President Ron Felten called the meeting to order.

Moved by Thomas C. Baudler, seconded by Paul Johnson, to approve the agenda.  Approved unanimously.

Moved by Jeanne Sheehan, seconded by Thomas C. Baudler, to approve the regular meeting minutes of April 13, 2010.  Approved unanimously.

Moved by Thomas C. Baudler, seconded by Paul Johnson, to approve the vendor’s payable list, additional bills and expenses, and authorize warrants to be drawn for their payment.  Approved unanimously.

Kim Duncomb, Support Service Director, presented information on Health Care Savings Plan and addendum to UAW Local 867 agreement to establish a Health Care Savings Plan.

Moved by Thomas C. Baudler, seconded by Paul Johnson, to approve and grant authorization for the General Manager to sign the addendum to UAW Local 867 Labor Agreement to establish a Health Care Savings Plan.  Approved unanimously.

Alex Bumgardner, Power Production Director, asked if the Board had any questions after last months Burns & McDonnell presentation on future generation at the Northeast Power Plant. The Board discussed the future of burning coal and natural gas and after discussion authorized staff to obtain quotes for a “life assessment” of equipment at the Northeast Power plant. 

Jerry McCarthy, General Manager, updated the Board on the Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency Meeting.

Kim Duncomb, Support Services Director, updated the Board on safety.

Ron Felten welcomed guests attending the Board Meeting.  Jim Stiles thanked the Board for allowing the citizens to attend and speak at the meeting.  He stated he was glad to hear the direction the Board is reviewing for the plant.  Al Layman complimented the Board, Austin Utilities, and Jerry McCarthy on his future retirement.  He stated he lives near the NE power plant in the area that the city of Austin is annexing into the city and he felt because of Austin Utilities exceptional service, he was in favor of the annexation.

The next Regular Board meeting was established for June 8, 2010.

Moved by Paul Johnson, seconded by Thomas C. Baudler, to adjourn.

Approved unanimously. 4:38 p.m.