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Farmington staff propose a three-week parental leave; councilmembers urge longer benefit
Summary
City Attorney and staff proposed offering up to three weeks (120 hours) of parental leave on top of other leave banks. Several councilmembers said three weeks is inadequate and cited neighboring cities' longer leave policies; staff will return with policy details in two weeks.
City Manager Brigham Mellor raised a staff review of parental leave policies during the Feb. 17 work session, noting Farmington’s relatively young workforce and the importance of competitive benefits.
City Attorney Paul Roberts said staff recommends offering up to three weeks of parental leave (120 hours) in addition to sick leave and other leave banks. He reported that surrounding cities range…
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