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Gem Lake News Page 2 of 6 thorough collection of clothing and other procedures to ensure the lead is not tracked out of the facility. In addition to the order by the court, the MPCA issued an administrative order on November 5th in reaction to findings that WG did not have the correct permits and has been violating state laws and hazardous waste regulations for many years. WG has taken the corrective actions required by the MPCA, with the remaining next steps being only administrative. In past articles, I've mentioned contamination of lead, TCE & DCE on the site and under the slab of the facility. The MPCA had issued an administrative order for this contamination on August 22nd. The ordered cleanup, implementation of vapor intrusion monitoring, and improved process and procedures related to contamination and its prevention have been resolved in the eyes of the MPCA. Stormwater testing has revealed no findings of contamination. The permit required for stormwater- related activities has been corrected to requir e Water Gremlin Update (continued from page 1) more frequent testing. The Metropolitan Council conducted two separate tests of the sewer system, with no contamination found. Now that this testing has been completed, the MC has indicated that there will be future unannounced tests of the sewer system around W ater Gremlin. 2019 Accomplishments (continued from page 1) In fact, the project is expected to produce increased tax revenues in years ahead, due to the switch from residential to commercial property for the small amount of property involved. The project will also mean that an additional fire hydrant is installed in Gem Lake’s business district. Landmark Development Company has sold 22 of 30 properties available in Gem Lake Villas and the development is fast becoming a real home to over 20 new families. Gem Lake also approved the expansion of Polar Tool, which is located in the Gem Lake business district, also known as “Hoffman’s Corner.” The White Bear Meadery opened this year in the business district, after the council worked hard to expand language in the ordinances to allow for new types of businesses. The meadery manufactures and serves a mulled wine drink that is made from fermented honey. The facility is the first of its kind in the area and the owner has been proactive in coming up with new varieties of meads. Also, the city council negotiated new snow plowing and lawn care arrangements for the city at significant savings to taxpayers.