Common use of Continuation of Fringe Benefits Clause in Contracts

Continuation of Fringe Benefits. If, after fifteen (15) years of service, a faculty member dies while currently employed, the District shall, commencing with the date of the faculty member’s death or the beginning of their unpaid disability leave, provide the benefits to the surviving spouse or domestic partner (that meets District eligibility) on the same basis as those provided in Article 13.3 and 13.4. Application for such benefits must be made within 30 (thirty) days of the faculty member’s death and shall be governed by the eligibility criteria of the insurance carrier, provided that the surviving spouse or domestic partner was eligible for coverage under the original provision of the affected insurance plan.

Continuation of Fringe Benefits. If, after fifteen (15) years of service, a faculty member dies while currently employed, the District shall, commencing with the date of the faculty member’s death or the beginning of their his/her unpaid disability leave, provide the benefits to the surviving spouse or domestic partner (that meets District eligibility) on the same basis as those provided in Article 13.3 and 13.414.4. Application for such benefits must be made within 30 (thirty) days of the faculty member’s death and shall be governed by the eligibility criteria of the insurance carrier, provided that the surviving spouse or domestic partner was eligible for coverage under the original provision of the affected insurance plan.