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Page 2 Regular meeting of the Elk River Utilities Commission August 10, 1999 George Zabee moved to approve the recommended point adjustment and associated salary adjustment for the Purchasing Clerk, to $15.54/hour. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. The second recommendation of point and salary adjustment is for the position of Electronic Technician/Security. Steve Nordahl appeared before the Commission on his own behalf, to speak of his expectations concerning his position. Steve Nordahl responded to questions and comments by the Commission. George Zabee moved to approve the recommended point adjustment for Electronic Technician/Security, and to increase the associated salary adjustment at $1.16 per hour, '/2 the recommended rate,position to be reviewed in six months. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 5.3 Review Electric & Water Revenue Projections Staff reviewed cash balances for the Electric and Water Departments, along with revised projections. The 1998 Audit recommended that rates should continue to be monitored regarding increases in cash, most especially in the Water Department. Staff recommends that a reserve/restricted fund be established within the Water Department. James Tralle moved to establish a restricted Construction/Bond Reserve Fund for the Water Department,with an initial appropriation of$250,000.00, with transfers to be made at appropriate intervals, to the maximum of$1,000,000.00 for the Fund balance. George Zabee seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 6.1 Review& Consider Fall Construction Projects Staff reviewed five Fall Construction Projects with the Commission. 1. Staff requests permission to proceed with plans and specifications for the retrofit of the sand filter for Well #4. George Zabee moved to proceed with plans and specifications by Staff for the retrofit of the sand filter for Well#4 immediately. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.