Expressed appreciation for the recent road striping with reflectors.
Raised concerns about vehicles exceeding speed limits on blind hills and curves in his area, posing safety threats.
Suggested posting speed limit signs at appropriate distances from intersections to mitigate speeding around blind curves, referencing state government guidelines for medium-density areas.
Board Discussion
The Board acknowledged the completion of approximately 4 miles of road repairs, including stripping and the application of thermoplastic reflective materials.
Estimated cost for a speed limit sign: $50 (sign only), with an additional $200-$300 for post and labor.
Sheldon Toso made a motion to add a survey regarding memberrequests for speed limit signs and discussion.
Dan Benson volunteered to research county voting proceduresrelated to this matter.
Add speed signs to the next agenda.
Mark Anderson seconded the motion.
Vote: Motion passed unanimously.
Sierra Seat B for CSDA District
Discussion regarding Steve Palmer running for the Sierra Seat Bfor the Community Services District Association (CSDA) in Auburn.
Curt Simmons made a motion to vote for Steve Palmer, authorizingJohn Howsden to cast the vote on behalf of the Board.
Mark Anderson seconded the motion.
Motion passed unanimously.
Financial Report
Treasurer Curt reported on the RRCSD Financials:
Earnings on Money Market fund: $936.
Annual interest yield: 3.14%.
Secretary Mark Anderson: No new items to report.
Director Sheldon Toso: No new items to report.
Herbicide Spray Policy
President John Howsden discussed adopting Calaveras County'spolicy and procedure for the annual herbicide spray.
Objective: To alert residents in the Copperopolis Rock RoadDistrict, providing them with an option to opt-out of herbicidespraying adjacent to their property.
Discussion: John Howsden suggested this could be a project for aBoard member to address what we can do for the future herbicidespraying to alert RRCSD residents for awareness and opting outprocedure.
Sheldon made a motion for Gary to research and lead thisinitiative,
collaborating with the County.
Mark seconded the motion.
Motion passed unanimously to have Gary research and report back tothe Board.
Road Repair Priorities
Mark Anderson presented a survey conducted by Jim Wilson,identifying Eight (8) road locations in need of remediation.
Prioritization: Mark presented a prioritized order for roadrepairs based on urgency, impact, and financial constraints withinthe remaining fiscal budget.
Key Repair Locations Discussed:
Cheyenne and Copper Cove (noted some sinking bundled with this project).
Choctaw and Chief.
Cheyenne and Brave section (to be paired with Yana Ct. for repair).
Additional Requirement: Reiteration of the need to imposerequirements for property owners (developing lots) to installasphalt aprons for driveway encroachments.
Buffalo Way homeowners will complete their respective apronsduring planned driveway rework.
Estimated Total Cost for Six (6) Projects: Approximately $149.994,which includes liability insurance, workers' compensation andprevailing wages.
Budgetary Discussion (Sheldon):
Sheldon raised questions about the budget and reserves,specifically whether projects would be paid for in the current ornext fiscal year.
Emphasized the importance of addressing road repairs whilemaintaining budgetary limitations and preserving emergency funds.
Sheldon specified these costs to be paid for in the first quarterof the coming fiscal year.
Sheldon Toso made a motion to authorize Mark’s recommended repairsnot to exceed $150,000, utilizing Jim Wilson Excavation bid numbers0149 –0154.
Mark seconded the motion and volunteered to manage the contractor
on-site.
Motion passed unanimously 5/0.
Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Budget
The Board discussed the budget for FY26 (July 1, 2025, throughJune 30, 2026).
Sheldon and Curt will review and discuss the budget, and Sheldonwill distribute it to all directors for review.
Proposal for an additional meeting before the end of the month tofinalize and approve the FY26 budget before June 30.
Sheldon made a motion to hold a special meeting to review theannual FY26 budget after directors' review.7. Fiscal Year 2026(FY26) Budget (continued)
John seconded the motion
Motion passed unanimously to hold a special meeting on Thursday,June 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM to review and vote on the final FY26budget.
Board Officer Positions
Sheldon initiated a discussion regarding Board officer positions.Board discussed the titles and roles of Board members and alignedwith their respective strengths with balancing the needs of theRRCSD. Mark Anderson declined to remain Secretary
Sheldon Toso made a motion for John Howsden to remain asPresident, Curt Simmons to remain as Treasurer and appoint Gary therole of Secretary.
John Howsden seconded the motion.
All in favor Gary accepted the role as Secretary.
Motion passed unanimously 5/0
John Howsden made a motion to nominate Sheldon Toso to beVice President.
Motion was seconded and moved motion.
Discussion: Curt Simmons was not in favor of nominating Sheldon Toso appointment as Vice President, all decided to carry over for further discussion.
Announcements
Sheldon asked that any items/topics requiring a Board vote be included on the agenda and distributed in advance of Board meetings. Clarified that while emergency additions to the agenda are permitted, they should be reserved for emergencies.