STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — New York City police officers can once again retire with full benefits after two decades on the job courtesy of legislation authored by one of Staten Island’s elected officials.
On Friday, state Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton held a press conference outside the 120th Precinct to celebrate the inclusion of her legislation to restore the NYPD’s 20-year service retirement in the new state budget.
“This year’s budget stands with the brave men and women who keep our communities safe. We can’t expect to build a stronger and safer New York City if we’re losing officers to other agencies that offer better retirement benefits,” said Scarcella-Spanton, a Democrat who represents the North Shore of Staten Island and parts of South Brooklyn…