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The discussion included alternative options, such as demolition. Mr. Hanson noted that demolition <br />and conversion to a parking lot would cost approximately $600,000—$700,000. <br />The Commission approved spending $15,000 on plans to explore the combined child/adult use <br />design. They emphasized their desire to minimize expenses while preserving the building's <br />historical value. <br />5.2 Financial Report —January 2025 <br />Ms. Karpinski presented the January 2025 financials, highlighting increased electric and water <br />sales compared to the previous year, with expenses for both remaining under budget. <br />Moved by Commissioner Westgaard and seconded by Commissioner Bell to receive the <br />January 2025 Financial Report. Motion carried 5-0. <br />5.2 Advanced Metering Infrastructure Update <br />Mr. Teitz reviewed his AMI Update memo, noting that 88% of residential water meter <br />exchanges are complete. He stated that the installation contractor plans to exit the residential <br />water meter portion of the project. <br />Chair Dietz asked if the remaining 500 residential water meters would become ERMU staff's <br />responsibility, and Mr. Teitz confirmed this. <br />Ms. Youngs explained that residential water meter customers have received multiple notices <br />informing them of an April 1 deadline to schedule their replacement appointment to avoid <br />monthly service fees starting at $50 per month for the first meter and $10 per month for each <br />additional meter. <br />There was discussion on how to handle non -responsive customers including potential shut-off <br />measures. <br />Mr. Hanson explained that the existing meters will eventually become obsolete and must <br />be replaced. Customers can request manual meter reading for the new meters, but this <br />requires additional customer -purchased equipment installed at the residence. <br />Mr. Ninow clarified that this equipment allows readings by physically touching a device to <br />it, rather than using a radio signal. <br />Chair Dietz asked if this means a technician must physically approach the meter to take a <br />reading. Ms. Youngs confirmed, adding that the equipment is outside the home, so <br />technicians won't need to enter the residence. <br />Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes <br />March 11, 2025 <br />Page 4 <br />