09-08-1992 ERMU MIN —C1 AK
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
322 King Avenue
Elk River, Minnesota 55330
Phone (612) 441-2020
UTILITIES COMMISSION MINUTES
September 8, 1992
4: 00 P.M.
Present Were: George Zabee President
James Tralle Vice Chairman
James Simpson Trustee
Others present: Bill Birrenkott General Manager
Glenn Sundeen
Bob McCartney
1) The meeting was called to order at 4 : 00 P.M. by President Zabee.
2) Motion by Mr. Simpson seconded by Mr. Tralle to approve the
agenda. The motion carried.
3) Motion by Mr. Tralle, seconded by Mr. Simpson to approve the
minutes of the previous meeting as distributed. The motion
carried.
4) A request from the City of Elk River was discussed. The request
was for help funding a proposed new fire truck. Motion by Mr.
Zabee, seconded by Mr. Simpson to table this matter until more
information and a presentation by the City would clarify the exact
nature and amount of aid required. The motion carried.
5) The General Manager reported that the old building sign had been
removed and not replaced with a new one. The Commission suggested
that the sign not be replaced at this time. It may be considered
at a later date.
6) A survey of various communities which compared water rates and
Water Connection Fees with those charged by Elk River. It was the
consensus of opinion that Elk River's Water Connection Charge was
below what it should be to offset actual costs of installation and
replacement of facilities. Staff was directed to present at a
future meeting recommendations for new Water Connection Charges.
It was decided that rates for water consumption should not be
changed at this time.
7) The General Manager reviewed the August financial statements with
the Commissioners.
8) The Line Superintendent reported on the status of construction
projects and other operating conditions.
9) The next meeting was set for Tuesday October 6, 1992 at 4 : 00 P.M.
at the Utilities office.
10) The November meeting was set for Tuesday, November 10, 1992 at
4 : 00 P.M. at the Utilities office.
11) Motion by Mr. Simpson seconded by Mr. Tralle to adjourn. The
motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 5: 45 P.M.
Bill Birrenkott
General Manager