Title
Approval of Out-Of-State Travel for Councilmembers
Presenter:
Tom Strand, Council President and Councilmember At Large
Body
Summary:
Out-of-state travel by a Councilmember must be authorized by City Council before expenditures or reimbursements shall be authorized. Any Councilmember intending to expend funds or obtain reimbursement for out-of-state travel and associated costs, will make such request to City Council at a time prior to the event.
Background:
Pursuant to Rule 8.2.B of the City of Colorado Springs Rules and Procedures of City Council:
Out-of-state travel by a Councilmember must be authorized by City Council before expenditures or reimbursements shall be authorized. Any Councilmember intending to expend funds or obtain reimbursement for out-of-state travel and associated costs, will make such request to City Council at a time prior to the event. The request will be considered as an action item under Councilmember Discussion on the next Council Work Session meeting agenda. For the purposes of this Rule, out of state travel by the Councilmember includes attending conferences, trainings, meetings, or events, provided such travel is in compliance with the City’s current travel and meals polices and is related to the official or ceremonial duties of the Councilmember.
Previous Council Action:
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Financial Implications:
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City Council Appointed Board/Commission/Committee Recommendation:
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Stakeholder Process:
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Recommended Action
Proposed Motion:
Approve Out-Of-State Travel for Councilmembers
Summary of Ordinance Language
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