In addition, all employees took a 10 percent pay cut.
Six employees so far have taken advantage of the program.
"In the old days we worried about what employees were taking out of the building," he said.
Employees can take 18 weeks if the child is disabled.
For example, the law doesn't allow you to let employees take illegal drugs at work.
Employees may also take an additional 38 weeks extended leave for child care.
Employees have taken readily to the idea of getting a big check.
A special employee first ride event took place on May 1, 2, and 3rd.
An employee may only take parental leave to care for the child.
Some states let employees take the day off without pay or in exchange for a paid holiday.