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ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES REGULAR MEETING OF THE UTILITIES COMMISSION July 8, 2003 Members Present: John Dietz, President; Jerry Takle, Trustee Members Absent: James Tralle, Vice Chair Staff Present: Bryan Adams, General Manager; Glenn Sundeen, Line Superintendent; David Berg, Water Superintendent; Patricia Hemza, Office Manager 1. Call meeting to order July 8, 2003 President John Dietz called the July 8, 2003 meeting to order. 2. Consider Utilities Agenda Jerry Takle moved to approve the Agenda for July 8, 2003. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-0. 3. Consider Consent Agenda Jerry Takle moved to approve the Consent Agenda as follows: June Check Register June 10, 2003 Minutes Financials John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-0. 5.1 Staff Up-dates Glenn Sundeen reported that four major projects have been completed, 35 new services have been connected, and that crews have begun four new projects. Commission and Staff discussed work in progress, as well as future jobs. Dave Berg reported to the Commission that the new water tower is now in service, the meter replacement program, and new products for the Security Department. Pat Hemza advised the Commission that Resource Training and Development, has dollars available for employers to establish wellness programs for their employees. The planning amount to be reimbursed by Resource is $100.00, with $540.00 available to fund the programs. The programs were viewed by Commission as advantageous for both Utility, and employees. Jerry Takle moved to take advantage of the wellness funds from Resource Training and Development for employee programs. John Dietz seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-0. Commission was updated on the status of an employee seeking Workers Comp relief, and another employee who is currently on FMLA, for an unknown amount of time.