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Use of approved FMLA leave - whether paid or unpaid - will not constitute a break in service for purposes of computing years of service. j. Both Spouses Employed by City. When both spouses are employees of the city, each spouse may take up to 12 weeks of FMLA leave per leave year. The leave may run simultaneously. k. Insurance Continuation. During a period that an eligible employee takes leave under this Section, the City shall maintain coverage under the City's group health plan for not more than a total of 12 weeks. These benefits will be maintained under the same conditions, and at the same level of City contribution, as before the employee goes on leave. If there are changes to the City's contribution levels and/or premium rates while the employee is on leave, those changes will take place as if the employee were still on the job. The employee will be required to continue payment of the employee portion of the health care and/or other insurance coverages they choose to continue. During such time as FMLA leave is paid, the City of Shakopee will continue to collect the employee's share of the premium through payroll deductions. The employee may choose not to retain health care or other insurance coverages during FMLA leave. When the employee returns from leave, they will be reinstated on the same terms as prior to taking leave, without any qualifying period, physical examination, exclusion of preexisting conditions, or other requirement. 1. Premium Reimbursement. The employee will be required to reimburse the City for any premiums paid during the leave if the employee does not return to work for a minimum of 30 calendars days, unless the employee cannot return to work due to the continuation of a serious health condition of the child, spouse, parent or employee, or due to other circumstances beyond the control of the employee. V-7