As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
TOWN EMPLOYEE
Any member of a public board or commission, officer, employee,
volunteer expressly authorized to participate in a publicly sponsored
volunteer program or any other person holding a position by election,
appointment or employment in the service of the Town of Tusten. The
term "Town employee" shall not include an independent contractor.
The term "Town employee" shall include a former employee, the employee's
estate or a judicially appointed personal representative.
The Town of Tusten hereby confers the benefits of § 18
of the Public Officers Law upon its employees, subject to the limitations
set forth in said § 18.
The Town of Tusten hereby agrees to be held liable for the costs
incurred under § 18 of the Public Officers Law, subject
to the limitations set forth in said § 18.
This chapter is enacted in accordance with the powers vested
in the Town by the Municipal Home Rule Law and § 18 of the
Public Officers Law.