Periconi v. State

The instant application by claimant is for summary judgment on a claim for unpaid salary. The claim arises from the alleged illegal termination of claimant’s appointment as a member of the State Narcotic Addiction Control Commission (hereinafter "Narcotic Commission”).1 The Narcotic Commission was established in 1966 primarily to develop and operate rehabilitation centers for narcotic addicts. (See L 1966, ch 192, amdg former art 9 of the Mental Hygiene Law.) It was to consist of five members "appointed by the governor, by and with the advice and consent of the senate.” (L 1966, ch 192, § 5,…