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JUL 14-1987, Boor �E what action they want from this Board. Are they asking for an extension of their old franchise or not? Attorney Sundstrom stated they have never requested it. They are here because they were asked to be here and address this Board, and they are grateful for the opportunity to do so. Commissioner Eggert wished to know what is "left alone" - does it mean continued non-compliance with the current franchise, and they are out there with nothing? Attorney Sundstrom reiterated that he was not sure they need a franchise and did not believe they have one. He felt all parties agree that none exists today. Commissioner Bird asked Director Pinto if they were to comply with the old franchise, is that something we could live with and allow them to continue to operate. Director Pinto believed staff has made a recommendation based on what they feel the needs of the county are to protect the interests of the people they are serving. He did not quite understand Attorney Sundstrom saying they want to be unregulated or they don't need a franchise. Mr. Pinto believed they have to be regulated under the Special Act for this county to regulate franchises. Commissioner Wheeler believed what he is.hearing is that Bent Pine actually needs a franchise and they are going to go to court to determine if they need one or not. He is trying to understand, but he could not foresee any settlement if they do not want a franchise and we are not willing to have a utility without a franchise. Attorney Sundstrom explained that they are in doubt, and if this Board would meet with his client in a non -emotion charged atmosphere and work out how they can live together, they are willing to do that, but not if staff's position is that "we are going to get this system for nothing." Attorney Vitunac emphasized that we are here today to extend the franchise under the same conditions.they have had for seven Y 60