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Regular meeting of the Elk River Utilities Commission <br /> October 8, 1996 <br /> Page 4 <br /> 6 . 2 Electrical System Capacity <br /> The statistics for Projected Load Growth and need for <br /> Substation 14 modifications were presented and closely <br /> scrutinized, as well as a suggested time-table. <br /> Mr. Zabee moved to authorize Mr. Adams to proceed <br /> with this project, and give Mr. Adams latitude on <br /> choice of engineering firms, to design this project . <br /> Mr. Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0 . <br /> 6 . 3 Consider proposals for Water rate Study <br /> Proposals from MSA and R.W. Beck for a Water Rate <br /> Study were compared and reviewed. <br /> Mr. Dietz moved to award the proposal to Maier Stewart, <br /> for a not-to-exceed cost of $4, 600 . 00 . Mr. Zabee <br /> seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0 . <br /> 6 .4 Update on 1997 Budget <br /> Mr. Adams explained that the 1997 Budget will weigh <br /> heavily on the electric rate study report that we will <br /> receive from R.W.Beck. Staff has put together a ten year <br /> capital projected forecast, as a preliminary document . It <br /> reflects the direction of the growth of the City, and gives <br /> a good idea of future needs. <br /> Other Business <br /> The computer network file server has now used 1000 of its <br /> life expectancy. It is recommended that we must up-grade <br /> this system before serious problems occur. <br /> Mr. Zabee moved to proceed with the purchase and <br /> replacement of computer equipment from Laser Computer <br /> and Associates . Mr. Dietz seconded the motion. Motion <br /> carried 3-0 . <br /> The next scheduled meeting of the Elk River Utilities Commission <br /> will be Tuesday, November 12, 1996 at 4 : 00 P.M. <br />