A member who becomes permanently disabled to an extent as to render him or her unable to perform the duties of his or her position or office, which member has completed 15 years of service, and has not attained the age of 55 years, shall be entitled to full pension benefits during such disability. Proof of such disability shall consist of the sworn statement of three practicing physicians, designated by the Board that the employee is in a condition of health which permanently disables him or her from performing the duties of his or her position or office. Members receiving disability benefits shall thereafter be subject to physical examination at any reasonable time or times, upon order of the Board, and upon his or her refusal to submit to any such examination, his or her compensation shall cease.
(Ord. 1144, passed 10-19-1970; Ord. 1638, passed 7-17-2023)