14.1    The district will seriously consider any and all early retirement programs that will not adversely affect the District.  The District is not obligated to offer or accept an application for retirement incentive every year.

14.2    Members of the Bargaining Unit shall be entitled to retirement at their single highest year earning rate as provided in Education Code (1995) 22135.

14.3    Refer to Article 4.3 for retiree health and welfare benefits.

14.4    Retirees shall be eligible to enter into a contract with the District.   The purpose shall be to provide specialized services or advice that is needed by the District.  The rate of compensation will be negotiated between the District and the individual.

            It is the responsibility of the retiree to be aware of state mandates regarding compensation past retirement (EXAMPLE: STRS and Education Code Section).