Each member of the board shall be compensated in accordance with RCW
43.03.265 and shall be reimbursed for travel expenses in accordance with RCW
43.03.050 and
43.03.060. The board is designated as a class five group for purposes of chapter
43.03 RCW. No expense may be incurred by members of the board except in connection with board meetings without prior approval of the secretary.