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5.4 2018 Tariffs <br /> Mr. Sagstetter presented the 2018 rates and tariff sheets. Mr. Sagstetter explained that the <br /> tariffs had also been updated to accommodate for the multiple billing cycles beginning in 2018, <br /> specifically the language regarding the timeframe for the summer and winter rates had been <br /> changed to correspond with the monthly billing periods. The Commission had a few questions. <br /> Staff responded. <br /> Moved by Commissioner Westgaard and seconded by Commission Nadeau to approve <br /> the 2018 Rates and Tariff Sheets. Motion carried 5-0. <br /> 6.0 BUSINESS DISCUSSION <br /> 6.1 Staff Updates <br /> Ms. Slominski stated in her staff report that letters have been created for the four billing cycles we'll <br /> be moving to as we implement multiple billing cycles in January. There are four separate letters, <br /> one for each cycle,that depicts their new billing and due dates,and gives specifics for the first bills <br /> to be received in January. As some cycles will have two weeks in their first bill and some will have <br /> five weeks,we're letting the customers know what to expect. The letters will go out with the <br /> December 20 billing. Chair Dietz inquired as to how the change in due dates will affect people on <br /> automatic bank pay. Staff responded,and shared that specific details relating to this will be covered <br /> in the letters as well. <br /> Mr.Fuchs had nothing additional to add to his staff report. Chair Dietz had a question on when we <br /> would be acquiring Connexus Areas 5&6. Mr.Fuchs stated that that the plan is to acquire Areas <br /> 5&6 in September of 2018,Area 7 in 2019,and Area 8 in 2020. <br /> Mr.Tietz indicated in his staff report that the power plant staff performed the monthly engine run on <br /> November 29,and that all engines ran well with no problems. There was discussion on the purpose <br /> of the monthly engine run and the importance of keeping them in good working order should we <br /> need them for emergency purposes only. <br /> At the request of Chair Dietz,Mr.Volk provided a recap on a scheduled water shut-off that recently <br /> took place,and how it affected the commercial businesses in the area.Due to a disgruntled business <br /> owner who voiced concern over the service interruption and notification process for doing so, staff <br /> has been evaluating the process that's currently in place. There was discussion. <br /> Mr. Sagstetter announced the winners of the holiday lighting contest and thanked the Commission <br /> for helping with the final judging.He also acknowledged Customer Service Representative Jessica <br /> Rahn who had put together detailed route directions to aid in finding the homes. The winners along <br /> with the rest of the participants will be published in the December 16 edition of the Star News. <br /> Page 5 <br /> Regular Meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission <br /> December 12,2017 <br /> 30 <br />