In addition to the compensation provided in this article, each salaried official reporter shall be entitled to, and shall receive, vacation and sick leave allowances, retirement, and other privileges and benefits as are now, or may hereafter be provided for the employees of the County of Sacramento, including the right to participate in any group accident, health, or life insurance plan adopted by the board of supervisors of the county.
For the purpose of such retirement system, the salary or compensation provided for reporters in this article shall be deemed their entire compensation.