[Bay Kid]

Originally Posted by lindaelane

Basically, it appears to be four weeks vacation for most (five for those there a very long time), 11 holidays (Christmas, Thanksgiving, things a majority of people have, plus two or three many do not get like President's day) and if taken, up to 13 sick days.

There is usually incentive to save sick days, and worse treatment at work to those suspected of using them unnecessarily. I think 4 weeks vacation, 11 holidays and just over 2 weeks sick if needed is fair. I know the government wastes money but I do not see it here. These should be for skilled positions, however. Unskilled work does not generally carry benefits, and the government should not pay beyond what private industry does. (Yes...I know...government contractors get more than private but this thread is not about that.)

Something I do not understand...Juneteenth is so-called because it is the Saturday in June with a number in the teens. Will it not remain a Saturday? Therefore, wouldn't the majority (not all) of federal workers have been off anyway? Or...do they get Friday since the holiday is on a weekend?

Not to worry they will take Friday or Monday. Won't pass up an extra paid day off provided by all non government workers.