The provisions of this chapter and the pensions and benefits provided herein shall apply only to those members of the Fire Department who shall file with the secretary of the board a written statement to the effect that they wish to take advantage of the provisions of this chapter and who, in addition thereto, file with the City Auditor the written authorization to make the salary deductions for contributions to the fund as provided for in Sections 4.20.310 and 4.20.320.

All members of the Fire Department who do not file the written statement and the authorization as herein provided shall not be entitled to and shall not be paid any of the benefits under this chapter. (Ord. 2188-NS § 35, 1938)