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5.2 Advanced Metering Infrastructure Update <br />Mr. Tietz provided a thorough review of his AMI update. <br />Chair Dietz asked for clarification regarding which budget was impacted by the $16,000 <br />approved for the commercial curb stop repair discussed at the December meeting. <br />Mr. Hanson explained that the expense was charged to the overall AMI project budget, <br />not the commission approved funds allocated for residential repairs within the project. <br />Mr. Tietz stated that he received information just prior to the commission meeting that <br />the first shipment of polyphase meters will arrive in March. <br />Chair Dietz inquired about the overtime installation option related to the AMI project <br />citing a recent conversation he had with a local business owner. <br />Mr. Hanson clarified that the overtime installation option is available for commercial <br />customers who specifically request it, with those customers responsible for the overtime <br />costs. It is not an option that is offered by the utility or its approved contractor. <br />Commissioner Westgaard asked if it was normal for a multi -use building to have only one <br />meter. Mr. Ninow confirmed that it is per ERMU policy. <br />6.0 BUSINESS DISCUSSION <br />6.1 Staff Updates <br />Mr. Hanson previewed infrastructure ownership comparison data that he will present in full at <br />the February commission meeting. Of the 50 cities reviewed, 21 are similar to ERMU, while 29 <br />differ in that the city owns infrastructure up to the curb stop. <br />Mr. Mauren confirmed that commission meetings start at 3:30 p.m. He clarified that the 3:00 <br />p.m. meeting invite start time includes a 30-minute buffer for conference room setup. He <br />stated that he would update future invites to avoid confusion. <br />Mr. Mauren also asked if the Commission finds value in the mid -month update and <br />commission meeting recap. The Commission confirmed both are appreciated and requested <br />they continue. <br />Mr. Geiser reported on two recent incidents in which a car hit a utility pole causing power <br />outages. He commended staff for restoring service quickly and safely. <br />Mr. Tietz noted that the first 10 of 30 reclosers affected by the manufacturer safety alert have <br />been returned. <br />Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes <br />January 14, 2025 <br />Page 4 <br />M <br />