The provisions of this chapter and the pensions and benefits provided herein shall apply only to those members of the Police 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 4.24.290 and 4.24.300 of this chapter.

All members of the Police 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. 2250-NS § 35, 1939)