The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 412.341, subdivision 1, to increase the allowable number of members on statutory city public utility commissions to three, five, or seven, as appointed by the city council. It specifies that no more than one member may be chosen from the council itself. The bill introduces a new provision for the terms of members appointed to the initial commission, detailing staggered terms based on the total number of members: one year for certain members, two years for others, and three years for the remaining members, depending on whether the commission consists of three, five, or seven members.

Additionally, the bill allows for the number of commission members to be adjusted by ordinance while ensuring that staggered terms are maintained. If the number of members is reduced, the bill mandates that all incumbent members must be allowed to complete their full terms. The changes outlined in the bill will take effect the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 412.341