Chester Water Authority

The board meeting focused on the adoption of global ethics, confidentiality, and non-disclosure policies. Key discussions included legal updates regarding litigation involving the city of Chester, the authority's independence, and pending federal bankruptcy matters. Additionally, the board recognized legal counsel for recent professional awards and debated the necessity and timing of the proposed ethics policies.

The board meeting focused on several operational and financial agenda items. Key discussions included the approval of an expense report and the purchase of water meters under PA COSTARS. The Director of Engineering's report involved authorizations and approvals for various projects, including advertising for commercial diving services, engineering consulting for lead and copper rule improvements, lagoon bank stabilization design, building repairs at the main office and Octoraro Water Treatment Plant, and the awarding of a paving contract. Additionally, the board considered the adoption of a revised employee handbook, personnel policies, and updated rules and regulations, along with an announcement regarding Public Water Independence Day.

The board meeting agenda focused on various operational, financial, and administrative actions. Key items included the award of several construction contracts related to the Susquehanna Pumping Station reliability improvements and the authorization to advertise for a 2026 water main renewal project. The board reviewed and approved various service contracts, including HVAC, plumbing, and consulting engineering services, alongside the approval of option year extensions for construction and quarry materials. Human Resources matters involved the approval of a Memorandum of Agreement with SEIU 32BJ. Administrative actions included the appointment of a Deputy Open Records Officer, the purchase of a backhoe loader through PA COSTARS, and the renewal of technical support contracts. Additionally, the board recognized specific individuals for their service and professional achievements, and conducted an election for the position of Vice Chairperson.

The board addressed various administrative and operational matters including legal updates regarding the City of Chester litigation and the adoption of a mission statement. Financial actions involved the approval of an expenses report and multiple procurement requests, such as asset management software, a dump truck, and air compressors. Engineering reports included the approval of contract extensions and developer agreements for the Moran Tract and Grace Manor, as well as the transition of chemical procurement. Additionally, human resources requested pension approval, and new business items featured a scheduled event for Public Water Independence Day and an update from the Unionville Rowing Club.

The board discussed litigation involving the Chester city bankruptcy and the Chester Water Authority, adopted a mission statement resolution, approved expenses by function, authorized contract extensions and construction work, approved a pension payment, and authorized the purchase of asset management software, a new truck, and air compressors. Additionally, the board discussed the upcoming Public Water Independence Day event and received a positive report from the Unionville Rowing Club regarding their use of the reservoir.