2026-3 - ERMU - Regular Commission MeetingState of Minnesota
County of Sherburne
City of Elk River
OATH OF OFFICE
I, Nicholas Zerwas, do solemnly swear to support the Constitution of the United States, the
Constitution of the State of Minnesota, will support the City Code and laws of the City of Elk River,
and to discharge faithfully the duties of the Utilities Commission of the City of Elk River,
Minnesota, to the best of my judgment and ability, so help me God.
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Nicholas Zerwas
Subscribed and sworn to before me this _______ day of _____________, 2026.
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Person Administering Oath
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE
UTILITIES COMMISSION
March 10, 2026, 3:30 P.M.
Utilities Conference Room
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AGENDA
1.0 GOVERNANCE
1.1 Oath of Office – Nick Zerwas
1.2 Call Meeting to Order
1.3 Pledge of Allegiance
1.4 Consider the Agenda
1.5 2026 Election of Officers – Chair and Vice Chair
1.6 2026 Committee Appointments
a. Commission Committees Policy
b. Wage & Benefits Committee
c. Financial Reserves & Investment Committee
d. Information Security Committee
e. Dispute Resolution Committee
2.0 CONSENT (Routine items. No discussion. Approved by one motion.)
2.1 Check Register – February 2026
2.2 Regular Meeting Minutes – February 10, 2026
3.0 OPEN FORUM (Non-agenda items for discussion. No action. Presenters must adhere to a time limit of 3
minutes)
4.0 POLICY & COMPLIANCE (Policy review, policy development, and compliance monitoring.)
4.1 Annual Commissioner Orientation
a. Frontier Energy Presentation
4.2 Annual Commission Bylaw and Attendance Policy Review
4.3 ERMU Mission, Vision, and Values
4.4 Commission Compensation and Stipend
5.0 BUSINESS ACTION (Current business action requests and performance monitoring reports.)
5.1 Financial Report – January 2026
5.2 Letter of Support for Minnesota Municipal Power Agency Solar Project
6.0 BUSINESS DISCUSSION (Future business planning, general updates, and informational reports.)
6.1 Staff Update
6.2 City Council Update
6.3 American Public Power Association Legislative Rally Update - Verbal
6.4 Future Planning (Announce the next regular meeting, special meeting, or planned quorum.)
a. Regular Commission Meeting – April 14, 2026
b. 2026 Governance Agenda
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6.5 Other Business (Items added during agenda approval.)
7.0 ADJOURN REGULAR MEETING
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Tony Mauren – Governance & Communications Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
1.5
SUBJECT:
2026 Election of Officers – Chair and Vice Chair
ACTION REQUESTED:
Elect by motion the Commission Chair and Vice Chair
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
Per ERMU policy, the offices of the ERMU Commission include a Chair, Vice-Chair, and a
Secretary. The Commission elects the Chair and Vice-Chair to one-year terms annually during its
regular meeting in the month of March. The office of Secretary is held by the General Manager;
however, the General Manager may appoint another employee as Secretary, with the
concurrence of the Commission. Attached for reference is the Commission Officer Roles,
Responsibilities, and Succession Policy.
In 2025 the officers were:
Chair – John Dietz
Vice Chair – Mary Stewart
ATTACHMENTS:
• ERMU Policy – G.2f - Commission Officer Roles, Responsibilities, and Succession
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COMMISSION POLICY
Section: Category:
Governance Governance Policies
Policy Reference: Policy Title:
G.2f Commission Officer Roles,
Responsibilities, and Succession
PURPOSE:
With this policy, the Commission communicates the functions for which ERMU’s officers are
accountable and the limits of authority that the Commission delegates to its officers.
POLICY:
The offices of the ERMU Commission include a Chair, a Vice-Chair, and a Secretary. The
Commission elects the Chair and Vice Chair to one-year terms each year during its regular
meeting in the month of March. An officer’s term begins that day and expires without action of
the Commission upon resignation or death of the officer or upon failure of the officer to comply
with the criteria necessary to hold the office. An officer’s term is extended without action of the
Commission until a successor is duly elected. Any Commission member is eligible for office at
any time; however, a Commission member nominated for the position of Chair will normally
have served at least one term as Vice-Chair. The office of Secretary is held by the General
Manager; however, the General Manager may appoint another employee as Secretary, with the
concurrence of the Commission.
Chair
The Chair is accountable to the Commission for the integrity of the Commission's governance
process. The Commission authorizes the Chair to call and schedule special meetings, set its
meeting agendas, preside over its meetings and, with limitations, represent the Commission to
outside parties. The Commission expects the Chair to set and maintain a friendly and productive
tone for all meetings, encouraging full participation of all Commission members, effective
deliberation and decision-making, and constructive resolution of disagreements. More
specifically:
1. The expected result of the Chair’s function is that the Commission behaves in a manner that
is consistent with its own policies and in full compliance with those obligations that others,
with legitimate authority, impose on it from outside the organization. The Chair, by planning
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the Commission’s governance and meeting agendas will ensure that the Commission
addresses those matters which, according to Commission policy, clearly belong to the
Commission to determine, not to the General Manager. The Chair, by presiding over
Commission meetings, will ensure that deliberation and decision-making at Commission
meetings will be fair, open, and thorough, but also timely, orderly, and to the point.
2. The authority of the Chair is limited to Commission decision-making that falls within areas
covered by Commission policies on Governance and Commission-Management
Connection, except where the Commission specifically delegates portions of this same
authority to others. The Commission authorizes the Chair to use any reasonable interpretation
of the provisions in these policies in the discharge of duties.
a. The Commission empowers the Chair to call and schedule all special meetings, set all
meeting agendas, and preside over all Commission meetings with all of the commonly
accepted power of that position (e.g., Ruling, recognizing, handling disagreements and
unacceptable behaviors, etc).
b. The Commission empowers the Chair, exercising reasonable discretion, to control the
conduct of all meetings. This includes, but is not limited to, determining the time to be
devoted to any particular matter before the Commission, whether any person in
attendance may address the Commission on any subject and the order or duration of any
presentations or comments permitted, closure of discussion on any matter before the
Commission, and expulsion of any person whose conduct is disruptive. The Commission
may, by a motion and majority vote of the Commissioners present, overrule the Chair on
decisions related to the conduct of meetings.
c. For purposes of meeting management, the Commission adopts the Rules contained in the
current edition of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised for all situations to which they
are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with ERMU’s bylaws, policies and
any special rules of order that the Commission may adopt.
d. The Commission authorizes the Chair to execute official documents on its behalf.
e. The Commission empowers the Chair to organize the work of the Commission, and to
assign specific tasks to Commission members and to Committees established by the
Commission. Specifically, the Commission empowers the Chair to schedule and
coordinate the annual process for performance planning and evaluation of the General
Manager.
f. The Chair has no authority to make decisions about policies created by the Commission
within the Results and Delegations to Management policy areas. As a result, the Chair
has no authority to supervise or direct the General Manager.
g. The Chair may represent the Commission to outside parties in announcing Commission-
stated positions and in stating decisions and interpretations of Commission policy within
the areas delegated by the Commission. The Chair will report to the Commission, as
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soon as practical, any communications made on behalf of the Commission.
Representation of the Commission to outside parties is subject to the following
limitations:
i. Communications must be consistent with ERMU’s core purpose, core values, and
mission, and with the role and authority of the Commission as set forth by
Commission policies.
ii. Communications must, as far as practical, represent the collective wisdom or
position of the Commission.
iii. Communications must be limited to deliberations already conducted, actions
taken, or decisions made. Communications must not be speculative in nature.
h. The Chair may delegate the authority granted in this policy to others (e.g. Vice-Chair),
but remains accountable for its use.
Vice-Chair
The principal function of the Commission Vice-Chair is to prepare for the office of Chair and to
take over the functions of the Chair when the Chair is unavailable, or otherwise at the request of
the Chair.
Secretary
The principal function of the Commission Secretary is to ensure that:
1. Notices of Commission meetings, meeting agendas, and supporting materials are prepared
and distributed as required by Policy;
2. Appropriate written records of Commission meetings are prepared and distributed to all
Commission members and the General Manager three (3) days prior to the next Commission
meeting;
3. Resolutions and other official actions of the Commission are prepared and executed in proper
form; and
4. Written records of Commission meetings, including resolutions and other official actions are
archived in secure location(s) and disposed of in compliance with applicable laws and
regulations.
POLICY HISTORY:
Adopted May 9, 2017
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Tony Mauren – Governance & Communications Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
1.6
SUBJECT:
2026 Committee Appointments
ACTION REQUESTED:
Appoint by motion the Committee members
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
Per ERMU policy, the Commission shall appoint committee members annually following the
election of officers during the regular meeting in the month of March. The Commission shall
also appoint committee chairs at that time. All appointments are for a one-year term.
There are currently four commission committees: the Wage & Benefits Committee, the
Financial Reserves & Investment Committee, the Information Security Committee, and the
Dispute Resolution Committee.
After gauging interest in who would like to serve on each committee, the following committee
appointments should be made:
Wage & Benefits Committee – 2 appointments; one being Chair
Currently appointed: John Dietz – Chair and Mary Stewart
Financial Reserves & Investment Committee – 2 appointments; one being Chair
Currently appointed: Matt Westgaard – Chair and Nick Zerwas
Information Security Committee – 1 appointment
Currently appointed: Mary Stewart
Dispute Resolution Committee – 2 appointments; one being Chair
Currently appointed: Matt Westgaard – Chair and Jill Larson-Vito
ATTACHMENTS:
• Commission Policy – G.2g – Commission Committees
• Commission Policy – G.2g1 - Wage & Benefits Committee Charter
• Commission Policy – G.2g2 – Financial Reserves & Investment Committee Charter
• Commission Policy – G.2g3 – Information Security Committee Charter
• Commission Policy – G.2g4 – Dispute Resolution Committee Charter
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COMMISSION POLICY
Section: Category:
Governance Governance Policies
Policy Reference: Policy Title:
G.2g Commission Committees
PURPOSE:
With this policy, the Commission establishes and communicates its purposes and the means by
which it creates and empowers committees to assist the Commission in its work. This policy
applies to any group formed by Commission action, whether or not it is called a committee and
whether or not the group includes Commission members. It does not apply to committees formed
under the authority of the General Manager.
POLICY:
Commission committees, when created, will be used to reinforce the wholeness of the
Commission and never to interfere with the delegation of authority from the Commission to the
General Manager or to any officer of the Commission. Commission committees will not have
direct involvement with current management and staff employee functions.
Consistent with this general statement:
1. The Commission will use committees sparingly and only for as long as required to
accomplish its purposes. Committees may be appropriate in circumstances where the
Commission recognizes the need for more in-depth review of information and issues, and
where a committee is the best way to make effective and efficient use of available
Commission member expertise and time. Committees may also be appropriate where it is
necessary or desirable for the Commission to visibly demonstrate regulatory compliance or
accountability to its stakeholders (e.g. Financial Reserves and Investments Committee).
2. Committees ordinarily will assist the Commission in the following specific ways by:
a. Monitoring organization performance metrics and related information;
b. Preparing policy alternatives and their implications for Commission deliberation and
action;
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c. Determining the level of compliance with existing Commission policies and evaluating
the results of policy compliance or non-compliance.
3. When the Commission creates a committee, it will develop and approve by resolution a
written committee charter that sets forth the purposes, duration, expected outcomes,
leadership, membership, delegated authority, available resources, and other information
needed for the committee to function successfully. The General Manager will designate
management/staff committee members if so requested. The Commission, by majority vote,
will appoint Commission members to committees and remove or replace them, as
appropriate. The Commission, by majority vote, will also appoint, remove, and replace a
Committee Chair, Vice-Chair and any other positions of leadership that the Commission
determines appropriate.
4. The Commission recognizes that appointments to a Committee provide opportunities for
learning and Governance development. Accordingly, the Commission endeavors to appoint
Commission members to committee leadership positions who do not already hold a
Commission office.
5. The Commission will review the committee charter and performance of any standing
committee at least annually to determine if changes are required or if the committee is still
required.
6. Commission committees may not convene a meeting that includes a quorum of the
Commission.
7. Commission committees may not speak or act for the Commission except when formally
given such authority for specific and time-limited purposes. Expectations and authorities will
be carefully stated in order not to conflict with authority delegated to the General Manager or
Commission Chair.
8. Commission committees may not exercise authority over management and staff employees.
The General Manager is accountable to the whole Commission and is not required to obtain
approval of any Commission committee before taking an executive action.
9. Commission committees will avoid relating to or identifying with discrete parts of the
organization rather than the whole. A Commission committee that has helped the
Commission create policy on a particular subject will not be used to monitor organizational
performance on that same subject, except with specific Commission approval.
POLICY HISTORY:
Adopted May 9, 2017
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COMMISSION POLICY
Section: Category:
Governance Governance Policies
Policy Reference: Policy Title:
G.2g1 Wage & Benefits Committee Charter
PURPOSE:
The Wage and Benefits Committee exists to help the Commission develop and maintain a pay
plan structure and benefits package that are market competitive, help promote employee
retention, and to help the Commission make informed decisions which provide value to the
customers through fair labor expenses. This Committee also exists to help the Commission with
succession planning and review pay equity compliance.
MEMBERSHIP:
The Committee shall be comprised of two Commissioners, the General Manager, the
Administrations Director, and the Operations Director. At no time shall there be a quorum of the
Commission on the Committee.
The Commission shall appoint Committee members annually following the Commission election
of officers during the March Regular Commission meeting. The Commission shall also appoint
the Committee Chair at that time.
ROLE OF THE COMMITTEE CHAIR:
The primary role of the Committee Chair is to run the Committee meetings. The Committee will
adhere to the Current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised for all situations to
which they are applicable and are not inconsistent with ERMU’s bylaws, policies, and any
special rules of order that the Commission may adopt. Committee meetings may be open or
closed in accordance with Open Meeting Law.
AUTHORITY:
Except as established in this Committee Charter, the authority of the Committee is limited to the
purpose of research and recommendation to the Commission. The Committee, at the discretion
and through formal action of the Commission, may be empowered beyond the role of research
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and recommendation such that it is consistent with the Organizational Core Purpose policies
and the Commission Committees policy.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
1. At the request of the Commission, research and analyze topics related to employee
compensation and benefits.
2. Annually perform market benchmarking and evaluate wages. The Committee shall present
options and make recommendations regarding cost of living adjustments and pay plan
structure modifications to the Commission for their consideration.
3. Review insurance policies and evaluate policy renewals related to employee benefit
insurances. The Committee shall present options and make recommendations regarding these
insurance policies to the Commission for their consideration.
4. Evaluate wage and benefit requests from employees. Present and make recommendations to
the Commission as appropriate.
5. Review submittal information pertaining to pay equity compliance requirements and present
options and make recommendations to the Commission as appropriate.
6. Record minutes of Committee meetings. Committee meeting minutes shall be subject to
applicable data retention law and policies.
SCHEDULE:
At a minimum, the Committee shall meet on a quarterly basis.
TERMINATION:
The Committee shall exist until at such time formal action of the Commission is taken to
dissolve the Committee.
POLICY HISTORY:
Adopted May 9, 2017
Revised February 14, 2023
Revised January 9, 2024
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COMMISSION POLICY
Section: Category:
Governance Governance Policies
Policy Reference: Policy Title:
G.2g2 Financial Reserves & Investment
Committee Charter
PURPOSE:
The Financial Reserves & Investment Committee exists to help the Commission develop and
maintain industry appropriate financial reserves and investment policies.
MEMBERSHIP:
The Committee shall be comprised of two Commissioners, the General Manager, and the
Finance Manager. At no time shall there be a quorum of the Commission on the Committee.
The Commission shall appoint Committee members annually following the Commission election
of officers during the March Regular Commission meeting. The Commission shall also appoint
the Committee Chair at that time.
ROLE OF THE COMMITTEE CHAIR:
The primary role of the Committee Chair is to run the Committee meetings. The Committee will
adhere to the Current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised for all situations to
which they are applicable and are not inconsistent with ERMU’s bylaws, policies, and any
special rules of order that the Commission may adopt. Committee meetings may be open or
closed in accordance with Open Meeting Law.
AUTHORITY:
Except as established in this Committee Charter, the authority of the Committee is limited to the
purpose of research and recommendation to the Commission. The Committee, at the discretion
and through formal action of the Commission, may be empowered beyond the role of research
and recommendation such that it is consistent with the Organizational Core Purpose policies
and the Commission Committees policy.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
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1. At the request of the Commission, research and analyze topics related to financial reserves
and investments.
2. On a periodic basis, the Committee will review the Investment Policies, investment balances,
and the various investment instruments for return, liquidity, and diversification. The
Committee may present options and make recommendations to the Commission for their
consideration.
3. Annually, when the Commission designates the official depository for the year, it should
provide for the Finance Manager to recommend that additional depositories be designated for
the purpose of investing funds.
4. On behalf of the Commission and Committee, new investments will be authorized by the
Finance Manager, with the funds actually being transferred via a check produced by the A/P
Specialist, and recorded in the check register detail presented at the regular Commission
meetings. Investments that mature shall be reinvested by the Finance Manager. All investing
will be transacted working with the investment firm(s) or bank(s) for the best rate of return
within the constraints of the Management Investment Policy. In the event that the Finance
Manager is unable to conduct the above investment responsibilities, the General Manager has
the authority to act in his/her absence.
5. On a periodic basis, the Committee will review the Financial Reserves Policies and reserve
balances. The Committee may present options and make recommendations to the
Commission for their consideration.
SCHEDULE:
At a minimum, the Committee shall meet on an annual basis.
TERMINATION:
The Committee shall exist until at such time formal action of the Commission is taken to
dissolve the Committee.
POLICY HISTORY:
Adopted May 9, 2017
Revised July 14, 2020
Revised January 9, 2024
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COMMISSION POLICY
Section: Category:
Governance Governance Policies
Policy Reference: Policy Title:
G.2g3 Information Security Committee Charter
PURPOSE:
Information security is managing risks to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of
information using administrative, physical, and technical controls.
The Information Security Committee exists to help develop and maintain industry appropriate
information security policies and oversight. Because of shared hardware and resources, there
exists an overlap and shared risk for ERMU and the City of Elk River (City) operations.
Although governed autonomously, this shall be an advisory Committee to both the ERMU and
the City.
MEMBERSHIP:
This Committee shall be comprised of equal representation from ERMU and the City. From
ERMU this committee shall include a Commissioner and the General Manager. The General
Manager will appoint three additional members, at least one of whom will be a manager and at
least one will be an information technology employee. From the City this committee shall
include a Councilmember and the City Administrator. The City Administrator will appoint three
additional members, at least one of whom will be a manager and at least one will be an
information technology employee. At no time shall there be a quorum of the Commission or the
Council on the Committee.
The Commission shall appoint ERMU’s Committee member representatives annually following
the Commission election of officers during the March Regular Commission meeting. The
Council shall appoint its member annually. The Committee shall elect a chair annually. The
General Manager and the City Administrator shall serve as the authorized reporting
representatives for their respective governing bodies.
ROLE OF THE COMMITTEE CHAIR:
The primary role of the Committee Chair is to run the Committee meetings and act as committee
secretary. The Committee will adhere to the Current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly
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Revised for all situations to which they are applicable and are not inconsistent with ERMU’s
bylaws, policies, and any special rules of order that the Commission may adopt; and similarly,
the Committee action shall not be inconsistent with applicable laws and policies which regulate
the City of Elk River. Committee meetings may be open or closed in accordance with Open
Meeting Law.
AUTHORITY:
Except as established in this Committee Charter, the authority of the Committee is limited to the
purpose of research and recommendation to ERMU and the City.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
1. Policies and Procedures: Assist ERMU and the City in the development of information
security related policies. Review effectiveness of information security policy
implementations. Identify and recommend how to handle non-compliance. Assist with the
development of information security related procedures, standards, guidelines, and baselines
to the ERMU and the City. At least annually, provide timely reports including
recommendations regarding effectiveness of polices and procedures to ERMU and City
leadership teams.
2. Risk Assessment: Review industry appropriate information security trends to maintain an up-
to-date perspective on related risks and industry’s best practice risk mitigation methods.
Identify significant threats and vulnerabilities. Assess the adequacy and coordination of the
implementation of information security controls. Recommend methodologies and processes
for information security. Evaluate ongoing related legal and regulatory compliance changes.
Review incident information and recommend follow-up actions. At least annually, provide
timely reports including recommendation regarding risks assessment to ERMU and City
leadership teams.
3. Budget Development: Develop data needed for thorough evaluation of proposed information
security initiatives for budget preparation and consideration. Information shall include
options, risk evaluation, resource requirements, implementation timelines, and costs. At least
annually and coordinating with their respective budgeting process schedules, provide timely
reports regarding information security initiatives proposed for consideration to ERMU and
City leadership teams.
4. Education and Awareness: Function as an information security program champion providing
clear direction and unity in ERMU and City leadership teams’ support for approved security
initiatives and policies. Develop and implement plans and programs to maintain information
security awareness. Promote information security education, training, and awareness
throughout ERMU and the City.
SCHEDULE:
At a minimum, the Committee shall meet on an annual basis.
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TERMINATION:
The Committee shall exist as a joint effort between ERMU and the City until at such time either
the Commission or Council dissolve the joint nature of the Committee.
POLICY HISTORY:
Established August 8, 2017
Revised November 12, 2019
Revised February 14, 2023
Revised January 9, 2024
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COMMISSION POLICY
Section: Category:
Governance Governance Policies
Policy Reference: Policy Title:
G.2g4 Dispute Resolution Committee Charter
PURPOSE:
The Dispute Resolution Committee exists to provide customers an alternative dispute resolution
option for circumstances which: require action beyond the authority assigned through the
Delegation to Management Policies; require policy creation, revision, or exception; have
exhausted the established utilities procedures and/or protocol; and involves customer protected
data for which the customer prefers addressing the issue through a meeting closed to the public.
For qualifying customer disputes, the Committee will provide: an informal hearing in
accordance with Open Meeting Law allowing the customers to communicate the concern; recess
and reconvene as needed to conduct appropriate research and/or deliberate; make a
determination within parameters established through the Commission Policies and within the
authorities delegated through this policy; and report and/or make recommendations to the
Commission as required.
MEMBERSHIP:
The Committee shall be comprised of five members, three appointed annually and two which vary
with each dispute. The three members appointed annually shall include two Commissioners and
the General Manager. At no time shall there be a quorum of the Commission on the Committee.
The Committee shall also include the director and the manager most directly involved in the
dispute.
The Commission shall appoint Committee members annually following the Commission election
of officers during the March Regular Commission meeting. The Commission shall also appoint
the Committee Chair at that time.
ROLE OF THE COMMITTEE CHAIR:
The primary role of the Committee Chair is to run the Committee meetings. The Committee will
adhere to the Current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised for all situations to
which they are applicable and are not inconsistent with ERMU’s bylaws, policies, and any
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special rules of order that the Commission may adopt.
AUTHORITY:
Except as established in this Committee Charter, the authority of the Committee is limited to the
purpose of dispute resolution within the authorities delegated to management through the
Commission Policies, research related to customer disputes or complaints, and recommendations to
the Commission. The Committee, at the discretion and through formal action of the Commission,
may be empowered beyond the role as outlined in this policy such that it is consistent with the
Organizational Core Purpose policies and the Commission Committees policy.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
1. After a formal request is submitted for a qualifying customer dispute, the
Committee will schedule a hearing, either in person or virtual, within a reasonable
amount of time.
2. Through the hearing, the Committee will allow the customer to communicate
relevant information and request dispute resolution which may require policy
creation, revision, or exemption.
3. The Committee is required to verify all information and data; and the Committee will
review the Customer’s account history and other relevant information.
4. And as needed, the Committee shall research industry best practices related to the dispute.
5. The Committee is authorized to engage legal counsel for legal review and
recommendations.
6. The Committee will make a determination whether resolution can be provided within the
authorities assigned through this policy; and if so, the Committee will provide written
summary of the dispute and the authorized resolution for implementation by management.
7. When no action is taken by the Committee toward resolution, the Committee will determine
whether the request warrants further consideration by the Commission, in which case the
Committee will present a summary of the dispute to the Commission and a make
recommendation. In the event that no action is taken by the Committee, and the Committee
has determined that the dispute does not warrant further consideration or advancement to
the Commission, the Committee shall summarize their finding in a report to be provide to
the customer and placed on file.
8. The Committee shall record minutes of all Committee meetings. Committee meeting
minutes shall be subject to applicable data retention law and policies.
SCHEDULE:
The Committee shall meet on an as-needed basis.
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TERMINATION:
The Committee shall exist until at such time formal action of the Commission is taken to
dissolve the Committee.
POLICY HISTORY:
Adopted January 12, 2021
Revised February 14, 2023
Revised February 13, 2024
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CHECK REGISTER
February 2026
APPROVED BY:
John Dietz
Jill Larson-Vito
Mary Stewart
Matt Westgaard
Nick Zerwas
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Check Register Totals
Page: 103/02/2026 3:48:07 pm
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/13/2026 To 02/13/2026
Rev: 202303050330
Pays Job Amount Hours
Gross Pay
185,083.67 3,209.002Reg Hours
5,945.90 62.003Overtime
0.00 0.004Double Time
3,118.10 56.005On-Call/Stand-by
56.67 0.0024FLSA
27.23 0.5025Rest Time
0.00 0.0010Bonus Pay
600.00 0.0018Commissioner Reimb - Electric
60.00 0.00104Commission Stipend
7,869.56 145.50VACVacation Pay
5,668.10 111.50SICKSick Pay
0.00 0.00HOLHoliday Pay
327.96 3.255-2 On-Call/Stand-by/OT
150.00 0.0018ACommissioner Reimb. - Water
220.35 2.2510-3 Bonus Pay Overtime
15.00 0.00104ACommission Stipend - Water
825.31 10.50PTOYPersonal Day - Year
570.13 7.003COvertime-Comp Time
0.00 0.004CDouble Time-Comp Time
-570.13 -7.00CM3COvertime-Comp Time Adjusted
0.00 0.00CM4CDouble Time-Comp Time Adjusted
1,550.00 0.00106Longevity Pay
2,627.84 64.00MILMilitary Pay - Calendar Year
Gross Pay Total:214,145.69 3,664.50
Total Pays:214,145.69 3,664.50
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Check Register Totals
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Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/27/2026 To 02/27/2026
Rev: 202303050330
Pays Job Amount Hours
Gross Pay
158,910.05 2,786.752Reg Hours
164.67 2.003Overtime
0.00 0.004Double Time
3,083.78 56.005On-Call/Stand-by
0.00 0.0024FLSA
0.00 0.0025Rest Time
914.06 14.0010Bonus Pay
0.00 0.0018Commissioner Reimb - Electric
60.00 0.00104Commission Stipend
12,797.32 237.00VACVacation Pay
8,480.46 134.75SICKSick Pay
20,034.70 352.00HOLHoliday Pay
0.00 0.005-2 On-Call/Stand-by/OT
0.00 0.0018ACommissioner Reimb. - Water
0.00 0.0010-3 Bonus Pay Overtime
15.00 0.00104ACommission Stipend - Water
1,729.92 32.00PTOYPersonal Day - Year
49.16 0.503COvertime-Comp Time
272.16 2.004CDouble Time-Comp Time
-49.16 -0.50CM3COvertime-Comp Time Adjusted
-272.16 -2.00CM4CDouble Time-Comp Time Adjusted
120.10 2.00COMPComp Time Taken
0.00 0.00106Longevity Pay
0.00 0.00MILMilitary Pay - Calendar Year
Gross Pay Total:206,310.06 3,616.50
Total Pays:206,310.06 3,616.50
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 1 - GENERAL FUND
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
WIRE23882/4/26 FISERV5655 ACH FEES - JAN 2026 1,675.22
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 418.81
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 2,344.66
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 586.16
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 567.14
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 141.78
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 2,508.02
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 627.01
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 53.25
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 13.31
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 793.57
ACH FEES - JAN 2026 198.39
Total for Check/Tran - 2388:9,927.32
Total for Bank Account - 1 :(1)9,927.32
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Check Register
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02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
WIRE51032/4/26 IRS - USA TAX PMT (ELECTRONIC)152 PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 19,724.73
PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 25,852.44
PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 3,951.09
PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 5,565.56
Total for Check/Tran - 5103:55,093.82
WIRE51042/4/26 PERA (ELECTRONIC)153 PERA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 11,027.14
PERA CONTRIBUTIONS 12,723.64
PERA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 2,498.18
PERA CONTRIBUTIONS 2,882.54
Total for Check/Tran - 5104:29,131.50
WIRE51052/4/26 VOYA INSTITUTIONAL TRUST COMPAN160HCSP EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 2,597.45
HCSP EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 451.59
Total for Check/Tran - 5105:3,049.04
WIRE51062/4/26 VOYA INSTITUTIONAL TRUST COMPAN161MNDCP EE MANAGER CONTRIBUTIONS 368.35
MNDCP EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 3,892.37
MNDCP EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION 5,716.87
MNDCP EMPLOYER MGR CONTRIBUTION 619.52
MNDCP EE ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS 1,824.50
MNDCP EE ROTH MGR CONTRIBUTIONS 251.17
MNDCP EE MANAGER CONTRIBUTIONS 51.76
MNDCP EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 352.90
MNDCP EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION 746.34
MNDCP EMPLOYER MGR CONTRIBUTION 85.54
MNDCP EE ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS 393.44
MNDCP EE ROTH MGR CONTRIBUTIONS 33.78
Total for Check/Tran - 5106:14,336.54
WIRE51072/4/26 JOHN HANCOCK285 W&A EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION 2,350.59
W&A MANAGER CONTRIBUTION 436.88
WENZEL EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 1,924.43
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
WENZEL MANAGER CONTRIBUTIONS 136.43
DEF COMP ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS W&A 900.00
WENZEL EE ROTH MGR CONTRIBUTIONS 300.45
W&A EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION 539.18
W&A MANAGER CONTRIBUTION 67.50
WENZEL EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 191.40
WENZEL MANAGER CONTRIBUTIONS 34.11
DEF COMP ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS W&A 347.78
WENZEL EE ROTH MGR CONTRIBUTIONS 33.39
Total for Check/Tran - 5107:7,262.14
WIRE51082/4/26 MINNESOTA CHILD SUPPORT PAYMEN598 CHILD SUPPORT 304.10
WIRE51092/4/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 HSA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 3,465.31
HSA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 570.46
Total for Check/Tran - 5109:4,035.77
WIRE51102/5/26 MINNESOTA REVENUE (ELECTRONIC)154 PAYROLL TAXES - STATE 8,460.91
PAYROLL TAXES - STATE 1,776.64
Total for Check/Tran - 5110:10,237.55
WIRE51112/6/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 164 222.20
FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 164 55.55
Total for Check/Tran - 5111:277.75
WIRE51122/5/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 164 0.02
WIRE51132/9/26 HEALTHPARTNERS631 DENTAL EE INSURANCE - FEB 2026 1,062.67
DENTAL ER INSURANCE - FEB 2026 2,873.82
DENTAL EE INSURANCE - FEB 2026 182.09
DENTAL ER INSURANCE - FEB 2026 860.44
Total for Check/Tran - 5113:4,979.02
WIRE51142/9/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 119 1,922.88
ADMINISTRATIVE FEE INVOICE - FEB 2026 121.90
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
ADMINISTRATIVE FEE INVOICE - FEB 2026 25.10
Total for Check/Tran - 5114:2,069.88
WIRE51152/9/26 ONLINE UTILITY EXCHANGE (ELECTR166 UTILITY EXCHANGE REPORT - JAN 2026 229.20
UTILITY EXCHANGE REPORT - JAN 2026 57.30
Total for Check/Tran - 5115:286.50
WIRE51172/12/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 HSA ER CONTRIB BALANCE - 169 177 708.33
WIRE51182/11/26 MEDICA8708 MEDICAL EE INSURANCE - FEB 2026 11,203.80
MEDICAL ER INSURANCE - FEB 2026 60,621.73
MEDICAL INSURANCE COBRA - FEB 2026 2,749.76
MEDICAL EE INSURANCE - FEB 2026 2,712.20
MEDICAL ER INSURANCE - FEB 2026 15,563.80
Total for Check/Tran - 5118:92,851.29
WIRE51212/13/26 IRS - USA TAX PMT (ELECTRONIC)152 PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 341.00
PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 237.16
Total for Check/Tran - 5121:578.16
WIRE51222/17/26 MINNESOTA REVENUE (ELECTRONIC)154 PAYROLL TAXES - STATE 96.88
WIRE51232/13/26 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS549 OFFICE TELEPHONE & CABLE 192.94
OFFICE TELEPHONE & CABLE 48.24
Total for Check/Tran - 5123:241.18
WIRE51242/18/26 IRS - USA TAX PMT (ELECTRONIC)152 PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 18,223.48
PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 24,970.88
PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 3,789.10
PAYROLL TAXES - FEDERAL & FICA 5,551.84
Total for Check/Tran - 5124:52,535.30
WIRE51252/18/26 PERA (ELECTRONIC)153 PERA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 11,279.70
PERA CONTRIBUTIONS 13,015.07
PERA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 2,485.36
PERA CONTRIBUTIONS 2,867.72
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
Total for Check/Tran - 5125:29,647.85
WIRE51262/18/26 PERA (ELECTRONIC)153 PERA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 11,430.90
PERA CONTRIBUTIONS 13,189.55
PERA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 2,436.22
PERA CONTRIBUTIONS 2,811.01
Total for Check/Tran - 5126:29,867.68
WIRE51272/18/26 VOYA INSTITUTIONAL TRUST COMPAN160HCSP EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 2,573.63
HCSP EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 463.21
Total for Check/Tran - 5127:3,036.84
WIRE51282/18/26 VOYA INSTITUTIONAL TRUST COMPAN161MNDCP EE MANAGER CONTRIBUTIONS 368.37
MNDCP EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 3,806.88
MNDCP EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION 5,191.38
MNDCP EMPLOYER MGR CONTRIBUTION 619.54
MNDCP EE ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS 1,824.50
MNDCP EE ROTH MGR CONTRIBUTIONS 251.17
MNDCP EE MANAGER CONTRIBUTIONS 51.74
MNDCP EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 357.39
MNDCP EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION 690.83
MNDCP EMPLOYER MGR CONTRIBUTION 85.52
MNDCP EE ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS 393.44
MNDCP EE ROTH MGR CONTRIBUTIONS 33.78
Total for Check/Tran - 5128:13,674.54
WIRE51292/18/26 JOHN HANCOCK285 W&A EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION 1,931.41
W&A MANAGER CONTRIBUTION 436.89
WENZEL EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 1,791.97
WENZEL MANAGER CONTRIBUTIONS 136.43
DEF COMP ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS W&A 896.04
WENZEL EE ROTH MGR CONTRIBUTIONS 300.46
W&A EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION 543.19
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
W&A MANAGER CONTRIBUTION 67.49
WENZEL EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 191.45
WENZEL MANAGER CONTRIBUTIONS 34.11
DEF COMP ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS W&A 351.74
WENZEL EE ROTH MGR CONTRIBUTIONS 33.38
Total for Check/Tran - 5129:6,714.56
WIRE51302/18/26 MINNESOTA CHILD SUPPORT PAYMEN598 CHILD SUPPORT 304.10
WIRE51312/19/26 MINNESOTA REVENUE (ELECTRONIC)154 PAYROLL TAXES - STATE 8,025.55
PAYROLL TAXES - STATE 1,730.44
Total for Check/Tran - 5131:9,755.99
WIRE51332/19/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 HSA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 2,827.80
HSA EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION 581.97
Total for Check/Tran - 5133:3,409.77
WIRE51342/19/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 164 0.02
FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 164 0.01
Total for Check/Tran - 5134:0.03
WIRE51352/20/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 164 222.19
FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 164 55.55
Total for Check/Tran - 5135:277.74
WIRE51362/13/26 CARDMEMBER SERVICE9654 FIRST NATIONAL BANK VISA 11,911.71
FIRST NATIONAL BANK VISA 584.58
Total for Check/Tran - 5136:12,496.29
WIRE51372/23/26 MINNESOTA REVENUE SALES TX (ELE174 SALES AND USE TAX - JAN 2026 301,006.61
SALES AND USE TAX - JAN 2026 1.56
SALES AND USE TAX - JAN 2026 3,181.83
Total for Check/Tran - 5137:304,190.00
WIRE51382/25/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 147 153.80
FSA CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS - 147 38.45
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
Total for Check/Tran - 5138:192.25
WIRE51392/25/26 HEALTHEQUITY, INC738 BALANCE PRE-FUND 2025 HCRA - 172 20.14
BALANCE PRE-FUND 2025 HCRA - 172 5.04
Total for Check/Tran - 5139:25.18
DD232332/12/26 CITY OF ELK RIVER11 2025 STREET IMPROVEMENTS 117,935.47
TRASH BILLED - JAN 2026 173,506.80
Total for Check/Tran - 23233:291,442.27
DD232342/12/26 ARCHER PLUMBING LLC728 WATER HEATER SERVICE 175.00
WATER HEATER SERVICE 25.00
Total for Check/Tran - 23234:200.00
DD232352/12/26 AUTOMATIC SYSTEMS CO1327 SCADA 37,401.00
DD232362/12/26 CDW GOVERNMENT663 Warranty 235.37
Warranty 287.67
Total for Check/Tran - 23236:523.04
DD232372/12/26 CITY OF ELK RIVER11 PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #13 -3.82
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #13 312.39
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #33 -5.67
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #33 324.69
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #33 -0.30
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #33 17.09
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #15 246.30
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #66 -14.93
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #66 253.25
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #2 -0.90
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #2 64.26
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #2 -0.22
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #2 16.05
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #5 -8.40
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #5 342.63
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #11 -13.26
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #11 279.13
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #14 -1.12
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #14 77.10
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #14 -0.05
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #14 4.04
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #28 -1.30
PARTS & LABOR FOR UNIT #28 82.92
FUEL USAGE - DEC 2025 2,256.23
FUEL USAGE - DEC 2025 765.87
VINYL STICKERS FOR TRUCKS -0.78
VINYL STICKERS FOR TRUCKS 303.18
Total for Check/Tran - 23237:5,294.38
DD232382/12/26 CROW RIVER FARM EQUIP CO36 MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 63.24
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 139.35
Total for Check/Tran - 23238:202.59
DD232392/12/26 ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES23 CYCLE 3 - INV GRP 414 - DEC 2025 125.00
CYCLE 3 - INV GRP 414 - DEC 2025 819.57
CYCLE 3 - INV GRP 395 - DEC 2025 11,998.64
Total for Check/Tran - 23239:12,943.21
DD232402/12/26 MITCH GIRTZ8494 RETURN FUNDS TO EE - 119 250.00
DD232412/12/26 HOTSY MINNESOTA5310 TRUCK WASH SOAP 579.06
TRUCK WASH SOAP 82.72
Total for Check/Tran - 23241:661.78
DD232422/12/26 MARILU INC828 MONTHLY CLEANING FOR THE PLANT-JAN 2026 2,982.74
MONTHLY CLEANING FOR THE PLANT-JAN 2026 426.11
Total for Check/Tran - 23242:3,408.85
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02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
DD232432/12/26 METRO SALES, INC330 COPIER MTC CONTRACT -12/21/25 to 1/20/26 175.27
COPIER MTC CONTRACT -12/21/25 to 1/20/26 43.82
Total for Check/Tran - 23243:219.09
DD232442/12/26 KATY OLSON5006 Water Clothing/PPE 199.94
DD232452/12/26 RALPHIE'S MINNOCO8897 RALPHIE'S MINNOCO 113.29
DD232462/12/26 WATER LABORATORIES INC135 SAMPLING - JAN 2026 360.00
DD232472/19/26 ARCHER PLUMBING LLC728 WATER METER INSTALL 981.66
WATER METER INSTALL -71.66
Total for Check/Tran - 23247:910.00
DD232482/19/26 MICHAEL ATWOOD665 Mileage-Schools and Meetings 34.65
DD232492/19/26 BORDER STATES ELECTRIC SUPPLY9 SUPPLYTRAX ANNUAL SUPPORT 825.00
ANIMAL GUARD 2,137.00
Mtce of OH Primary 306.25
Ground Bar 225.61
Ground Bar 225.61
Overhead Material 9,435.00
Total for Check/Tran - 23249:13,154.47
DD232502/19/26 CAMPBELL KNUTSON8843 LEGAL SERVICES - JAN 2026 805.60
LEGAL SERVICES - JAN 2026 201.40
Total for Check/Tran - 23250:1,007.00
DD232512/19/26 CRC7448 CUSTOMER SERVICE AFTER HOURS 2,662.98
CUSTOMER SERVICE AFTER HOURS 665.74
Total for Check/Tran - 23251:3,328.72
DD232522/19/26 ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES23 CYCLE 4 - ACCT 51086 - JAN 2026 62.59
CYCLE 4 - INV GRP 396 - JAN 2026 314.37
Total for Check/Tran - 23252:376.96
DD232532/19/26 FASTENAL COMPANY671 SCREWS 3.96
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Check Register
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02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
DD232542/19/26 FRONTIER ENERGY, INC664 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - DEC 2025 16,537.73
DD232552/19/26 GARAGE DOOR STORE404 FSB CENTER GATE REPAIR -2.06
FSB CENTER GATE REPAIR 426.43
FSB CENTER GATE REPAIR -0.30
FSB CENTER GATE REPAIR 60.93
Total for Check/Tran - 23255:485.00
DD232562/19/26 GOPHER STATE ONE-CALL91 LOCATES FOR - JAN 2026 151.38
LOCATES FOR - JAN 2026 7.97
Total for Check/Tran - 23256:159.35
DD232572/19/26 HAWKINS, INC.809 Water Chemicals 1,742.62
DD232582/19/26 INNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS LLC6836 OFFICE SUPPLIES 157.31
OFFICE SUPPLIES 39.33
Total for Check/Tran - 23258:196.64
DD232592/19/26 MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL POWER AGEN1001 PURCHASED POWER - JAN 2026 1,819,306.10
PURCHASED POWER - JAN 2026 297,287.32
Total for Check/Tran - 23259:2,116,593.42
DD232602/19/26 MMUA39 ELEC TRAINING FOR WATER OP - 196 3.26 685.00
DD232612/19/26 NISC9300 AGREEMENTS INVOICE - JAN 2026 53.94
AGREEMENTS INVOICE - JAN 2026 792.40
AGREEMENTS INVOICE - JAN 2026 11,787.03
AGREEMENTS INVOICE - JAN 2026 260.00
AGREEMENTS INVOICE - JAN 2026 339.60
AGREEMENTS INVOICE - JAN 2026 2,658.22
AGREEMENTS INVOICE - JAN 2026 65.00
MISC INVOICE - JAN 2026 719.08
MISC INVOICE - JAN 2026 179.77
PRINT SERVICES - JAN 2026 7,984.39
PRINT SERVICES - JAN 2026 1,996.10
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
Total for Check/Tran - 23261:26,835.53
DD232622/19/26 DEREK S PALMER460 Mileage 31.18
DD232632/19/26 SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABORAT7940 Meter 5,796.25
DD233102/26/26 BEAUDRY OIL COMPANY6 UNLEADED FUEL 2,090.23
DIESEL FUEL 3,005.85
Total for Check/Tran - 23310:5,096.08
DD233112/26/26 CITY OF ELK RIVER11 SEWER BILLED - JAN 2026 253,639.83
STORMWATER BILLED - JAN 2026 57,222.46
REVENUE TRANSFER - JAN 2026 176,199.68
REVENUE TRANSFER - JAN 2026 3,403.95
Total for Check/Tran - 23311:490,465.92
DD233122/26/26 ELFERING & ASSOCIATES3667 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - JAN 2026 975.00
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES-JAN 2026 CTY 44 2,400.00
Total for Check/Tran - 23312:3,375.00
DD233132/26/26 ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES23 CYCLE 1 - INV GRP 421 - JAN 2026 5,149.79
CYCLE 1 - ACCT 183 - JAN 2026 1,331.26
CYCLE 1 - INV GRP 101 - JAN 2026 4,398.59
CYCLE 1 - INV GRP 101 - JAN 2026 17.47
CYCLE 1 - INV GRP 101 - JAN 2026 693.18
CYCLE 1 - INV GRP 101 - JAN 2026 742.82
CYCLE 1 - INV GRP 101 - JAN 2026 173.30
Total for Check/Tran - 23313:12,506.41
DD233142/26/26 FASTENAL COMPANY671 STRAPPING 25.48
DD233152/26/26 KATHY A GREENBERG8469 Mileage-Office Supplies 31.55
Mileage-Office Supplies 7.89
Total for Check/Tran - 23315:39.44
DD233162/26/26 JT SERVICES OF MINNESOTA8083 Wipes 1,757.06
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
DD233172/26/26 MMUA39 LEGIS CONF - 186 189 672.00
LEGIS CONF - 186 189 168.00
Total for Check/Tran - 23317:840.00
DD233182/26/26 NCPERS MINNESOTA573 EXTRA LIFE INSURANCE - MARCH 2027 323.20
EXTRA LIFE INSURANCE - MARCH 2027 44.80
Total for Check/Tran - 23318:368.00
DD233192/26/26 CHRIS SUMSTAD395 EMERG PREPAREDNESS MEAL - 9 8.48
CHK904452/12/26 AT & T MOBILITY4531 CELL PHONES & iPAD BILLING 41.07
CELL PHONES & iPAD BILLING 2,551.10
CELL PHONES & iPAD BILLING 17.60
CELL PHONES & iPAD BILLING 688.53
Total for Check/Tran - 90445:3,298.30
CHK904462/12/26 AX3 LLC DBA: DOLPHIN CAR WASH9997 INACTIVE REFUND 3,006.47
CHK904472/12/26 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MINNES5224 VISION INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 317.62
VISION INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 84.33
Total for Check/Tran - 90447:401.95
CHK904482/12/26 BROGAV SOLUTIONS LLC9997 Credit Balance Refund 344.78
CHK904492/12/26 CAPSTONE HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 128.86
CHK904502/12/26 CAPSTONE HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 109.24
CHK904512/12/26 CAPSTONE HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 128.56
CHK904522/12/26 CAPSTONE HOMES9999 MR Refund 34,710.00
CHK904532/12/26 CURTIS HOLDINGS, LLC9997 Credit Balance Refund 164.49
CHK904542/12/26 ELK RIVER CUB FOODS9192 SAFETY MEETING SNACKS 30.91
SAFETY MEETING SNACKS 7.73
Total for Check/Tran - 90454:38.64
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
CHK904552/12/26 FAIRVIEW HEALTH SERVICES8709 RANDOM DOT SCREENING - 136 171 177 160.00
RANDOM DOT SCREENING - 136 171 177 115.00
Total for Check/Tran - 90455:275.00
CHK904562/12/26 FERGUSON WATERWORKS #25168247 ACADEMY TRAINING - 157 162 174 191 200.00
CHK904572/12/26 KEITH GRAFF9997 INACTIVE REFUND 170.21
CHK904582/12/26 GREATAMERICA FINANCIAL SERVICES730LEASE FOR COPIER AT PLANT 105.01
LEASE FOR COPIER AT PLANT 26.26
Total for Check/Tran - 90458:131.27
CHK904592/12/26 TODD HAATAJA9997 INACTIVE REFUND 290.45
CHK904602/12/26 ROCHELLE HASS9997 INACTIVE REFUND 131.04
CHK904612/12/26 JOHN HAYEN9997 INACTIVE REFUND 96.50
CHK904622/12/26 HEALTHPARTNERS631 DENTAL EE INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 1,063.62
DENTAL ER INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 2,874.69
DENTAL EE INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 182.09
DENTAL ER INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 862.45
Total for Check/Tran - 90462:4,982.85
CHK904632/12/26 IDEAL SERVICE, INC.9301 REPAIRS - WELL #3 652.50
REPAIRS - WELL #4 650.00
Keypads 860.54
Total for Check/Tran - 90463:2,163.04
CHK904642/12/26 KEITH JOHNSON9997 INACTIVE REFUND 75.99
CHK904652/12/26 JACON KNUTSON9997 INACTIVE REFUND 83.02
CHK904662/12/26 KRUGER CONSTRUCTION9997 INACTIVE REFUND 321.90
CHK904672/12/26 SCOTT LAPLANTE9997 INACTIVE REFUND 364.62
CHK904682/12/26 LEWIS CUSTOM HOMES, INC9997 Credit Balance Refund 143.42
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Accounts Payable
Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
CHK904692/12/26 RACHEL LIND9997 Credit Balance Refund 156.38
CHK904702/12/26 MARCO TECHNOLOGIES, LLC8605 PRINTER MTC CONTRACT - 12/24 to 1/23/26 1,314.11
PRINTER MTC CONTRACT - 12/24 to 1/23/26 305.33
Total for Check/Tran - 90470:1,619.44
CHK904712/12/26 MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS797 HEATED SAND 104.53
CHK904722/12/26 MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SV903MR Refund WO 25-69PO 8500833815 3,850.00
CHK904732/12/26 MENARDS145 MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES -0.51
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 7.02
TORCH & BUTANE 5.46
MUTUAL AID SUPPLIES 34.29
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 37.40
REBATE -3.13
REBATE -2.48
Total for Check/Tran - 90473:78.05
CHK904742/12/26 MIDWEST OVERHEAD CRANE245 BRIDGE CRANE SERVICE 855.92
CHK904752/12/26 MICHAELA MILLER9997 INACTIVE REFUND 83.89
CHK904762/12/26 MINNESOTA COMPUTER SYSTEMS INC119 COPIER MTC CONTRACT - 1/12 to 2/11/26 106.77
COPIER MTC CONTRACT - 1/12 to 2/11/26 26.69
Total for Check/Tran - 90476:133.46
CHK904772/12/26 MINNESOTA DNR - OMB252 WATER USE PERMIT 140.00
CHK904782/12/26 MINNESOTA DNR - OMB252 2025 WATER USAGE 21,893.48
CHK904792/12/26 MUTUAL OF OMAHA633 ELEC LIFE INSURANCE - FEB 2026 259.69
LIFE & STD INSURANCE - FEB 2026 1,782.70
ELEC LIFE INSURANCE - FEB 2026 211.76
LIFE & STD INSURANCE - FEB 2026 453.19
Total for Check/Tran - 90479:2,707.34
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Accounts Payable
Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
CHK904802/12/26 NAPA AUTO PARTS120 BATTERY CLEANER 10.57
PARTS FOR UNIT #19 - BATTERY 173.51
PARTS FOR UNIT #30 52 65.26
PARTS FOR UNIT #43 38.52
PEN 2.47
OIL FILTER - UNIT #34 15.36
Total for Check/Tran - 90480:305.69
CHK904812/12/26 NATURAL SYSTEMS UTILITIES IMMN9997 Credit Balance Refund 193.12
CHK904822/12/26 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORES, INC3769 JACK OIL 8.62
CHK904832/12/26 PRIME ADVERTISING & DESIGN, INC.811 Marketing 1,500.00
CHK904842/12/26 QUADIENT FINANCE USA, INC8606 POSTAGE 800.00
POSTAGE 200.00
Total for Check/Tran - 90484:1,000.00
CHK904852/12/26 RDO EQUIPMENT CO.3218 PARTS FOR UNIT #54 -16.05
PARTS FOR UNIT #54 204.45
Total for Check/Tran - 90485:188.40
CHK904862/12/26 REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC574 TRASH & RECYCLING SERVICE - JAN 2026 1,711.20
TRASH & RECYCLING SERVICE - JAN 2026 244.46
TRASH & RECYCLING SERVICE - JAN 2026 481.63
TRASH & RECYCLING SERVICE - JAN 2026 87.50
TRASH & RECYCLING SERVICE - JAN 2026 12.43
Total for Check/Tran - 90486:2,537.22
CHK904872/12/26 STUART C. IRBY CO.6107 Mtce of OH Primary 117.13
CHK904882/12/26 THE SHERWIN-WILLIAMS CO.2560 Water Chemicals 94.80
PAINT 142.20
Total for Check/Tran - 90488:237.00
CHK904892/12/26 MARK TODD9997 INACTIVE REFUND 527.34
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Accounts Payable
Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
CHK904902/12/26 UC LABORATORY222 SAMPLIN - PHOSPHORUS 17.66
CHK904912/12/26 WESCO RECEIVABLES CORP.55 Mtce of OH Primary 247.60
CHK904922/12/26 WORTH CUSTOM HOMES9997 INACTIVE REFUND 150.00
CHK904932/19/26 1ST AYD CORPORATION328 POP-UP WIPES 826.76
POP-UP WIPES 206.69
Total for Check/Tran - 90493:1,033.45
CHK904942/19/26 BENEFIT EXTRAS, INC662 COBRA ADMINISTRATION - JAN 2026 15.00
CHK904952/19/26 CENTERPOINT ENERGY3982 NATURAL GAS & IRON REMOVAL 5,346.23
NATURAL GAS & IRON REMOVAL 1,146.65
Total for Check/Tran - 90495:6,492.88
CHK904962/19/26 CONNEXUS ENERGY76 LOR - AREA 1 YR 10 493,546.19
LOR - AREA 2 YR 9 169,130.89
LOR - AREA 3&4 YR 8 127,708.98
LOR - AREA 5&6 YR 7 115,269.11
LOR - AREA 7&8 YR 6 35,666.27
Total for Check/Tran - 90496:941,321.44
CHK904972/19/26 DAVID DOEBLER9997 INACTIVE REFUND 544.95
CHK904982/19/26 ELK RIVER WINLECTRIC122 MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES -96.17
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 1,317.26
WIRE 58,943.78
WIRE -4,302.96
CONNECTOR 10.78
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 71.61
PVC END 44.40
SWITCH 2.30
BOX PAD 9,803.06
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES -2.01
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 27.43
Total for Check/Tran - 90498:65,819.48
CHK904992/19/26 CARRIE HUND9997 INACTIVE REFUND 292.58
CHK905002/19/26 NICHOLAS LINDBERG9997 INACTIVE REFUND 377.88
CHK905012/19/26 MENARDS145 MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 21.93
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 14.65
HAND RIVETER 39.40
Total for Check/Tran - 90501:75.98
CHK905022/19/26 MIDWEST OVERHEAD CRANE245 CRANE INSPECTIONS 1,025.83
CRANE INSPECTIONS 297.81
Total for Check/Tran - 90502:1,323.64
CHK905032/19/26 NATIONAL ENERGY FOUNDATION705 2026 ENERGY EDUCTION KITS 9,442.00
CHK905042/19/26 MASSAH PARLEH9997 INACTIVE REFUND 199.39
CHK905052/19/26 JOSIE REED9997 INACTIVE REFUND 245.50
CHK905062/19/26 KATHY SERAMUR9997 INACTIVE REFUND 61.38
CHK905072/19/26 STUART C. IRBY CO.6107 Wire Tags 647.25
Mtce of URD Primary 1,895.00
Total for Check/Tran - 90507:2,542.25
CHK905082/19/26 SUMMIT AR822 COMMISSIONS DUE COLLECTION AGENCY 32.40
CHK905092/19/26 TRANSUNION331 SKIP TRACING - JAN 2026 80.00
SKIP TRACING - JAN 2026 20.00
Total for Check/Tran - 90509:100.00
CHK905102/19/26 VIKING ELECTRIC375 LIMIT SWITCH 220.07
CHK905112/19/26 WALMAN OPTICAL429 SAFETY GLASSES - 106 -28.14
SAFETY GLASSES - 106 389.14
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
SAFETY GLASSES - 106 -1.47
SAFETY GLASSES - 106 20.47
Total for Check/Tran - 90511:380.00
CHK905122/26/26 1ST AYD CORPORATION328 First Aid Kits 1,112.55
First Aid Kits 157.14
Total for Check/Tran - 90512:1,269.69
CHK905132/26/26 ACE HARDWARE766 TANK TOP HEATER 59.05
CHK905142/26/26 APEX EMBROIDERY DESIGN INC9997 INACTIVE REFUND 1,203.70
CHK905152/26/26 BRAUN INTERTEC CORPORATION9266 East Sub 1,497.65
CHK905162/26/26 BROTHERS FIRE & SECURITY8215 ANNUAL MONITOR-WELL #7 2/1 to 1/31/27 593.31
CHK905172/26/26 CENTERPOINT ENERGY3982 NATURAL GAS & IRON REMOVAL - JAN 2026 6,647.09
NATURAL GAS & IRON REMOVAL - JAN 2026 1,412.32
Total for Check/Tran - 90517:8,059.41
CHK905182/26/26 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS549 OFFICE TELEPHONE & CABLE 217.21
OFFICE TELEPHONE & CABLE 54.30
Total for Check/Tran - 90518:271.51
CHK905192/26/26 GREG CHRISTENSEN9997 INACTIVE REFUND 29.86
CHK905202/26/26 ELK RIVER CUB FOODS9192 COOKIES FOR MEETINGS 22.38
COOKIES FOR MEETINGS 5.60
Total for Check/Tran - 90520:27.98
CHK905212/26/26 ELK RIVER HEATING & AIR CONDITION4252REPLACE AIR EXCHANGE UNIT - WELL #6 3,500.00
CHK905222/26/26 ESTATE OF SARA KOLLODGE9997 INACTIVE REFUND 83.45
CHK905232/26/26 GATHERWELL9997 INACTIVE REFUND 177.20
CHK905242/26/26 DOUG GILL9997 INACTIVE REFUND 62.19
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
CHK905252/26/26 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES824 HOME DEPOT 218.79
HOME DEPOT 90.57
Total for Check/Tran - 90525:309.36
CHK905262/26/26 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS TRUST48 LIABILITY INSURANCE - 7/25 to 7/26 FINAL 18,100.35
LIABILITY INSURANCE - 7/25 to 7/26 FINAL 6,991.65
Total for Check/Tran - 90526:25,092.00
CHK905272/26/26 LENNAR HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 120.99
CHK905282/26/26 LENNAR HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 149.88
CHK905292/26/26 LENNAR HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 202.36
CHK905302/26/26 LENNAR HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 250.00
CHK905312/26/26 LENNAR HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 122.17
CHK905322/26/26 LENNAR HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 188.95
CHK905332/26/26 LENNAR HOMES9997 Credit Balance Refund 149.22
CHK905342/26/26 LGI HOMES, MN9997 Credit Balance Refund 190.40
CHK905352/26/26 MARCO TECHNOLOGIES, LLC8605 PRINTER MTC CONTRACT - 2/1 to 3/1/26 196.66
PRINTER MTC CONTRACT - 2/1 to 3/1/26 49.16
OFFICE 365 - 1/25 TO 2/24/26 1,314.10
OFFICE 365 - 1/25 TO 2/24/26 305.33
ACE PROGRAM - 1/29 to 2/27/26 1,531.39
ACE PROGRAM - 1/29 to 2/27/26 382.85
Total for Check/Tran - 90535:3,779.49
CHK905362/26/26 MENARDS145 SHOP SUPPLIES 28.81
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES -22.08
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES -13.62
MISC PARTS & SUPPLIES 54.01
Total for Check/Tran - 90536:47.12
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
CHK905372/26/26 DMITRIY MILLER9997 INACTIVE REFUND 123.53
CHK905382/26/26 MINNESOTA DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY202 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FEE - WELL #2 100.00
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FEE - WELL #5 100.00
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FEE - WELL #6 100.00
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FEE - WELL #7 100.00
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FEE - WELL #3 100.00
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FEE - WELL #4 100.00
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FEE - WELL #9 100.00
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FEE - 1705 MAIN 25.00
Total for Check/Tran - 90538:725.00
CHK905392/26/26 MUTUAL OF OMAHA633 ELEC LIFE INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 270.37
LIFE & LTD INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 1,771.77
ELEC LIFE INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 215.18
LIFE & LTD INSURANCE - MARCH 2026 450.77
Total for Check/Tran - 90539:2,708.09
CHK905402/26/26 JANA OLSON9997 INACTIVE REFUND 41.03
CHK905412/26/26 LINDA PATTERSON9997 INACTIVE REFUND 253.05
CHK905422/26/26 SETH ROSENBERG9997 INACTIVE REFUND 281.65
CHK905432/26/26 MELISSA SMITH9997 INACTIVE REFUND 378.37
CHK905442/26/26 STUART C. IRBY CO.6107 WIRE 1,187.70
WIRE 252.26
Fuse Holder 6,750.00
Total for Check/Tran - 90544:8,189.96
CHK905452/26/26 UNITED HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC.5744 CIP - LIGHTING RETROFIT 22,209.15
CHK905462/26/26 UNITED HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC.5744 CIP - UPS REBATE 18,744.46
CHK905472/26/26 VIKING ELECTRIC375 CLAMP -2.62
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Check Register
Elk River Municipal Utilities
02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank Account: 5 - GENERAL FUND WITHDRAWALS
Check /
Tran Date
Pmt
Type AmountVendor NameVendor Reference
CLAMP 35.82
Total for Check/Tran - 90547:33.20
CHK905482/26/26 WESCO RECEIVABLES CORP.55 SPLICE 408.78
Total for Bank Account - 5 :(178)4,969,713.73
Grand Total :4,979,641.05(179)
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PARAMETERS ENTERED:
Check Date:02/01/2026 To 02/28/2026
Bank:All
Vendor:All
Check:
Journal:All
Format:All GL References/Amounts
Extended Reference:No
Check/TransactionSort By:
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AllPayment Type:
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Authorization Listing:No
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Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes
February 10, 2026
Page 1
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE UTILITIES COMMISSION
HELD AT UTILITIES CONFERENCE ROOM
February 10, 2026
Members Present: Chair John Dietz, Vice Chair Mary Stewart, Commissioner Matt Westgaard
Remote Members: Commissioner Nick Zerwas participated in the meeting via interactive
television as he was out of state at the time of the meeting.
Members Absent Commissioner Jill Larson-Vito
ERMU Staff Present: Mark Hanson, General Manager
Sara Youngs, Administrations Director
Tony Mauren, Governance & Communications Manager
Tom Geiser, Operations Director
Chris Sumstad, Electric Superintendent
Mike Tietz, Technical Services Superintendent
David Ninow, Water Superintendent
Jenny Foss, Communications & Administrative Coordinator
Dan Plude, Inventory & Procurement Foreperson
Others Present: Jared Shepherd, Attorney; Cal Portner, City Administrator
1.0 GOVERNANCE
1.1 Call Meeting to Order
The regular meeting of the Utilities Commission was called to order at 3:30 p.m. by Chair Dietz.
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
1.3 Consider the Agenda
Moved by Commissioner Westgaard and seconded by Commissioner Stewart to approve the
February 10, 2026, agenda. Motion carried 4-0 in a roll call vote.
1.4 Recognition of Employee Longevity - Dan Plude, 8 years
Mr. Sumstad presented Inventory & Procurement Foreperson Dan Plude to the Commission
commending him for his significant contributions which extend beyond his defined role and
support both the electric and water departments. Mr. Sumstad explained that Mr. Plude’s
background as an electrician proved invaluable during the construction of the field services
building, where he managed both utility and building material inventory. Mr. Plude was also
praised for his adept management of supply chain challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic,
successfully navigating lead time issues to ensure a steady supply of necessary materials.
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Mr. Plude expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work at Elk River Municipal Utilities
and highlighted the positive collaboration he experiences with his team and with county
personnel.
2.0 CONSENT AGENDA (Approved By One Motion)
Moved by Commissioner Stewart and seconded by Commissioner Westgaard to approve the
following Consent Agenda:
2.1 Check Register – January 2026
2.2 Regular Meeting Minutes – January 13, 2026
2.3 2025 Annual Safety Report
2.4 Update Cogeneration and Small Power Production Tariff – Schedule 1, 2, and 3
2.5 2025 Fourth Quarter Delinquent Items
Motion carried 4-0 in a roll call vote.
3.0 OPEN FORUM
No one appeared for open forum.
4.0 POLICY & COMPLIANCE
4.1 Commission Policy Review – G.4g – Organization, Staffing, and Compensation
It was noted that this was a break in the sequential order of the monthly policy manual
review as the Employee Handbook is scheduled for update at the June meeting, and a
review of the Controlled Substances policy will be brought back to a future meeting with
new language provided by legal counsel to reflect changes in state law.
The Commission reviewed the policy concerning the general manager's responsibilities for
organization structure, staffing, and compensation. Staff did not recommend any changes
to the current policy. The Commission had no comments or objections, and no action was
taken.
4.2 ERMU Commission Compensation and Stipends
Mr. Hanson presented a review of commissioner compensation, comparing ERMU’s
current structure to that of 14 other utilities. Currently ERMU commissioners receive $150
per month and a $75 per day stipend when they participate in additional qualifying
activities like conferences or community events.
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Mr. Hanson presented his attachment which showed the various compensation packages,
showing a pay range from $0 per month up to $600 per month, with an overall average
monthly pay of $271 dollars. He added that all comparison utilities reimburse or cover
costs for travel and training. He explained that all compared utilities were all municipals
with a good blend of size and structure.
Commissioners expressed that while compensation is not the motivation for their service,
an adjustment is warranted to keep pace with peer utilities as they have done with staff
compensation, Payment in Lieu of Taxes to the City, and customer rates. Commissioner
Stewart noted from the memo it had been over 10 years since the compensation and
stipends have been reviewed, having last been formally discussed in November 2015.
The Commission agreed that any change should be based on a clear rationale, similar to
the data-driven approach used for staff compensation studies.
It was confirmed by Mr. Shepherd that currently any recommended change to
commissioner compensation must be approved by the City Council, but there should be a
future review of whether that process should be adapted.
Mr. Hanson stated he would prepare multiple compensation package options for the
Commission to review at the March meeting based on the 14 responses received. These
options will consider how to calculate and set the monthly base pay as well as the
additional activity daily stipends.
5.0 BUSINESS ACTION
5.1 Financial Report – December 2025
Mr. Hanson presented the unaudited financial reports for December 2025 YTD, he noted
additionally there is still some data that has yet to be submitted to the finance
department. He explained that ERMU finished the year with a strong combined margin of
7.8%, totaling $4.1 million. The electric department contributed 92% of the margin, with
the water department contributing 8%.
Customer accounts remain in good standing, with 86% of all receivables current. Only 4%
of accounts are over 90 days past due. Ms. Youngs explained that franchise fees can see a
rise in delinquency during winter months, as energy assistance programs do not cover this
fee.
Purchased power costs constituted 68% of total expenses for 2025, representing a nearly
$2 million increase from 2024.
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Electric usage was approximately 4% higher in January 2026 compared to January 2025.
Water sales tracked closely with prior years, showing typical increases during summer
months.
Moved by Commissioner Stewart and seconded by Commissioner Westgaard to receive
the December 2025 Financial Report. Motion carried 4-0 in a roll call vote.
5.2 Minnesota Municipal Power Agency Solar Site Interconnection Agreement
Mr. Hanson presented his memo on the interconnection agreement with the Minnesota
Municipal Power Agency (MMPA) for a new 3.5-megawatt solar site. The solar site is just
outside the service territory to the west and will connect to an ERMU substation via a
dedicated feeder line. ERMU will act as a contractor to install the line, with all costs
reimbursed by MMPA. Upon completion, MMPA will own and operate the solar site, the
line, and the substation interconnection. ERMU will retain the right to disconnect the site
if necessary to protect its own electrical system.
There was discussion about the land MMPA owns in northern Elk River which is being
reserved for future development, including a new renewable gas plant injection site.
Moved by Commissioner Westgaard and seconded by Commissioner Stewart to approve
Minnesota Municipal Power Agency Solar Site Interconnection Agreement pending final
legal review, as well as provision of authorization to the general manager and ERMU’s
attorney to approve any subsequent, immaterial changes. Motion carried 4-0 in a roll
call vote.
5.3 Strategic Plan and 2025 Annual Business Plan Results
Mr. Hanson presented his memo and asked individual managers to speak to their item
listed on the attachment labelled Strategic Plan and 2025 Annual Business plan Results.
Following presentation on the Disaster Recovery Plan initiative, Commissioner Westgaard
commended staff on the work which does not always yield results that are immediately
appreciated, but the community would expect ERMU to have. Mr. Geiser explained that
the work to update the existing plan will benefit younger staff who will become
organizational leaders. Chair Dietz asked if the plan was created in conjunction with City.
Staff explained that there had been joint exercises. Mr. Hanson added his appreciation for
the Commission supporting ERMU participating in mutual aid efforts, as it offers valuable
training to staff and helps ERMU build for the future.
In the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Project discussion, Mr. Tietz explained that
supply chain issues limited ERMU’s ability to complete commercial electric meter
exchanges in 2025. Ms. Youngs provided examples of how staff uses data to serve
customers and help them understand their usage. Ms. Youngs encouraged commissioners
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to sign up for SmartHub so they can provide feedback to staff as they work to improve the
user experience. In response to a question, Ms. Youngs stated that 71% of customers have
a SmartHub account.
During the Planning for Future Wells, Treatment and Storage topic, Mr. Ninow noted the
significant milestone in receiving approval from the DNR to drill up to three new wells, as
ERMU sources its water from the Mt. Simon-Hinckley Aquifer, the access to which is highly
regulated. Mr. Ninow added that part of the approval for the new wells was the
consideration that it would be prohibitively expensive for ERMU to begin to treat and
distribute surface water from the Mississippi River. Mr. Hanson explained the
considerations for future well sites, which ERMU is exploring with the help of a
consultant. In response to a question, staff explained that while permission from the DNR
to develop new wells doesn’t necessarily expire there is an expectation that projects will
proceed in a timely manner.
During discussion of the Management Policy Manual project staff described the process
for appropriately delegating policies to the Commission and management respectively.
Staff explained that management delegated policies had been reviewed by legal staff both
in the separation of policies occurring in 2017 and during the review which had occurred
over the past three years.
Commissioner Westgaard asked how data retention practices are applied to the
information collected by the AMI system. Staff stated that ERMU data systems are
established with specific retention schedules in place. Mr. Shepherd and staff stated they
would confirm the retention practices and report back to the Commission.
The Commission shared their appreciation for the presentation, stating they felt the
summary provided the information they needed to assess the organization’s performance
in strategic initiatives.
6.0 BUSINESS DISCUSSION
6.1 Staff Updates
Mr. Geiser shared that ERMU had received its anticipated Bucket Truck #5. Staff will be
sending the replaced vehicle to auction.
Mr. Portner reminded commissioners that RSVPs for the city-held commissioner appreciation event,
occurring on March 5, are due by February 11.
6.2 City Council Update
Chair Dietz provided a city council update.
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6.3 Future Planning
Chair Dietz announced the following:
a. Regular Commission Meeting – March 10, 2026
b. 2026 Governance Agenda
6.5 Other Business
There was no other business
7.0 ADJOURN REGULAR MEETING
Moved by Commissioner Westgaard and seconded by Commissioner Stewart to adjourn the
regular meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission at 4:46 p.m. Motion carried
4-0 in a roll call vote.
Minutes prepared by Tony Mauren.
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John J. Dietz, ERMU Commission Chair
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Jolene Richer, Deputy City Clerk
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Tony Mauren – Governance & Communications Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
4.1
SUBJECT:
Annual Commissioner Orientation
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
BACKGROUND:
Commission Policy G.2d – Commission Member Role, Responsibilities, and Orientation
describes the role and responsibilities of commissioners operating as a governing body in
accordance with applicable law. The Commission also establishes its expectations for the
orientation of new commission members.
As stated in the policy, “The ERMU Commission is committed to excellent governance. This
requires that individual Commissioners be well-informed about ERMU, its customers and
stakeholders, the utility business, prudent financial management, and the Commission’s own
governance structure and processes.” Consistent with this commitment and commission
policies, an annual orientation program for new and existing commission members was
implemented in 2018.
This year’s orientation will offer a presentation from Frontier Energy with updates on ERMU’s
Conservation Improvement Program.
Attached is a review and summary of the Commission Policy Manual and Reference Guide
updates from the previous 12 months. Please note that these updates are published as they are
approved throughout the year.
COMMISSIONER POLICY AND REFERENCE GUIDE UPDATES:
1. Updated Commission Policies
• G.4a – Succession of Leadership
• G.4b – Information and Support to the Commission
• G.4g1 – Performance Metrics and Incentive Compensation
• G.4c – Strategic and Business Planning
• G.4f1 – Employee Handbook
• G.4e – Core Customer Services
• G.4j – Cost Allocation and Recovery
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• G.4e1 – Customer Accounts
• G.5a – Margins
• G.2a1 – Payment in Lieu of Taxes and Other Donations to the City of Elk River
• G.4e3 – Water Services
2. Updates to Commission Reference Guide
• 2026 Governance Agenda
• 2026 ERMU Organizational Chart
• 2026 ERMU Staff Roster - On file with the Governance Manager
• 2026 Utilities Commission Member Listing
• 2026 Utilities Commission Meeting Schedule
• 2026 Upcoming Events
• 2026 Travel Expense Guidelines for Commissioners
ATTACHMENTS:
• Summary Commission Policy and Reference Guide Updates from the previous 12
months
• Updated Reference Guide items listed above
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SUMMARY COMMISSION POLICY AND REFERENCE GUIDE UPDATES FROM THE PREVIOUS 12 MONTHS
POLICY
G.4a – Succession of Leadership – April 8, 2025 – Commission approved updated language establishing
that the interim acting general manager job description would effectively be the current general
manager's job description until a special meeting is convened to establish the role description. The
memo also established the operations director as the primary successor and the administrations
director as the secondary successor.
G.4b – Information and Support to the Commission – May 13, 2025 – Commission approved a
rewording of the sentence “The General Manager shall not permit the Commission to be uninformed or
unsupported in its work” to “The General Manager shall ensure that the Commission is informed and
supported in its work.”
G.4g1 – Performance Metrics and Incentive Compensation – May 13, 2025 – In the Consent Agenda,
the Commission approved updated language to establish a time window for distribution of the
compensation, per legal counsel’s recommendation.
G.4c – Strategic and Business Planning – June 3, 2025 – Commission approved updated language that
reduced the Strategic Planning time period from “not less than five years” to “not less than three years”
as staff felt it more closely followed past and current practice while also allowing for greater
responsiveness in a rapidly changing industry. There were also wording edits to the Note section to
reduce redundancy.
G.4f1 – Employee Handbook – June 3, 2025 – Commission adopted the following changes:
• Updated the revision date on the cover page and in the footer.
• Revised the Table of Contents and corresponding page numbers.
• Section 14 – Exposure to Hazardous Substances – Corrected the misuse of “insure” to “ensure.”
• Section 21 – Job Posting – Added statutory language from Minn. Stat. § 181.173 requiring salary
ranges in job postings.
• Section 32 – Storm Pay – Added a provision establishing a 16-hour daily minimum pay for
employees dispatched out of state to assist with storm restoration.
• Section 34 – Longevity Pay – Removed the program’s start date (2022).
• Section 35 – Paycheck Deductions – Removed World Vision and United Way.
• Section 41 – Purchased Vacation Time (PVT) – Removed, effective January 1, 2025; all
subsequent sections have been renumbered accordingly.
• Section 42 – Paid Sick and Safe Leave – Expanded to allow the use of accrued leave for funeral
arrangements, attending services or memorials, and handling financial or legal matters following
a family member’s death.
• Section 45 – Health Care Savings Plan – Removed reference to four (4) specific pay groups.
• Section 47 – Health Insurance Coverage – Updated to reflect cost increases.
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• Section 56 – Parenting Leave – Revised to prohibit the reduction of leave taken for prenatal care
or medical appointments.
• Section 63 – Bereavement Leave – Expanded to include grandparent-in-law.
G.4e – Core Customer Services – September 9, 2025 – Commission approved gender-neutral language
updates.
G.4j – Cost Allocation and Recovery – September 9, 2025 – Commission approved language that calls
for a cost-of-service study every five years instead of every ten, per American Public Power Association’s
best industry practices.
G.4e1 – Customer Accounts – October 14, 2025 – Commission approved a typo correction, adding
specificity to a procedure, and rewording language around the Cold Weather Rule to avoid the need for
future updates.
G.5a – Margins – November 12, 2025 – Commission approved language updates that establish a cap on
margins rather than a range; 10% of total revenue for electric, and 15% of total revenue for water.
G.2a1 – Payment in Lieu of Taxes and Other Donations to the City of Elk River – November 12, 2025 –
Commission approved:
• An increase in the revenue transfer to the City from 4.0% to 5.0% of the revenue generated by
ERMU’s electric customers within the corporate boundaries of the City of Elk River.
• A revenue transfer exemption for catastrophic events.
• A revenue transfer of 2% of the revenue generated by ERMU’s water customers.
• To continue donating water for firefighting, street sweeping, and public ice rinks.
• To begin charging the City of Elk River for all electricity for streetlights and signal lights.
• To begin charging the City for labor costs associated with specific tasks when requested.
G.4e3 – Water Services – December 9, 2025 – Commission approved more general language that also
directs readers to the City's engineering design standards for specific details.
REFERENCE GUIDE
2026 Governance Agenda – The Review and Update of the Strategic Plan agenda item was moved from
August to October to allow for a more comprehensive review of progress later in the calendar year without
overloading the November and December meetings.
2026 Organizational Chart
2026 ERMU Staff Roster – On file with the governance & communications manager.
2026 Utilities Commission Member Listing – In June 2025, Jill Larson-Vito filled the vacancy created by Paul
Bell’s departure.
2026 Utilities Commission Meeting Schedule – In 2026, all Commission meetings will take place at 3:30 p.m.
on the second Tuesday of each month in the Utilities Conference Room.
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2026 Upcoming Events – The Sherburne County Parade is scheduled for Saturday, July 18; The Minnesota
Municipal Power Agency Annual Meeting will likely occur on Tuesday, July 21 with a location to be
determined; The Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association’s Summer Conference is scheduled for Monday,
August 17 to Wednesday, August 19 in St. Cloud.
2026 Travel Expense Guidelines – This form now directs commissioners and staff to resources to accurately
calculate per diem amounts (based on location and time of year) and mileage reimbursement rates. As
commissioner compensation is a topic for the March 2026 meeting that language may be updated after
adjournment.
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Tuesday, January 13:
•Annual Review of Committee Charters
Tuesday, February 10:
•Review Strategic Plan and 2025 Annual Business
Plan Results
Tuesday, March 10:
•Oath of Office
•Election of Officers
•Annual Commissioner Orientation and Review
Governance Responsibilities and Role
Tuesday, April 14:
•Audit of 2025 Financial Report
•Financial Reserves Allocations
•Review 2025 Performance Metrics
Tuesday, May 12:
•Annual General Manager Performance
Evaluation and Goal Setting
Tuesday, June 6:
•Annual Commission Performance Evaluation
Tuesday, July 14: Tuesday, August 11:
•Annual Business Plan – Review Proposed 2027
Travel, Training, Dues, Subscriptions, and Fees
Budget
Tuesday, September 8:
•Annual Business Plan – Review Proposed 2027
Capital Projects Budget
Tuesday, October 13:
•Annual Business Plan – Review Proposed 2027
Expenses Budget
•Review and Update Strategic Plan
Wednesday, November 10:
•Annual Business Plan - Review Proposed 2027
Rates and Other Revenue
•Adopt 2027 Fee Schedule
•2027 Stakeholder Communication Plan
Tuesday, December 8:
•Adopt 2027 Official Depository and Delegate
Authority for Electronic Funds Transfers
•Designate Official 2027 Newspaper
•Approve 2027 Regular Meeting Schedule
•Adopt 2027 Governance Agenda
•Adopt 2027 Annual Business Plan
2026 GOVERNANCE AGENDA
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Electric and
Water
Customers
Utilities
Commission
General
Manager
Operations
Director
Water
Superintendent
Water
Operations
Foreperson
Lead Water
Operator
Water Operator
(2)
Water Utility
Worker
Technical
Services
Superintendent
System Engineer
OPEN
Substation
Apparatus
Technician
Electrician-
Electrical Tech
Electrical
Technician
Locator
(2)
Electric
Superintendent
Line Crew
Foreperson
(2)
Lead Lineworker
(4)
Lineworker
(4)
Field Crew
Foreperson
Lead Bore Rig
Operator
Bore Rig
Operator
Inventory
Procurrent
Foreperson
Inventory
Procurement
Assistant
GIS/Mapping
Coordinator
Finance
Manager
Accountant
AP & Payroll
Specialist
Administration
Director
Governance
Communications
Manager
Communications
& Admin
Coordinator
IT / OT
Technician
Administrative
Specialist
OPEN
Billing Specialist
Credit
Collections
Specialist
Lead Customer
Service Rep
Customer
Service Rep
(3)
HR Generalist
Organizational Chart
Last Updated March 5, 2026
45 of 47 FTE
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Utilities Commission Members
John Dietz, Utilities Chair
Council Representative
Email: jdietz@ermumn.com
Term Expires: 02/29/28
Mary Stewart, Utilities Vice Chair
Email: mstewart@ermumn.com
Term Expires: 02/29/28
Jill Larson-Vito
Email: jlarson-vito@ermumn.com
Term Expires: 02/28/27
Matt Westgaard
Email: mwestgaard@ermumn.com
Term Expires: 02/28/29
Nick Zerwas
Email: nzerwas@ermumn.com
Term Expires: 02/28/29
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Utilities Commission Meeting Schedule2026
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Holidays
Jan 1 - New Year's Day Sept 7 - Labor Day
Jan 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day Nov 11 - Veterans Day
Feb 16 - Presidents' Day Nov 26 - Thanksgiving
May 25 - Memorial Day Nov 27 - Day after Thanksgiving
June 19 - Juneteenth Dec 24 - Christmas Eve
July 3 - Independence Day (Saturday)Dec 25 - Christmas Day
January April July October
February May August November
Commission meetings are held at the ERMU Office, 13069 Orono Parkway, Elk River, MN, unless otherwise posted.
March June September December
NOTE: ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Commission meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month and begin at 3:30 p.m.
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Sherburne County Parade
July 18, 2026
MMPA Annual Meeting
July 21, 2026 - Location TBD
MMUA Summer Conference
August 17-19, 2026 - St. Cloud, MN
2026 UPCOMING EVENTS
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Travel Expense Guidelines for Commissioners
MEALS
Food allowances are actual expenditures for meals and gratuity, excluding alcoholic beverages. When
commissioners travel for ERMU activities and incur expenses for meals, the reimbursable total is based
on the U.S. General Services Administration’s (GSA) established per diem amounts. The maximum to be
reimbursed can be found on the GSA website (www.GSA.gov). Meals and Incidental (per diem) Expense
Rates can vary based on location and time of year. For reference, as of March 2026, the Meals and
Incidental Expenses Rate for Minneapolis/St. Paul is $92 per day. Staff is available to help commissioners
confirm the appropriate per diem rate prior to travel.
Itemized receipts must be submitted for reimbursement.
When travelling for the entire day, the distribution is flexible, meaning the reimbursable funds do not
need to be allotted in equal portions for each meal. If there are multiple days of travel, the distribution
per day is also flexible, meaning the reimbursable funds do not need to be allotted in equal portions for
each day.
If you are travelling for a partial day (i.e. only over the course of one or two meals), deduct one-third
from the total reimbursable amount for each meal not occurring during travel.
If you are at an event where the meal is provided and included in the fee for the event, please have that
meal unless there are extenuating circumstances such as allergies or dietary restrictions.
MILEAGE
The 2026 business mileage reimbursement will be based on the current IRS mileage rates (available at
www.IRS.gov). In order to receive reimbursement, commissioners must submit an address for their
destination and the mileage accrued. As of March 2026, the mileage rate is $0.725 per mile.
COMPENSATION [TO BE DISCUSSED IN THE MARCH 2026 COMMISSION MEETING]
Members of the commission representing ERMU at meetings/conferences that are in addition to
the commission meetings will receive a $75 per day stipend.
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Energy Conservation Programs
Update March 10, 2026
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Primary Metrics and 2025 Results
Metric Annual
Requirement
2025
Achieved
Total Energy Savings (kWh)4,746,471 4,829,754
Savings from Energy
Conservation Improvements
(kWh)
2,847,882 3,923,306
Low-Income Spending
Requirement ($)$26,041 $108,039
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Program Delivery Administration Incentives kWh Participants
Low-Income $0 $10,694 $0 1,259 0
Residential Programs $41,250 $120,865 $85,582 275,974 569
EV Charging $0 $0 $19,600 319,159 29
Commercial Programs $143,103 $0 $125,295 3,646,073 35
Regulatory Costs $0 $32,012 $0 0 0
Distributed and Renewable
Generation $0 $2,723 $0 0 0
Electric Utility Infrastructure $0 $0 $0 587,289 0
Research and Development $0 $0 $0 0 0
Load Management $0 $0 $0 0 0
Total = $581,123 $184,353 $166,293 $230,477 4,829,754 633
ECO 2025 Results – by Program
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Delivery
$184,353
32%
Administration
$166,293
28%
Incentives
$230,477
40%
Annual Spending
Goal
4,746,471 kWh
102% 2025
Completed
1.5% Annual Energy Savings
$634,500
92% 2025
Completed
1.5% Annual Spending
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
ECO 2024-2026 Tracking – Energy Savings
Goal
14,239,413
2024 Completed
5,240,384
2025 Completed
4,829,754
2026 Plan
4,169,275
0
2,000,000
4,000,000
6,000,000
8,000,000
10,000,000
12,000,000
14,000,000
16,000,000
Goal DeliveredkWh1.5% kWh Savings Tracking
Goal 2024 Completed 2025 Completed 2026 Plan
Goal
8,543,646
2024 Completed
3,762,970
2025 Completed
3,923,306
2026 Plan
857,369
0
1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
4,000,000
5,000,000
6,000,000
7,000,000
8,000,000
9,000,000
Goal DeliveredkWh0.90% kWh Savings Tracking
Goal 2024 Completed 2025 Completed 2026 Plan
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
ECO 2024-2026 Tracking – Spending
Goal
$1,903,500
2024 Completed
$573,438
2025 Completed
$581,123
2026 Plan
$546,720
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
$1,800,000
$2,000,000
Goal Delivered
1.5% Spend Tracking
Goal 2024 Completed 2025 Completed 2026 Plan
Goal
$89,281
2024 Completed
$102,523
2025 Completed
$108,039
2026 Plan
$100,819
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
Goal Delivered
0.2% Low-Inc. Spend Tracking
Goal 2024 Completed 2025 Completed 2026 Plan
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Highlights - 2025PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Highlights - 2025
•Achieved the Total Energy Savings Goal two years in a row.
•569 residential rebates = $85,582
○275,974 kWh Savings
•35 commercial rebates = $125,295
○3,646,073 kWh Savings
•29 enrolled in the EV Charging program
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Commercial/Industrial Highlights
•Pullman Place Cooperative
•Jackson Place Apartments
•Dove Tree Apartments
Multifamily
•Furniture and Things
•Top Spot
•EDCO Distribution
•Union Congregational Church
•ISD 728
•Spectrum Charter School
•Central Minnesota Mental Health Center
Commercial
•Jonny Pops
•United Health Group
•Heritage Millwork
Industrial
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Annual kWh Energy Savings – 1.5% vs. Achieved
4,306,231 4,490,283 4,734,577 4,855,289 4,907,874 4,746,471 4,746,471 4,746,471
4,010,155
3,199,352
4,597,290
2,253,972
3,553,314
2,791,863
5,235,601
4,829,754
0
1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
4,000,000
5,000,000
6,000,000
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
1.5% kWh Savings Goal kWh Actual
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Annual Spending – 1.5% vs. Actual
$502,230 $529,797 $513,645
$547,350 $548,026
$579,388
$634,500 $634,500
$419,776 $443,790
$486,835
$426,381 $414,513 $387,736
$564,201 $581,123
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
1.5% Spending Goal Spending Actual
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
$22,793 $23,785 $25,403 $26,134 $26,898 $26,041 $29,760 $29,760
$39,458
$24,682
$39,910 $41,384
$74,557
$93,074
$106,740 $108,039
$0
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Low Income Spending Goal Low Income Spending Actual
Annual Low -Income Spending
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Annual Program Performance - $ Spend / kWh Delivered
$0.105
$0.139
$0.106
$0.189
$0.117
$0.139
$0.108
$0.120
$0.000
$0.020
$0.040
$0.060
$0.080
$0.100
$0.120
$0.140
$0.160
$0.180
$0.200
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Actual $/kWh
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
Questions
PRESENTED AT MEETING - FRONTIER ENERGY
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Tony Mauren – Governance & Communications Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
4.2
SUBJECT:
Annual Commission Bylaw and Attendance Policy Review
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
BACKGROUND:
On June 3, 2024, the City Council adopted City Ordinance 24-14 - Amending Chapter 2, Article
V, Boards and Commissions of the City of Elk River, Minnesota, City Code, which includes a
provision that all City of Elk River commissions will review their bylaws annually. City staff has
also requested commissioners receive their respective body’s attendance policies.
DISCUSSION:
ERMU’s bylaws are attached for review. Staff has no recommended updates.
Conditions of compliant attendance are the following:
Members are expected to maintain a suitable attendance record. Attendance is vital to
community board service and City Council expectations. Because attendance is important, the
City Council has adopted the following attendance policy:
Members shall be automatically removed for lack of attendance. Lack of attendance is defined
as:
Regularly Scheduled Monthly Commissions: missing three (3) regularly scheduled
meetings during a calendar year without an excused absence or missing 50% of
Regular and Special Meetings with or without an excused absence during a
calendar year.
An absence may be excused if the staff liaison or Office of the City Clerk are notified no later
than 12 p.m. (noon) on the day of the scheduled meeting.
Participation for less than three-fourths (3/4) of a meeting shall be considered an absence.
Members removed pursuant to this paragraph shall not continue to serve on the board. A
member may appeal termination by requesting a hearing before the City Council within 10 days
of notice of termination.
ATTACHMENTS:
• ERMU Policy – G.1a – Bylaws
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COMMISSION POLICY
Section: Category:
Governance Authorities and Purpose Policies
Policy Reference: Policy Title:
G.1a Bylaws
ARTICLE I – AUTHORITY
Section 1. The Village of Elk River Water, Light, Power and Building Commission was
created on July 11, 1947, by resolution adopted by the Village of Elk River Trustees.
Section 2. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 412.331, adopted in 1949, any water,
light, power and building commission then in existence was required to thereafter operate as a
public utilities commission under Minnesota Statutes, Sections 412.321 to 412.391. The Village
of Elk River Water, Light, Power and Building Commission became Elk River Municipal
Utilities.
Section 3. Elk River Municipal Utilities is a public utilities commission operating
pursuant to and subject to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 412.321 to 412.391 and Elk River City
Code Sections 2-271 to 2-276.
ARTICLE II – JURISDICTION
Section 1. Elk River Municipal Utilities has jurisdiction over:
A. The City of Elk River Municipal electric utility; and
B. The City of Elk River water utility.
ARTICLE III – COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP
Section 1. Pursuant to Laws of Minnesota 2016, Chapter 97 – House File No. 2718, and
Elk River City Code Section 2-271, the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission shall consist
of five members. No more than two members may also serve as City Council members.
Section 2. Commissioners shall be appointed by the City Council to staggered terms.
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Section 3. Each Commissioner shall serve for a term of three years and until a successor
is appointed and qualified.
Section 4. Commissioners shall comply with the City’s conflict of interest ordinance, Elk
River City Code Sections 2-131 to 2-135.
Section 5. No member of the Commission shall receive a salary except as fixed by the
City Council.
ARTICLE IV – OFFICERS
Section 1. The Commission shall annually choose a president from among its members.
The president shall be designated the Chair of the Commission and shall perform such duties as
shall be delegated to the Chair in the Commission’s adopted policies
Section 2. The Commission may also annually appoint a Vice-Chair of the Commission
who shall perform such duties as shall be delegated to the Vice-Chair in the Commission’s
adopted policies. The Vice-Chair shall preside at meetings of the Commission if the Chair is
absent.
Section 3. The Commission shall also appoint a Secretary for an indefinite term. The
Secretary need not be a member of the Commission and shall perform such duties as shall be
delegated to the Secretary in the Commission’s adopted policies.
Section 4. The Commission shall have the power to revoke a Commission member’s
appointment as Chair or Vice-Chair, and appoint a replacement Chair or Vice Chair, if the
Commission determines, by a vote of a majority of its members, to do so. The Commission shall
also have the power to replace the Secretary at any time by a vote of the majority of its members.
ARTICLE V – MEETINGS
Section 1. The Commission shall hold at least one regular meeting each month, on the
day and at the time designated by the Commission from time to time. Regular meetings shall be
noticed as required by Minnesota Statutes.
Section 2. The Commission may hold special meetings from time to time at the request
of the Chair or the request of two other Commissioners. Special meetings shall be noticed as
required by Minnesota Statutes.
Section 3. A majority of the Commissioners shall constitute a quorum for the transaction
of business, and the votes of a majority of the Commissioners present shall be sufficient to adopt
any motion or resolution. The votes of members on any action shall be taken by ayes and nays
recorded in the minutes.
Section 4. Commission meetings are open to the public unless closed as authorized by
Minnesota Statutes, and shall be governed by Roberts Rules of Order, latest revised edition, for
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all situations to which they apply and in which they are not inconsistent with these Bylaws, the
Commission’s adopted Policies, and any special rules of order that the Commission may adopt.
ARTICLE VI – POWERS
Section 1. The Commission shall have all of the powers enumerated in Minnesota
Statutes, Section 412.361 and, except as provided in the Bylaws and the Commission’s adopted
Policies, shall exercise those powers on its own behalf.
ARTICLE VII – GENERAL MANAGER
Section 1. The Commission shall have the power to appoint a General Manager, whose
responsibilities, duties, limits of authority and accountability to the Commission shall be set forth
in these Bylaws and as designated by the Commission from time to time in its adopted Policies.
Section 2. The General Manager shall have the authority to implement the Commission’s
powers under Minnesota Statutes, Section 412.361, Subds. 1 and 2 to enter into contracts for the
operation of the utility and to employ all necessary help for the management and operation of the
public utility, by entering into contracts and employing personnel consistent with the
Commission’s adopted budget and pay plan. However, all contracts requiring public bidding, all
contracts falling under Minnesota Statutes, Section 412.361, Subds. 3, 4 and 5, and all contracts
required by the Commission’s adopted Policies to be approved by the Commission, shall be
approved by the Commission.
Section 3. If the position of the General Manager is vacant, the Commission may
designate another to perform all or some of the General Manager’s duties.
ARTICLE VIII – FINANCES, FUNDS AND REPORTS
Section 1. The Commission shall maintain the funds, conduct the audits and make the
reports required by Minnesota Statutes, Sections 412.371 and 412.381.
ARTICLE IX – APPLICATION AND AMENDMENT
Section 1. In the event that any provision of these Bylaws is or may be in conflict with
the laws of any governmental body or power having jurisdiction over the Elk River Municipal
Utilities Commission, or over the subject matter to which such provision of these Bylaws applies
or may apply, such provision of these Bylaws shall be inoperative to the extent only that the
operation thereof unavoidably conflicts with such law and shall in all other respects be in full
force and effect.
Section 2. These Bylaws may be amended by the Commission at any regular meeting by
a majority vote of the entire Commission, provided the proposed amendment is on the agenda
and made public no later than three days before the meeting.
Section 3. In addition to these Bylaws, the Commission may adopt, from time to time,
Governance Policies (adopted Policies) that are not inconsistent with these Bylaws.
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BYLAW HISTORY:
Adopted June 13, 2017
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Mark Hanson – General Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
4.3
SUBJECT:
ERMU Mission, Vision, and Values
ACTION REQUESTED:
Adopt the Proposed Mission, Vision and Organizational Value Statements
BACKGROUND:
In August 2017, the Commission adopted a comprehensive manual of governance policies
based on the Carver Model of governance. Included in those governance policies are
Governance Policies G.1c-G.1e, ERMU’s Mission, Vision, and Values, respectively. Although
formally adopted into a governance policy manual in 2017, it is unknown when the current
mission, vision, and values were first adopted. We do know that an early draft of what became
the current mission was presented to the Commission in August 1997.
To establish shared understanding, mission, vision, and values statements are defined as:
• Mission: An organization’s purpose and who it serves, as in “Why are we here?”
• Vision: The future state an organization aspires to, providing inspiration and direction.
• Values: The beliefs and guiding principles that shape culture and employee actions.
Over the past two years, staff have undertaken a comprehensive review of our mission, vision,
and values. Staff felt it was important that these crucial elements of ERMU’s identity evolve
with the organization which has undergone major changes in recent years, both in leadership
and service. After numerous management meetings, feedback sessions, consultant review, and
countless revisions, the entire staff is excited to present the attached Proposed Mission, Vision,
and Values for ERMU.
DISCUSSION:
An organization works best when its employees share a common purpose, direction, and
culture. The most effective way to develop those attributes is to create meaningful mission,
vision, and value statements that are easy to remember and that resonate with employees.
Accordingly, the management team created shorter mission and vision statements, and
selected organization values that can be arranged to form the acronym R.I.S.E.S. which aids in
memorization.
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The Process
For the first round of review, management presented their revised mission, vision, and value
statements to staff, including examples of possible wall art, and asked for feedback on how to
make the various components more meaningful and easier to remember. Management also
asked employees to suggest words that resonated with them either personally or within their
organizational roles.
Roughly 65% of staff provided suggestions on how to make the statements more meaningful.
Additional feedback was received regarding the wall art, which is a separate process. The most
common feedback on the mission, vision, and values statements included:
• Keep it short, shorter is easier to remember
• Resonating key words included service, community, excellence, value, and safety
• Incorporate the concept of servant leadership
• Keep the R.I.S.E.S. acronym
Over the following months, management incorporated staff’s suggested key words and themes
into future revisions, and considered feedback from ERMU’s marketing firm, until the team felt
they were close enough to bring it back to staff.
Second round feedback from staff engagement included:
• Mission – Staff liked how the mission statement was short and got at the heart of “why
we’re here.” Staff thought it was important to focus on serving the entire community,
not just customers, as focusing on the community illustrated the value of being a
hometown utility. They also liked the all-inclusive nature of “Every Home, Every
Business, Every Day”.
• Vision – As mentioned above, staff felt it was important to incorporate servant
leadership into our vision statement while again focusing on the community, not the
customer. Staff enjoy participating in various community engagement events and felt
strongly that being a public power utility should be strongly referenced in our mission
and values.
• Values – Lastly, staff felt the values truly captured our organizational culture by clearing
stating what it means to be a hometown utility for our community. In short, we
collectively feel the most effective way to lead the way to a stronger community is to
champion a culture of resilience, integrity, stewardship, excellence, and safety.
Overall, feedback from staff confirmed the statements resonated with them personally and
professionally. They also felt the statements were easy to support, remember and
communicate, and did a great job setting our purpose, direction, and culture as a community-
owned utility. Staff request the Commission adopt the revised wording as presented.
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NEXT STEPS:
If adopted, staff will revise commission policies G.1c-G.1e to reflect the revised mission, vision,
and values. The revised policies will be submitted for approval at the April commission meeting.
Staff also recommend eliminating commission policy G.1f Fundamentals and G.1g Planning
Themes so the focus remains on the revised mission, vision, and values.
Staff will use a similar engagement process to solicit feedback on how and where to incorporate
the revised mission, vision, and values into our daily lives via wall art at the main office and field
services building locations.
FINANCIAL:
The 2026 budget approval process included $40,000 for Hallway Displays and Branding at the
office and the Field Services Building. .
ATTACHMENTS:
• Current ERMU Mission, Vision, and Values
• Proposed ERMU Mission, Vision, and Values
• Example Mission, Vision, and Values Wall Art
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MISSION
Honest, accountable and united in all that we do.
Services that reflect excellence, dependability and expertise.
Respectful and engaged interactions that are timely and clear.
A culture that protects our customers, employees, and assets.
Provide the best value for the services we deliver.
INTEGRITY
QUALITY
COMMUNICATION
SAFETY
COMPETITIVE
To provide our customers with safe, reliable, cost-effective and quality long-term electric and water utility
services. To communicate and educate our customers in the use of utility services, programs, policies
and future plans. These products and services will be provided in an environmentally and financially
responsible manner.
VISION
Provide exceptional services and value to those we serve.
VALUES
CURRENT MISSION, VISION, VALUES
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We build reliable systems and continually improve essential services.
R ESILIENCE in Practice
We do what is right and focus on clear, transparent communications.
I NTEGRITY in Action
We commit to protecting our collective resources for future generations.
S TEWARDSHIP in Promise
We pursue the highest standards and value in everything we do.
E XCELLENCE in Purpose
We prioritize the safety of our team and the community we serve.
S AFETY Always
VALUES
MISSION
Serving Our Community: Every Home, Every Business, Every Day
VISION
Leading the Way to a Stronger Community
PROPOSED MISSION, VISION, VALUES
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Example Mission, Vision, and Values Wall Art
Staff will work with design agency on final designs.
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TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Mark Hanson – General Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
4.4
SUBJECT:
ERMU Commission Compensation and Stipend
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve Adjustments to Monthly Compensation and Additional Activities Stipend Rate
BACKGROUND:
Currently ERMU Commissioners are compensated $150 per month for their work on the body.
Along with monthly compensation, ERMU pays for registration, travel, lodging, meals,
expenses, and a $75 per day stipend for additional activities such as representing the Utilities at
meetings, conferences, and events outside of commission meetings. All costs and
reimbursements must be qualifying and require documentation. Commissioner compensation
and stipends were last adjusted in November 2015 when the Commission voted to raise the
additional activities stipend from $50 per day.
At the February 2026 meeting, the commission reviewed commissioner compensation data
collected from a survey of Minnesota municipal utilities governed by a commission. All
surveyed utilities paid for registration, travel, lodging, meals, and expenses associated with
additional activities. The Commission directed staff to provide several options for adjusting the
monthly pay and activities stipend.
DISCUSSION:
COMPENSATION AVERAGES
The attached spreadsheet has been updated to include revised information received from two
utilities since the February commission meeting. Of the fifteen responses received, the
following average compensations can be computed:
•All utilities included: $277/month
o Excluding Utility A (which does not compensate commissioners): $297/month
o Excluding the lowest (Utility A) and highest utility: $274/month
•Excluding the two electric-only utilities from the overall average:
o Including lowest and highest: $307/month
o Excluding lowest and highest: $309/month
o Excluding lowest/highest and Utility A: $333/month
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STIPEND
During last month’s discussion, the Commission expressed a desire to retain the additional
activities stipend. If the stipend is retained, the Commission should consider whether the
stipend should be factored into monthly compensation when comparing the options below
against the averages above. For reference, in a typical year most ERMU Commissioners receive
$450 in additional activities pay (four days for the MMUA summer conference, one day for the
MMPA annual meeting, and one day for the parade). This equates to an average of $37.50 per
month in additional compensation.
OPTIONS AND RATIONALE TO DETERMINE COMPENSATION AND STIPEND AMOUNTS
Monthly Compensation
• Set the monthly compensation amount based on one of the averages outlined above.
• Using the compensation averages as a guide, set the monthly compensation amount as
a percentage of Council pay (Elk River City Councilmembers receive $625/month):
a. 40% of council pay ($250/month)
b. 45% of Council pay ($281.25/month)
c. 50% of council pay ($312.5/month)
Activities Stipend
• Determine whether to discontinue the stipend, maintain it at its current rate, or set it as
a percentage of Council pay.
• If setting the stipend as a percentage of council pay, select one of the following:
a. 10% of Council pay ($62.5)
b. 12.5% of Council pay ($78.125)
c. 15% of Council pay ($93.75)
SUMMARY:
Regardless of whether the commission decides to include the electric only utilities, staff
recommend the Commission avoid removing only Utility A from the calculation of the averages.
If the Commission desires to remove Utility A, the Commission should consider removing the
highest utility as well so both the lowest and highest utilities are removed from the average.
Staff also recommend the Commission set both the monthly compensation and the additional
activities stipend as percentages of Council pay. Doing so would allow future adjustments to
occur automatically whenever the Council modifies its own compensation, eliminating the need
for separate action by the Commission.
A motion and approval is required to set the new monthly compensation and additional
activities stipend amounts.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The financial impact will depend on the Commission’s desired course of action, but staff are
confident any changes can be absorbed into the current 2026 budget.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Updated Commissioner Compensation Survey Results
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Commissioner Compensation Survey Results (Updated)
Percent Extra Day
Utility Monthly Pay Annual Pay Monthly Pay Annual Pay Increase (Event) Pay Notes
A $0 $0 $0 $0 Last discussed 20 years ago
B $75 $900 $75 $900
C $86.25 $1,035 $115 $1,375 33%
D $100 $1,200 $150 $1,800 50% $50
E $204 $2,454 $204 $2,454
F $208.34 $2,500 $208.34 $2,500 Anticipated to be 50% of Council Pay ($416.67)
G $250 $3,000 $300 $3,600
H $250 $3,000 $250 $3,000 Rate set at 25% of Council pay.
I $300 $3,600 $350 $4,200 17%
J $317 $3,804 $317 $3,804
K $400 $4,800 $400 $4,800 Council Rep gets $0 extra from Council Pay
L $425 $5,100 $450 $5,400 6%Includes $250 opt out for health insurance.
M $440 $5,279 $440 $5,279
N $500 $6,000 $600 $7,200 20%MMPA rep gets $1200 extra.
O $600 $7,200 $600 $7,200
Commissioner Chair
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Melissa Karpinski – Finance Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
5.1
SUBJECT:
Financial Report – January 2026
ACTION REQUESTED:
Receive the January 2026 Financial Report
DISCUSSION:
Please note that these are the preliminary unaudited financial statements.
Electric
January year to date (YTD) electric kWh sales are up 4% from the prior year. For further
breakdown:
• Residential usage is up 1%
• Small Commercial usage is up 2%
• Large Commercial usage is up 6%
For January 2026, the Electric Department overall is ahead of prior YTD and favorable to budget
YTD. Additional variance analysis can be found on the Summary Electric Statement of Revenues,
Expenses and Changes in Net Position attachment.
Water
January YTD gallons of water sold are up 3% from the prior year. For further breakdown:
• Residential use is down 1%
• Commercial use is up 8%
For January 2026, the Water Department overall is ahead of prior YTD and favorable to budget
YTD. Additional variance analysis can be found on the Summary Water Statement of Revenues,
Expenses and Changes in Net Position attachment.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Balance Sheet
• Electric Balance Sheet
• Water Balance Sheet
• Summary Electric Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position
• Summary Water Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position
• Graphs Prior Year and YTD
• Detailed Electric Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position
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• Detailed Water Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position
• Financial Presentation
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ELECTRIC
3,009,864
3,674,406
2,518,549
282,656
2,241,034
11,726,510
1,779,016
7,775,460
0
9,554,476
795,920
0
2,305,024
57,259,854
25,905,542
86,266,339
(39,591,812)
46,674,527
21,546,212
8,110,733
(4,898,507)
24,758,438
322,181
93,036,132
4,975,713
1,219,061
865,851
0
0
510,000
18,398
7,589,023
0
0
0
0
26,110,549
1,708,036
27,818,585
35,407,608
1,206,975
1,779,016
0
53,521,631
1,120,902
56,421,549
93,036,132
TOTAL FUND EQUITY 33,544,215
TOTAL LIABILITIES & FUND EQUITY 41,289,126
CONTRIBUTED CAPITAL 0
RETAINED EARNINGS 33,663,170
NET INCOME (LOSS) (THROUGH PREVIOUS MONTH)(118,955)
TOTAL LIABILITIES 3,055,825
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES 4,689,086
FUND EQUITY
CAPITAL ACCOUNT CONST COST 0
BONDS PAYABLE, LESS CURRENT PORTION 1,413,089
PENSION LIABILITIES 328,984
TOTAL LONG TERM LIABILITIES 1,742,073
LFG PROJECT 0
DUE TO COUNTY 0
DUE TO CITY 0
UNEARNED REVENUE 568,929
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 1,313,752
LONG TERM LIABILITIES
OPEB LIABILITY 0
DUE TO OTHER FUNDS 0
NOTES PAYABLE-CURRENT PORTION 0
BONDS PAYABLE-CURRENT PORTION 70,000
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 333,544
SALARIES AND BENEFITS PAYABLE 191,899
DUE TO CITY 149,380
OTHER ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS 61,420
TOTAL ASSETS 41,289,126
LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES
LOSS OF REVENUE INTANGIBLE 0
LESS ACCUMULATED AMORTIZATION 0
TOTAL INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET 0
LESS ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION (25,412,481)
TOTAL FIXED ASSETS, NET 24,895,110
INTANGIBLE ASSETS
POWER AGENCY MEMBERSHIP BUY-IN 0
DISTRIBUTION 31,206,714
GENERAL 1,784,580
FIXED ASSETS (COST)50,307,591
FIXED ASSETS
PRODUCTION 17,316,297
LFG PROJECT 0
TRANSMISSION 0
EMERGENCY RESERVE FUND 4,322,306
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE FUND 0
TOTAL RESTRICTED ASSETS 4,322,306
CONSTRUCTION IN PROGRESS 101,650
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 12,010,290
RESTRICTED ASSETS
BOND RESERVE FUND 0
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE 5,076,523
INVENTORIES 77,506
PREPAID ITEMS 53,011
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
COMBINED BALANCE SHEET
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
WATER
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS
CASH 6,701,601
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January 31, 2026 December 31, 2025
3,009,864 5,167,701 (2,157,836)
3,674,406 2,346,668 1,327,738
2,518,549 2,064,304 454,246
282,656 178,940 103,716
2,241,034 2,068,580 172,454
11,726,510 11,826,192 (99,682)
1,779,016 1,779,016 0
7,775,460 7,745,138 30,322
9,554,476 9,524,154 30,322
795,920 795,920 0
2,305,024 2,305,024 0
57,259,854 57,259,854 0
25,905,542 25,893,931 11,611
86,266,339 86,254,728 11,611
(39,591,812)(39,350,025)(241,787)
46,674,527 46,904,703 (230,176)
21,546,212 21,546,212 0
8,110,733 8,110,733 0
(4,898,507)(4,842,830)(55,678)
24,758,438 24,814,116 (55,678)
322,181 322,181 0
93,036,132 93,391,346 (355,215)
4,975,713 5,729,220 (753,507)
1,219,061 1,289,158 (70,098)
865,851 1,006,772 (140,921)
510,000 1,035,000 (525,000)
18,398 0 18,398
7,589,023 9,060,150 (1,471,128)
26,110,549 26,115,537 (4,989)
1,708,036 1,708,036 0
27,818,585 27,823,573 (4,989)
35,407,608 36,883,724 (1,476,116)
1,206,975 1,206,975 0
1,779,016 1,779,016 0
53,521,631 49,623,773 3,897,858
1,120,902 3,897,859 (2,776,957)
56,421,549 55,300,647 1,120,902
93,036,132 93,391,346 (355,215) TOTAL LIABILITIES & FUND EQUITY
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
FUND EQUITY
CAPITAL ACCOUNT CONST COST
RETAINED EARNINGS
NET INCOME (LOSS) (THROUGH PREVIOUS MONTH)
TOTAL FUND EQUITY
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES
LONG TERM LIABILITIES
BONDS PAYABLE, LESS CURRENT PORTION
PENSION LIABILITIES
TOTAL LONG TERM LIABILITIES
TOTAL LIABILITIES
CURRENT LIABILITIES
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
SALARIES AND BENEFITS PAYABLE
DUE TO CITY
BONDS PAYABLE-CURRENT PORTION
UNEARNED REVENUE
LOSS OF REVENUE INTANGIBLE
LESS ACCUMULATED AMORTIZATION
TOTAL INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET
OTHER ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS
TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY
GENERAL
FIXED ASSETS (COST)
LESS ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION
TOTAL FIXED ASSETS, NET
INTANGIBLE ASSETS
POWER AGENCY MEMBERSHIP BUY-IN
EMERGENCY RESERVE FUND
TOTAL RESTRICTED ASSETS
FIXED ASSETS
PRODUCTION
TRANSMISSION
DISTRIBUTION
INVENTORIES
PREPAID ITEMS
CONSTRUCTION IN PROGRESS
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS
RESTRICTED ASSETS
BOND RESERVE FUND
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
ELECTRIC BALANCE SHEET
Current Month
Change from
Prior MonthASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS
CASH
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
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January 31, 2026 December 31, 2025
6,701,601 6,845,702 (144,102)
5,076,523 5,146,636 (70,113)
77,506 81,754 (4,248)
53,011 38,255 14,756
101,650 267,250 (165,600)
12,010,290 12,379,597 (369,307)
4,322,306 4,314,725 7,581
4,322,306 4,314,725 7,581
17,316,297 17,247,748 68,549
31,206,714 31,206,714 0
1,784,580 1,632,203 152,376
50,307,591 50,086,665 220,925
(25,412,481)(25,296,048)(116,433)
24,895,110 24,790,618 104,492
61,420 61,420 0
41,289,126 41,546,360 (257,234)
333,544 457,125 (123,581)
191,899 206,095 (14,196)
149,380 144,841 4,539
70,000 70,000 0
568,929 573,416 (4,487)
1,313,752 1,451,477 (137,725)
1,413,089 1,413,644 (554)
328,984 328,984 0
1,742,073 1,742,628 (554)
3,055,825 3,194,105 (138,279)
4,689,086 4,689,086 0
33,663,170 33,451,758 211,412
(118,955)211,412 (330,367)
33,544,215 33,663,170 (118,955)
41,289,126 41,546,360 (257,234)
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
WATER BALANCE SHEET
Current Month
Change from
Prior MonthASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS
CASH
FIXED ASSETS (COST)
INVENTORIES
PREPAID ITEMS
CONSTRUCTION IN PROGRESS
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS
RESTRICTED ASSETS
EMERGENCY RESERVE FUND
TOTAL RESTRICTED ASSETS
FIXED ASSETS
PRODUCTION
DISTRIBUTION
GENERAL
UNEARNED REVENUE
LESS ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION
TOTAL FIXED ASSETS, NET
INTANGIBLE ASSETS
OTHER ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS
TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
SALARIES AND BENEFITS PAYABLE
DUE TO CITY
BONDS PAYABLE-CURRENT PORTION
TOTAL LIABILITIES & FUND EQUITY
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES
LONG TERM LIABILITIES
BONDS PAYABLE, LESS CURRENT PORTION
PENSION LIABILITIES
TOTAL LONG TERM LIABILITIES
TOTAL LIABILITIES
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
FUND EQUITY
RETAINED EARNINGS
NET INCOME (LOSS) (THROUGH PREVIOUS MONTH)
TOTAL FUND EQUITY
82
202620262026 YTD 202620252025 YTDVariance YTD Budget ANNUALVARIANCEItemElectricBUDGET VarianceBUDGET3,505,305 3,505,305 3,511,199 (5,894) (0) 43,306,594 3,390,409 3,390,409 114,896 3393,899 393,899 368,429 25,470 7 4,454,313 374,443 374,443 19,456 523,731 23,731 22,579 1,152 5 241,665 22,359 22,359 1,372 628,152 28,152 27,320832 3 294,054 27,087 27,087 1,065 423,875 23,875 23,333542 2 280,000 21,866 21,866 2,009 94004004000 0 4,8004004000 03,975,362 3,975,362 3,953,260 22,102 1 48,581,426 3,836,564 3,836,564 138,797 432,370 32,370 29,167 3,203 11 350,000 26,207 26,207 6,163 2420,902 20,902 25,417 (4,515) (18) 305,000 24,110 24,110 (3,208) (13)99,530 99,530 21,250 78,280 368 255,000 32,534 32,534 66,996 206 (1)546,175 546,175 97,751 448,424 459 1,193,000 193,667 193,667 352,509 182 (2)698,977 698,977 173,585 525,392 303 2,103,000 276,518 276,518 422,459 1534,674,339 4,674,339 4,126,845 547,494 13 50,684,426 4,113,082 4,113,082 561,256 142,116,593 2,116,593 2,474,274 (357,681) (14) 31,659,362 2,154,697 2,154,697 (38,104) (2)1818 26,833 (26,815) (100) 321,993 29,987 29,987 (29,969) (100) (3)3,079 3,079 5,833 (2,754) (47) 70,000 3,164 3,164(85) (3)87,933 87,933 45,417 42,516 94 545,000 48,601 48,601 39,332 81 (4)135,014 135,014 179,246 (44,232) (25) 1,990,000 202,463 202,463 (67,449) (33) (5)297,465 297,465 294,428 3,037 1 3,533,136 287,650 287,650 9,815 359,983 59,983 59,9830 0 699,543 63,258 63,258 (3,275) (5)22,545 22,545 9,105 13,440 148 414,250 4,402 4,402 18,142 41232,287 32,287 36,250 (3,963) (11) 435,000 35,125 35,125 (2,838) (8)579,655 579,655 561,639 18,016 3 4,617,413 519,700 519,700 59,954 1242,665 42,665 54,774 (12,109) (22) 657,300 44,312 44,312 (1,647) (4)3,377,237 3,377,237 3,747,782 (370,545) (10) 44,942,997 3,393,360 3,393,360 (16,123) (0)176,200 176,200 175,560640 0 2,165,330 136,320 136,320 39,879 29 (6)00000019,830 19,830 (19,830) (100)176,200 176,200 175,560640 0 2,165,330 156,150 156,150 20,049 131,120,902 1,120,902 203,503 917,399 451 3,576,100 563,572 563,572 557,330 99ItemVariance of +/- $25,000 and +/- 15%(1)Budget and PYTD variance is due to large a large connection agreement in January 2026.(2)(3)Budget and PYTD variance is due to not using majority of generating g/l accounts in 2026 due to retirement of power plant engines and reclassing to distribution expense.(4)(5) Budget variance is mainly due to an even budget spread throughout year and PYTD variance is mainly due to tree trimming (contracted in 2025) and mtce of OH labor in 2025.(6)PYTD variance is due to PILOT being changed from 4% to 5% in 2026.Budget and PYTD variance is due to reclassing generating g/l accounts in 2026 to distribution expense. Utilities & Labor Donated Total Operating Transfer Net Income Profit(Loss) Interest Expense Operating Transfer/Other Funds Other Operating Expense Customer Accounts Expense Administrative Expense General Expense Total Expenses(before Operating Transfers)Operating TransferBudget and PYTD variance is mainly due to Contributions from Customers having a large SOW for a dedicated feeder in January 2026. Operating & Mtce Expense Transmission Expense Distribution Expense Maintenance Expense Depreciation & Amortization Other Electric Sales Total Operating RevenueOther Operating Revenue Purchased Power Customer Penalties Connection Fees Misc Revenue Total Other Revenue Total RevenueExpensesELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIESELK RIVER, MINNESOTASTATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITIONFOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 20262026 YTD Bud Var%2025 v. 2026 Actual Var%JANUARY YTD JANUARY YTDRevenueOperating Revenue Elk River Otsego Interest/Dividend Income Rural Big Lake Dayton Public St & Hwy Lighting83
202620262026 YTD 202620252025 YTDVariance YTD Budget ANNUALVARIANCEItemWaterBUDGET VarianceBUDGET170,198 170,198 175,035 (4,838) (3) 3,226,078 165,649 165,649 4,549 3170,198 170,198 175,035 (4,838) (3) 3,226,078 165,649 165,649 4,549 310,493 10,493 10,500(7) (0) 126,000 7,898 7,898 2,595 331,872 1,872 2,917 (1,045) (36) 35,000 4,583 4,583 (2,711) (59)47,691 47,691 37,167 10,524 28 446,000 31,682 31,682 16,008 51(1)975975 1,008(33) (3) 477,350 1,286 1,286(311) (24)61,031 61,031 51,592 9,439 18 1,084,350 45,449 45,449 15,582 34231,229 231,229 226,627 4,601 2 4,310,428 211,098 211,098 20,131 1013,357 13,357 10,417 2,940 28 125,000 11,288 11,288 2,068 1853,303 53,303 55,668 (2,365) (4) 668,000 54,138 54,138(835) (2)14,538 14,538 62,041 (47,503) (77) 447,500 26,607 26,607 (12,069) (45)(2)116,433 116,433 117,917 (1,484) (1) 1,415,000 115,582 115,582851 12,496 2,496 2,4960 0 28,782 2,712 2,712(217) (8)21121152159 306 50,6258383128 1548,328 8,328 8,688(360) (4) 104,250 8,623 8,623(295) (3)138,018 138,018 143,096 (5,078) (4) 1,251,950 121,462 121,462 16,556 149696605(509) (84) 7,250666630 45346,779 346,779 400,980 (54,200) (14) 4,098,357 340,562 340,562 6,218 23,404 3,404 3,501(97) (3) 64,52200 3,404 000167(167) (100) 2,00000003,404 3,404 3,668(264) (7) 66,52200 3,404 0(118,955) (118,955) (178,021) 59,066 33 145,550 (129,464) (129,464) 10,509 8ItemVariance of +/- $15,000 and +/- 15%(1) PYTD variance due to a large connection agreements in 2026.(2)Budget variance is mainly due to timing of water meter permit and also due to an even budget spread throughout year.ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIESELK RIVER, MINNESOTASTATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITIONFOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 20262026 YTD Bud Var%2025 v. 2026 Actual Var%JANUARY YTD JANUARY YTDOther Operating Revenue Interest/Dividend Income Customer Penalties Connection FeesRevenueOperating Revenue Water Sales Total Operating RevenueExpenses Production Expense Pumping Expense Distribution Expense Misc Revenue Total Other Revenue Total Revenue Customer Accounts Expense Administrative Expense General Expense Depreciation & Amortization Interest Expense Other Operating Expense Net Income Profit(Loss) Total Expenses(before Operating Transfers)Operating Transfer Utilities & Labor Donated Total Operating Transfer Operating Transfer/Other Funds84
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Demand in MWMonth
Elk River Municipal Utilities Monthly Electrical Demand
2025 2026
15,000
20,000
25,000
30,000
35,000
40,000
Energy Purchases in MWHMonth
Elk River Municipal Utilities Monthly Energy Purchases
2025 2026
85
15,000
20,000
25,000
30,000
35,000
40,000
Electric Load in MWHMonth
Elk River Municipal Utilities Monthly Total Electric Load
2025 2026
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
$3,500,000
$4,000,000
$4,500,000
$5,000,000
$5,500,000
Sales in DollarsMonth
Elk River Municipal Utilities Monthly Electric Sales
2025 2026
86
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20,000
25,000
Loads in MWHMonth
Elk River Municipal Utilities Monthly Residential, Commercial & Industrial
Loads
2025 Residential 2026 Residential 2025 Commercial
2026 Commercial 2025 Industrial 2026 Industrial
$0
$500,000
$1,000,000
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$2,000,000
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Sales in DollarsMonth
Elk River Municipal Utilities Monthly Residential, Commercial & Industrial
Sales
2025 Residential 2026 Residential 2025 Commercial
2026 Commercial 2025 Industrial 2026 Industrial
87
0.0
20.0
40.0
60.0
80.0
100.0
120.0
Pumpage in Million Gal.Month
Elk River Municipal Utilities Monthly Water Pumpage
2025 2026
0.0
1.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
6.0
Peak Day in Million Gal.Month
Elk River Municipal Utilities Peak Day Pumpage
2025 2026
88
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$200,000
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2025 MG 2026 MG 2025 $2026 $
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ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETElectric
Revenue
Operating Revenue
Elk River
ELECT SALES - ELK RIVER RESID 1,317,058 1,317,0581,325,558 1,402,7411,325,558 (6)114,974,097 8,499
ELECT SALES - ELK RIVER NON-D 310,163 310,163311,676 327,605311,676 (5)03,713,891 1,512
ELECT SALES - ELK RIVER DEMA 1,337,655 1,337,6551,420,909 1,382,9561,420,909 3 619,613,600 83,253
PCA SALES REVENUE - ELK RIVE 156,018 156,018159,013 150,537159,013 6 21,606,959 2,995
PCA SALES REVENUE - ELK RIVE 40,067 40,06740,853 38,68940,853 6 2438,600 785
PCA SALES REVENUE - ELK RIVE 229,445 229,445247,293 208,671247,293 19 82,959,444 17,848
3,505,304 3,505,304 3,511,199 3,390,408 3,390,4080 3Total For Elk River:43,306,593 114,895
Otsego
ELECT SALES - OTSEGO RESIDEN 145,738 145,738154,216 159,572154,216 (3)61,703,415 8,477
ELECT SALES - OTSEGO NON-DEM 42,990 42,99044,786 48,70244,786 (8)4552,104 1,796
ELECT SALES - OTSEGO DEMAND 139,580 139,580145,327 121,026145,327 20 41,716,440 5,746
PCA SALES REVENUE - OTSEGO R 16,966 16,96618,170 17,12518,170 6 7182,803 1,204
PCA SALES REVENUE - OTSEGO N 5,684 5,6846,030 4,4016,030 37 649,894 346
PCA SALES REVENUE - OTSEGO D 23,482 23,48225,367 17,60325,367 44 8249,653 1,884
393,899 393,899 368,429 374,443 374,4437 5Total For Otsego:4,454,313 19,456
Rural Big Lake
ELECT SALES - BIG LAKE RESIDE 19,795 19,79520,978 19,53220,978 7 6208,506 1,182
ELECT SALES - BIG LAKE NON-DE 180 180185412185(55)24,674 4
PCA SALES REVENUE - BIG LAKE 2,370 2,3702,554 2,0962,554 22 822,376 183
PCA SALES REVENUE - BIG LAKE 12 121353913(98)86,107 0
23,731 23,731 22,579 22,359 22,3595 6Total For Rural Big Lake:241,664 1,372
Dayton
ELECT SALES - DAYTON RESIDEN 20,583 20,58321,482 20,82521,482 3 4222,309 899
ELECT SALES - DAYTON NON-DE 3,668 3,6683,684 3,6503,684 1 041,376 15
PCA SALES REVENUE - DAYTON R 2,394 2,3942,535 2,2352,535 13 623,857 140
PCA SALES REVENUE - DAYTON 441 441449610449(26)26,511 8
28,151 28,151 27,320 27,087 27,0873 4Total For Dayton:294,054 1,064
Public St & Hwy Lighting
ELECT SALES - SEC LTS 21,866 21,86623,875 23,33323,875 2 9280,000 2,008
23,875 23,875 23,333 21,866 21,8662 9Total For Public St & Hwy Lighting:280,000 2,008
Other Electric Sales
SUB-STATION CREDIT 400 4004004004000 04,800 0
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ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETElectric
400 400 400 400 4000 0Total For Other Electric Sales:4,800 0
Total Operating Revenue
3,836,564 3,836,5643,975,361 3,953,2603,975,361 1 448,581,426 138,797
Other Operating Revenue
Interest/Dividend Income
INTEREST & DIVIDEND INCOME 26,207 26,20732,370 29,16732,370 11 24350,000 6,162
32,370 32,370 29,167 26,207 26,20711 24Total For Interest/Dividend Income:350,000 6,162
Customer Penalties
CUSTOMER DELINQUENT PENALT 24,110 24,11020,901 25,41720,901 (18)(13)305,000 (3,208)
20,901 20,901 25,417 24,110 24,110(18)(13)Total For Customer Penalties:305,000 (3,208)
Connection Fees
DISCONNECT & RECONNECT CHA 32,534 32,53499,530 21,25099,530 368 206255,000 66,996
99,530 99,530 21,250 32,534 32,534368 206Total For Connection Fees:255,000 66,996
Misc Revenue
MISC ELEC REVENUE - TEMP CHG 440 440220250220(12)(50)3,000 (220)
STREET LIGHT 0 029,800 2,50029,800 1,092 025,000 29,800
TRANSMISSION INVESTMENTS 60,152 60,15261,617 56,66761,617 9 2680,000 1,465
MISC NON-UTILITY 6,338 6,33819,804 9,16719,804 116 212110,000 13,466
GAIN ON DISPOSITION OF PROPER 16,500 16,5000000 (100)25,000 (16,500)
CONTRIBUTIONS FROM CUSTOME 110,236 110,236434,733 29,167434,733 1,390 294350,000 324,497
546,175 546,175 97,751 193,666 193,666459 182Total For Misc Revenue:1,193,000 352,508
Total Other Revenue
276,518 276,518698,977 173,585698,977 303 1532,103,000 422,458
698,977 698,977 173,585 276,518 276,518303 153Total For Total Other Revenue:2,103,000 422,458
4,113,082 4,113,0824,674,338 4,126,845 Total Revenue 4,674,338 13 1450,684,426 561,256
Expenses
Purchased Power
PURCHASED POWER 1,754,429 1,754,4291,819,306 1,819,6971,819,306 0 424,051,075 64,876
ENERGY ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE 400,267 400,267297,287 654,576297,287 (55)(26)7,608,286 (102,980)
2,116,593 2,116,593 2,474,274 2,154,697 2,154,697(14)(2)Total For Purchased Power:31,659,361 (38,103)
Operating & Mtce Expense
OPERATING SUPERVISION - DNU 14,102 14,102013,3990 (100)(100)160,783 (14,102)
NATURAL GAS 5,963 5,96302,2920 (100)(100)27,501 (5,963)
ELECTRIC & WATER CONSUMPTI 5,949 5,94905,4340 (100)(100)65,208 (5,949)
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ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETElectric
PLANT SUPPLIES & OTHER EXPEN 84 8401,0000 (100)(100)12,000 (84)
MISC POWER GENERATION EXPE 0 0178317(78)01,000 17
MAINTENANCE OF STRUCTURE -2,406 2,40601,2500 (100)(100)15,000 (2,406)
MTCE OF PLANT ENGINES/GENER 0 00420(100)05000
MTCE OF PLANT/LAND IMPROVE 1,479 1,47903,3330 (100)(100)40,000 (1,479)
17 17 26,833 29,986 29,986(100)(100)Total For Operating & Mtce Expense:321,992 (29,969)
Transmission Expense
TRANSMISSION MTCE AND EXPE 3,163 3,1633,079 5,8333,079 (47)(3)70,000 (84)
3,079 3,079 5,833 3,163 3,163(47)(3)Total For Transmission Expense:70,000 (84)
Distribution Expense
SUPERVISION & ENGINEERING - D 0 012,653 012,653 0 0012,653
REMOVE EXISTING SERVICE & M 108 10801670(100)(100)2,000 (108)
SCADA EXPENSE 6,329 6,3296,808 5,4176,808 26 865,000 479
TRANSFORMER EXPENSE OH & U 1,225 1,2251,089 2,0831,089 (48)(11)25,000 (136)
MTCE OF SIGNAL SYSTEMS 0 0921250921268 03,000 921
METER EXPENSE - REMOVE & RE 0 001250(100)01,500 0
TEMP SERVICE - INSTALL & REM 623 6236,121 7086,121 765 8818,500 5,498
MISC DISTRIBUTION EXPENSE 40,314 40,31460,339 36,66760,339 65 50440,000 20,024
87,933 87,933 45,417 48,601 48,60194 81Total For Distribution Expense:545,000 39,332
Maintenance Expense
MTCE OF STRUCTURES 13,499 13,4994,408 7,5004,408 (41)(67)90,000 (9,090)
MTCE OF SUBSTATIONS 592 5923,495 3,3333,495 5 48940,000 2,902
MTCE OF SUBSTATION EQUIPME 3,155 3,155609,33360 (99)(98)112,000 (3,095)
MTCE OF OH LINES/TREE TRIM 53,812 53,81228,339 28,00028,339 1 (47)175,000 (25,472)
MTCE OF OH LINES/STANDBY 3,338 3,3382,549 4,1662,549 (39)(24)50,000 (788)
MTCE OF OH PRIMARY 32,632 32,63211,406 16,25011,406 (30)(65)195,000 (21,225)
MTCE OF URD PRIMARY 10,063 10,06314,951 25,00014,951 (40)49300,000 4,888
LOCATE ELECTRIC LINES 3,758 3,7583,725 10,4163,725 (64)(1)125,000 (33)
LOCATE FIBER LINES 76 76187333187(44)1464,000 110
MTCE OF LINE TRANSFORMERS 3,534 3,5341,692 7,9161,692 (79)(52)95,000 (1,841)
MTCE OF STREET LIGHTING 7,090 7,0907,702 5,8337,702 32 970,000 611
MTCE OF SECURITY LIGHTING 4,299 4,2992222,083222 (89)(95)25,000 (4,077)
MTCE OF METERS 1,231 1,2314,725 5,0004,725 (5)28460,000 3,494
VOLTAGE COMPLAINTS 542 5421,383 8331,383 66 15510,000 840
SALARIES TRANSMISSION & DIST 3,157 3,1572,850 3,0832,850 (8)(10)37,000 (307)92
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETElectric
ELECTRIC MAPPING 15,771 15,77123,202 13,50023,202 72 47162,000 7,430
FIBER MAPPING 0 008330(100)010,000 0
MTCE OF OH SECONDARY 2,694 2,6941,089 2,5001,089 (56)(60)30,000 (1,605)
MTCE OF URD SECONDARY 6,916 6,9163,319 6,6673,319 (50)(52)80,000 (3,597)
TRANSPORTATION EXPENSE 36,293 36,29319,702 26,66719,702 (26)(46)320,000 (16,591)
135,013 135,013 179,246 202,463 202,463(25)(33)Total For Maintenance Expense:1,990,000 (67,449)
Depreciation & Amortization
DEPRECIATION 231,972 231,972241,787 238,750241,787 1 42,865,000 9,815
AMORTIZATION 55,677 55,67755,677 55,67855,677 0 0668,136 0
297,465 297,465 294,428 287,650 287,6501 3Total For Depreciation & Amortization:3,533,136 9,815
Interest Expense
INTEREST EXPENSE - BONDS 68,246 68,24664,971 64,97164,971 0 (5)759,406 (3,275)
AMORTIZATION OF DEBT DISCOU (4,988)(4,988)(4,988)(4,988)(4,988)0 0(59,863)0
59,982 59,982 59,982 63,257 63,2570 (5)Total For Interest Expense:699,543 (3,275)
Other Operating Expense
EV CHARGING EXPENSE 203 2037610476(26)(62)1,250 (126)
LOSS ON DISPOSITION OF PROP (C 0 00000 025,000 0
OTHER DONATIONS 126 126804167804382 5392,000 678
MUTUAL AID 0 018,042 018,042 0 0018,042
PENSION EXPENSE 0 00000 0280,000 0
OTHER INTEREST EXPENSE 0 004,6670 (100)056,000 0
INTEREST EXPENSE - METER DEP 4,072 4,0723,621 4,1673,621 (13)(11)50,000 (451)
22,544 22,544 9,105 4,402 4,402148 412Total For Other Operating Expense:414,250 18,142
Customer Accounts Expense
METER READING EXPENSE 3,446 3,4462,242 2,0832,242 8 (35)25,000 (1,204)
DISCONNECT/RECONNECT EXPEN 0 004170(100)05,000 0
MISC CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS EXP 31,478 31,47829,855 31,66729,855 (6)(5)380,000 (1,623)
BAD DEBT EXPENSE & RECOVER 199 1991882,083188 (91)(6)25,000 (11)
32,286 32,286 36,250 35,125 35,125(11)(8)Total For Customer Accounts Expense:435,000 (2,838)
Administrative Expense
SALARIES OFFICE & COMMISSION 83,083 83,08380,465 90,41780,465 (11)(3)1,085,000 (2,617)
TEMPORARY STAFFING 0 003330(100)04,000 0
OFFICE SUPPLIES 5,403 5,4039,686 10,4179,686 (7)79125,000 4,283
ELECTRIC & WATER CONSUMPTI 1,873 1,8731,677 2,3791,677 (30)(10)28,552 (196)
BANK FEES 288 2882582502583 (10)3,000 (29)
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ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETElectric
LEGAL FEES 577 5778052,083805 (61)4025,000 228
AUDITING FEES 1,720 1,7201,800 1,8751,800 (4)522,500 80
INSURANCE 14,866 14,86610,087 11,91710,087 (15)(32)143,000 (4,779)
UTILITY SHARE - DEFERRED COM 23,052 23,05227,578 25,00027,578 10 20125,000 4,526
UTILITY SHARE - MEDICAL/DENT 182,364 182,364200,345 190,000200,345 5 10945,000 17,980
UTILITY SHARE - PERA 28,269 28,26928,773 29,04228,773 (1)2348,500 504
UTILITY SHARE - FICA 26,685 26,68527,059 28,54227,059 (5)1342,500 373
EMPLOYEE SICK PAY 29,671 29,67148,441 19,45448,441 149 63233,450 18,770
EMPLOYEE HOLIDAY PAY 31,491 31,49133,366 33,00033,366 1 6197,401 1,875
EMPLOYEE VACATION & PTO PA 67,680 67,68071,416 71,00071,416 1 6344,307 3,736
UPMIC DISTRIBUTION 0 00000 086,000 0
LONGEVITY PAY 0 00000 08,040 0
CONSULTING FEES 0 06,304 4,6506,304 36 055,800 6,304
TELEPHONE 2,876 2,8762,879 2,5832,879 11 031,000 2
ADVERTISING 1,320 1,3201,505 1,6671,505 (10)1420,000 185
DUES & SUBSCRIPTIONS - FEES 11,773 11,77316,492 11,82316,492 39 40141,878 4,719
SCHOOLS & MEETINGS 5,837 5,83710,170 24,29010,170 (58)74291,482 4,332
MTCE OF GENERAL PLANT & OFFI 865 865540917540(41)(38)11,000 (325)
579,654 579,654 561,639 519,700 519,7003 12Total For Administrative Expense:4,617,413 59,954
General Expense
CIP REBATES - RESIDENTIAL 11,714 11,7148,918 7,5638,918 18 (24)90,758 (2,796)
CIP REBATES - COMMERCIAL 0 009,3330 (100)0112,000 0
CIP - ADMINISTRATION 11,083 11,08310,166 15,15310,166 (33)(8)181,840 (916)
CIP - MARKETING 9,020 9,02011,153 4,57211,153 144 2454,864 2,132
CIP - LABOR 9,232 9,2328,980 11,3408,980 (21)(3)136,078 (252)
CIP REBATES - LOW INCOME 0 002,4800 (100)029,760 0
CIP - LOW INCOME LABOR 921 921786833786(6)(15)10,000 (135)
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE 2,382 2,3822,680 3,0832,680 (13)1237,000 297
MISC GENERAL EXPENSE (44)(44)(20)417(20)(105) 525,000 23
42,665 42,665 54,774 44,312 44,312(22)(4)Total For General Expense:657,300 (1,646)
Total Expenses(before Operating Transfers)
3,393,360 3,393,3603,377,237 3,747,7823,377,237 (10)044,942,996 (16,123)
Operating Transfer
Operating Transfer/Other Funds
TRANSFER TO CITY ELK RIVER R 136,320 136,320176,199 175,559176,199 0 292,165,329 39,87994
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETElectric
176,199 176,199 175,559 136,320 136,3200 29Total For Operating Transfer/Other Funds:2,165,329 39,879
Utilities & Labor Donated
UTILITIES & LABOR DONATED TO 19,829 19,8290000 (100)0 (19,829)
0 0 0 19,829 19,8290 (100)Total For Utilities & Labor Donated:0 (19,829)
Total Operating Transfer
176,199 176,199 175,559 156,150 156,1500 13Total For Total Operating Transfer:2,165,329 20,049
563,571 563,5711,120,901 203,503 Net Income Profit(Loss)1,120,901 451 993,576,099 557,330
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ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETWater
Revenue
Operating Revenue
Water Sales
WATER SALES RESIDENTIAL 101,257 101,257102,212 110,683102,212 (8)11,821,515 954
WATER SALES COMMERCIAL 62,704 62,70466,257 62,38166,257 6 61,039,959 3,552
WATER SALES IRRIGATION 1,686 1,6861,728 1,9691,728 (12)2364,602 42
170,197 170,197 175,035 165,648 165,648(3)3Total For Water Sales:3,226,078 4,548
Total Operating Revenue
165,648 165,648170,197 175,035170,197 (3)33,226,078 4,548
170,197 170,197 175,035 165,648 165,648(3)3Total For Total Operating Revenue:3,226,078 4,548
Other Operating Revenue
Interest/Dividend Income
INTEREST & DIVIDEND INCOME 7,898 7,8989,926 10,4179,926 (5)26125,000 2,027
OTHER INTEREST/MISC REVENUE 0 056683566583 01,000 566
10,493 10,493 10,500 7,898 7,8980 33Total For Interest/Dividend Income:126,000 2,594
Customer Penalties
CUSTOMER PENALTIES 4,582 4,5821,872 2,9171,872 (36)(59)35,000 (2,710)
1,872 1,872 2,917 4,582 4,582(36)(59)Total For Customer Penalties:35,000 (2,710)
Connection Fees
WATER/ACCESS/CONNECTION FE 25,200 25,20045,510 30,50045,510 49 81366,000 20,310
CUSTOMER CONNECTION FEES 3,151 3,1511,381 4,1671,381 (67)(56)50,000 (1,769)
BULK WATER SALES/HYDRANT R 3,330 3,3307992,500799 (68)(76)30,000 (2,531)
47,690 47,690 37,167 31,682 31,68228 51Total For Connection Fees:446,000 16,008
Misc Revenue
MISC NON-UTILITY 310 310080(100)(100)100 (310)
GAIN ON DISPOSITION OF PROPER 0 00000 04,000 0
MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 0 00830(100)01,000 0
HYDRANT MAINTENANCE PROGR 975 9759759179756 011,000 0
WATER TOWER LEASE 0 00000 0386,250 0
LEASE INTEREST REVENUE 0 00000 075,000 0
975 975 1,008 1,285 1,285(3)(24)Total For Misc Revenue:477,350 (310)
Total Other Revenue
45,448 45,44861,030 51,59261,030 18 341,084,350 15,582
61,030 61,030 51,592 45,448 45,44818 34Total For Total Other Revenue:1,084,350 15,582
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ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETWater
211,097 211,097231,228 226,627 Total Revenue 231,228 2 104,310,428 20,130
Expenses
Production Expense
MTCE OF STRUCTURES 11,288 11,28813,356 10,41713,356 28 18125,000 2,068
13,356 13,356 10,417 11,288 11,28828 18Total For Production Expense:125,000 2,068
Pumping Expense
SUPERVISION 6,832 6,8327,000 6,6677,000 5 280,000 167
ELECTRIC & GAS UTILITIES 20,449 20,44921,295 25,00021,295 (15)4300,000 845
SAMPLING 890 8901,339 2,0001,339 (33)5124,000 449
CHEMICAL FEED 4,031 4,0312,370 4,1672,370 (43)(41)50,000 (1,660)
MTCE OF ELECTRIC PUMPING EQ 0 022502250 00225
MTCE OF WELLS 21,585 21,58520,788 16,66720,788 25 (4)200,000 (797)
SCADA - PUMPING 349 3492831,167283 (76)(19)14,000 (65)
53,303 53,303 55,668 54,138 54,138(4)(2)Total For Pumping Expense:668,000 (835)
Distribution Expense
MTCE OF WATER MAINS 2,727 2,7272,314 14,5832,314 (84)(15)175,000 (413)
LOCATE WATER LINES 703 7033682,083368 (82)(48)25,000 (335)
WATER METER SERVICE 3,656 3,6564,789 4,1674,789 15 3150,000 1,132
BACKFLOW DEVICE INSPECTION 1,229 1,2291,279 1,9171,279 (33)423,000 49
MTCE OF CUSTOMERS SERVICE 2,887 2,8872,907 3,0002,907 (3)136,000 19
WATER MAPPING 8,254 8,254232,08323 (99)(100)25,000 (8,231)
FIBER MAPPING 0 008330(100)010,000 0
MTCE OF WATER HYDRANTS - PU 5,549 5,5495671,833567 (69)(90)22,000 (4,981)
MTCE OF WATER HYDRANTS - PR 0 005000(100)06,000 0
WATER CLOTHING/PPE 79 792561,250256 (80)22415,000 176
WAGES WATER 782 782661792661(17)(15)9,500 (120)
TRANSPORTATION EXPENSE 737 7371,371 2,0001,371 (31)8624,000 634
WATER PERMIT 0 0027,0000 (100)027,000 0
14,538 14,538 62,041 26,607 26,607(77)(45)Total For Distribution Expense:447,500 (12,068)
Depreciation & Amortization
DEPRECIATION 115,581 115,581116,432 117,917116,432 (1)11,415,000 851
116,432 116,432 117,917 115,581 115,581(1)1Total For Depreciation & Amortization:1,415,000 851
Interest Expense
INTEREST EXPENSE - BONDS 3,266 3,2663,050 3,0503,050 0 (7)35,433 (216)
AMORTIZATION OF DEBT DISCOU (554)(554)(554)(554)(554)0 0(6,650)0
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ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETWater
2,495 2,495 2,495 2,712 2,7120 (8)Total For Interest Expense:28,782 (216)
Other Operating Expense
DAM MAINTENANCE EXPENSE 30 3016601660 4350135
PENSION EXPENSE 0 00000 050,000 0
INTEREST EXPENSE - METER DEP 52 52445244(13)(13)625 (7)
211 211 52 82 82306 154Total For Other Operating Expense:50,625 128
Customer Accounts Expense
METER READING EXPENSE 569 56949641749619 (13)5,000 (72)
MISC CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS EXP 8,053 8,0537,831 8,2507,831 (5)(3)99,000 (222)
BAD DEBT EXPENSE & RECOVER 0 00210(100)02500
8,327 8,327 8,688 8,622 8,622(4)(3)Total For Customer Accounts Expense:104,250 (295)
Administrative Expense
SALARIES OFFICE & COMMISSION 24,476 24,47626,229 27,75026,229 (5)7333,000 1,752
TEMPORARY STAFFING 0 00830(100)01,000 0
OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,324 1,3244,669 2,5004,669 87 25330,000 3,345
ELECTRIC & WATER CONSUMPTI 468 468419540419(22)(11)6,500 (49)
BANK FEES 77 7770597020 (9)708 (7)
LEGAL FEES 144 144201500201(60)406,000 57
AUDITING FEES 430 430450583450(23)57,000 20
INSURANCE 3,487 3,4873,534 3,5833,534 (1)143,000 47
UTILITY SHARE - DEFERRED COM 3,355 3,3554,270 4,2504,270 0 2725,000 914
UTILITY SHARE - MEDICAL/DENT 41,680 41,68046,253 45,50046,253 2 11251,110 4,573
UTILITY SHARE - PERA 5,556 5,5566,264 5,9586,264 5 1371,500 708
UTILITY SHARE - FICA 5,309 5,3095,976 5,8755,976 2 1370,500 666
EMPLOYEE SICK PAY 5,125 5,1258,792 4,4178,792 99 7253,000 3,667
EMPLOYEE HOLIDAY PAY 6,257 6,2577,334 7,3007,334 0 1743,000 1,076
EMPLOYEE VACATION & PTO PA 14,008 14,00815,909 16,00015,909 (1)1472,000 1,900
UPMIC DISTRIBUTION 0 00000 019,000 0
WELLHEAD PROTECTION 0 001250(100)01,500 0
LONGEVITY PAY 0 00000 01,260 0
CONSULTING FEES 4,880 4,8801,326 2,1831,326 (39)(73)26,200 (3,554)
TELEPHONE 637 6377707177708 218,600 133
ADVERTISING 380 380376417376(10)(1)5,000 (3)
DUES & SUBSCRIPTIONS - FEES 2,403 2,4032,958 9,2902,958 (68)23111,474 555
SCHOOLS & MEETINGS 1,243 1,2432,074 5,2412,074 (60)6762,897 83198
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
FOR PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2026
2026
JANUARY
2025
JANUARY
2026
YTD
2025
YTD
2026
YTD
BUDGET
2026 YTD
Bud Var%
2025 v. 2026
Actual Var%
YTD
VARIANCE
2026
ANNUAL
BUDGETWater
MTCE OF GENERAL PLANT & OFFI 216 216135225135(40)(38)2,700 (81)
138,017 138,017 143,096 121,462 121,462(4)14Total For Administrative Expense:1,251,949 16,555
General Expense
CIP REBATES - RESIDENTIAL 0 02516725(85)02,000 25
CIP REBATES - COMMERCIAL 0 00830(100)01,000 0
CIP - MARKETING 0 001250(100)01,500 0
CIP - LABOR 0 00420(100)05000
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE 65 657116771(57)82,000 5
MISC GENERAL EXPENSE 0 00210(100)02500
96 96 605 65 65(84)45Total For General Expense:7,250 30
Total Expenses(before Operating Transfers)
340,561 340,561346,779 400,979346,779 (14)24,098,356 6,217
Operating Transfer
Operating Transfer/Other Funds
TRANSFER TO CITY ELK RIVER R 0 03,403 3,5013,403 (3)064,521 3,403
Utilities & Labor Donated
WATER & LABOR DONATED TO CI 0 001670(100)02,000 0
Total Operating Transfer
3,403 3,403 3,668 0 0(7)0Total For Total Operating Transfer:66,521 3,403
(129,464)(129,464)(118,954)(178,020)Net Income Profit(Loss)(118,954)33 8145,549 10,509
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January 2026 Financials
Report Highlights
3/10/2026
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
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YTD Profit & Profit Margin %
Purpose: To show the overall health of the organization.
•YTD ERMU’s revenue is exceeding expenses by $1.0M
•Resulting in a profit margin of 20.42%
Profit & Profit Margins %
January 2026
$1,001,947
20.42%
Revenue Expense
$4,905,567 $3,903,620
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
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Revenue vs Expense (YTD)
Purpose: To compare
revenue vs expense by
utility service.
•Green illustrates
electric and blue
illustrates water.
•Overall, revenue is
greater than expense.
REVENUE EXPENSE
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
4
YTD Actuals to Budget Comparison
Purpose: To illustrate the
combined net position
actuals versus budgeted
amounts.
•Overall, ERMU is
favorable to budget YTD
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
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Accounts Receivable-Utility Aging 1/31/2026
Purpose: an overview of
outstanding payments from
customers and how long
they are past due.
•City services make up
$446k of total A/R balances
of $3.22M
•Over 90 days is only 3% of
total A/R compared to 93%
being current
GREEN
IS
GOOD!
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
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Accounts Receivable-Utility Aging 1/31/2026
Note: Electric and water accounts receivable
can be reviewed separately on the “Combined
Balance Sheet” provided in the packet.
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
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Electric Department – Purchased Power
Purpose: To illustrate 5-year
comparison in purchased power
costs.
•Purchased power 2026 YTD is
approximately 60% of total
expenses.
•2026 YTD purchased power is
favorable to budget 14%.
•2026 expense is 7% less than
2025. YTD 2026 is $38k less than
2025. 2% higher kWh purchased
but 26% less EAC charges.
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
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Electric Department – Electric Usage Sales
Purpose: To illustrate a 5-year
comparison in electric usage sales.
•Usage can vary greatly from year to
year with weather being a primary
factor.
•Electric kWh usage is 3% higher in
2026 as compared to 2025.
•***Through February 2026***
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
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Water Department – Water Usage Sales
Purpose: To illustrate trends and
view comparisons in water usage
sales.
•Usage can vary greatly from year
to year based on a variety of
factors such as weather.
•The water sales graph highlights
both usage and revenue dollars.
•Water usage is up 2% YTD and
sales revenue is up 3% YTD over
prior year.
•***Through February 2026***
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
Thank You!
Melissa Karpinski, CPA - Finance Manager
mkarpinski@ermumn.com
PRESENTED AT MEETING - JANUARY 2026 FINANCIAL PRESENTATION
UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Mark Hanson – General Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
5.2
SUBJECT:
Letter of Support for Minnesota Municipal Power Agency Solar Project
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve Letter of Support for Minnesota Municipal Power Agency Solar Project
BACKGROUND:
The Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (MMPA) has requested the commission consider
sending a letter of support to the Sherburne County Board of Commissioners in support of their
3.5 MW Solar project in Big Lake Township. The project goes in front of the county board on
March 17, 2026, to request approval of an Interim Use Permit. The attached letter provides
additional project details.
DISCUSSION:
This is a letter of support request only, the entire project will be managed and funded by
MMPA. The proposed project will interconnect at an existing ERMU substation and help serve
local retail electric customers. Utilizing existing infrastructure supports grid reliability and helps
manage long-term costs for our customers.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Letter of Support for Minnesota Municipal Power Agency Solar Project
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March 10, 2026
Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
Attn: Gary Gray
13880 Business Center Drive NW
Elk River, MN 55330
Chair and Members of the Sherburne County Board of Commissioners,
Please accept this letter as formal support from the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission regarding the
Minnesota Municipal Power Agency’s (MMPA) application for an Interim Use Permit and Comprehensive
Plan Amendment for the proposed 3.5 MW solar project in Big Lake Township. This letter is submitted on
behalf of the full Commission as approved on March 10, 2026.
Elk River Municipal Utilities (ERMU) receives its wholesale electric power supply from MMPA and is one of
twelve municipal members of the Agency. Minnesota law requires electric utilities to provide 100 percent
carbon-free electricity by 2040. MMPA is developing carbon-free generation resources to meet this
statutory requirement while continuing to provide reliable and affordable power to its member
communities.
The proposed project will interconnect at an existing ERMU substation and help serve local retail electric
customers. Utilizing existing infrastructure supports grid reliability and helps manage long-term costs for
public power customers.
It is our understanding that MMPA’s application complies with all Sherburne County zoning and land use
ordinance standards. When an application meets these established criteria, approval of the permit is the
appropriate action.
The project has received county approval of a no-loss, de minimis wetland application and will comply
with all applicable state and federal environmental requirements. Solar generation is a low-impact land
use — quiet, emission-free, and requiring minimal ongoing traffic or public services.
MMPA has committed to implementing visual mitigation measures consistent with County ordinance
requirements. The project property is owned by MMPA, ensuring long-term stewardship and
accountability. The facility is also a reversible land use with decommissioning requirements that ensure
the land can be restored at the end of the project’s life.
For these reasons, the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission respectfully supports approval of the
requested permits.
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Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
John Dietz
Chair
Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission
Commission Members:
John Dietz, Chair
Mary Stewart, Vice Chair
Jill Larson-Vito, Commissioner
Matt Westgaard, Commissioner
Nick Zerwas, Commissioner
Cc: Raeanne Danielowski, Sherburne County Commissioner
Gregg Felber, Sherburne County Commissioner
Brad Schumacher, Sherburne County Commissioner
Andrew Hulse, Sherburne County Commissioner
Bruce Messelt, Sherburne County Administrator
Dawn Nyhus, Sherburne County Attorney
Lynn Waytashek, Sherburne County Planning and Zoning Administration
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Mark Hanson – General Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
6.1a
SUBJECT:
Staff Update
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
DISCUSSION:
• I am happy to report that staff has made an employment offer for our vacant electrical
distribution system engineer position. The candidate currently works as an electrical
engineer for a utility in Wisconsin with similar duties to our needs. We are still
negotiating a start date, but we’re excited to have him join our team!
• Hotels and flights are booking up fast for the American Public Power Association
National Conference in Boston, June 29 – July 1, 2026. The main conference hotel is
already sold out. If you haven’t already done so, please let me know if you are planning
on attending the conference.
• The Minnesota Municipal Power Agency Board of Directors met on February 17, 2026,
at Chaska City Hall in Chaska, Minnesota, and via videoconference. Commissioner
Stewart and I attended. The public summary is below:
o The Board reviewed MMPA’s 2025 accomplishments.
o The Board reviewed the Agency’s financial and operating performance for
January 2026.
o Participation in the residential Clean Energy Choice program increased by 16
customers. Customer penetration for the program is at 6.7% of residential
customers.
o The Board discussed the status of electric generation and renewable natural gas
projects the Agency is pursuing.
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Sara Youngs – Administrations Director
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
6.1b
SUBJECT:
Staff Update
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
DISCUSSION:
• Office walk-in traffic for February consisted of 126 customers, averaging 32 customers
per week over the four-week period.
• ERMU disconnections for February: The Cold Weather Rule was in effect, preventing
customer disconnections until 30 days after a disconnection notice is issued.
o Cycle 1 – 11 disconnections
o Cycle 2 – 2 disconnections
o Cycle 3 – 11 disconnections
o Cycle 4 – 3 disconnections
• During the month of January 2026, the customer service team entered 47 payment
arrangements with customers. During January 2025 there were 43 payment
arrangements.
• Currently there are two active residential solar photovoltaic projects planned or under
construction in the ERMU service territory.
• Staff continue auditing Elk River streetlights.
• Following up on the question raised during the February Commission meeting regarding
meter data retention, staff have confirmed that meter data is being maintained in
accordance with state retention guidelines.
• Staff participated in a Business Process Consultation (BPC) with National Information
Solutions Cooperative (NISC) on Messenger and SmartHub at the end of 2025 as part of
a strategic initiative. Following completion of the BPC, all Messenger and SmartHub
settings and notifications were fully reviewed. Customer notifications within Messenger
have been branded, and the language revised to reflect ERMU’s voice and tone. The
review phase is now complete, and this portion of the initiative has transitioned to daily
operations. The notifications currently available for customer enrollment are listed
below:
o Bill Available
o Billing Change
o Credit Card Expiration
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o Declined Auto Pay
o Payment Arrangement Due
o Payment Confirmation
o Payment Reminder
o Scheduled Payment Notification
o Unsuccessful Payment Notification
• Staff has also reviewed the updated customer Welcome Letter sent via email. Unlike the
previous version, which directed customers to our website to access a PDF packet of
utility information, the new Welcome Letter includes tracked hyperlinks that take
customers directly to the relevant online resources. We’re excited to offer this
enhanced, more user-friendly communication to our customers.
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Melissa Karpinski – Finance Manager
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
6.1c
SUBJECT:
Staff Update
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
DISCUSSION:
• The 2026 audit field work completed on February 17-18 went smoothly. We are
currently waiting for our adjusting journal entries and the draft of our annual financial
reports.
• Staff continued work on annual surveys and reports.
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Tony Mauren – Governance & Communications Manager
MEETING DATE:
February 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
6.1d
SUBJECT:
Staff Update
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
DISCUSSION:
• In February, all customers will receive the spring edition of The Current newsletter.
Topics include our power provider’s renewable energy portfolio, 2026 rates, Lineworker
Appreciation Day, Call 811, residential solar FAQs, and more.
• In addition to the bill insert topic, March social media will cover National Employee
Appreciation Day, Daylight Saving Time notice, Energy Assistance resources, Fix a Leak
Week, a new electric yard tool rebate, ERMU participating in American Public Power
Association’s Lineworkers Rodeo, and a commission meeting reminder.
• On February 17, the Records Retention Task Force submitted proposed updates to the
General Records Retention Schedule for Minnesota Cities to the State Records
Disposition Panel. The Panel, consisting of the state auditor, attorney general, and state
archivist, will spend the next 6-12 months reviewing the proposed changes. With the
Panel’s approval, the Task Force will have minor administrative follow up work prior to
finalization and publication of the new schedule. The retention schedule provides
guidance to all Minnesota municipal employees on how to maintain data in accordance
with state statute. Tony has been on the Task Force since April 2022.
• February 18-19, Tony attended his second in-person session of Minnesota Municipal
Utilities Association’s Developing Utility Expertise and Leadership (DUEL) program at
their St. Louis Park office. DUEL consists of in-person and virtual sessions that “equip
current and aspiring utility leaders with the core competencies needed to shape
organizational culture, enhance team performance, and drive long-term success.” This
session focused on applying the results of our DiSC personality assessment in the
workplace. The program also incorporates a Capstone project to apply what was
learned.
• On February 13, ERMU Communications & Administrative Coordinator Jenny Foss and
City of Elk River Senior Communications Coordinator Starr Sorheim hosted the Elk River
Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program for Local Government & Civic
Infrastructure Day. It was an amazing day of learning for all who participated! Check out
the Facebook post on the event.
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ATTACHMENTS:
• Bill Insert – The Current – Spring 2026
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SPRING 2026THE CURRENT
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Powering the Community with Renewable Energy
Since Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (MMPA) became ERMU’s power provider in 2018,
the community has benefited from their diverse renewable energy portfolio that includes
wind, solar, biomass, and hydroelectric power. These resources help MMPA meet Minnesota’s
Renewable Energy Standard, which required 25% renewable energy by 2025, while responding
to growing customer demand. In addition to their balanced mix of renewable energy sources,
MMPA installed demonstration sites in the community, a wind turbine at Plants & Things
Recreation Complex, and solar panels at Elk River City Hall to bring a better understanding of
these technologies and show how they play an important role in delivering reliable, sustainable
power to our customers. To learn more, visit our blog at ERMUMN.com.
2025
ERMU
STATISTICS
ELECTRIC
DEPARTMENT
Energy Sales 330,803,279 kWh
Peak Demand 71 MW
Electric Meters 13,610
Miles of Electric Lines 647.4
(84.4 percent is underground)
WATER
DEPARTMENT
Water Sales 811,870,000 gallons
Peak Day Usage 5,141,000 gallons
Customers 5,812
Miles of Water Main 127.8
HOW POWER GETS
TO YOUR HOME
Content provided by MMPA
Commission Approves Rates for 2026
ERMU recently worked with a consultant to conduct a comprehensive Cost of Service Study.
The study evaluated the utility’s capital investments, operating expenses, and revenue
requirements needed to maintain safe and reliable utility services.
Based on the findings of this study, the Utilities Commission approved an overall two percent
revenue increase for electric services, primarily driven by higher wholesale purchased power
costs. Water rates will increase by four percent due to rising costs associated with maintaining
and upgrading critical water infrastructure.
These adjustments ensure ERMU can continue to provide safe, reliable, and sustainable utility
services that support growth within the service territory while keeping rates as stable and
affordable as possible.
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ERMU has designed your
utility bill so that it is easy to
read and understand. To view
a breakdown that explains
the important information
included in your bill please
visit ermumn.com/manage-
account/billing-payment or
simply scan
the QR code.
UNDERSTANDING
YOUR BILL
ERMU and utilities across the
nation are partnering with
the American Water Works
Association to celebrate
“Drinking Water Week” from
May 3-9. This week is an
important time to recognize
and appreciate what it takes
to ensure that high-quality
drinking water is always
there when you need it.
Follow us on social media to
learn more.
DRINKING WATER WEEK
MAY 3-9
SPRING 2026
THE CURRENT
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Residential Solar Installation: What to Know
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Installation is an
investment homeowners should thoughtfully consider
before making a final commitment. If you’re considering
home installation, make an informed decision with
important residential solar tips available on our website.
Simply visit the Featured News section at ERMUMN.COM
and learn what to know before you buy. At ERMU, we are
here to help our customers make informed decisions.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Spring Projects? Call 811 Before You Dig
Spring is finally here, bringing yard work and outdoor
improvements of all sizes. From simple tasks to major
home upgrades, any digging project should start with a call
to 811, the national call-before-you-dig phone number, or
a visit to gopherstateonecall.org for free locating services.
Every six minutes, an underground utility line is damaged
because someone digs without first calling 811. The risk of
injury or even death is serious, as are the costs for repairs
or fines. Take it from ERMU’s locators Jon and Russ, whether you’re installing a fence, planting a
tree, or building a deck, locating your lines before you dig can really save you!
Proposed
Excavation
Temporary Survey
Markings
Electric Power
Lines
Gas, Oil, or
Steam
Communication
CATV
Potable Water
Reclaimed Water,
Irrigation
Sewer and Drain
Lines
Color Codes for Marking Underground Utilities:
Lineworker Appreciation Day
Saturday, April 18, marks National Lineworker Appreciation
Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the brave and
hardworking men and women who keep communities
powered and connected.
While there’s a day set aside each year to honor them,
lineworkers show their dedication every day of the year.
They work in challenging and often dangerous conditions
to maintain the complex systems that support our daily
routines and essential services.
When storms or emergencies hit, lineworkers are often among the first to respond. At any
given moment, ERMU has crews on call, ready to leave their homes and families to make
sure our community stays safe. Their courage and dedication often go unnoticed, but their
contributions are truly invaluable.
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Thomas Geiser – Operations Director
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
6.1e
SUBJECT:
Staff Update
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
DISCUSSION:
• Working through the second round of maps for the new GIS mapping system that we
plan to move forward with in the future. Maps 1 through 72 are complete.
• Still working through the lack of communication and action regarding the reclosers that
were recalled. ERMU has received seven repaired reclosers so far. Still waiting for 23 out
of the 30 units to be repaired.
• ERMU has started the copper switchgear replacement plan. We have replaced two so
far.
• Working with Sherburne County on the County Road 44 plans.
• Reviewing plans and coming up with a relocation plan for the County Road 33 project.
• Truck testing/inspections were performed February 25-27.
• Our new Truck #5 went back to Altec in Shakopee for some corrections.
• Staff and I performed interviews for the electric distribution system engineer position
and have made an offer which was accepted. Start date is yet to be determined.
• Mike, Chris, Mark, and I visited with Wright Hennipin Cooperative on March 5 for our
yearly construction meeting. We take this time to talk about past and future projects
and how we can help each other moving forward. We do the same with Connexus.
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Chris Sumstad – Electric Superintendent
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
6.1f
SUBJECT:
Staff Update
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
DISCUSSION:
• Installed seven new residential services, which involves the connection of a secondary
line once the customer requests service.
• Joe Schmidt, safety instructor from MMUA, was here February 26 and 27, and held
safety training on confined spaces and chlorine safety.
• Michels finished installation of joint trench utilities this past month in the Bradford 2nd
Addition. Our crews will begin setting equipment and terminating wire soon.
• Tree trimming continues for our crews. They recently teamed up with Sherburne County
crews on removals and trimming along County Road 44 from Highway 10 to County
Road 1. This road will be reconstructed in 2026, and we have an overhead feeder line
running along a large portion of it.
• Jay Reading, safety instructor from MMUA, was here February 17, and held job training
and safety meetings on the care and maintenance of personal protective equipment.
• Crews finished one section and started another on the overhead rebuild of Feeder 65
along Highway 169, from the North substation to the landfill.
• Department of transportation inspections on our trucks and trailers continued in
February, performed by City of Elk River mechanics.
• Our staff has also been performing annual maintenance on our equipment. They are
currently going through the bore rig, getting it ready for the spring.
• Crews replaced a Highway 10 median light near 4th Street that was struck by a motor
vehicle.
• The American Public Power Association’s Lineworker Rodeo will be held on March 27
and 28 in Huntsville, AL. We have two apprentices competing this year. Apprentices
compete individually in five events, one of them being a written test. Good luck to Adam
and Jack!
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Mike Tietz – Technical Services Superintendent
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
6.1g
SUBJECT:
Staff Update
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
DISCUSSION:
• In February, the locators processed 139 locate tickets. These consisted of 94 normal
tickets, 0 emergency tickets, 24 updated tickets, 3 meetings, 1 correction, 3 boundary
surveys, 9 planning, and 5 cancellations. This resulted in a 67.5% increase in tickets from
the previous month and a 25.2% increase from the prior February.
• Staff recently attended the Gopher State One Call (GSOC) 2026 Damage Prevention
Meeting held in Andover, hosted by Connexus Energy. These meetings are conducted
around the state to provide the excavation community with information about
legislative changes to State Statute 216D, discuss the best industry practices, ask
questions about safe digging and provide the opportunity to connect with fellow
industry members. The purpose of GSOC is to protect the public, workers, and
infrastructure from damage and the dangers associated with these damages.
• In February, the electrical technicians completed 390 service order tasks, updated the
power bill, addressed customer meter issues and any off-peak concerns.
• The electrical technicians have been replacing 3-phase meters and testing current
transformers of our polyphase Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) meters. Staff
must test, program, and verify the programming of each of these meters as we work
through the exchange process for all the commercial meters. The AMI project is at an
overall completion rate of 99%.
• Work will pick back up at East substation this month with the delivery of the steel
structures expected the third week in March. Weather permitting, we should have all
the steel in place by the end of April. I am expecting the fiber communications to be
completed by this time also. The transformer shipping date from WEG is August 25,
2026, which is 25 days behind schedule. This is still subject to change.
• Our monthly peak was 45.53 MW on February 3, at 6:15pm.
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UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
TO:
ERMU Commission
FROM:
Dave Ninow – Water Superintendent
MEETING DATE:
March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
6.1h
SUBJECT:
Staff Update
ACTION REQUESTED:
None
DISCUSSION:
• Delivered a water meter, installed a Smart Point module, and took curb stop ties for two
new water services.
• Completed 20 BACTI/Total Chlorine Residual Samples
o All confirmed negative for Coliform Bacteria
o Bacteriological/Disinfectant Residual Monthly Report submitted to the MDH
• Completed 19 routine fluoride samples
o All samples met MDH standards
o Submitted MDH Fluoride Report
o Completed one MDH validation fluoride sample
• Submitted Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the diesel generation plant to the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
• Submitted the annual pumping report to the DNR for all the municipal wells.
• Submitted Tier II Annual Reports to the Department of Homeland Security for the diesel
generation plant and all the water treatment plants.
• Staff attended a preconstruction meeting for the first addition of Oakwater Ridge. The
developer plans to ramp up construction as soon as weather allows.
• Archer Plumbing, our contractor for the AMI commercial water meter exchanges,
completed two out of the three remaining commercial water meter exchanges. The final
remaining exchange is at a currently unoccupied building. Water department staff will
exchange the meter once a tenant moves in.
• The water operators continue to spend much of their time performing annual
preventive maintenance on the water treatment plants.
• Lead Water Operator Derek Palmer attended the 42nd annual Minnesota Rural Water
Association technical conference in St Cloud.
ATTACHMENTS:
• February 2026 Pumping by Well
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Values Are Displayed in Millions of Gallons (Well #, Gallons Pumped, Percentage of Pumping)
Well #2, 0.032, 0%
Well #3, 14.391, 34%
Well #4, 6.457, 15%Well #5, 3.65, 9%
Well #6, 4.389, 10%
Well #7, 4.197, 10%
Well #8, 4.606, 11%
Well #9, 4.446, 11%
February 2026 Monthly Pumping By Well
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Tuesday, January 13:
•Annual Review of Committee Charters
Tuesday, February 10:
•Review Strategic Plan and 2025 Annual Business
Plan Results
Tuesday, March 10:
•Oath of Office
•Election of Officers
•Annual Commissioner Orientation and Review
Governance Responsibilities and Role
Tuesday, April 14:
•Audit of 2025 Financial Report
•Financial Reserves Allocations
•Review 2025 Performance Metrics
Tuesday, May 12:
•Annual General Manager Performance
Evaluation and Goal Setting
Tuesday, June 6:
•Annual Commission Performance Evaluation
Tuesday, July 14: Tuesday, August 11:
•Annual Business Plan – Review Proposed 2027
Travel, Training, Dues, Subscriptions, and Fees
Budget
Tuesday, September 8:
•Annual Business Plan – Review Proposed 2027
Capital Projects Budget
Tuesday, October 13:
•Annual Business Plan – Review Proposed 2027
Expenses Budget
•Review and Update Strategic Plan
Wednesday, November 10:
•Annual Business Plan - Review Proposed 2027
Rates and Other Revenue
•Adopt 2027 Fee Schedule
•2027 Stakeholder Communication Plan
Tuesday, December 8:
•Adopt 2027 Official Depository and Delegate
Authority for Electronic Funds Transfers
•Designate Official 2027 Newspaper
•Approve 2027 Regular Meeting Schedule
•Adopt 2027 Governance Agenda
•Adopt 2027 Annual Business Plan
2026 GOVERNANCE AGENDA
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