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. (iv) If the employee has been incapacitated, the employee may, at the discretion of the City Administrator, be required to provided evidence that the employee is again physically able to perform required duties. Nothing in this provision is intended to modify or supersede any provision of the Minnesota Workers' Compensation Act or any other law regarding work-related injuries. . 7. Leaves of Absence. The City may grant a Leave of Absence if justified by illness, accident, compelling personal reasons, or as required by law. A Leave of Absence Form must be completed and submitted for approval to the City Administrator in advance of an employee's anticipated final work day. Forms for requesting a Leave of Absence are available from the City Administrator. When possible, 30 days advance notice of a leave should be provided so that work schedules can be adjusted accordingly. An employee who is excused for an unpaid Leave of Absence will not accrue vacation or sick days during the Leave unless otherwise required by law. Group medical insurance will continue during a paid Leave of Absence with premiums partially paid by the City for individual employee coverage up to a maximum of ninety (90) days from the commencement of the leave unless a longer period of time is required by law. The City will not contribute to the cost of insurance premiums for an unpaid Leave of Absence unless otherwise required by law. If the employee does not return to work within ninety (90) days, the employee will be required to submit premium paYments for such insurance coverage as is required by law or the respective policy. Conversion options shall be available in the event an employee terminates emploYment while on a leave and wishes to continue health insurance coverage. The following types of Leaves may be considered by the City: . a. Personal Leave - A Personal Leave of Absence may be granted by the City Administrator in his/her sole discretion for compelling personal reasons. The City Administrator shall review Personal Leave requests on an individual basis. In deciding whether to grant a Personal Leave, the City Administrator shall consider the employee's conduct, length of service, efficiency, and the general needs of the City. Such a Leave of Absence shall be without pay and shall not exceed a period of ninety (90) calendar days. An employee may be granted an extension of the original Leave period (even if such request would extend the Leave period beyond ninety (90) days) if the City Administrator determines that the Leave is for certain good and sufficient reasons. In no event shall an employee be granted a Personal Leave in excess of one (1) year. Seniority may be affected by a Personal Leave of Absence. 15.