AGO Opinion Topics: REIMBURSEMENT EXPENSES

Members of the boards of trustees of the state colleges are entitled to reimbursement for expenses incurred in attending board meetings (RCW 43.03.050, RCW 43.03.060); however, the legislature has not authorized the board to establish in addition thereto, payment of compensation to board members for attendance at board meetings.

Municipal corporations cannot legally reimburse an officer for expenses incurred while attending a national convention outside the state.