The New York State corrections officers’ union has reached an agreement to end its unauthorized “wildcat” strike and officers are to return to work early Monday morning, according to a statement from the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision.
The strike, which is not sanctioned by the union, started when officers began leaving their posts at two facilities on Feb. 17 and soon spread to more than 25 facilities around the state. Striking officers have expressed concerns about safety and staffing levels, and have blamed the problems on the 2021 HALT Law, which includes provisions that limit the amount of time a person can be held in solitary confinement.
The agreement will take effect if at least 85% of staff return to work by 6:45 a.m. on Monday, according to the statement…