The document is comprised of articles of agreement and addenda by and between the County of Rensselaer and the Board of Trustees of Hudson Valley Community College as co-employers and the College Unit of Local 842 Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. ("union"). The articles address topics such as affirmative action, recognition and rights of the union, dues and other deductions, part-time/academic year/temporary employees, wages, work day/work week, leaves, voluntary termination, retirement, and/or dismissal, evaluation, probation, tenure, lay-off and recall, insurance, miscellaneous provisions, amendments and modifications of agreement, grievance procedure, and terms of agreement. The employer recognizes the union as the exclusive representative of the employees in the bargaining unit for the purpose of negotiations regarding wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment; in resolution of grievances; and for all other purposes pursuant to the laws of the State of New York. The employer and union agree to adhere to and support the provisions of the college's Affirmative Action and Title IX Programs. Definitions are provided for different categories of employees, including part-time, academic year, and temporary or contingent permanent employees. Details are also provided of employee benefits and insurance plans. (JA)