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Regular meeting of the Elk River Utilities Commission July 9, 1997 Page 3 Motion carried 2-1, Mr. Zabee voting nae for the reason that he felt the raises should be automatic for three years. 5.3 Review and consider Purchase Agreement with ISD 728 The Purchase Agreement for the land north of Meadowvale School for$21,000.00 for construction of a well, filter plant and a possible water tower, was presented. (Agreement attached to minutes) Mr. Tralle moved to approve the Purchase Agreement with ISD 728. Mr. Zabee seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 5.4 Update on Utility Bill Automated Payment Pat Hemza reported on the progress of setting up Utility Automated Payment for ERMU customers,per the directive of the Commission in 1996. The process will be completed,with customers being able to enroll by October of this year. 5.6 Up-date Highland Road Water Main Project Bryan Adams advised the Commission the Bonding is in place through the City of Elk River for a ten year period. Discussion of the project followed. 6.1 ERMU Water Sprinkling Restrictions Information was presented concerning the high water use due to the extended dry spell along with articles published in local papers and including bill stuffers encouraging water conservation. Mr. Zabee moved to authorize and delegate the General Manager and Water Superintendent to impose temporary water restrictions. Mr. Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. Mr. Tralle asked Mr. Dietz to review the possibility of permanent water restrictions with the City Council. The concerns voiced by Bryan Adams and James Tralle include the safety and integrity of the present water system. Mr. Zabee moved to continue water restrictions for the remainder of 1997. Mr. Tralle seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 6.2 Review MMUA Electric Rate Study Bryan Adams presented the annual electric rate study for all municipal utilities