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City Council Minutes Page 3 <br /> November 18,2019 <br /> Commissioner Nadeau questioned why this would move to ERMU noting this is <br /> part of the building code and the city already has a plumbing inspector. He <br /> questioned if ERMU would have to hire a plumbing inspector. <br /> Mr. Portner stated the city completes the initial inspection when a permit is pulled. <br /> He stated the law now requires annual inspections which are usually handled by <br /> outside contractors. He stated ERMU is already overseeing the program. <br /> Mr.Adams explained the current process and confirmed a certified plumber is not <br /> needed. <br /> Attorney Beck stated the city would be codifying existing practices so if there are any <br /> issues they can show where authority lies. <br /> Mr. Portner further noted most cities own their water systems,but Elk River is <br /> different because ERMU owns it. <br /> It is consensus of both boards to move forward with an ordinance amendment. <br /> Mayor Dietz discussed how ERMU and the city work very well together compared <br /> to other communities. He outlined the tremendous spirit of cooperation between <br /> both groups. He discussed the benefits of a public utility and having local control of <br /> rate setting. He discussed how rates in Minnesota are higher than the national <br /> average but ERMU had a 5% decrease last year and no change this year. <br /> 4 Adjournment <br /> There being no further business,Mayor Dietz adjourned the joint meeting at 6:53 <br /> p.m. <br /> .` <br /> n J. rietz, . or <br /> yA, <br /> Tina Allard,City Clerk <br /> POMEIEI BY <br /> 'NATURE <br />