(A) Except as provided in § 37.25, participation in this chapter shall terminate in accordance with this chapter and/or insurance agreement or applicable collective bargaining agreement, on the earliest of:
(1) Termination of this chapter;
(2) Non-payment of any required participant or retiree contributions;
(3) Death of the individual receiving benefits under this chapter;
(4) A participant's or retiree's election in writing to cease coverage under this chapter;
(5) For certain benefit groups, in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement, if the retiree fails to enroll in Medicare Part A and B.
(B) A retiree is ineligible to participate or re-enroll in this chapter once participation ceases unless the retiree had been receiving medical coverage through another employer or the retiree's spouse and subsequently lost coverage.
(Ord. 886, passed 11-11-02)