The Chief of Police for the Houston Police Department (HPD) recommends that City Council approve to extend Injury on Duty Leave (Salary Continuation) for a classified member of the Houston Police Department, Sgt. Michael Vance (Employee No. 111684).
Sgt. Michael Vance was injured on September 20, 2021, when a suspect shot him multiple times as he responded to a call. Sgt. Vance sustained major injuries to his abdomen, kidney and pelvis, which required extensive medical treatment and recovery time.
Sgt. Vance's first 12-month period of injury leave ended on September 20, 2022. Pursuant to City Ordinance 14-226 (c), City Council approval is required to extend Officer Vance's injury leave for an additional 90 days, from September 21, 2022 through December 19, 2022, which will result in a salary continuation of $14,009.49 during that period.
Fiscal Note:
Funding for this item is included in the FY 2023 Adopted Budget. Therefore, no Fiscal Note is required as stated in the Financial Policies.
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Troy Finner Jane Cheeks
Chief of Police Human Resources Director