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Page 2 <br /> Regular meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission <br /> March 12, 2002 <br /> 5.2 Update Administration Building <br /> Commission received an estimate of the building construction costs, and a floor plan for <br /> the Utility space at City Hall. George Zabee asked Pat Klaers to clarify the lease-purchase <br /> agreement. Pat Klaers explained that the EDA is issuing the bonds, and will be the bond <br /> holder. The interest paid will be on the debt only. Discussion continued with questions, and <br /> comments regarding the costs and the floor plan. Bryan Adams and Pat Hemza noted that <br /> the facility is more than adequate, leaving room for growth. Bryan Adams further added that <br /> he feels the facility is more up-scale than he deems necessary. Gary Tushie presented site <br /> plans, and answered questions regarding them. <br /> John Dietz moved to approve the following items: <br /> Design (floor plans and elevations). <br /> The Budget for the construction with authorization to utilize lease-purchase. <br /> Kraus-Anderson Construction Managers as Construction Manager for the <br /> Utility phase of the project. <br /> Authorization of Tushie &Montgomery to proceed with construction <br /> documents at approximately $79,400. <br /> James Tralle seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-0. George Zabee abstained from the <br /> vote. <br /> 5.3 Authorize LFG Agreements <br /> Ron Black appeared before the Commission to answer questions, and update progress <br /> regarding the LFG contracts. It is noted that Waste Management has been reluctant to return <br /> signed agreements to the ERMU. Points of contention appear to be related to the 95% <br /> operating requirements, and warranty of their design. Bryan Adams noted that Sherburne <br /> County and Great River Energy have their documents in order. James Tralle remarked that <br /> the Utilities Commission appreciates Ron Black's diligence in this matter. <br /> George Zabee moved to authorize Staff to execute documents with Ron Black's <br /> approval if requirements are met. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. <br /> 6.1 Review and Consider Bid Tabulation for Wire <br /> Bids were received for the 2002 electric wire needs. Staff presented recommendations <br /> for awarding contracts. Bids are spread between Border States, Burmeister, Wesco, and <br /> Resco. <br /> George Zabee moved to accept the Bids for Wire as Staff recommended. John Dietz <br /> seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. <br />