Chester Public Utility District
Agenda

Regular Meeting
March 26, 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
    DiscussionDiscussion Possible ActionPossible Action CommentComment
    • Public Comments
      DiscussionDiscussion CommentComment
      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.
    • Approval of Meeting Minutes
      DiscussionDiscussion Possible ActionPossible Action CommentComment

      • February 27, 2024 Regular Meeting

      • March 12, 2024 Special Meeting 

    • Approve Financials
      DiscussionDiscussion Possible ActionPossible Action CommentComment

      February 2024 Financials

      • Presentation: White Paper regarding Measures B and C 
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        • General Manager Report: Adam Cox
          DiscussionDiscussion CommentComment

          The GM will give updates on OPEBs, fire department budget, Measures B and C information, and other operations. 

          • Fire Chief Report: Matthew Balzarini
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            • Utility Operations Manager: Allan Homme
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              • Update from Board Policy Ad Hoc Committee
                DiscussionDiscussion CommentComment
                • Local Union Representatives
                  DiscussionDiscussion CommentComment

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

                  • Local 39 / Stationary Engineers (CPUD Misc.)

                • Update Resolution #410 Credit Card Holders and Limits
                  DiscussionDiscussion Possible ActionPossible Action CommentComment

                  The Board should approve the updated Resolution with suggested changes due to the recent changes with the reduction of employees.

                  • Public Comment: Non Agenda Items
                    DiscussionDiscussion CommentComment

                    The board cannot take action on comments regarding non-agenda items. We do, however, value public input and will consider comments for future action

                    • Closed Session
                      • Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release
                        Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 – Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release
                      • 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

                    • Reconvene and Report on Closed Session
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                      • Correspondence 
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                        • Comments
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                          Directors

                          Staff

                          • 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.

                          Posted 4:13 pm on March 22, 2024

                          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 March 22, 2024 4:13 pm by Cheryl Johnson, CPUD Clerk to the Board