Lanesboro Public Utilities
Council Chambers
December 18th @ 6:00pm
MEMBER(S) PRESENT: Evenson, Drake & Schuck
MEMBER ABSENT:
OTHER(S) PRESENT:

Public Utilities Meeting Called to Order:
Evenson called regular meeting to order.

Agenda:
Drake made the motion to approve the agenda, with the addition of the rate study, second Schuck motion carried.

Minutes:
Drake made motion to approve the minutes as read, second Schuck, motion carried.

PERSON’S WITH BUSINESS BEFORE THE COMMISSION:
A. Mark Brewster was scheduled to come before the Commission, however he was unable to make it back. Dennis Schuck was able to give details on what Mark’s question/concern was. Mark had a water leak and is asking the Commission to credit back on his bill if possible. The Commission used the standard procedure, by crediting the sewer for the dollar amount that was over the average. Schuck made a motion to credit $275.00 to Mark Brewster’s next bill for sewer charges, second Drake, motion carried.

HOUSEKEEPING:
A. Paying of the Bills: Vickerman explained the large payment to the City to clear up the old amount due to the City and the amount for 2007. For 2008, the plan is to pay the City monthly. Drake made motion to pay the bills as presented, second Schuck, motion carred.
B. Past Due Bills: The Commission went over the accounts, Vickerman explained that all delinquent accounts are receiving shut off notices and the “Cold Weather Rule” packets.
C. New Utility Bills: Vickerman asked the Commission if they have heard any comments on the new bills. The Commission members noted that there were compliments on the new bills. Vickerman noted they are working on making sure all bills fit to one page and putting a return label on the portion that tears off and is returned.
D. Account Cutoffs: Vickerman noted that the same procedure will be used and that she and the attorney were working on collecting on the cut off accounts.
E. Hydro Update: Vickerman noted that they ran into a small problem during the hydro update and that the Utilities staff is working with the crew to find out what any extra cost may be. Also, Vickerman noted that she received an e-mail from a DNR representative, who was e-mailing as a citizen with concerns about obtaining permits for the work being done. Vickerman stated that repairs and maintenance do not require permits, however, later in the upgrades a waterways permit would have to be obtained, but MMUA and the Department of Commerce are well aware of the requirements.
F. Energy Contract: Vickerman provided the “Confidential” Energy Contracts to the members. There were more questions as to what the contract entails. Vickerman noted that Wish detailed out the contract at the last meeting. Drake asked if Wagner could clarify some of the items. Vickerman noted that she and Wagner will present details at the next meeting to answer any questions the members may have.
G. CIP payments: Evenson made a motion to pay any outstanding CIP payments for 2007, second Schuck, motion carried.
H. Rate Study: Evenson asked where we were at with the rate study. Vickerman said that she or Jim Peterson will contact Tom Nigon from Power Plus to find out.
I. Meeting Times: It was discussed to change the meetings from 6:00pm to 5:30pm.

ADJOURN:
At 6:37pm, Evenson made motion to adjourn, second by Schuck, motion carried.

Submitted Respectfully,
Bobbie Vickerman, City Administrator/Clerk

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City of Lanesboro Steven L. Rahn, Mayor | Bobbie Vickerman, City Administrator 202 Parkway Avenue South - - Lanesboro, MN 55949 507-467-3722 | lanesboro@acegroup.cc