2105.43 Leave of Absence Without Pay

   (a)   A personal leave of absence without pay may be granted at the request of the employee upon the approval of the City in accordance with the rules enumerated in Sections 2105.43 Leave of Absence Without Pay through 2105.50 Sick or Injury Leave.

   (b)   An employee on an approved leave of absence shall continue to accumulate seniority during the period of the employee's absence.

   (c)   It is the express intent that this Chapter of the Code shall not be applied in such a manner as to cause or constitute a violation of any law or a reduction in benefits provided therein, specifically including PL 103-3 known as the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993; provided however, that any remedy for violation of this Act shall be as set forth in the Act.