Employee requests intermittent FMLA to support foster‑care placement

Jun 23, 2026

A county employee, Jared Gesler, requested intermittent FMLA after receiving placement of a foster child; commissioners said appointing authorities may permit intermittent FMLA and will consult HR Helpline before acting.

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At about 9:35 a.m. on June 23, Jared Gesler joined the session and notified the board his family had received placement of a young foster child. Gesler requested the ability to use FMLA intermittently to be present during the child's transition, saying he would work with his staff to develop a workable schedule.

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