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Page 2 <br /> Regular meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission <br /> October 14,2008 <br /> John Dietz moved to approve the Consent Agenda as follows: <br /> September Check Register <br /> September 9,2008,Minutes <br /> Financial Reports <br /> Jerry Gumphrey seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. <br /> Sam Diehl,attorney for Gray Plant Mooty was recognized at this time. <br /> Sam Diehl discussed the need for additional work related to Gray Plant Mooty's workplace <br /> investigation. He suggested that a review of the Utility's personnel policy handbook and the <br /> job posting and other policies already requested by the Commission,as well as <br /> recommendations related to the Human Resources function and communication issues at the <br /> Utility may be necessary and are beyond the scope of the investigation's original tasks. Jerry <br /> Gumphrey asked if there would be additional fees. Sam responded there would be additional <br /> fees to complete this investigation and documentation. <br /> John Dietz moved to approved Gray Plant Mooty extend the scope of the responsibilities at a <br /> cost not to exceed$10,000. Jerry Gumphrey seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. <br /> Lineman Art Gatchell was recognized at this time. <br /> Art Gatchell voiced his concerns regarding the current ongoing investigation. The entire <br /> organization is dealing with a lot of changes which make it hard to focus on the job at hand <br /> and concerns about safety issues as this type of work can be hazardous. As for the status, <br /> changes have been made but no explanation has been given to employees as to why. <br /> Discussion followed regarding the workplace environment and safety. Attorney Sam Diehl <br /> requested information discussed during the interviewing process should be kept confidential. <br /> Further discussion followed. <br /> At this time Attorney Sam Diehl requested a brief recess. Jerry Takle approved a 5 minute <br /> recess. When the meeting reconvened John Dietz read a statement. <br /> John Dietz reported,at the September 30,2008 closed meeting,disciplinary action was taken <br /> against Glenn Sundeen. At the October 14,2008 closed meeting,Bryan Adams was placed <br /> on paid administrative leave as of Tuesday,October 14,2008 at 5:00 p.m. <br /> Lori Johnson stated there is a privacy issue and it is important for all to follow the data privacy <br /> practice laws. <br /> John Dietz commented that if there are questions or issues,staff could call the commissioners <br /> individually. <br /> Art Gatchell said that would be appreciated. <br />