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MINUTES
WATER BOARD
REGULAR.
OCTOBER 25, 1993
1. The meeting was called to order.
Members Present: Shirley, Sauber, Wier.
Members Absent: None.
2. MOTION by Shirley, second by Wier to approve the agenda. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
3. MOTION by Shirley, second by Wier to approve the minutes of the September 27th
meeting. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
4. There was a discussion of the distribution of meters, fees and requests being
made concerning the same. A number of persons who picked up meters after the beginning
of October had picked meters and had either not paid for them or paid too much.
Some were due refunds. Requests were made by:
a. Audrey Baumgarten - her request was approved.
b. Ruth Kuchera - her request was denied. She will be billed at the approved
amount of $75/quarter plus $10.50 fee unless the meter is installed.
She may not use the hydrant unless it is metered.
c. Jim Steiner - Request denied. Reason given did not seem acceptable. He should
have been notified prior to October 1st.
d. Leslie Flanagan - She is to work out a program under the hardship policy with
Finance Director Henneke.
e. Lucille Hennessey (on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Ernesto Reyes) The request was
approved with the comment that at least one of the neighbors
who helped install the meter was a licensed plumber.
f. Ms. Holiday - Request denied. The previous owner is responsible. The property
title should not be available without a meter in the home.
MOTION by Wier, second by Sauber to approve the above items as listed. APIF, MOTION
CARRIED. It was noted that added inspections at overtime rates were to be done.
5. There were a number of questions raised about the handling of Water Board funds.
Each statement received has a statement showing cash and investment balance. It
is questioned as to whether monies owned by the Water Board are invested and, if
so, where they are invested and why there is no interest income shown in reports.
There is concern that the Water Board fund may be co-mingled with other City funds
in City bank accounts. There was also concern regarding where water area charges
are deposited. The Board is aware that some are in CDs at First National Bank,
but are uncertain as to the location of the rest. There was also a question as
to notification of the Board that funds had been received, since no reports are
given delineating handling of the funds.
6. MOTION by Wier, second by Shirley to set aside $8.50 of each metering fee to
be placed in a savings account. This amount is to be paid into the savings account
thirty days after the first day of each quarter and may be deposited directly or
by check issued to the treasurer. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
7. There was further discussion concerning using forms to show where Water Board
money comes from and exactly where it is spent and why. There are no such records
now in existence to the knowledge of the Board. Member Wier was appointed to discuss
this with the proper persons.
Water Board Minutes - 10/25/93 - Page 2
8. The City Center project was briefly discussed, but since no City employees were
present, no action was taken. The question came up concerning engineering fees
being paid to the City. If the Engineering staff is on salary, why are these charge~
made? At least, why are these made where City money is paying for the project.
9. Bills and the financial report were presented. Mr. Sauber was directed to take
care of the CDs. MOTION by Wier, second by Shirley to approve the payment of the
bills, but delay the payment to Hydro Supply for a 3" meter and to Budget Mart for
gasoline. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
10. There being no further business, the Board member agreed to adjourn.
Submit ted by,
Marvin Wier
Secretary