Upon request of an officer or employee, leave of absence without pay may be granted by the Mayor, taking into consideration good conduct, length of service and efficiency of the employee and the general good of the employee and the general good of the municipal service. Such leave of absence shall not exceed a period of 90 days; provided, that the same may be extended beyond such period if for continued disability or other good and sufficient reasons, but in no case shall exceed one year except when the employee is detailed for military service or is disabled for disability incurred while in the service of the city. No vacation or sick leave benefits shall accrue during a period of leave of absence without pay.
('69 Code, § 2-162) (Ord. 0-66-9, passed 5-25-66)