HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-11-10 BOWC MINStillwater, Minnesota, November 10, 2011
Regular Meeting:
The regular meeting of the Board of Water Commissioners was held on Thursday
November 10, 2011 at 8:30 A.M.
All Commissioners were present, with President Speedling presiding. President
Speedling introduced new Commissioner George Vania. Commissioner Vania replaces
President O'Brien also present was Tom Corman and Council Member Menikheim.
On motion of Commissioner Nyberg, duly seconded by President Speedling, all voting
"Aye" the Agenda was accepted as presented.
On motion of Commissioner Nyberg, duly seconded by President Speedling, all voting
"Aye, the minutes of the October 13, 2011 regular meeting were read and approved as
written.
On motion of Commissioner Nyberg, duly seconded by President Speedling, all voting
"Aye ", Resolution No. 1432 was approved for payment.
Tom Corman reported to the Board all the leaks found on the 2011 leak survey have
been repaired, hydrant repairs are completed that were found during the fall flushing and
they are starting on building maintenance at Sunrise Wellhouse. Discussion was held
about 803 Pine Tree Trail and Tom has been reading the meter and Karen has gone 1,000
gallons since September 9, 2011 and he last read the meter on November 7th 2011. We
will continue to read the meter thru the end of the quarter.
An election of officers was held for the Board of Water Commissioners to fill the
position of President and after much discussion; Commissioner Nyberg nominated
President Steve Speedling for President, therefore, on motion of Commissioner Nyberg,
duly seconded by Commissioner Vania, all voting "Aye" Steve Speedling is now
President of the Board of Water Commissioners.
The Officers and Appointments of the Board of Water Commissioners stand as follows:
President Steve Speedling Appointment Expires June 30, 2014
Vice President Adam Nyberg
Appointment Expires June 30, 2013
Member George Vania Appointment Expires June 30, 2012
On motion of Commissioner Nyberg, duly seconded by President Speedling, all voting
"Aye, the following depositories for the Board of Water Commissioners for 2012 are as
follows:
Central Bank
Eagle Valley Bank
US Bank
Lake Elmo Bank
First State Bank of Bayport
Manager Benson had been instructed by the Board about the possibility of purchasing
fuel from the City of Stillwater, After discussion with Shawn Saunders, City of
Stillwater's Public Works Director Manager Benson explained the Water Department
could save 5% to 10% on the fuel which would be about $1,100.00 per year, therefore
after discussion, on motion of Commissioner Nyberg, duly seconded by Commissioner
Vania, all voting "Aye" the Water Department will purchase gas through the City of
Stillwater. Manager Benson will work out the details with the City Staff.
Manager Benson explained to the Board that after a "Simulated" OSHA inspection with
SafeAssure Consultants, Inc, minor repairs have been made by staff. Items that are
outstanding include four garage door openers that need to be replaced and a pump guard
needs to be replaced at the office. After discussion on motion of Commissioner Nyberg,
duly seconded by President Speedling, all voting "Aye" Manager Benson was instructed
to have the repairs made as needed to make us OSHA compliant.
Manager Benson informed the Board that the meeting with City Council will be held on
Tuesday December 6th at 4:30 P.M. at the City Hall Council Chambers. Commissioner
Vania provided an Agenda for the meeting and after discussion, on motion of
Commissioner Nyberg, duly seconded by President Speedling, all voting "Aye ",
Commissioners Nyberg and Vania along with Manager Benson will be attending the
meeting with City Council. Manager Benson will forward a copy of the Agenda to City
Clerk, Diane Ward.
The following items were discussed, with no action taken:
1. Accounts receivable balance as of October 31, 2011 was $280,982.69 with the
actual amount of $321,726.95; which is $44,000.00 higher than last years.
2. The December 8, 2011 Board Meeting will be changed to December 15, 2011.
3. Commissioner Vania and Council Member Menikheim received a copy of the
Rate Study and after discussion; this will be brought up at the December 15, 2011
meeting.
4. Commissioner Vania gave an update on our Asset Management Study.
5. 105 Delinquent Notices were mailed out for a total of $16,094.16.
6. Manager Benson included a copy of the 2012 budget for their review.
There being no further business, on motion of Commissioner Nyberg, duly seconded by
President Speedling, all voting "Aye ", the meeting was adjourned.
Attest: Secretary