Webinar: Compensating Elected Officials In Tribal Organizations

Topics Covered:

Compensation in Tribal Governance:
Is compensation for elected officials addressed in your organization’s governing documents?

Legal Framework:
Understanding “reasonable compensation” under IRS guidance (IRS 73-127) and Tribal law considerations.

Conflict of Interest:
Examining best practices when Council members vote on their own compensation.

Risk Management:

• Paying above market rates

• Compensating board members who also serve as employees without clear role separation

• Failing to document the basis for compensation decisions

• Allowing compensated members to vote on their own pay

• Not updating bylaws or policies to reflect compensation practices

Best Practices:
Learn how to ensure transparency, legal compliance, and trust in your compensation structures.

Register:
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