The City recognizes the unique nature of the work performed by the members of the bargaining unit and the benefit to the City as a result of each member's participation in professional organizations and technical societies, and recognizes the expenses involved in member's attempts to stay current in their particular professional, technical, and supervisory fields.
Effective in 2005, the annual Professional Development Allowance shall be in the amount of four hundred fifty dollars ($450.00), with no amount reserved as a credit. Payment shall be made on or before July 1st by separate check.