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11.6 Unauthorized Absence. Unauthorized absence from duty for any duration of time may be considered cause for dismissal. 11.7 Authorized Absence Without Pay-Short Term. Absence without pay,not to exceed five(5) consecutive working days,may be authorized by the Police Chief. Absence withoutpay,not to exceed fifteen(15)calendar days,may be authorized by the Department with the approval of the City Manager. Such an absence may be authorized only if, in the judgment of the Police Chief, it serves the best interest of the City. 11.8 Authorized Absence Without Pay. -Long Term. Upon receipt of a written request from an employee having permanent status plus action by the Police Chief recommending approval of the request, the City Manager may grant a leave of absence without pay for up to six (6) months. An employee returning to duty with the City shall inform the Police Chief and the Executive Director of Human Resources of their intention at least thirty(30)calendar days prior to the expiration of the six (6) months period or a shorter period of the hall six (6) months if not taken. Upon receipt of such notice,the Police Chief will take steps necessary to restore the employee to their former position. 11.9 Industrial Leave. A. Each "safety member" employee covered by the provisions of Labor Code Section 4850 who is compelled to be absent from duty because of an illness or injury covered by the State of California Workers' Compensation Insurance and Safety Act shall, in lieu of temporary disability compensation payable under the aforementioned Act, continue to be paid his or her normal salary and accrue other benefits in accordance with the provisions of Labor Code Section 4850. B. Any period of time during which an employee is required to be absent from their position by reason of an industrial injury or industrial illness for which they are entitled to receive compensation shall not be considered a break in continuous service for the purpose of their right to salary adjustments or to the accrual of vacation, seniority,and any other benefits. 11.10 Administrative Leave Policy. The City Manager is authorized to grant, at their discretion, paid or unpaid administrative leave for employees. 11.11 Catastrophic Leave Donation. In order to assist employees otherwise granted leave of absence without pay by the City Manager because of catastrophic non-industrial medical condition or injury, the City and Association agree to implement a Catastrophic Leave Donation procedure. 34