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Cowlitz County adopts new allowable expenses and reimbursement policy after debate over remote-work language
Summary
The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners voted to replace its travel policy with a new allowable expenses and reimbursement policy after discussion about how the definition of “work area” could affect reimbursements for remote employees; the board approved the policy and said amendments can be made later.
The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners voted to rescind its prior travel policy and adopt a new allowable expenses and reimbursement policy moved from the consent agenda following public and elected-official questions.
County staff said the updated policy draws on guidance from the State Auditor’s Office and MRSC to fill missing sections and improve auditability. Kaylee (county staff) told the board the draft had gone through multiple internal reviews and is designed to give departments…
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