ARTICLE 53 - DEATH OF A MEMBER OF THE BARGAINING UNIT

    In the event of the death of a member of the bargaining unit, the surviving spouse, child or other appropriate family member shall be presented with the badge worn by the deceased member. The badge will be suitably mounted. If the member did not wear or use a badge while working, some other appropriate remembrance shall be presented to the appropriate family member. The department will fly its flags at half-staff for one week on designated days.