The Board approved a revision to the county’s business travel and expense policy and authorized the county administrator to sign the updated policy.

Sydney Ming, finance, said the revision clarifies policy language and adjusts meal allowances to reflect current prices. Ming told commissioners staff will further evaluate per-diem handling and potential efficiency improvements, including automation, and recommended a follow-up review in about three months.

Commissioners emphasized interest in assessing staff time and tax liabilities associated with current processes. Commissioner Pratt asked for a three-month timeline for evaluation; the board unanimously approved authorizing the county administrator to execute the policy.

Why it matters: The revision aims to modernize travel allowances and reduce administrative burden; any tax or per-diem changes will be developed and returned for further consideration.