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Orange County Legislature adopts resolution opposing parole for 1997 murder case
Summary
The Legislature added and approved a resolution opposing the parole release of a convicted murderer involved in a 1997 case in Montgomery; the resolution passed unanimously by recorded vote.
The Orange County Legislature on June 5 approved a resolution opposing the parole release of Juan Pinedo, a person described in the legislative record as convicted in a 1997 murder in the Montgomery area.
Majority Leader Benton said the resolution was prompted by outreach from state Assembly advocacy and recounted the 1997 killing of a 12‑year‑old child, Danny Meyer, which the resolution cites as the case background. The measure was added to the agenda with consent and passed by roll call (recorded as 17 ayes). Legislators discussed options for adding their names and ensuring the county’s formal position was transmitted to parole authorities.
The resolution is a legislative statement opposing parole; the transcript records the Legislature’s vote to adopt and forward the resolution. No parole hearing proceedings or court actions were conducted during the meeting; the resolution reflects the Legislature’s formal objection and will be transmitted consistent with the resolution’s instructions.
