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more with all staff. Mr. Hanson concluded by stating ERMU benefits from having such a well- <br /> functioning,cohesive commission that values the high degree of mutual respect they share <br /> with staff. <br /> Chair Dietz remarked that the current evaluation process, revised in 2024,has become much <br /> more meaningful with the addition of manager feedback. <br /> 4.3 Employee Handbook Annual Updates <br /> Ms.Zachman presented the updated Employee Handbook, noting there were 13 minor <br /> changes primarily related to employment law,wage and benefits, and operational updates. <br /> Chair Dietz asked how staff are informed of these changes. <br /> Ms.Zachman explained that all staff will receive an electronic copy and are required to submit <br /> an electronic acknowledgement. Updated paper copies will also be available. Ms.Zachman <br /> also noted that she will attend morning meetings at both the field services building and the <br /> main office to review the changes with staff. <br /> Chair Dietz expressed his appreciation for the annual employee handbook review process. <br /> Moved by Commissioner Stewart and seconded by Commissioner Zerwas to approve <br /> the revised Employee Handbook. Motion carried 5-0. <br /> 4.3 Dispute Resolution Committee Appointment <br /> Ms.Youngs presented the Dispute Resolution Committee Appointment memo on behalf of <br /> Mr. Mauren,who was not in attendance.She explained that with Mr. Bell's departure,the <br /> commission would need to appoint by motion a replacement for him on the committee. <br /> Moved by Commissioner Westgaard and seconded by Commissioner Stewart to appoint <br /> Jill Larson-Vito to the Dispute Resolution Committee. Motion carried 5-0. <br /> 5.0 BUSINESS ACTION <br /> 5.1 Financial Report—April 2025 <br /> A presentation of the April 2025 financials was provided by Ms. Karpinski. She noted the <br /> graphs only include data through April due to the commission meeting being moved up to <br /> the first week in June. <br /> Commissioner Zerwas asked for clarification about franchise fee payments. Ms. Karpinski <br /> explained that the utility does not pay the franchise fee until it receives payment. <br /> Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes <br /> June 3,2025 <br /> Page 3 <br />