Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:32 pm by Stephen Voboril.
Director Green arrives at 5:34pm.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
  Led by Stephen Voboril
2. Roll Call
  
  Present: Stephen Graffweg, Kimberly Green, Arthur Tharpe, Stephen Voboril
  
  Absent: Royce Raker
  
  Staff Present: Staff: 4Guests: 2
Chester Fire Department Reduction in Force
GM Cox stated that after talking with Peninsula Fire, in preparation for the annexation or merger, it was recommended that, to lower the debt and set Peninsula up for success, that we layoff the Lieutenant and the reserves. This recommendation is in no way a poor reflection on said employees. This is merely a money saving decision. The date recommended is November 1st. The Chief will stay on.
GM Cox will look into amending the lease for 251 Chester Airport Road with Plumas County.
Director Green thanked LT. Coates for going above and beyond for the Chester community.
Peninsula's Chief Gray commended Lieutenant Coates for sticking with Chester Fire when he could have easily gone elsewhere to make more money.
Chief Sonsteng stated Lt. Coates did well and produced at a higher level in operations. He will help him with his next career move.
Arthur Tharpe motioned to approve. Stephen Graffweg seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
4 In Favor Opposed
Abstained 1 Absent Recused
Reschedule the October 22, 2024 Board Meeting to October 29, 2024
GM Cox stated that both office personnel will be away at a board clerk conference October 24th for the regular board meeting. He recommended that it be moved to the following Tuesday, October 29th. There was a brief discussion.
Stephen Graffweg motioned to approve. Arthur Tharpe seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
4 In Favor Opposed
Abstained 1 Absent Recused
Adjournment
Director Graffweg made a motion to adjourn at 5:46pm. Director Tharpe seconded the motion. All in favor, meeting adjourned.

Posted 3:18 pm on November 3, 2025

This agenda was posted on the front window of the office of the Chester Public Utility District located at 251 Chester Airport Rd., Chester California, at the Chester Post Office, Plumas Sun and at Chesterpud.org on November 3, 2025 3:18 pm by Cheryl Johnson, CPUD Clerk to the Board