You If the problem isn't resolved
can help you, you must help must be our eyes and ears in mail it to your union or visit
yourself. Complaints of the j ails. If you fear retribu- your union at 335 Broadway,
harassment, violation of rules tion by a manager or supervi- New York. New York 10013 or
and regulation, jeopardized sor, then submit it in writing call: 212-349-6800.
safety and health must be doc- anonymously. COBA dele-

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