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Gem Lake Trail Policy <br /> <br />Purpose <br /> <br />The purpose of the Gem Lake Trail policy is to establish consistent guidelines for the use and <br />maintenance of the public trail. The guidelines were established by City Staff and White Bear <br />Township Public Works recommendations. The policy and procedures related to such use and <br />maintenance are contained in the following statement. <br /> <br />The City of Gem Lake intends to create an inviting environment for all Gem Lake residents and <br />non-residents that come to use the public trail. The city has a responsibility to maintain the trail <br />as it sees fit to encourage use and maintain public health and safety. <br /> <br />Use of the Trail <br /> <br />Gem Lake residents and visitors are encouraged to take advantage of the Gem Lake Trail. When <br />enjoying the trail, please keep the following rules in mind: <br /> <br /> Give Pedestrians the Right-of-Way <br />Those operating bicycles, skateboards, scooters or rollerblades should take caution and <br />alert walkers or joggers as they approach. Faster trail users should pass on the left side. <br /> <br />Manage Your Speed <br />Trail users (bikes, roller blades, push scooters) must travel at a safe speed based on the <br />trail environment and presence of other users on the trail while under complete control <br />with the ability to safely stop or slow down when needed. <br /> <br />Do Not Use Motorized Vehicles <br />Motorized vehicles - including golf carts, all-terrain vehicles (ATV’s), segways and <br />motorized scooters—are not allowed on city trails. Exceptions are motorized wheelchairs <br />and electric-assist or pedal-assist bicycles (per Minnesota State Statute). <br /> <br />Keep Pets on a Leash <br />Gem Lake City Ordinance requires all pets to be leashed whenever off the private <br />property of their owner. In addition, owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pet <br /> <br />In addition, please consider these trail etiquette guidelines: <br /> <br /> In general, keep to the right of the trail and be prepared to yield to other trail users. <br /> <br />If you are wearing headphones, keep the volume low enough that you can hear your <br />surroundings and other trail users announcing they are passing. <br /> <br />Walkers and joggers should stay to the right of the trail and limit space taken up by larger <br />groups to allow others to pass. <br />