New employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. Unlimited accumulation is allowed. Unused sick leave is not paid at termination of employment, however, credit is given for unused sick leave for employees retiring under the City s retirement plan. Employees earn vacation leave on a monthly accrual basis based on length of service. The following days of vacation are earned on an annual basis.
Employees receive paid holidays annually either with time off or additional compensation.
The City pays the full cost of membership for employees. The City, under current policy, allows retirees under age 65 to remain on the City s health insurance coverage until they reach age 65. The City pays a percentage of the retiree s individual premium based on years of service to the City. Retirees must have 10 years of service to remain on the City s coverage, and the premium reduction starts at 15 years of service. City employees are eligible for a 457 Deferred Compensation program currently administered by Nationwide Retirement Solutions.