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MINUTES
WATER BOARD
December 22,1998
1) The meeting was called to order by acting Chairman Krueger.
Members Present: Acting Chair Krueger, Wier
Also Present: Engineer Mann, Engineer Rolfs
2) Agenda Approved.
3) Motion to approve minutes of November 23, 1998, by Krueger. Included in motion were minutes of
the special meeting of December 7, 1998. Motion seconded by Wier. Motion carried.
4) a) Re: water reservoir - Electricians were working on power for the lower portion of reservoir and
the garage door opener. There are lock problems to be corrected. A letter has been prepared to the
contractor concerning possible damages due to non-completion by contract date.
b) Well #5 - Reported that drilling was at about 210 feet at time of meeting. Some possible changes
in casing were discussed with possible cost changes.
c) Pumphouse #5 - A draft copy of proposed pumphouse plan was presented. Also a preliminary
report on "Well #5 Pumping Facility" was presented to give the board a chance to read by the next
meeting.
d) U.S. West Antenna request is sill in negotiation stage concerning amount of rent.
e) A motion was made to proceed with installation of radio read meters on commercial account
meters by Krueger, Seconded by Wier. Motion carried.
5) There was a capital outlay request made. Water board wishes this to be treated and billed as a part of
administrative cost. No need for specific approval. This was for a part of the cost of an engineering
printer.
6) The third quarter building permit report was presented for information showing number of housing
starts during 1998.
7) The financial report was received and reviewed. No action.
8) A motion was made to approve bills in the amount of $11,483.35, by Krueger, seconded by Wier.
Motion carried.
9) Open forum - the question was brought up concerning use of storage in reservoir base by city and
whether rent should be charged. Staff was asked to review what market rates are on unheated space.
Motion to make review by Krueger, seconded by Wier, Meeting Adjourned. Motion carried.
Approved by
Marvin J. Wier, Secretary