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Regular meeting of the Elk River Utilities Commission August 12, 1997 <br /> Page 2 <br /> utility unless and until the City Council determines on a case by case basis that <br /> connection to the water utility is necessary to protect the public health, safety and <br /> and welfare or to otherwise comply with applicable law. <br /> 5.3 Up-date Letter of Intent for Electric Generation with landfill methane gas <br /> Bryan Adams discussed the proposal letter, dated 7-28-97, between Elk River <br /> Municipal Utilities and Power Strategies Energy,which initiates discussions to <br /> construct an electric generation facility at the Elk River Landfill. Commission was <br /> advised that the proposal was reviewed by Ron Black, Attorney and is currently being <br /> reviewed by AEC and UPA. <br /> 5.4 Up-date on Issue of Electric Deregulation <br /> Bryan Adams presented the Commission with several informational articles <br /> concerning Electric Deregulation. A video titled, "Power Switch"was viewed. <br /> 5.5 Review and consider Employee Recognition Policy <br /> Staff was asked to recommend an annual employee recognition policy. Several <br /> options were presented, along with comparisons to the City and other companies. <br /> Mr. Tralle moved to adopt a policy similar to the City of Elk River, recognizing the <br /> 5-10-20-retirement anniversary dates of employment, with a coffee cup & lapel pin <br /> for 5 years, a pin with stone for 10 years, and on the 20th year and upon retirement to <br /> personalize the item appropriate to the employee's interests. Mr. Zabee seconded the <br /> motion. Motion carried 3-0. <br /> 5.6 Up-date July 1, 1997 Storm <br /> Commission was up-dated on the lessons learned in the response to the storm damage <br /> incurred on July 1, 1997. Because of what was learned in the emergency,the Utilities <br /> have improved and up-dated emergency procedures. It was noted that lack of visible <br /> house numbering hindered Utilities crews in finding problem addresses. Elk River <br /> Utilities incurred costs in excess of$21,000.00 due to the storm. Sherburne County is <br /> applying for monies from FEMA to help cover the cost of damage. <br /> 5.7 Up-date Highland Road Water Bond <br /> Bryan Adams up-dated the Commission on the progress of the Highland Road water <br /> main project, which is now physically complete. The remaining portion of this water <br /> main project through Cottages of Elk River Development will be completed by their <br />