a potential, perceived, or real conflict of interest as soon as possible.
3. Recording of disclosure in minutes. The disclosure shall be recorded in the minutes of the meeting in which a vote by the Board will occur on the matter.
4. Seeking counsel regarding disclosure. In the event a trustee is uncertain as to the need to make disclosure in a particular instance, the trustee should seek counsel from the Board Chair or Secretary to the Board. 5. Trustee recusal on Board actions on issues where conflicts exist. A trustee who is aware of potential or real conflict of interest with respect to any such matter shall not vote or participate in discussion in connection with the matter. That trustee’s presence may not be counted in determining whether there exists a quorum for purposes of validating the vote on the matter. (c) Situations That Constitute Conflicts of Interest. While it is difficult to list all circumstances that create conflicts of interest for individual trustees, the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 28B.35.120 defines the following situations as prohibited actions:
1. Use authority of trusteeship to influence the outcome of a business transaction.
2. Use of university resources for personal benefit.
3. Use of official authority for personal gain.
Receipt of gifts, gratuities, and favors.
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