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Public Defender Office Retention and Union Recognition
Albany County
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Last discussed Jul 13, 2026.
Public comments (4)
ConcernedAva AgreeJul 13, 2026
An assistant public defender highlighted a 20% staff attrition rate and urged legislators to press County Executive Dan McCoy to recognize the office's union.
County Legislature — July 13, 2026 · 3:22 →ConcernedTeresa CatunioJul 13, 2026
A legal secretary with 19 years of experience emphasized the close collaboration between attorneys and support staff, arguing for a unified wall-to-wall union.
County Legislature — July 13, 2026 · 7:30 →SupportiveBrooke Clemens CoatesJul 13, 2026
A public defender staff member spoke about loving the job and community, echoing the call for union recognition to support retention.
County Legislature — July 13, 2026 · 10:55 →SupportiveDaniel SperanzaJul 13, 2026
A public defender explained how attorneys and support staff work as an integrated team and asked legislators to support their joint union recognition.
County Legislature — July 13, 2026 · 28:48 →