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Page 2 Regular meeting of the Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission January 14, 2003 George Zabee said that since the Tower sits in the middle of the old town of Elk River, there may be some significance for saving it. James Tralle questioned if the Tower would last another sixty years, with repairs. Bryan Adams ans~~~ered that concrete around the anchor bolts was cracking, but if repairs are accomplished, and regular maintenance perfornled, it should last for many years. John Alfords asked if cell phone companies would really be willing to put antennas on such an old structure. He further asked why the site is not fenced to prevent trespassing, or vandalism. Commission said that would be an item to further discuss. James Tralle thinks that the Tower should be repaired, and gamble that it would eventually be used for a cell phone tower site when the economy improves. Bryan advised that quotes would need to be obtained for repairs. James Tralle moved to keep and to perform necessary repairs to the Jackson Street `Vater To~~-er. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-0, George Zabee abstained. Items 6.3, and 6.4 will be discussed before 5.2, to accommodate Tem~ iVlaurer's presence at the meeting. G.~ Feasibility Study -Boston and Concord St. Utilih- and Street Im ~rovements The pertinent sections of the feasibility study for Boston Street and Concord Street Utility and Street Improvements prepared by Terry Maurer of Howard Green Company were reviewed. Terry Maurer, and Bryan Adams responded to questions from the Commission, saving that ultimately they believe the subject viii be dropped for lack of interest by citizens. James Tralle moved to recei~ e and file the Feasibility Study -Boston and Concord St. Utility and Street Improvements. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. 6.6 Feasibilih~ Study - 2003 Paycnrent Rehabilitation Improvements The Feasibility Study-2003 Pavement Rehabilitation Improvements was discussed. The question of offtrin~~ to re-place curb stops on ,Morton was the center of the discussion. It is believed that doing so while the street is under construction ~~~ould be advantageous to citizens, as well as the Utilities, and City. It is not known at this time ho~a~ many customers this would impact, but it could be as few as two. Terry Maurer explained the Feasibility Study expenditures. ~.2 IZeyic~y ~ Consider 2003 ~b'ire Staff presented a bid tabulation for 2003 electric wire needs. The difference between EPR versus XLP wire was discussed. Glenn Sundeen responded to questions noting that the EPR has superior workability, and longevity. George Zabee moves to accept low bids, with the exception of approval of the recommended EPR wire from Resco, at a slightly higher amount than the lower cost XLP. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.