5.4 ERMUSR 07-13-2021______________________________________________________________________________
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Michelle Canterbury – Executive Administrative Manager
MEETING DATE:
July 13, 2021
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
5.4
SUBJECT:
Utilities Commission Meeting Location
ACTION REQUESTED:
Discussion and direction on commission meeting location and meeting room setup options.
BACKGROUND:
With the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, including capacity limits and distancing requirements,
the decision was made to move back to our regular meeting location beginning with the July 13,
2021, meeting. The Commission also expressed their interest in a different room setup to
better accommodate all meeting attendees and to improve visibility.
DISCUSSION:
Staff explored several options following the request for a different room setup. As the utilities
conference room is ERMU’s only conference room and is used for a wide variety of meetings in
addition to the monthly commission meeting, careful consideration went into possible options
for the space. After trying out several layouts, it became apparent that the size and rectangular
shape of our conference room; the positioning of our camera, audio, and visual displays; and
the existing table size all pose challenges.
A different room setup will be utilized for the July commission meeting to demonstrate one
option to accommodate our meeting space needs. At the time of the meeting staff will facilitate
discussion on other setups, the associated challenges, and potential solutions. Alternative
meeting room locations will also be discussed.
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