January 19, 2010
Editorial: “Governor needs to be fair with CCPOA workers”
As the wife of a California correctional officer I am compelled to respond to the article in the Record on Thursday,Jan.14, 2010. ("Governor fights prison guard furlough ruling").
Since our budget crisis started, the California Correctional Peace Officers Association (CCPOA) have forfeited approximately 15% of their income.
Additionally they do not receive holiday or overtime pay when they are worked. The governor is now seeking another 5% cut in wages and increase their pension contribution another 5% for a total of about 25% lost income…
LINK - MantecaBulletin.com