HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974-083 CCR Member Tony Kuefler introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 74 -83
RESOLUTION URGING CONTINUATION OF SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY
WHEREAS, Brooklyn Center has participated in the activities of the Suburban
Rate Authority since the inception of the Authority; and
WHEREAS, the Suburban Rate Authority has effectively regulated suburban
gas rates over the past twelve years; and
WHEREAS, the Suburban Rate Authority has the power to levy an annual fee
from Minneapolis Gas Company for the purpose of supporting Suburban Rate Authority
operating costs and activities; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Legislature during the 1974 session conferred
authority to regulate gas rates upon the Minnesota Public Service Commission:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center to urge the continuation of the Suburban Rate Authority for an
indefinite period during and after transition of regulatory authority to the Minnesota
Public Service Commission and to urge that the Suburban Rate Authority levy, as
needed, its annual charge upon the Minneapolis Gas Company for the purpose of
supporting operating costs during the transition period.
Mav 20, 1974 f
Date v Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Fignar, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in
favor thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Tony Kuefler, Bill Fignar and
Robert Jensen; and the following voted against the same: none, whereupon said
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.