Chapter 2.48
REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES
Sections:
2.48.010 Reimbursement of expenses.
2.48.030 Use of private vehicles for city business.
2.48.010 Reimbursement of expenses.
A. The actual expenses of elected and appointed officials and the employees of the city incurred while performing official duties away from their usual place of business shall be paid by the city. Actual expenses shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Transportation;
2. Meals, including meals at meetings held in restaurants;
3. Lodging;
4. Required registration fees, tuition, books and other educational supplies;
5. Gratuities (not to exceed 15 percent).
B. Attendance at conferences, meetings and schools must be approved by the mayor in advance. Claims for reimbursement must include receipts for all expenses. A detailed account will be submitted with the receipts. The city clerk-treasurer will ensure that the detailed account and receipts will prove acceptable to the State Auditor. Claims will be paid upon approval by the city council. (Ord. 496, 1986)
2.48.020 Per diem ceilings.
The council shall establish per diem ceilings on expenses by resolution. (Ord. 496, 1986)
2.48.030 Use of private vehicles for city business.
When private vehicles are used for city business, reimbursement will be per mile at the rate set by the Internal Revenue Service. (Ord. 496, 1986)