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Regular meeting of the Elk River Utilities Commission July 9, 1997 Page 4 in Minnesota conducted by the Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association. He explained that the rate study is broken down into three groups. He pointed out the position of ERMU in relation to others in our category. He also presented a paper he wrote,titled, "What is the Proper Response by Elk River Municipal Utilities to Electric Deregulation to Possibly the Retail Level", for the Commissions review. This lead into discussion on ERMU response and damages incurred from the July 1, 1997 wind storm. Staff was congratulated on their efforts in restoring electric power to the affected customers. 6.3 Demolition of storage building north of Power Plant A 50' X 100' storage shed, currently used for storage, was damaged last winter due to heavy snow. The roof collapsed and the structure is beyond repair. Proposals have been received and it will be removed in July 1997. Other Business Bryan Adams up-dated the Commission on the Heritage Festival plans, and the planned open house commemorating ERMU's 50th Anniversary. A request by Sprint to use our water towers for placement of antennas, was not considered. Mr. Zabee asked Bryan Adams and staff to return to the Commission with recommendations for annual employee recognitions. Mr. Zabee moved to recognize Glenn Sundeen's 25 years of exemplary service to the Elk River Municipal Utilities and to commend him. Mr. Tralle seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. A Special Meeting will be called for Friday, July 18, 1997 at 9:00 A.M for the purpose of awarding the bid for the repair of a diesel engine at the plant. The next scheduled meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities will be August 12, 1997, at 3:30 P.M. With no further business to be discussed, Mr. Tralle moved to adjourn. Mr. Zabee seconded the motion. The meeting of the Elk River Utilities Commission adjourned at 5:00 P.M. ectfully submitt , Patricia Hemza .arT Office Manager