The Board Should Enhance Its Policies and Procedures Related to Conference Activities

Table of Contents

• Report Contributors and Abbreviations
• Summary of Recommendations
• Memorandum
• Introduction
• Finding 1: Procurement Section Should Ensure That Requirements Are Met for Conference-Related Purchases of $25,000 to $49,999
• Finding 2: The Board Should Clarify Guidance on Recordkeeping for Conference-Related Expenses
• Finding 3: The Board Should Update the Food and Beverage Request Form and Clarify the Official Meals Expenses Policy
• Other Matters for Management’s Consideration
• Appendix A: Scope and Methodology
• Appendix B: Summary of Board-Sponsored Conferences Identified and Reviewed
• Appendix C: Management’s Response