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Gem Lake News Page 2 of 6 It is projected that roughly speaking the cost of the project would be assessed at around $8,600 per acre for Part 1, and around $10,000 per acre for Part 2. For Part 1, all parcels in the business district would be subject to the first assessment. For Part 2, only those parcels that would directly benefit by being able to hook up to water as a result of the extension would be subject to the second assessment. There are currently about six businesses that would be affected by the second assessment at this time. If all goes as planned, it is thought that the bids would be accepted in the next few months, then an assessment hearing would be held, probably later in the year. Assessment amounts would take into account the percentage of the serviced area that each property owner has, and independent appraisals done by a third party as to how much the improvement would add to the value of that property. At the assessment hearing, affected properties in the business district would know the projected assessment for their property, and be able to vocalize their opinion on the cost versus benefit equation, as it pertains to their situation. If all is still a go, construction would start and would probably happen in the Spring of 2016. There are numerous steps involved in bringing additional municipal services to property owners, many of these steps are required by state law. Your input will be vital. Plans Ordered, Bids Requested for City Water Project (continued from page 1) Bow Hunting Permits Approved (Continued from page 1) that each hunter has obtained a Minnesota Bow Hunter Education Certificate. Gem Lake also requires hunters to spell out where deer stands will be located and the direction and distance of potential shots. At the meeting on September 15, the council asked property owners and hunters to identify things such as deer disposal procedures, times of hunting and other concerns. To obtain a permit, property owners must have at least five acres or must join with adjacent neighbors to reach five or more acres. Following this season’s two hunts, each of the property owners will provide a wrap up of the event, including suggestions for following years.