Coverage begins immediately upon employment. Credit in the system transfers to other covered employers. This program is fully funded by the City and coverage starts the first of the month following one year of full time employment. Sworn Police and Fire personnel participate in different programs. This works like an IRA without the tax limitations found in IRA's.
Eligibility starts when first employed.
Coverage begins immediately upon employment. This is an excellent insurance against short or long term illness and should not be abused. Upon retirement, unused sick leave gives the employee additional service credit and increases retirement income. Coverage begins immediately upon employment. New employees who come to the City from another governmental entity covered by the Local Governmental Employee Retirement System are eligible to transfer a portion or all of their existing Sick Leave balance to the City.