Aggregated Pension Fund Board Meeting | April 20, 2026

The City of Chester Aggregated Pension Fund Board held a meeting on April 20, 2026, focusing primarily on pension fund administration, legal counsel appointments, and insurance policy considerations. Key procurement-related discussions included the ratification of Carl Ewald as the board solicitor on an interim basis due to procedural concerns with the prior RFP process under Act 44, with plans to follow up on proper procurement procedures. The board also reviewed and approved payments for legal services totaling $2,926 for the first quarter of 2026. Additionally, the board debated the continuation of a $14,000 insurance policy for the police pension plan, ultimately voting against renewing the policy due to legislative changes that shifted related liabilities to the state. Other agenda items included approval of pension drop rates, ratification of pension discontinuations due to deaths, and benefit installations. The board discussed improving transparency by creating a pension board webpage and providing ongoing education for members. No new RFPs or contract awards were made, but the meeting highlighted the need for compliance with procurement laws and proper documentation for professional services contracts moving forward.