The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the legal defense and
financial protection of various officers and employees of the Town of Cheektowaga
from state or federal civil actions or proceedings commenced against them
as a result of an act or omission occurring while they were acting within
the scope of their employment or duties.
The Town Board of the Town of Cheektowaga does hereby determine and
agree:
A. To confer the benefits of § 18 of the Public
Officers Law upon its employees.
B. That the town shall be liable for the costs incurred
under these provisions.
This chapter shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary
of State and State Comptroller of the State of New York.