(1) Formal decision-making procedures are established by the board of trustees through rules promulgated in accordance with the requirements of chapter 28B.19 RCW, the Higher Education Administration Procedure Act (HEAPA), and chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative Procedure Act.

(2) Informal decision-making procedures at the college, as established by the board of trustees, are set forth in the Policies and Procedures Manual of Community College District No. 4, a current copy of which is available for inspection at the administrative office of the district.