The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the defense and indemnification
of town employees pursuant to § 18 of the Public Officers Law.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
TOWN EMPLOYEE
Any commissioner, member of a public board or commission, trustees,
director, 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 Geddes,
whether or not compensated. 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 Geddes 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 Geddes 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.