70.190.075 - Lead fiscal agent. - Washington Statutes

Lead fiscal agent.

(1) Each network shall contract with a public entity as its lead fiscal agent. The contract shall grant the agent authority to perform fiscal, accounting, contract administration, legal, and other administrative duties, including the provision of liability insurance. Any contract under this subsection shall be submitted to the council by the network for approval prior to its execution. The council shall review the contract to determine whether the administrative costs will be held to no more than ten percent.

     (2) The lead agent shall maintain a system of accounting for network funds consistent with the budgeting, accounting, and reporting systems and standards adopted or approved by the state auditor.

     (3) The lead agent may contract with another public or private entity to perform duties other than fiscal or accounting duties.

[1996 c 132 § 4.]

Notes: Intent -- Construction -- Severability -- 1996 c 132: See notes following RCW 70.190.010.