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��i Elk River Municipal Utilities UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING TO: FROM: ERMU Commission Sara Youngs —Administrations Director MEETING DATE: AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: November 12, 2024 5.03 SUBJECT: 2025 Utilities Fee Schedule ACTION REQUESTED: Approve the 2025 Utilities Fee Schedule for Adoption into Ordinance by the City Council BACKGROUND: Typically, the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission approves the budget in December. In January, the rates and fees are published. Per legal counsel, ERMU's ability to collect on fees would be strengthened by having them listed as part of the City's Master Fee Schedule and adopted into city ordinance after being approved by the Commission. DISCUSSION: Annually ERMU staff reviews the proposed fees for the upcoming year. Proposed changes are outlined below and in red font on the attached fee schedule. ELECTRIC FEES After evaluation of our schedule of rates/aid to construction methodology, staff reviewed our current 2024 fee schedule to determine any necessary adjustments. Based on the review, staff is recommending the following changes: Street Light — 30' Decorative Pole with 6' Arm and Cobra Fixture — A proposed increase from $2,700 to $3,400. The amount reflects labor and material cost increases, mostly pole costs. Street Light — 23' Decorative Pole with Cobra Fixture — A proposed increase from $1,800 to $2,400. The amount reflects labor and material cost increases, mostly pole costs. Street Light — 14'Decorative Pole with Cobra Fixture — A proposed increase from $4,100 to $5,500. The amount reflects labor and material cost increases, mostly pole costs. Street Light — 14'Decorative Pole with Acorn Fixture - A proposed increase from $5,300 to $7,500. The amount reflects labor and material cost increases, mostly pole costs. Meter Installation Fee (per individually metered apartment unit) —A proposed increase from $22 to $25. The amount reflects meter cost increases. Page 1 of 2 107