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Page 3 <br /> Regular meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission <br /> Appril 9, 2002 <br /> 6.5 Review Water& Electric Financial Projections <br /> Bryan Adams presented to the Commission,updated financial projection analysis reflecting significant <br /> expenditures by the ERMU. Cash reserves, and rates were reviewed on both the Electric and Water <br /> Departments. It appears that the Electric Department is holding constant. The Water Department has more <br /> options to consider. Curtailing of sprinkling is an on-going issue, and was discussed at length. Increasing <br /> WAC fees will be considered at budget time, with a possible increase going into effect at the beginning of <br /> 2003. <br /> 6.6 Wage Request from ERMU Employees <br /> The request for annual salary and benefit adjustment from the operational employees was received, and <br /> considered. Bryan Adams reviewed the salary and benefit surveys, as well as the request for an increase of <br /> re-connect pay, and an employer matched contribution to an additional retirement plan. The Commission <br /> discussed the information, but chose to continue the matter to the next Commission meeting. <br /> 6.7 Review & Consider Distribution Interconnect Agreement <br /> The Distribution Interconnection Agreement, reflecting the terms and conditions of a Connexus tie into <br /> our Substation North facility for standby or future permanent services was reviewed. Staff recommends <br /> approval of the Agreement. <br /> George Zabee moved to execute the Distribution Interconnect Agreement with Connexus Energy. John <br /> Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. <br /> 6.8 Review& Consider Irrigation Off Peak Rate <br /> After a detailed review of the rate, including the history, it was the consensus of the Commission to not <br /> offer the Irrigation Off Peak Rate. <br /> Other Business <br /> There was no Other Business to discuss. <br /> The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission will be May <br /> 14, 2002. <br /> President Tralle adjourned the meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission at 6:00 PM. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> Patricia Hemza <br /> Office Manager <br />