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Chair Dietz asked about the amount recognized for water tower attachments. Ms. <br /> Karpinski stated that the entire amount is recognized as a receivable, which explains the <br /> high balance in the water department. <br /> Mr. Hanson added that option extensions must also be recognized, as they are treated as <br /> automatic renewals. <br /> Chair Dietz then asked about the significant increase in electric sales in Elk River compared <br /> to the previous year. Ms. Youngs explained that higher usage in 2025, likely due to <br /> weather differences, resulted in increased revenue. <br /> Moved by Commissioner Westgaard and seconded by Commissioner Stewart to receive <br /> the Financial Report. Motion carried 5-0. <br /> 5.2 2025 Consumer Confidence Report <br /> Mr. Ninow presented to the commission the 2025 Consumer Confidence Report, also <br /> known as the Water Quality Report (WQR), based on samples taken in 2024. <br /> Chair Dietz asked if there was much variation in the report from year to year. Mr. Ninow <br /> explained that while there is opportunity to include additional water-related content,the <br /> majority follows the Minnesota Department of Health's required framework. <br /> Chair Dietz inquired if the report generates questions from consumers. Both Ms. Foss and <br /> Ms. Youngs shared examples, noting that when water quality is in the news, customers <br /> often reach out for reassurance, which the WQR effectively provides. <br /> Commissioner Westgaard requested clarification of the test results, specifically related to <br /> the Amount Detected and Range columns of the data table.There was discussion. <br /> Moved by Commissioner Zerwas and seconded by Commissioner Westgaard to receive <br /> the 2025 Consumer Confidence Report. Motion carried 5-0. <br /> 5.3 Water Tower Attachment Agreement—AT&T <br /> Mr. Hanson presented the AT&T Water Tower Attachment Agreement memo to the <br /> commission seeking approval to proceed with the lease agreement. <br /> Chair Dietz inquired about the number of existing water tower lease agreements with <br /> cellular companies. Mr. Hanson noted that ERMU currently has similar agreements with <br /> two other carriers, so AT&T would be a third. <br /> Commissioner Larson-Vito asked if the proposed rate is comparable to ERMU's water <br /> tower agreements with other carriers and those of carriers in other cities. Mr. Hanson <br /> Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes <br /> June 3, 2025 <br /> Page 4 <br />