(A) There is hereby established the Public Utilities Commission of the city, as authorized by M.S. §§ 412.321 to 412.391, as amended from time to time.
(B) The Commission shall consist of three members appointed by the City Council. No more than one member may be chosen from the City Council membership.
(C) The members shall serve a three-year overlapping term, commencing in January of their appointed year.
(D) The provisions of M.S. § 412.341, as it may be amended from time to time, shall apply to the composition, terms, appointment qualifications and removal of members of the Commission.
(E) The Public Utilities Commission shall have jurisdiction over the light and power system and shall have the powers and duties prescribed by law.
(F) The Commission shall annually choose a President from among its own members. The Commission shall also appoint a Secretary for an indefinite term. The Secretary need not be a member of the Commission, and may be the Clerk/Administrator/Treasurer.
(G) Each Commission member shall receive $40 for each regular and special Commission meeting attended.
(H) In addition, each Commission member shall receive $40 per diem for attending approved seminars, workshops or training, or authorized official business.
(I) The Commission members shall be paid once a year for meetings attended. Payment shall be made after the regular December City Council meeting each year.
(Ord. 107, passed 10-4-65; Am. Ord. 192, passed 12-5-05)