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Page 2 Regular meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission December 10, 2002 Staff updated the Commission on the progress of filling the Clerk/Cashier vacancy, as well as the additional approved office position. The restructuring of the Utility Worker/Plant Operator presently held by Ray Doebler, and the filling of the Water Operator positions was presented for review and discussion. The issue of residency requirements was addressed. The general consensus is that the ten mile reporting limit should be addressed. John Dietz requested Staff to write a policy for residency requirements. James Tralle wondered if the residency requirement would allow for enough qualifying applicants. George Zabee moved to approve the hiring of one office person, and to advertise, and hire one Utility Worker, and one Water Operator. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 5.3 Review 2003 Vehicle Requirements The 2003 budget includes the purchase of a '/2 ton 4 X 4 pick-up for the Electric Department, the addition of a 3/4 ton 4 x 4 pick-up with bins for the Water Department, and the replacement of a 1993 Dodge 3/4 ton truck. Staff requests authorization to secure bids from local dealers and state bids. John Dietz questioned the need for an additional pickup in the Electric Department. Staff responded with their reasons for asking for the truck. James Tralle moved to approve the purchase of: %2 ton 4 X 4 pick-up for the Electric Department 3/4 ton 4 X 4 pick-up with bins for the Water Department replacement for 1993 Dodge 3/4 ton pick-up. George Zabee seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 5.4 Review 4th Street Water Main Replacement The 4th Street Rehabilitation Projects were discussed, regarding the proposed water main work. The upgrade proposed would improve the Water System on the whole. The problems that will arise deal with the replacement of lead services by residents, and requiring certain residents to hook-up to the new main, rather than utilizing their existing service that runs on their neighbor's property. The areas of concern were discussed by Commission, and Staff responded to questions. Pat Klaers indicated that Public Hearings will be held, giving the homeowners the opportunity to review options at that time. By consensus, Commission approved the ERMU paying for replacement services from the new water main to curb box, if existing service is of non-copper or cast iron material, and connecting to existing service line. Owner will be encouraged to replace remaining service.