Chester Public Utility District
Agenda

Regular Meeting
July 23, 2024 05:30 PM
251 Chester Airport Rd, Chester, CA 96020
https://chesterpud.org

Board of Directors
Stephen Graffweg •  Kimberly Green •  Arthur Tharpe •  Stephen Voboril •  Royce Raker

RULES AND PROCEDURES OF THIS BOARD & MISSION STATEMENT

Public Comment: Non-Agenda Items

The board cannot take action on comments regarding non-agenda items. We do, however, value public input and will consider comments for future action. Comments on non-agenda items are not accepted at special meetings.

Public Comment: Agenda Items

The chairperson or presiding officer shall have the exclusive authority to recognize speakers from the public during the point of discussion and before is taken for each agenda item within the agenda. Although there is no time limit, comments are respectfully requested to be within 3 minutes per speaker per agenda item.

MISSION STATEMENT

Chester Public Utility District is dedicated to fostering transparency, accountability, fiscal responsibility, and ethical governance, while safeguarding natural resources and delivering essential services with efficiency, respect, and integrity.

1. Call to Order

   • Pledge of Allegiance

   • Roll Call

2. Agenda Approval
   Discussion Possible Action Comment
3. Public Comments
   Discussion Comment
   The board cannot take action on comments regarding non-agenda items. We do, however, value public input and will consider comments for future action.The chairperson or presiding officer shall have the exclusive authority to recognize speakers from the public during the point of discussion and before action is taken for each agenda item within the agenda. Although there is no time limit, comments are respectfully requested to be within 3 minutes per speaker per agenda item. Public members are to address the board from the podium, when recognized, and introduce themselves if they so please.
4. Approval of Meeting Minutes
   Discussion Possible Action Comment

   • June 25, 2024 Regular Meeting

5. Approve Financials
   Discussion Possible Action Comment

   June 2024 Financials
6. 2022-2023 Audit
   Discussion Possible Action Comment

   RT Dennis to present final Audit report findings by phone.
7. General Manager Report: Adam Cox
   Discussion Comment
8. Fire Chief Report: Richard Sonsteng
   Discussion Comment
9. Utility Operations Manager: Allan Homme
   Discussion Comment
10. Local Union Representatives
    Discussion Comment

    • Local 5317 / Chester Professional Firefighter's Association (CFD Safety)

    • Local 39 / Stationary Engineers (CPUD Misc.)

11. Resolution # 2024-1: Tax Roll Collection
    Discussion Possible Action Comment

    Annual Resolution allowing Plumas County to Collect our Special Assessment Direct Charges.
12. Authorize Agreement with Actuarial Retirement Consulting to Perform a GASB 75 Study and Valuation regarding the District's Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEBs or "Retiree Healthcare")
    Discussion Comment

    Approve an expenditure not-to-exceed $5,000 to perform the District's GASB 75 study and valuation, and make recommendations for the District's OPEBs.
13. New Board Policies: Series 3100, 3200, and 3300
    Discussion Possible Action Comment

    Review and discuss proposed new Board Policies in the 3100, 3200, and 3300 series. All proposed policies will be returned to the Board for final approval/adoption at a future Board meeting.
14. Public Comment: Non Agenda Items
    Discussion Comment

    The board cannot take action on comments regarding non-agenda items. We do, however, value public input and will consider comments for future action
15. Closed Session
    • Litigation - Anticipated Litigation (Significant Exposure to Litigation)
      

      Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54956.9 (d)(2) or (3) - 1 potential case

    • Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release
      Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 – Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release
16. Reconvene and Report on Closed Session
    Discussion Possible Action Comment
17. Correspondence 
    Discussion Comment
18. Comments
    Discussion Comment

    Directors

    Staff
19. Adjournment

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting please contact Cheryl Johnson at (530) 258-2171. Notification prior to the meeting will enable the Chester Public Utility District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility.