Section 7-2514. CONSIDERATION OF CASES BY THE BOARD, EXCEPT FOR D.C. POLICE OFFICERS AND FIREFIGHTERS HIRED AFTER FEBRUARY 15, 1980

 

2514.1This section shall apply to consideration of cases by the Board, .except for D.C. Police Officers.

 

2514.2In considering the cases presented to the Board, the Board shall do the following:

 

(a)Make a determination regarding eligibility for disability retirement in cases involving injury or disease;

 

(b)When disability is found to exist, determine whether or not the disability is duty-related;

 

(c)Determine eligibility in optional retirement cases;

 

(d)Decide all matters pertaining to survivor's relief and lump sum performance-of-duty benefits;

 

(e)Determine, on the basis of periodic medical evaluation, the continuing eligibility of an annuitant;

 

(f)Determine, on the basis of annual income, the continuing eligibility of an annuitant;

 

(g)Determine total disability, and the percentage thereof;

 

(h)Determine the effective date of disability retirement; and

 

(i)Make any other findings as deemed necessary to carry out its function.