10.3.1 The assignment would normally be for one semester during which the retiree would provide professional services for a maximum of 9 FLCs. The rate of compensation shall be increased from $2,507 to $2,576 per FLC effective August 16, 2004. $2,103 per FLC to $2,208 per FLC effective August 16, 2000, and will increase by any percentage of negotiated salary increase during each year of this agreement. In no case shall the rate of compensation for 9 FLCs or less exceed the maximum earnings limitation imposed by the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS).