Board Stipends Program

Beginning October 1, 2022, a stipend will be available for members of boards and commissions who self-certify to household income below the County self-sufficiency standard. The Stipend amount is $50 per meeting for appointed board or commission members under the purview of the Board of Supervisors

“Self-sufficiency” is calculated using the University of Washington Self Sufficiency Calculator (pictured here). Members who self-certify to a household income lower than indicated by the table, will be enrolled for stipend payments. Commissioners will self-certify annually for the duration of their appointment using a brief application form.

The purpose of the stipend program is to enhance board and commission diversity, promote recruitment and retention of members, and mitigate barriers to service for lower-income, BIPOC, rural and single-parent-household community members.

How to apply for the stipend program

• Stipend Application
• Printable Stipend Application
• Printable Stipend Application – en Espanol
• Munis vendor registration
• Munis vendor registration instructions
• W9
• W9 (en Espanol)
• Members who receive a stipend will be required to attend State Ethics Training prior to receiving payment.