Fernando Gutierrez

The Finance Committee discussed various financial reports, including the check report, credit card charges, and a review of monthly financials. Policy topics included a review of the Meals Only Per Diem Policy and the Trustee Travel Policy. Additionally, the committee engaged in a discussion and review of the draft budget for the upcoming fiscal year, and reviewed general administrative expenditures and operational costs.

The committee meeting agenda includes a review of the check report for the period of April 15, 2026, through May 7, 2026, as well as an examination of credit card charges from the Umpqua statement dated April 30, 2026. Additionally, the committee will review the financial and treasurer's reports for March 2026 and discuss the Meals Only Per Diem Policy.

The meeting involves an overview and discussion of the draft fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. The agenda includes provisions for public comments on both non-agenda items and specific agenda items, followed by comments from Trustees and staff.

The board meeting agenda includes an arbovirus review and forecast, reviews of financial reports, and various compliance reports including the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and the California Environmental Quality Act. Action items involve the adoption of an employee pay schedule, renewal of Microsoft M365 services, approval of a three-year contract for assessment engineering services, and the adoption of an invasive mosquito species response plan and a mosquito-borne virus surveillance and emergency response plan. Additionally, the board will receive reports from the Executive and Finance committees, the General Manager, and General Counsel.

The agenda includes a review of the upcoming Board of Trustees Regular Meeting, updates regarding the Board of Trustees retreat, and the recruitment progress for an Assistant General Manager. Action items involve discussing the Riverside Local Agency Formation Commission election. Additionally, the committee will hold a closed session to confer with labor negotiators concerning employee organizations.