The Village of Hoosick Falls and the Police Department represented by UPSEU have completed negotiations and ratified a successor contract. The Police Department has both full and part time members. These members will receive a percentage raise each year of the contract and in addition, the full time members will receive an extra hourly cash amount. The formula used to attain top pay was changed so the members get there sooner. A buyout for medical benefits was incorporated into the collective bargaining agreement as well. A probation period was added as a new way to earn vacation and sick leave. The contract was negotiated by UPSEU Labor Relations Representative Jack Rogers, with the assistance of Unit President Guido Gabriel and covers the period from June 1, 2013 through May 31, 2016.