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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL <br />MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 25, 1997 <br />( #1 - Lake Minnetonka Communications Commission - Continued) • <br />Kelley asked how many new subscribers there were for 1997 over 1996 and what is the <br />growth rate for hook ups. Daniels said while not having the exact figures on hand, there <br />has been a steady growth. About 1000 new subscribers signed on last year bringing the <br />total to about 8000 current connections. Daniels informed Kelley that projections are <br />completed by Triax. Their marketing plan is to add about 100 new connections each <br />month. <br />Kelley asked if the Commission received funding through franchise fees and how it is <br />calculated. Daniels said a fee is received from the gross revenues of Triax. Kelley asked <br />if with increased subscribers the fee is reduced. Daniels said the extra subscriber fees <br />received are used to open new facilities and fund other growth options. Jabbour noted <br />that the use of the fees is for building equity and providing additional services. Daniels <br />cited technical standards which need maintaining and increased customer service. <br />Kelley was informed by Daniels that the viewing percentage of subscribers is difficult to <br />measure. Daniels did cite an example of receiving calls on viewing of the Chamber <br />meeting. <br />Kelley informed Daniels that he has asked questions in order to understand how the <br />Commission's services are funded. <br />Jabbour asked about the contingency amount in the budget. Daniels indicated reserves • <br />are available to be used in cases of significant unforeseen expenses. <br />Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the 1998 Lake Minnetonka <br />Communications Commission 1998 budget. Vote: Ayes 4, Nays 0. <br />(x #2) CONSENT AGENDA <br />Items #5, 8, and 10 were added to the Consent Agenda. <br />Goetten moved, Kelley seconded, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. Vote: <br />Ayes 4, Nays 0. <br />APPROVAL OF MINUTES <br />(*#3) REGULAR MEETING OF AUGUST 11,1997 <br />Goetten moved, Kelley seconded, to approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council <br />Meeting of August 11, 1997. Vote: Ayes 4, Nays 0. <br />L' <br />2 <br />