The Empire Center commenced a lawsuit under the Freedom of Information Act to have the names and pension amounts of NYPD retirees published. The Center won in the lower Court, and, at first, the City was reluctant to file an appeal, but after the five police unions persisted and pressured City Hall, the Mayor finally agreed to file a “notice of appeal” just before the deadline, which it did. The NYPPF and the City’s brief is due February 4th. The Empire Center must reply by March 6. Oral arguments are expected to be made during the summer of 2020.
Wake & Funeral for Det. Jason Fernandez
It is with great sadness that the DEA announces the passing of retired Detective Jason Fernandez. He was appointed to