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Regular meeting of the Elk River Utilities Commission February 12, 1997 Page 4 It was noted that the study could be completed in no more than two months by this firm. Mr. Dietz noted that he thought the proposal was more expensive than that used by the City of Elk River. However, it was also noted that their project took place over an extended period of time, with dedicated staff time. Mr. Zabee moved to accept the proposal from Hay Management Consultants for the Comparable Worth Study in the amount of $7, 800 . 00 . Mr. Tralle seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-0 . Mr. Dietz voting nae, because he felt that though the study is needed, it is too expensive. 6 . 5 Consider Meter Testing Policy Mr. Adams presented the reasons for instituting a Meter Testing Policy. Mr. Tralle moved to ask for a $25 . 00 deposit upon request for the removal and testing of their water or electric meter prior to the removal and test, and if the meter should be found accurate with plus or minus three percent (3%) , the fee will be retained by the Utilities. If the meter is in error, beyond these bounds the $25 . 00 fee will be refunded to the customer and the bill would be adjusted in the amount of the error for the past six month period. Mr. Zabee moved to second the motion. Motion carried 3-0 . 6 . 6 Consider 1996 Charge Offs Commission noted that the Charge off bad debts are very low in comparison to the revenues billed. It was the general concensus to have the President of the Commission write a letter to Vivian Schmidt, in charge of collections, to recognize her efforts . Mr. Tralle moved to approve the Charge Offs for 1996 . Mr. Zabee seconded the motion. Motion approved 3-0 . 6 . 7 Other Business -- Brochures Mr. Adams presented a sample of some advertising materials for Security Systems and Water Conservation. He advised that customers need to be more informed about conservation and safety matters, and that brochures of this kind will be a good start .