(a) Until January 1, 1975, a police officer member shall be separated from City employment on the first day of the calendar month next following the month in which he or she acquires 25 years of credited service or attains age 55 years, whichever is last to occur.
(b) Effective January 1, 1975, a police officer member shall be separated from City employment not later than December 31 of the calendar year in which he or she acquires 25 years of credited service. Upon his or her retirement he or she shall be entitled to a pension as provided in § 35-24.1.
(Ord. 2446, passed 7-1-1974)