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Page 3 <br /> Regular Meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission <br /> July 11, 2000 <br /> 6.2 Authorize Land Purchase for "North" Substation <br /> The Elk River Municipal Utilities will be required to construct a 69kv/ 12.46 kv <br /> substation in northern Elk River within the next two years, due to the continued growth <br /> of the City. Bryan reviewed the criteria for the location of this substation, and enclosed a <br /> map of Elk River which reflects the parcel of property that will satisfy demands. Bryan <br /> further advised that an appraisal is currently being completed. Concerns with the one <br /> acre conflict with current zoning requirements was discussed, with possible solution <br /> arrived at. <br /> George Zabee authorized the General Manager to negotiate the purchase of the <br /> property, not to exceed$20,000.00 for one acre. James Tralle seconded the motion. <br /> Motion carried 3-0. <br /> 6.2 Authorize Land Purchase for Well#7 <br /> Bryan Adams presented information and criteria for another water production <br /> facility within the next two years,noting that the preferable location is in Eastern Elk <br /> River, with a land area of approximately 1.5 acres. John Dietz questioned the School's <br /> dependency upon the bond issue with regard to the purchase. He further asked if another <br /> tower would be needed after the completion of this one. Bryan responded that another <br /> tower would be needed, contingent upon City growth. <br /> George Zabee moved to authorize the General manager to negotiate with the ISD <br /> 728 in purchasing suitable land for a future water production facility. James Tralle <br /> seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. <br /> 6.3 Review and Consider ERMU Communication Strategy <br /> A proposal from Anita Duckor of Duckor&Associates to do a Communication <br /> Strategy and Brand Plan for the Elk River Municipal Utilities was presented and <br /> reviewed. Staff is divided as to the necessity of the proposal. The General Manager <br /> advises that he feels the Utility needs to maximize efforts in customer communications. <br /> James Tralle added his concerns with over doing the information given to customers. He <br /> also asked John Dietz about the City's involvement with the Duckor firm. John Dietz <br /> feels the proposal is too costly at $10,000.00. Bryan Adams was requested to ask for <br /> other options that would be less costly. <br />