Water Works Board

July 10, 2018 The regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Department of Water Works was called to order at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, in the Main Office of the Department of Water Works, 532 Franklin Street. A quorum was present with the following Board members in attendance: Messrs. Behrendt, Gawronski, Gring and Mr. Tsaparikos. Mr. Jordan was absent. Also present was Superintendent Russell. Mr. Gawronski presided. Minutes of the June 26, 2018, regular meeting were approved as written. The list of six (6) purchase orders was presented and approved by the Board. The Board approved and signed Register of Claims Report 18-13. Upon a motion by Mr. Tsaparikos, seconded by Mr. Gring, the Bad Debt List dated July 6, 2018, in the amount of $1,730.97 is to be written off for bookkeeping purposes only. Superintendent Russell presented memo relating to employees that have completed their probation/training period. Two employees, India Fleming and Janet Johnson have completed their probation/training periods and The Board agreed with the recommended salary increases. There was no old business. Under new business, Superintendent Russell presented a letter from the Mayor relating to the Internal Control Policy. Mayor Meer is requiring the Water Department to implement the New World Program and Utility Module for Accounting. After an extensive discussion, the Board recommended reviewing the current internal control policy with Attorney McDonnell and City Attorney. Also under new business, Assist. Supt. Chris Johnsen will head the next Water Board meeting, held on July 24, 2018 at 7:00pm. Superintendent Russell will be in attendance at the Planning Commission meeting. There was no public comment. There being no further business to come before the Board, upon a motion by Mr. Tsaparikos seconded by Mr. Behrendt, the meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.