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Page 3 Regular meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission October 13, 1998 5.6 Up-date East Elk River Project Bryan Adams reported on the Public Hearing, held by the City Council, on the proposed East Elk River Public Improvement Project. Discussion then centered on the impact of the project regarding the Elk River Utilities, financial projections and scheduling. The possibility of using TIF was brought up. 5.7 Review proposal for Plant Substation Project Up-grade Bids were received for substation transformers for the power plant on October 1, 1998. After reviewing and evaluating the bids, Staff recommended awarding the bid to Jerry's Electric. The transformer bid by Jerry's is re-manufactured rather than re-conditioned, as the other bidders proposed. This will allow the electrical characteristics to more closely match the existing transformer that the new transformer will be paralleled with. James Tralle moved to award the bid for a plant station transformer to Jerry's Electric, with directions to Staff to further examine the regulator issues for this transformer. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 6.1 Review Amendment to ERMU/UPA Power Transaction Agreement for Diesel Generation Units An Amendment to the Power Transaction Agreement between UPA and ERMU was presented. The agreement increases the monthly capacity price to $2.50/KW/ month for a three year term. James Tralle moved to authorize the signing of the Power Transaction Agreement Ammendment. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 6.2 Western Elk River Water Quality Issues Staff advised the Commission of the consequences of the addition of water main to the western Elk River Area. The new lines in combination with little water consumption in the area is changing the way the water system must be operated for safety. Bryan Adams assured the Commission that the Water Department is closely monitoring the situation. Other Business None