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Page 2 Regular meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission July 8, 2003 5.2 Review& Consider Truck Bids Bids for the Digger Derrick Electric Line Truck and Body were received on July 7, 2003. Bid tabulation was presented to the Commission. Staff discussed, and explained the bids, with their recommendations. John Dietz questioned the trade-in, asking if it would be prudent to keep the truck as a spare. The value of the truck, the mechanical problems it has, and the maintenance were considered. It was noted that loaner trucks are available, at less cost than the upkeep, and repairs to the trade-in truck. Jerry Takle moved to accept the lowest responsive bid from Altec Industries, Inc., as presented, with authorization to Staff to change from the Freightliner M2 model to the FL80, at an additional cost of $900.00, if it appears to be a better model. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-0. 5.3 Review 4th Engine/Generator at Landfill The possibility of adding a 4th engine/generator at the LFG facility is currently being investigated. It appears there will be enough gas to run the 4th engine, in about one year, which is the estimated time that will be needed to secure the necessary air permits to run the 4th engine. The financial considerations were presented, and discussed. Air permit increments, County approval, and the present conditions of the LFG facility were further reviewed. It was the consensus of the Commission to authorize Staff to continue with plans for adding a 4th engine at the LFG facility. 6.1 Review Great River Energy Wholesale Rate Structure Bryan Adams reviewed the two tier rate being offered by Great River Energy. Details have been worked out, except for the actual rate. Commission inquired about the impact on the rates the Utility charges customers, and time lines, with responses from Bryan Adams. 6.2 Review Electric Reliability Standards The Minnesota Energy, Security, and Reliability Act, and the Distribution Reliability Standards were discussed. The items that ERMU are in compliance with, the record keeping requirements, and the items that are not required to be reported on were reviewed. 6.3 Consider Bulk Watering Station The 2003 budget contains a $40,000 item to construct a bulk filling station at another location. Presently the hydrant adjacent to the 322 King Avenue facility serves as a bulk fill station, during normal working hours. With the move to the new administration building, the Utility will no longer be able to monitor the present site. Staff and Commission agreed that the reasons for providing a bulk filling station are only service to the community, and protection against contamination of the water distribution system. Costs of the bulk water fills were discussed. John Dietz asked Staff to survey other Utilities, regarding charges for bulk water fills.