(a) In addition to his/her regular compensation, the Fire Chief shall be entitled only to the uniform allowance benefit set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Strongsville and International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 2882 (effective January 1, 2022 and expires December 31, 2024) and to no other special benefits, such as overtime benefits, compensatory time, or any other benefits beyond those otherwise provided to all other City Department Directors. The Assistant Fire Chiefs shall be considered salaried employees and shall receive the following benefits set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Strongsville and International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 2882 (effective January 1, 2022 and expires December 31, 2024):
(1) Section 17.09 - Sick Leave Donation Program;
(2) Article XIX - Injury Wage Continuation;
(3) Section 23.06 - Holidays;
(4) Section 24.05 - Paramedic Pay;
(5) Section 25.02 - Uniform Allowance;
(6) Article XXVII - Educational Tuition Reimbursement;
(7) Section 28.02 - Salary Reduction Pick-Up Program;
(8) Article XXXI - Turnout Gear; and
(9) Article XXXVI - Death Benefit.
(b) The Assistant Fire Chief(s) shall not receive other special benefits, such as overtime benefits, compensatory time or other benefits beyond those otherwise provided to all other City Employees. However, any overtime benefits, compensatory time, or other benefits previously awarded, arising, accumulated and vested prior to the effective date of Ordinance No. 2011-050 shall remain vested. (Ord. 2022-029. Passed 2-22-22.)