COBA NYC

Please join us in wishing our Sergeant-at-Arms Edward Yates a very Happy Birthday!

COBA extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow officers of NJ DOC Senior Correction Officer Aaron Elly, who tragically lost his life following a motorcycle accident.

Officer Elly was remembered by his union as a dedicated officer, respected co-worker and a friend to many.  

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those mourning his loss during this difficult time. May his service, dedication, and memory never be forgotten. Rest in Peace, Brother.

COBA stopped by P.S. 116 William C. Hughley School to support Correction Officer Coakley during Career Day.

CO Coakley spent the day speaking with students about working for the NYC Department of Correction and answered questions about pursuing a career in public service. We extend our sincere thanks to CO Coakley for representing our agency with pride and for giving these students the opportunity to learn more about our profession!

The COBA Executive Board wishes our LGBTQ+ members a happy !

COBA extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow officers of Nassau County Correction Officer Dylan Hussey.

Correction Officer Hussey was part of the correction family, and his loss is felt by officers across New York. COBA asks everyone to continue keeping his loved ones, friends, and the Nassau County corrections community in their thoughts and prayers.

COBA wishes all those celebrating a blessed and peaceful Eid al-Adha. Eid Mubarak to our members, their families, and communities observing today.

🚨 BREAKING NEWS!🚨

COBA VICTORY IN ALBANY!

In one of the biggest legislative victories for NYC Correction Officers over the past ten years, COBA has restored the 20-year service retirement benefit for every single COBA Member hired after April 1, 2012, through an agreement reached in the New York State Budget.

COBA President Benny Boscio and Legislative Chairman Daniel Monaco spearheaded a vigorous lobbying campaign to get this critical legislation a “Home Rule Message” from the New York City Council, passage in both the NY State Assembly and the NY State Senate and finally passed in the NY State Budget. This extensive effort required countless trips to Albany and many meetings with legislative leaders at both the city and state levels.

We thank Governor Kathy Hochul, the Bill’s sponsors- Assembly Member Stacy Pheffer Amato, Senator Robert Jackson as well as Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart Cousins, Members of the NYS Assembly & NYS Senate.

We also thank NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, DOC Commissioner Stanley Richards for their support, and all the members of the NYC Council, who voted unanimously to support this Bill.

COBA attended the NYC Department of Correction annual Memorial Day Service at Rikers Island, joining members of service in honoring the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

From the presentation of colors to the folding of the American flag, the ceremony served as a reminder of the service, sacrifice, and legacy we remember each Memorial Day. COBA was honored to stand alongside NYC’s BOLDEST as we paid tribute to those who gave all.

This Memorial Day, we honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage lives on and their legacy inspires us every day.