F1. Travel Reimbursement

  • Policy Code: F1

    First Reading: February 21, 2017
    Second Reading: March 7, 2017
    Adopted: March 7, 2017

    arrow Related: EWSD Employee Travel /Expense Reimbursement Procedure

    Policy

    It is the policy of the Essex Westford School District (EWSD) to reimburse the reasonable expenses for travel for school business, per mile, based on IRS approved rate, by its employees, school board members and volunteers, to the extent that budgeted funds permit.

    Reimbursement will be only for those expenses that are reasonable and necessary for the activities of the EWSD. The method of reimbursement will be consistent whether expenses are incurred in furtherance of federally funded or non-federally funded activities. Prior approval from the superintendent or his or her designee will be required.

    Implementation

    Pursuant to this policy and consistent with relevant collective bargaining agreements, the superintendent or his or her designee will establish written procedures to govern the reimbursement and method of prior approval for the following: air/rail travel, meals, lodging, and mileage.

    Legal Reference(s):

    • 2 CFR 200.474