Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by Kimberly Green.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
  Led by Kimberly Green
2. Roll Call
  
  Present: Stephen Graffweg, Kimberly Green, Stephen Voboril, Royce Raker, Susan Martinez
  
  Staff Present: 5Guests: 3
Agenda Approval
Motion was made to accept as presented. No discussion.
Susan Martinez motioned to approve. Stephen Voboril seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
Approval of Meeting Minutes
1. August, 26 2025, Regular Meeting
  Stephen Voboril motioned to approve. Susan Martinez seconded the motion.
  
  The motion passed with the following vote:
  5 In Favor Opposed
  Abstained Absent Recused
2. August 19, 2025, Special Meeting
  
  Both sets of minutes were approved in the same motion.
  Stephen Voboril motioned to approve. Susan Martinez seconded the motion.
  
  The motion passed with the following vote:
  5 In Favor Opposed
  Abstained Absent Recused
Approval of Financials
1. A. June 2025 CPA Draft Financials
  
  GM Mullaney stated: A 3rd party CPA will be reviewing the due to and due from general ledger lines. Changes are still being made by the Auditor with the CPA. Fire Admin costs have been reallocated to Water and Wastewater funds. Final numbers by next month after the CPA Fechter review. LAFCo was given incorrect numbers for Fire Department Debt.
2. B. July 2025 CPA Draft Finiancials
  
  GM Mullaney stated: Lassen will no longer be an expense. PERS Expense line explained. Insurance costs should go down as we get rid of vehicles. Liability insurance needs to be in place for 5 years after the last ambulance service was provided in case of a lawsuit. Lawsuits could affect rates. Want to start to show Property tax and Special Assessment Tax as accrued, but getting advice from CSDA and the Auditor first. Water and Wastewater net position were in the positive this year more than last year. There was a brief discussion regarding GASB and GAP discrepancies, large expenses the previous year, and the hiring of extra CPA's.
3. C. August 2025 CPA Draft Financials, August Employee Cost Sheet, August Check Register and August Deposit Sheet.
  
  GM Mullaney stated: Pay attention to the cash balances. Professional Services reports will become part of the financial board packet going forward. Director Graffweg stated that the Position Cost report shows astronomical figures. It was explained that the position cost document this month reflects 3 bi-weekly pay periods, rather than the usual 2 bi-weekly pay periods. Checks/expenses were explained and discussed to the board's satisfaction. GM Mullaney stated: working with PGE on account types, changing tank levels to help with avoiding peak pricing. Peninsula Fire will not receive their parcel tax funds for 16 more months. Researching options for helping with the funding PFPD to staff Chester sooner. The added ambulance revenue received from EMS Chester responses has helped.
  All draft Financials only, no board approval requested at this time.
Proposed 2025-2026 Budget Amended
GM Mullaney stated: The depreciation was left on the budget to reflect in net position by recommendation of CSDA rep. and the CPUD Auditor. Director Green stated that Capital Improvements will be an expense item. Director Martinez stated that we need a capital improvement plan for the capital expense and depreciation to make sense to be the budget. GM Mullaney stated that the tanks need maintenance and that there are asbestos pipes that need to be investigated. Rick Wood with CSDA will be here October 1st to help answer any budget questions for the board. She will look into the Financials Program to see if it has a Budget building component. The budget is based on June 2025 Financials. Director Green stated that the preliminary and previous financials have been full of lies. Director Green asked how we could get the CLASS interest lost amount that the fire department should pay us back. GM Mullaney will look into it. GL #50750 Fines will be used and tracked for the 2023 Wastewater violations: Those allocated funds will be used towards compliance regarding the cease and desist. Director Graffweg would like a Budget Committee going forward.
RECESS 7:26pm to 7:30pm
Stephen Voboril motioned to approve. Stephen Graffweg seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
4 In Favor 1 Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
Interfund Loan Policy #3045 Review
Review only. No discussion. No action.
Reports to the Board: Bonnie Mullaney
1. GM Report
  
  GM Mullaney read from her report which included looking for local art for the CPUD Facebook page. The boring company issue of drilling into sewer lines is unresolved and 2 residents are included. Starlink may be next internet option very soon.
2. Utility Operations Manager Report
  GM Mullaney read from the UOM Report which included investigating lead pipes on Melissa.
Grant updates: by General Manager Mullaney
PACE Engineering Work Orders
1. Approve a request to use the existing grant funds for a new Water and Wastewater Rate Study. Stephen Graffweg motioned to approve. Royce Raker seconded the motion.
  
  The motion passed with the following vote:
  5 In Favor Opposed
  Abstained Absent Recused
2. Approve a request to use the existing grant funds for the Collection System Planning Project.
  
  GM Mullaney explained that the workorder/rate study will be reimbursable.
  Stephen Graffweg motioned to approve. Royce Raker seconded the motion.
  
  The motion passed with the following vote:
  5 In Favor Opposed
  Abstained Absent Recused
Cross Connection Ordinance and Plan Ad Hoc Committee Update
GM Mullaney stated that she met with the ad hoc committee, Directors Voboril and Graffweg. They went over a sample ordinance. Director Graffweg mentioned that the GM should not have the final say, is what he recommended but looks like it was removed. She explained that the board hires her to do exactly that job and that having the board making each decision regarding each property's backflow requirements is micromanaging.
Cross-Connection Control Program Ordinance #2025.01: Version #3
Director Voboril stated that the ordinance is in line with what everyone else is doing. A public member was concerned that the backflow program was going to cost him 50K, by a quote he received by a contractor, for just one of the meters at his mini-mall. GM Mullaney would like to meet with the public member regarding his concerns. GM Mullaney stated nothing will be implemented until the plan is in place and approved.
After some discussion on the lengthiness of the meeting, Director Raker made a motion to adjourn the meeting to Sept. 30th at 3:00pm. Director Voboril seconded the motion. All in favor, meeting adjourned at 8:05pm.
The meeting reconvened: 9-30-2025 at 3:00pm. All 5 Board members present. 3 staff and 2 Guests.
They adjourned to Closed Session at 3:03pm. They reconvened at 4:30pm. They will report on Closed Session after a recess from 4:30 pm to 5:30pm to allow time for public attendance.
Stephen Voboril motioned to approve. Stephen Graffweg seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
  5   In Favor         Opposed
     Abstained         Absent         Recused
Sanitary Sewer Management Plan (SSMP)
GM Mullaney stated that the board wanted to see the previous version to compare for the changes suggested. There was a brief discussion.
Royce Raker motioned to approve. Stephen Graffweg seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
Seasonal Meter Reader / Maintenance Job Description Policy
There was discussion on the duties the seasonal worker would be expected to do, liability in hiring a minor is a concern and that the season is basically over. GM Mullaney suggested changing the title from seasonal to part time and staying under 1000 hours fiscally. GM Mullaney will look into Workforce Alliance as an option, as their program pays for the employees' wages.
Director Rakers motion was to change the title to Part-Time and approve the Job Description as presented.
Royce Raker motioned to approve. Stephen Graffweg seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
Fechter CPA Services
GM Mullaney would like to bring on Fechter CPA to verify the history of the due to and due from general ledger line items for accuracy. $285.00 per hour and will be completed by the next board meeting. He was advised to me mindful of his time.
Stephen Voboril motioned to approve. Stephen Graffweg seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
RT Dennis Accountancy
GM Mullaney explained that she had the language added that after 2025, other years would be "optionally" added. Last years cost was 18K approx. He is a good communicator and should have 24-25 finished by December.
Royce Raker motioned to approve. Stephen Graffweg seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
Board Education
GM Mullaney explained upcoming training opportunities. Some of them will be attended by Board Members and herself by paying out of pocket.
CPUD Mission Statement
GM Mullaney read the mission statement draft she compiled. It was agreed to read it at the beginning of each board meeting and to place it on the walls, website and Facebook page.
Stephen Voboril motioned to approve. Stephen Graffweg seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
Local Union Representatives
1. Local 39 / Stationary Engineers (CPUD Misc.)
  
  Nothing at this time.
198 Main St. "Big Bay' Rental Agreement with Monley Hamlin
GM Mullaney stated that Mr. Hanlin agreed to the $700.00 per month beginning August 1st. but we have not yet received the signed agreement. The board has previously given direction for the terms noted in the agreement as presented.
Director Voboril made amotion to accept the Rental agreement as presented. Director Graffweg seconded the motion. All in favor, motion carried.
Public Comment: Non Agenda Items
none.
Closed Session
1. A. Conference with Labor Negotiators - Conference with Labor Negotiators Bonnie Mullaney and Margaret Long; Prentice Long PC Law Firm Unit: Stationary Engineer's Local 39 2025-2028 MOU and Salary Schedule
  B. Indian Valley Community Services District Mutual Aid Agreement
  
  A. Update only.
  B. Approved unanimously to extend the IVCSD agreement and side letter for 45 days until negotiations are completed.
2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54956.9(b)
  
  Discussion only, vote will be held under agenda item #24.
3. Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 – Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release
  Kahlen Group/Spatial Wave.
  
  Discussion only, vote will be held under agenda item #23.
4. Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Gov Code Section 54956.8)
  Peninsula Fire Protection District lease agreement: 251 Airport Rd.
  
  Informational only
5. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1)
  Matthew Maumoynier vs Chester Public Utility District et al. Defendants Chester PUD, Adam Cox, and Matthew Balzarini. Case number: CV23-00234, in Plumas Superior Court.
  
  Informational only.
Possible approval of the 2025-2028 MOU and Salary Schedule between Chester Public Utility District and the Miscellaneous Unit: Stationary Engineer's Local 39.
Director Green stated that there was an update given in closed session and this to remain tabled.
Kahlen Group/Spatial Wave Agreement
GM Mullaney recommends terminating the contract. They have had 3 extensions since 2017, with no progress. Pace Engineering will be taking over.
Royce Raker motioned to approve. Stephen Graffweg seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
Anticipated Litigation
After a brief discussion, the motion was made to give authorization for GM Mullaney to communicate with outside agencies regarding pending litigation.
Stephen Voboril motioned to approve. Royce Raker seconded the motion.

The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
Correspondence
GM Mullaney stated that there should have been recusal of Director Martinez during MOU discussions in Closed Sesson because of the conflict of interest. Recusal protocols will be recognized and followed going forward.
Comments
1. Directors
  
  Director Voboril asked if there would be a special meeting in November. This will be discussed as an action item at the October regular meeting, stated GM Mullaney.
2. Staff
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn was made by Director Raker at 6:31pm. Seconded by Director Graffweg. All in favor, meeting adjourned.

Posted 3:28 am 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 3:28 am by Cheryl Johnson, CPUD Clerk to the Board