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MINUTES
WATER BOARD
REGULAR
SEPTEMBER 23, 1985
1. The meeting was called to order by President Shirley at 7:30 P.M.
in City Hall.
Present: Shirley, Bohm, Juenemann.
Absent: None.
Also Present: City Administrator Thompson
2. Plans to draw down the water tank this fall were discussed. The
City Engineer will inspect the tank interior in preparation for drawing
new specifications for refurbishment of the tank next year.
3. The Board was advised that landscaping of the Well No. 4 plot will
begin next month. The grading will be done by City personnel. Paving
will be accomplished next year after allowing the terrain to settle
during the winter.
4. Administrator Thompson advised the Board that integration of the
Water Funds into the City's computerized accounting system should take
place next month.
5. Motion by Shirley, second by Juenemann to pay all bills that were
presented to the Board totalling $4,567.02. APIF, motion carried.
6. The Board reviewed cost estimates of $9,553.00 for hydrant work
at the new fire hall as previously reported during the May, 1985
meeting. Administrator Thompson advised the Board that any monies
furnished by the Water Board would have to be donated to the City, and
that the City is not legally bound to apply the money towards the
fire hall. Further, the City, if it chooses, can apply the money to
any purpose, such as tax relief. Motion by Bohm, second by Shirley
to donate $9,553.00 to the City for the intended purpose of paying for
hydrant installation expenses at the new fire hall. Voting for: Bohm,
Shirley. Voting against: Juenemann. Motion carried.
7. Administrator Thompson advised that no further progress has been
made in exploring the feasibility of connecting the Farmington water
system with Lakeville's.
8. A general discussion was held on the subject of water meters.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert G. Juenemann
Secretary
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