Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, when the City becomes aware that you are off for a FMLA qualifying event we will automatically place you on FMLA status. All workers compensation claims that miss more than 3 days are placed on FMLA paid status.

Yes, the act entitles the employees to maintain health benefits while on FMLA leave. If the employee is on unpaid leave, it is the employees responsibility to pay the insurance premiums while they are off.

Yes, in the event that you are on unpaid FMLA leave for more than a month, you must apply for the extended supplemental death benefits to maintain your life insurance with TMRS. Contact Human Resources for assistance in applying for this benefit.

For scheduled or known procedures, the request should be submitted in writing to the department director 30 days prior to a qualifying event. For unplanned situations, when you are absent for more than 3 consecutive days your timekeeper will notify HR. HR will then send you a packet to complete.

Yes, the act provides the employees the right to return to the same position or an equivalent position with equivalent pay, benefits and working conditions at the conclusion of the leave.

The time that you are out is completely protected. The time off cannot be used against the you for raises, promotions, or loss of service.

The birth of a child and/or to care for a newborn. The placement of a child for adoption or foster care. To care for the employee's spouse, child or parent with a serious medical condition. If the employee has a serious health condition that makes them unable to perform the functions of their job.

Common colds, Flu, Earache, Upset stomach, Headaches (other than migraines), Routine dental or orthodontia problems, Plastic surgery (unless after injury), Routine medical, dental or vision exams, Over-the-counter drugs, Bed rest, Exercise programs.

You may request an authorized leave of absence from the City Manager. However, approval is depending upon the hardship it would cause the City to have the position vacant and the employee's performance.

Inpatient Care (Overnight stay in hospital, hospice, or residential treatment), Absence plus Treatment - at least 3 consecutive full days of incapacity involving treatment by a health care provider, Pregnancy, Any absence involving treatment for a chronic health condition that requires medical supervision or multiple treatments for the same condition.

This act allows "eligible" employees to take job-protected, unpaid leave or to substitute appropriate paid leave for up to 12 work weeks in any 12 month period.

This form is required prior to beginning your leave and must be completed and signed off on by a doctor. It is your responsibility to ensure that HR receives the form.

You must have worked for the City for 12 months and have worked a minimum of 1250 hours. The 12 month period is determined by looking at the past 12 months from the date of the leave request.

No, you will not accrue sick or vacation leave for the unpaid status portion of your leave.