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Page 2 Regular Meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission February 19, 2002 5.3 Review & Consider Water Leak Assessment Petition A Petition Waiver and Agreement for Repair of Owner Water Facilities and Assessment of the Costs Therefor was presented to the Commission. John Dietz asked if the fluctuating interest rates had been discussed. It was noted that this concern was addressed in the last item of the Petition. Pat Klaers noted that the Petition had been prepared by the City Attorney. John Dietz moved to pre-approve the Petition, Waiver and Agreement for Repair of Owner Water Facilities and Assessment of the Costs Therefor. James Tralle seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 5.4 Update Administration Building Gary Fisher of Tushie &Montgomery Architects appeared to answer questions, and to present preliminary plans. The proposed basement, concern with the possible perception of the public that the project is too extravagant, size, and the escalating project cost were items discussed. No action necessary. 6.1 Review 2001 Annual Report The 2001 Annual Report was presented to the Commission for review. Discussion centered on the need for increased water conservation, as a priority in the coming years. Territory Acquisition changes were reviewed. Concerns by Connexus, and ERMU center around the growth of the City, as well as the costs of up-grading services. It appears that the purchase of the western area, and area 19 in 2003 would be advantageous. The proposed 2003 purchase of approximately $750,000.00, would delay further acquisition in 2004, 2005, and 2006. James Tralle moved to purchase the western area, and area 19 in 2003. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. George Zabee moved to receive and file the Annual Report for 2001. James Tralle seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 6.2 Review Bid Tabulation for 1 Ton & '/2 Ton Trucks The 2002 Budget contains items to replace a 1990 1 Ton plow/dump truck, and a 1992 4 x 4 '/2 Ton pick-up truck. Bid tabulations for both trucks, with Staff recommending the awards to the lowest responsive bidders. John Dietz moved to accept the lowest responsive bids for purchase of/2 Ton Pick-Up Truck from Owatonna Motor(State Bid), and a 1 Ton Pick-Up Truck from Saxon Motors. James Tralle seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.