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explained that rates vary widely between cities due to differing calculation methods. <br /> However, he emphasized that ERMU prioritizes consistency, ensuring its agreements are <br /> comparable between carriers on its own towers. <br /> Commissioner Stewart asked if ERMU has received any public concerns about cell tower <br /> attachments. Mr. Hanson confirmed that ERMU has not received any questions or <br /> concerns. <br /> Moved by Commissioner Stewart and seconded by Commissioner Westgaard to approve <br /> the AT&T Water Tower Attachment Agreement. Motion carried 5-0. <br /> 6.0 BUSINESS DISCUSSION <br /> 6.1 Staff Updates <br /> Ms. Karpinski reminded commissioners of the upcoming Minnesota Municipal Utilities <br /> Summer Conference,scheduled for August 18-20 in Rochester, MN.She requested <br /> commissioners confirm their attendance to allow staff to proceed with registration. <br /> Mr. Hanson added that he will send an email with conference details,allowing commissioners <br /> to respond directly. <br /> On behalf of Mr. Mauren, Ms.Youngs invited the commissioners to the All-Staff BBQ and <br /> retirement celebration for Scott Thoreson on July 15,from 11:30 a.m.to 1:00 p.m., at the Field <br /> Services Building. Commissioners were encouraged to confirm their attendance with Ms. <br /> Youngs. <br /> 6.2 City Council Update <br /> Chair Dietz provided a City Council update. <br /> 6.3 Future Planning <br /> Chair Dietz announced the following: <br /> a. American Public Power Association National Conference—June 8-11 <br /> b. Regular Commission Meeting—July 8, 2025 <br /> c. 2025 Governance Agenda <br /> 6.5 Other Business <br /> Mr. Hanson and Chair Dietz will attend the City of Buffalo's City Council meeting on July <br /> 21 at 5:00 p.m.to discuss the advantages of a utility commission structure. <br /> Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes <br /> June 3,2025 <br /> Page 5 <br />