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MINUTES
WATER BOARD
REGULAR
FEBRUARY 24, 1997
1. The meeting was called to order by Member Wier.
Members Present: Krueger, Wier.
Members Absent: Shirley.
Also Present: Finance Director Roland, Interim Engineer Mann, Street/Utility
Superintendent Bauer.
2. MOTION by Wier, second by Krueger to approve the minutes of January 27, 1997,
with corrections. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
3. The March 8th Joint Council/Commission/Chamber Workshop was discussed. Members
Krueger and Wier will attend and Mr. Wier will make the presentation for the Water
Board.
4. The soil borings taken at the site of the new water reservoir were discussed
with the Interim Engineer. Mr. Mann stated that soil compaction on the site could
be a problem, but excavation and soil replacement could correct the problem. After
discussion of the situation and assurance that the property was to be transferred on
the next day, a MOTION by Wier, second by Krueger to direct the Interim Engineer to
begin preparation of plans and specifications for the new water reservoir. APIF,
MOTION CARRIED.
5. Discussion took place regarding Empire Township's proposal to construct a water
tower. In conjunction with this discussion, the ramifications of an interconnection
of Farmington and Empire water systems was reviewed. It was noted that a problem
with adequate water pressure between the two systems was possible. No action was
taken at this time.
6. The financial report was received and discussed.
7. MOTION by Wier, second by Krueger to approve payment of bills in the amount
$3,794.77. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
8. Street/Utility Superintendent Bauer presented a sample of fiberglass rod used
for marking hydrants. The rod, which costs $14.50 each, had been installed
approximately one and a half years ago and showed little sign of deterioration.
MOTION by Wier, second by Krueger to purchase and install a sampling of 20 rods to
be placed at locations chosen by Mr. Bauer for testing. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
9. The Board briefly reviewed policies which it followed. Member Wier presented
additional policies which were not listed but were in use by the Board. No action
was needed.
10. There being no further business, the Board agreed to adjourn.
Submitted by,
Marvin Wier
Secretary