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Page 3 Regular meeting of the Elk River Utilities Commission 6.4 Up-date Heat Share Program Staff up-dated the Commission on the Heat Share program, which provides for energy assistance for certain people who cannot pay their utility bills. Heat Share is a program administered by the Salvation Army for emergency assistance. Response by ERMU customers has been favorable. 6.5 Review Electric Demand Rate Bryan Adams reviewed the Demand Customer Electric rate,with proposed adjustments. The rate study by R.W. Beck was implemented in February, 1997 with the changes in the Demand Customer Electric Rate to be made over a three year period. Customer impact, budget needs and projected revenues and short-falls were discussed, along with staff recommendations for changes. Staff was directed to revise the tariff sheets for the Demand Rate and return to the Commission at the December, 1997 meeting for approval. 6.6 Review Utility Connection Rate for Electric and Water The rate study done in early 1997 was reviewed. At that time the recommendation was to adjust the fees to the necessary needed amount to cover existing debt service and future projects. Growth of the City and the increased demands for water services discussed, with several viewpoints expressed from Commission and Staff Mr. Zabee moved to raise the WAC fee to $1,350.00, with no change in the developer portion,the additional be placed on the Builder/Owner. To become effective 1-1-98. Mr. Tralle seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-1. John Dietz voting nae. The Electrical Connect Fees were discussed, with emphasis on the cost to the Utilities for installations, and the impacts upon the Utility. The unique position of high growth, and the expenses involved were gone over with Commissioners and Staff offering their opinions and observations. Mr. Zabee moved to raise the electrical connection fee from$800 to $900. Mr. Tralle seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-1. John Dietz voting nae.