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Regular Meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission March 11,1997 page 2 5.3 Review Brochures for Water Conservation&Security Systems Mr. Adams presented the first cut for Water Conservation And Security System brochures developed by Tartan Marketing,with staffs input. Some discussion ensued about proper time and intervals to water lawns in Elk River due to sandy soil. By consensus the Commission was • pleased with the brochures and directed to continue in the development process. 6.1 Consider Salary Requested byline Foreman Mr. Adams presented the letter by Wade Lovelette concerning a request for an increase in pay differential from 500 to$1.00/hour. Mr. Lovelette explained his request and it was understood that upon accepting this position in June 1996, he would be re-evaluated in a couple of months. Mr. Sundeen stated that Mr. Lovelette was doing a very good job and doing everything that was expected of him.After much discussion Mr.Adams suggested that although a pay increase is warranted, the Comparable Worth Study should be completed first,which would help define the appropriate level of increase. By consensus,the Commission agreed to a pay increase upon completion of the Comparable Worth Study and the increase is considered pay differential and would be retroactive to six months after Mr. Lovelette was moved into this position. 6.2 ISD#728- ERMU Pole Attachment Agreement ISD#728 is relocating the Administration Offices and desires to have telecommunication lines between this new facility and the High School via Elk River Municipal Utilities' utility poles. Mr. Adams presented a proposed Pole Attachment Agreement drafted by Elk River Municipal Utilities attorney. It was also noted that Elk River Municipal Utilities has currently three pole agreements,all at different prices. It was moved by Mr.Tralle and seconded by Mr. Zabee that the proposed agreement be presented to ISD#728 with a rental price of$6.50/pole/year. Motion carried 3-0.The Commission also directed Mr.Adams to review the existing pole agreements and raise the rental rate to a minimum of$6.50/pole,when the agreement can be negotiated. 6.3 Review and Adopt Water System Maintenance Program Mr.Adams and Mr. McCartney presented the proposed Water Maintenance program.After many questions Mr. Zabee moved and Mr.Tralle seconded to adopt the presented material as a Water Maintenance Policy. Motion carried 3-0. (Policy is attached to minutes for reference)