1731: Board Member Expenses

The actual expenses of board members while traveling to and from and attending board meetings may be paid. The expenses of board members who attend conferences or meetings as representatives of the district may be paid. Such expenses for conferences may be paid in advance. A director may be reimbursed for gratuities not exceeding customary percentages for the cost of meals as well as reasonable amounts for services such as baggage handling when the costs are incurred while the individual is engaged in district business or other approved travel.

Cross References

• Board Policy 6212 Charge Card
• 6213 Reimbursement for Travel

Legal References

• RCW 28A.320.050 Reimbursement of expenses — Advancing anticipated expenses
• RCW 43.03.170 Advance payment of travel expenses-- Advance warrants — Issuance — Limitations