(A) The appointing authority may grant a leave of absence without pay to a regular full-time or part-time employee for a maximum duration of one year for an extraordinary personal reason. Such leave may not be renewed or extended beyond one year.
(B) Leave without pay may be granted for a maximum period of one year for purposes of education, training, or specialized experience which would be of benefit to the village service by improved performance at any level; or for voluntary service in any government-sponsored program.
(C) The decision whether to grant a leave of absence without pay lies in the sole discretion of the appointing authority.
(D) Excessive use of unscheduled general leave. The unscheduled use of paid time off, which is considered excessive by the supervisor and department head, may be subject to progressive discipline.
(Ord. 49-2017, passed 11-21-2017; Ord. 42-2018, passed 10-16-2018)