Ultimate Holiday Quiz

Which holidays are recognized by the city?

How many hours of Holiday Leave are charged if a uniformed member requests and is granted a holiday for a shift?

How are Holiday Leave hours applied in lieu of suspension charged?

How many days of Administrative Leave are granted to each uniformed, full-time permanent employee covered under Civil Service in a fiscal year?

When does the fiscal year for granting Administrative Leave begin and end?

Recognized Holidays

The city recognizes several holidays, which may include traditional observances and specific dates relevant to the local community.
Specific holidays can include New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and others as designated.

Holiday Leave for Uniformed Members

When a uniformed member requests a holiday for a shift, eight hours of Holiday Leave are charged.
This applies even if the member works fewer hours than the standard shift on that holiday.

Holiday Leave Hours in Lieu of Suspension

Holiday Leave hours charged in lieu of suspension are typically deducted in an amount equivalent to the duration of the suspension.
The use of Holiday Leave in these cases must adhere to specific regulations and guidelines.

Administrative Leave for Uniformed Employees

Each uniformed, full-time permanent employee covered under Civil Service is granted 2 days of Administrative Leave in a fiscal year.
This leave can be utilized for various administrative purposes, supporting the employee's role.

Fiscal Year for Administrative Leave

The fiscal year for granting Administrative Leave begins on July 1 and ends on June 30 of the following year.
This timing aligns with the budgeting and administrative processes of the city.

Test your knowledge of holidays with this quiz! From New Year's Day to Independence Day, see how well you know the days recognized by the city when ordinary business is suspended. Can you identify all the holidays and their significance? Take the quiz to find out!