§ 145-29. Leaves of absence.  


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  • A. 
    The appointing authority may, at its discretion, grant leaves of absence without compensation for periods not exceeding three months duration without loss of seniority. Only those employees completing at least one year of continuous service shall be eligible for leaves of absence under this section.
    B. 
    Employees granted a leave of absence shall be classified as out of service of the Town and shall not be entitled to other benefits as may be provided by the Town, including, but not limited to seniority, sick leave, vacation leave and compensation during the periods of the leave. An employee granted a leave of absence for a period of 30 days or less shall be entitled to coverage under applicable group health and life insurance plans. An employee granted a leave of absence for a period of greater than 30 days may be provided coverage under applicable group health, dental and life insurance plans, provided that the employee pays the total premium cost, in accordance with applicable statutes.
    C. 
    Leaves of absence shall not be granted to enable an employee to accept other employment or for self-employment. Any request for leave of absence or reinstatement after such leave without pay shall be made in writing.