07-11-1989 ERMU MIN COMMISSION MEETING
July 11, 1989
Tuesday 7:00 P.M.
Present Were: James Tralle President
Jim Simpson Trustee
Bill Birrenkott General Manager
Others Present: Glenn Sundeen
Bob McCartney
Absent Was: George Zabee
1) The meeting was called to order at 7 : 00 P.M. by President Tralle.
2) Motion by Mr. Simpson, seconded by Mr. Tralle to approve the
minutes of the previous meeting as presented and distributed.
Motion carried.
3) The complexity of the newer environmental laws were discussed and
concern was expressed that we may not be in compliance in several
areas. Motion by Mr. Simpson, seconded by Mr . Tralle to create
the position of Environmental Compliance Officer and Water
Superintendent at a starting salary of $35,000 per annum,
effective July 8, 1989, - to be filled by Robert McCartney. The
salary would be increased to $36,050 per annum effective
January 1, 1990 . The position of Water Foreman would be
eliminated. Motion carried.
4) Motion by Mr . Simpson, seconded by Mr. Tralle to authorize the
expenditure of $1100 for partitions in the office. Motion
carried.
5) Motion by Mr . Simpson, seconded by Mr. Tralle to authorize the
expenditure of $37,000 for the construction of a building to
store transformers and other material and equipment. Motion
carried.
6) Two estimates were presented to solve the water distribution
problems at Lookout Place. The General Manager was directed to
notify the affected landowners regarding these proposals and
invite them to our next meeting.
7) Motion by Mr . Tralle, seconded by Mr. Simpson to proceed with the
installation of lighting at the new water tower at utility
expense. Motion carried.
8) The General Manager updated the Commissioners on the status of
negotiations with Anoka Electric Cooperative.
9) The Commissioners reviewed and discussed the June financial
statements with the staff .
10) The Line Superintendent updated the Commission on the status of
construction projects .
COMMISSION MEETING - Continued
July 11, 1989
11) The next meeting was set for Tuesday, August 8, 1989 at 7:00 P.M.
at the Utilities Office.
12) Motion by Mr . Simpson, seconded by Mr . Tralle to adjourn. Motion
carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 P.M.
Bill Birrenkott
General Manager