§ 2-48. Amount of death benefit.

The death benefit shall be paid by the city upon the allowance of the claim therefor and shall consist of:

(a)

An amount equal to the salary received by such member, either during the year immediately preceding his death, or during the year preceding such injuries, whichever is greater.

(b)

One thousand dollars ($1,000.00) for each child of such member under eighteen (18) on the date of the member's death.

(Ord. of 3-29-65)