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timely before performance measurement begins. Ms. Slominski presented the proposed Performance Metrics and Incentive Policy Score Card.No changes were being recommended for 2018. Ms. Slominski shared that staff has identified a few changes to incorporate and will be working on those in 2018 to finalize for measurement in 2019. Moved by Commissioner Thompson and seconded by Commissioner Stewart to approve the Performance Metrics and Incentive Compensation Score Card for 2018. Motion carried 5-0. 5.0 BUSINESS ACTION 5.1 Financial Report—October 2017 Ms. Slominski presented the October 2017 financial report. For the Electric Department, Chair Dietz had a few questions in regards to the increase in expenses for the Landfill Gas Plant, Distribution, and Maintenance line items. Staff responded. Moved by Commissioner Thompson and seconded by Commissioner Stewart to receive and file the October 2017 Financial Report. Motion carried 5-0. 5.2 Wage& Benefits Committee Update Chair Dietz presented the Wage & Benefits Committee (W&BC)update, as outlined in the memo, along with the proposed recommendations. On the topic of an adjustment to the 457 deferred compensation employer contribution for the management pay group,the Committee made a verbal recommendation of 2.5%. Chair Dietz shared that all of the proposed changes would be effective January 1, 2018, with the exception of the 457 deferred compensation benefit change for all of the pay groups and the management pay group, as that benefit period runs from June 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018. The W&BC had one additional item to add for consideration; the reclassification of the Inventory Person position from Field Group Pay Grade 6 to Field Pay Grade 8. Chair Dietz provided some background on the position, and stated that the employee we currently have in the position has given notice. There was discussion. Mr. Adams shared that after review of the difference in responsibilities from the origin of this position to current actual practice, and the impact to pay grade points, the W&BC is recommending the reclassification of the position from the Field Pay Grade 6 to 8. The financial impacts of the reclassification were discussed. Moved by Commissioner Nadeau, and seconded by Commissioner Stewart to approve the following: • Eliminate the percent criteria of the employer contribution for the 457 deferred compensation benefit and increase the match cap from $2,000 to$2,500 for all pay groups Page 3 Regular Meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission December 12,2017 28