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City Council Meeting – December 19, 2023
Call to Order of City Council Meeting
By Mayor Artig-Swomley at 7:_____ p.m.
Call of Roll
Artig-Swomley Cacioppo Hynes-Amlee Johnson Lindner
Approve Agenda and Minutes
• Accept the Agenda for the December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting
• Approve the Minutes from November 21, 2023 City Council Meeting
Special Presentations/Public Hearings
• MS4 Presentation / Public Hearing
• Truth-in-Taxation Public Hearing
Consent Agenda
• Resolution #2023-0028 December 2023 Donation to White Bear Lake Area Food Shelf
• Resolution #2023-0029 Accepting 2024 Budget & Levy
• Tobacco Licenses
o Resolution #2023-0030 Smoke Den Tobacco & Vape 2024
• Liquor Licenses
o Resolution #2023-0031 Country Lounge Liquor Licenses 2024
• Edible Cannabinoid Products License
o Resolution #2023-0032 Smoke Den Edible Cannabinoid Products License 2024
• 2024 Annual Designation of City Official Depository
• 2024 LMCIT Liability Coverage Waiver Form
• Monthly Financial Report(s)
• Claims
Committee Reports
• Planning Commission
Old Business
• Newsletter Updates / Topics / Suggestions
• Code Violation – 1621 Goose Lake Road Update
New Business
• 2024 Fee Schedule Approval
• 2024 Meeting Schedule
• 2024 COLA Discussion
• Clerk Training
o University of Minnesota – Permit Technicians – 1/22/24
• Future Charitable Gambling Donations
o White Bear Lake Emergency Food Shelf
Community Outreach to Other Cities and Government Bodies
Presentations from the Public, 2 minutes maximum
Open Items for Council Members to Bring Up
Future Council Meetings
• Next City Council Meeting, Tuesday, January 16, 2023
o Attendance Inquiry
• Next City Council Workshop, Monday, January 8, 2023 - CANCELED
Adjournment – The meeting adjourned at ________
City of Gem Lake City Council Meeting Minutes November 21, 2023 1 | Page
City of Gem Lake
City Council Meeting – November 21, 2023
Meeting Minutes
Mayor Gretchen Artig-Swomley called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Councilmembers Jim Lindner, Len
Cacioppo, Ben Johnson and Laurel Amlee were present. Also present: City Attorney Kevin Beck, City Treasurer
Tom Kelly, Planning Commission Chair Joshua Patrick, Commission Member Don Cummings, City of White Bear
Lake Manager lindy Crawford, City of White Bear Lake Police Chief Dale Hager, City of White Bear Lake Fire
Chief Greg Peterson, Gem Lake Business Owner Chris Bettis, and Gem Lake residents Lance Rustad, Valerie
Hughes, Jim Wilson, Alex Doroff, Noah Driscoll, Andy Mudgett, and two others.
November 21, 2023 Agenda
A motion was introduced by Councilmember Linder to accept the agenda, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo.
Voice vote taken, all voted yes, motion carried.
Minutes
A motion was introduced by Councilmember Lindner, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo to approve the
October 17, 2023, City Council Meeting Minutes. Voice vote taken, all voted yes, motion carried.
A motion was introduced by Councilmember Lindner, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo to accept the
November 14, 2023, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes. Voice vote taken, all voted yes, motion carried.
Special Presentations
Guest Speakers from City of White Bear Lake – Dale Hager - Police Chief, Greg Peterson – Fire
Chief, and Lindy Crawford – City Manager
Key representatives from the City of White Bear Lake presented an update on city business topics, such as
the construction of the new public safety building and general operations of the fire and police departments.
City Manager Crawford provided a detailed update on the major construction project, which is now
underway. Phase One is essentially complete, Phase Two is underway and is expected to be substantially
complete by June 2024. The public safety building will encompass operations for fire and police and will
include more equipment space and indoor parking for police vehicles. A grand opening will be planned for
some time in August or September 2024.
Fire Chief Peterson gave an overview of fire operations in the past year for the city’s coverage area, which
includes the City of Gem Lake. He explained that the Fire Department is responsible for coverage in a 35
square mile area, and serves about 40,000 people. There were over 5,200 calls in 2022. About 50 of those
calls came from Gem Lake, including a complex fire call in minus 20 degree weather. Overall, about 80%
of calls to the department were EMS calls and about 20% were fire related calls. Mutual aid with
surrounding cities such as Mahtomedi, Vadnais Heights and Hugo was provided on a variety of occasions.
Peterson described his current staffing (16 full time staff and 19 part-time staff) and then went on to discuss
a variety of significant fire incidents that occurred in 2022.
Police Chief Dale Hager gave an overview of general police operations for their coverage area, which
again, involves Gem Lake. Hager has 9 years of experience with the White Bear Lake Police Department,
but is fairly new to the position of Chief, having been appointed within the last few months. There are
approximately 40 personnel in the department, including sworn officers and support staff. There were
roughly 21,000 calls for service in 2022, including 652 from Gem Lake. This year there have been 14,000
calls as of the end of October, with a little over 400 coming from Gem Lake.
Consent Agenda
Resolution #2023-0022 November 2023 Donation to White Bear Lake Area Food Shelf
Resolution #2023-0023 Designated Polling Places City of Gem Lake 2024
Resolution #2023-0024 SCORE Grant Funding 2024
Liquor Licenses
City of Gem Lake City Council Meeting Minutes November 21, 2023 2 | Page
Resolution #2023-0025 Gem Lake Hills Golf Course Liquor Licenses 2024
Tobacco Licenses
Resolution #2023-0026 Country Lounge Tobacco License 2024
Monthly Financial Report(s)
Quarterly Financial Report
Claims
All items on the consent agenda were reviewed by the Council. Councilmember Lindner introduced a
motion to approve all the items listed on the consent agenda as is, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo.
Voice vote taken, all in favor, motion carried.
Committee Reports
Planning Commission Chairman Joshua Patrick provided a brief report on the commission’s recent project to update
the city’s decades old garbage ordinance. He also reviewed the results of the city’s recent garbage hauler survey,
which was conducted last month to city residents and businesses. The survey had a fairly high participation rate and
generally showed that residents and businesses were satisfied with their current haulers, were paying similar
monthly rates, and would consider a city sponsored hauler only if rate reductions could be achieved. The
Commission is seeking further guidance from the City Council before proceeding with more work on the garbage
ordinance. The December Planning Commission has been canceled and the Commission will begin meeting again in
January 2024.
Old Business
Newsletter Updates / Topics / Suggestions
Mayor Artig-Swomley presented ideas for the next edition of the City Newsletter to include pieces such as
information on the 2024 City Budget, the presentations from the City of White Bear Lake, and other topics.
A current newsletter will be going out next week, and the next edition, including the topics above, would be
sent out in early January.
Garbage Hauler Survey Final Results
The Council reviewed the final results of the Garbage Hauler Survey and will take into consideration the
comments from the residents and businesses. The Council will continue to discuss the topic and provide
suggestions to the Planning Commission on what they would like to see within the garbage ordinance.
New Business
Cannabis Interim Ordinance
A draft of an interim ordinance involving edible cannabis products was presented. The draft is based on one
currently in place at the City of White Bear Lake. Councilmember Lindner introduced a motion to approve
the ordinance, seconded by Councilmember Amlee. Voice vote taken, all in favor, motion carried.
Records Retention Resolution #2023-0027
The City does not have a current records retention policy and the Acting City Clerk would like to begin
following one. A sample resolution was supplied by the Municipal Clerks and Finance Officers Association
of Minnesota (MCFOA) that the Acting City Clerk is presenting for adoption. This policy is based on the
ordinance published by the State of Minnesota. Councilmember Lindner introduced a motion to approve
the resolution, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo. Voice vote taken, all in favor, motion carried.
Gem Lake Tree Policy Discussion
Although the city adopted a tree policy about a decade ago, this policy deals primarily with boulevard trees
that overhang streets. Mayor Artig-Swomley feels the policy needs to be expanded to cover things like tree
clearing after storms and assignment of responsibilities when trees fall unexpectedly. She asked the
Planning Commission to take on this project and to consult with City Attorney Kevin Beck to find sample
policies that other cities have adopted. The council expressed agreement with this idea.
City of Gem Lake City Council Meeting Minutes November 21, 2023 3 | Page
Future Charitable Gambling Donations
White Bear Lake Emergency Food Shelf
Mayor Artig-Swomley suggested that the Council make a donation in December in the amount of
$1500.00 to the White Bear Lake Emergency Food Shelf. Councilmember Lindner introduced a
motion to request a donation in the amount of $1500.00 for the White Bear Lake Emergency Food
Shelf, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo. Voice vote taken, all voted yes, motion carried.
Community Outreach to Other Cities and Government Bodies
A new proposal for water billing between the Cities of Vadnais Heights and Gem Lake is still on the table. City
Attorney Kevin Beck added that Vadnais is waiting on water guidelines to be agreed upon with the state DNR, and
will report back next month.
Councilmember Johnson gave a brief report on the County Road E Corridor project and efforts to get funding for
further work.
Presentations from the Public, 2 Minutes Maximum
Resident Valerie Hughes asked for clarification and assistance after Republic Services has stated they no longer
wish to back down the private road she lives on to pick up the recycling bins. (Also known as Scotland Court.)
Republic has asked that the three homes on this private road drag their recycling bins to the entrance at Otter Lake
Road, which is not convenient for residents in her opinion. Options are being discussed. Acting City Clerk Melissa
Lawrence will look into the matter further.
Open Items for Council Members to Bring Up
None
Future Council Meetings
City Council, Tuesday, December 19, 2023, which will involve two public hearings, one for the 2024 final budget
and one for the MS4 report. The City Council Workshop, Monday, December 11, 2023 is CANCELED.
Attendance Inquiry
At this time all Councilmembers in attendance will be at the December meeting.
Adjournment
Being there no further business, following a motion from Councilmember Lindner, seconded by Councilmember
Cacioppo, the meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Jim Linder and Gretchen Artig-Swomley
City of Gem Lake, MNNPDES Phase IIStormwater Permit Program
2023 Annual Public Meeting
Emily K. Jennings
December 19, 2023
Overview
NPDES MS4 Program Background
2022 Highlights by MCM
Annual Report Updates
MS4 Program Audit
Comments / Questions
NPDES Program Background
Clean Water Act: Established NPDES Permit
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Administered locally by MPCA
City of Gem Lake: Phase II Small MS4
General Permit coverage
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
6 Minimum Control Measures (MCM)
Best Management Practices (BMPs)
Measureable Goals
NPDES
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
MS4
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System
Minimum Control Measures
1.Public Education and Outreach
2.Public Participation and Involvement
3.Illicit Discharge Detection and
Elimination
4.Construction Site Run-Off Control
5.Post-Construction Run-off Control
6.Pollution Prevention/Good
Housekeeping for Municipal Activities
Program Summary
MCM 1: Public Education & Outreach
Articles in the City newsletter
Stormwater Page on the City web site
Partnership with VLAWMO and RWMWD
Workshops, Events
2023 and Beyond
Annual Public Education & Outreach
Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
Deicing Salt Use
Pet Waste
Intermittingly –High Priority Topics
Yard Waste and Construction Activities
Program Summary
MCM 2: Public Participation/Involvement
Solicit and Respond to Public Comments
9/20/2022 (2021 Reporting Year)
2023 and Beyond
The City must provide (at least) 1 public
involvement activity that includes a pollution
prevention or water quality theme
Program Summary
MCM 3: Illicit Discharge, Detection &
Elimination
City storm water base map use for system
inspections
No reported illicit discharges in 2022
Program Summary
MCM 4: Construction Site Stormwater
Runoff Control
1 Active Construction Sites > 1 acre in 2022
(Luther Cadillac)
Ordinance No. 131
Section 22.1 Erosion, Sediment, and Waste
Controls
Changes to align to MS4 permit
requirements
Program Summary
MCM 5: Post-Construction Stormwater
Management
1 Construction sites > 1 acre reviewed in
2022 (Luther Cadillac)
Ordinance No. 131
Section 22.2 Stormwater Management
Changes to align to MS4 permit
requirements
Clear design standards for project proposers
Program Summary
MCM 6: Pollution Prevention & Good
Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
Inspections:
13 Outfalls (2020)
1 Infiltration Basin (Structural Stormwater BMPs)
(2023)
2 Ponds (2023)
Annual Report Update
Annual reports typically due on June 30th
of each year
MPCA said to be moving to e-Services in
2023, tentatively to be released in 2024
Additionally, MPCA is revising/updating
many annual report questions to align
with the requirements in the 2020 MS4
General Permit
2022 annual report is expected to be
included with the 2023 annual report,
submitted in June 2024
e-Services
Online service for data entry and
certification and signature of data
Payments can be processed through e-
Services
Each user must create their own account
MS4 Program Audit
EPA mandates the MPCA to evaluate
MS4 permittees
Gem Lake was notified on September
12th that would be part of a routine audit
SEH and Gem Lake staff organized and
submitted documentation as requested
by the MPCA in preparation for the audit
including, overall program management
and MCMs 1-6
Audit is scheduled for Friday January 5th
MS4 Program Audit
What’s next?
Meet and review documents with MPCA
auditors
Following audit, auditors will provide a
debrief/exit interview and a preliminary
assessment of the City’s stormwater
program
May include recommended or required
actions for the City
There can be penalties or enforcements
actions, as deemed necessary
Opportunity to Provide Input
Collect comments
Consider program changes
Update program BMPs as needed
Comments / Questions
Direct comments to:
Emily Jennings
ejennings@sehinc.com
651.302.7669
Justin Gese
jgese@sehinc.com
952.912.2612
City of Gem Lake, MN
Resolution No. 2023-0028
December 19, 2023
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY TREASURER TO DISTRIBUTE A
PORTION OF THE CHARITABLE GAMBLING FUNDS TO THE WHITE BEAR
LAKE AREA FOOD SHELF.
WHEREAS, the City of Gem Lake participates in the distribution of charitable gambling funds
received from the Country Lounge
WHEREAS, the City of Gem Lake distributes these funds to local 501(c)(3) tax-exempt
organizations
WHEREAS, the City of Gem Lake City Council suggested a donation at their November 21,
2023 meeting in support of the White Bear Lake Area Food Shelf.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City of Gem Lake, Minnesota, the City
Treasurer is authorized to send $1,500.00 to support the White Bear Lake Area Food Shelf for
the month of December 2023.
The motion for adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced by Councilmember
__________ and supported by Councilmember __________, and upon vote being taken thereon,
the resolution passed with a vote of _____ in favor and _____ against.
ATTEST
I, Melissa Lawrence, the duly qualified Acting City Clerk of the City of Gem Lake, County of
Ramsey, State of Minnesota, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution is a true and
accurate representation of action taken by the City Council of the City of Gem Lake on the date
first written.
December 19, 2023
Melissa Lawrence, Acting City Clerk Date
City of Gem Lake, MN
Resolution No. 2023-0030
December 19, 2023
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF GEM LAKE TO APPROVE A TOBACCO
LICENSE TO C & C ENTERPRISES LLC, 1599 COUNTY ROAD E EAST, GEM LAKE,
MINNESOTA FOR 2024.
WHEREAS, The City of Gem Lake is authorized by the State of Minnesota to issue tobacco licenses to
approved and authorized establishments within their municipality;
WHEREAS, C & C Enterprises LLC, 1599 County Road E East, Gem Lake, has met all the requirements
set forth with the City of Gem Lake and the State of Minnesota for a tobacco license for 2024.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Gem Lake approves the tobacco
license for C & C Enterprises LLC, 1599 County Road E East, Gem Lake for 2024.
The motion for adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced by Councilmember
__________ and supported by Councilmember __________, and upon vote being taken thereon, the
resolution passed with a vote of _____ in favor and _____ against.
ATTEST
I, Melissa Lawrence, the duly qualified Acting City Clerk of the City of Gem Lake, County of Ramsey,
State of Minnesota, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution is a true and accurate representation of
action taken by the City Council of the City of Gem Lake on the date first written.
December 19, 2023
Melissa Lawrence, Acting City Clerk Date
City of Gem Lake, MN
Resolution No. 2023-0031
December 19, 2023
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF GEM LAKE TO APPROVE AN OFF-
SALE, ON-SALE, OPTIONAL 2 A.M. AND SUNDAY LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE
COUNTRY LOUNGE, 3590 HOFFMAN ROAD WEST, GEM LAKE, MINNESOTA FOR
2024.
WHEREAS, The City of Gem Lake is authorized by the State of Minnesota to issue liquor
licenses to approved and authorized establishments within their municipality;
WHEREAS, The Country Lounge, 3590 Hoffman Road West, Gem Lake, has met all the
requirements set forth with the City of Gem Lane and the State of Minnesota for an off-sale, on-
sale, optional 2 a.m. and Sunday Liquor License for 2024.
NOW, THEREFOR, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Gem Lake approves the off-
sale, on-sale, optional 2 a.m. and Sunday Liquor License for The Country Lounge, 3590
Hoffman Road West, Gem Lake for 2024.
The motion for adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced by Councilmember
__________ and supported by Councilmember __________, and upon vote being taken thereon,
the resolution passed with a vote of _____ in favor and _____ against.
ATTEST
I, Melissa Lawrence, the duly qualified Acting City Clerk of the City of Gem Lake, County of
Ramsey, State of Minnesota, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution is a true and
accurate representation of action taken by the City Council of the City of Gem Lake on the date
first written.
December 19, 2023
Melissa Lawrence, Acting City Clerk Date
City of Gem Lake, MN
Resolution No. 2023-0032
December 19, 2023
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF GEM LAKE TO APPROVE AN EDIBLE
CANNABINOID PRODUCTS LICENSE TO C & C ENTERPRISES LLC, 1599 COUNTY ROAD
E EAST, GEM LAKE, MINNESOTA FOR 2024.
WHEREAS, The City of Gem Lake is authorized by the State of Minnesota to issue tobacco licenses to
approved and authorized establishments within their municipality;
WHEREAS, C & C Enterprises LLC, 1599 County Road E East, Gem Lake, has met all the requirements
set forth with the City of Gem Lake and the State of Minnesota for an edible cannabinoid products license
for 2024.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Gem Lake approves the edible
cannabinoid products license for C & C Enterprises LLC, 1599 County Road E East, Gem Lake for 2024.
The motion for adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced by Councilmember
__________ and supported by Councilmember __________, and upon vote being taken thereon, the
resolution passed with a vote of _____ in favor and _____ against.
ATTEST
I, Melissa Lawrence, the duly qualified Acting City Clerk of the City of Gem Lake, County of Ramsey,
State of Minnesota, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution is a true and accurate representation of
action taken by the City Council of the City of Gem Lake on the date first written.
December 19, 2023
Melissa Lawrence, Acting City Clerk Date
City Council Meeting: 1/16/24
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Consideration of Designation of City of Gem Lake’s Official Depository.
A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND:
Premier Bank has been the City’s official depository since before the Township started working with the City of
Gem Lake. Staff has been satisfied with Premier Bank’s service and the relationship and therefore, it is staff’s
recommendation that the City's official depository for 2024 be:
Premier Bank
2151 Third Street
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
In addition, the City uses the following institutions for investment of the City's idle funds for 2024:
UBS Financial Services, Inc.
Advisor and Brokerage Services
681 East Lake Street, Suite 354
Wayzata, MN 55391
I would recommend the use of this firm for the investment of idle funds for 2024. This firm is aware of the City's
investment policy and have or will provide a Broker’s Certification, which certifies they have read and will comply
with that policy.
The City's average interest rate is 1.62% and current yield is 1.34% on cash (money markets and checking) and
investments of $1,405,810.78 as of November 30, 2022.
A1. Budget Impact: The only budget impact is the amount of interest earnings which is budgeted as
an estimate based on last year’s average cash balances and estimated interest rates.
A2. Staff Workload Impact: There would be no staff workloads over and above staff time already
spent on this activity.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
1. Approve the institution listed above as investment institution for the City and Premier Bank as
official depository for banking services for 2024.
2. Approve the institution listed above as investment institution for the City and Premier Bank as
official depository for banking services for 2024 with some changes.
3. Do not approve the institution listed above as investment institution for the City and Premier as
official depository for banking services for 2024.
C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approving the institution listed above as investment institution for the City and Premier Bank as
official depository for banking services for 2024.
D. SUPPORTING DATA:
None.
Memorandum
Date: December 19, 2023
To: City Council
From: Tom Kelly, Finance Officer
Re: LMCIT Liability Coverage – Waiver Form
The City is currently in the renewal process of its property and liability insurance package with
the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT). As part of this renewal process the
City must decide if it wishes to waive or not waive the statutory tort limits.
If the City DOES NOT WAIVE the monetary limits on municipal tort liability then an individual
claimant could not recover more than $500,000 and the total which all claimants could recover
would be limited to $1,500,000. These limits would be on only those claims which the statutory
tort limits apply.
If the City WAIVES the monetary limits it would then be subject to up to $2,000,000 on an
individual claimant but the total for all claimants would still be limited to $2,000,000 regardless
of the number of claimant.
The City currently carries $1,500,000 in liability coverage from the LMCIT. The City does not
currently purchase excess liability insurance at this time.
Staff recommends the City Council approval to select DOES NOT WAIVE the monetary limits
on municipal tort liability as established by Minnesota Statutes 466.04 on the renewal application
with the LMCIT.
LIABILITY COVERAGE – WAIVER FORM
LMCIT members purchasing coverage must complete and return this form to LMCIT before the effective date of
the coverage. Please return the completed form to your underwriter or email to pstech@lmc.org
This decision must be made by the member’s governing body every year. You may also wish to discuss these issues with
your attorney.
League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) members that obtain liability coverage from LMCIT must decide
whether to waive the statutory tort liability limits to the extent of the coverage purchased. The decision has the following
effects:
If the member does not waive the statutory tort limits, an individual claimant would be able to recover no more than
$500,000 on any claim to which the statutory tort limits apply. The total all claimants would be able to recover for a
single occurrence to which the statutory tort limits apply would be limited to $1,500,000. These statutory tort limits
apply regardless of whether the city purchases the optional excess liability coverage.
If the member waives the statutory tort limits and does not purchase excess liability coverage, a single claimant could
potentially recover up to $2,000,000 for a single occurrence. (Under this option, the tort cap liability limits are waived to
the extent of the member’s liability coverage limits, and the LMCIT per occurrence limit is $2 million.) The total all
claimants would be able to recover for a single occurrence to which the statutory tort limits apply would also be limited
to $2,000,000, regardless of the number of claimants.
If the member waives the statutory tort limits and purchases excess liability coverage, a single claimant could
potentially recover an amount up to the limit of the coverage purchased. The total all claimants would be able to
recover for a single occurrence to which the statutory tort limits apply would also be limited to the amount of coverage
purchased, regardless of the number of claimants.
Claims to which the statutory municipal tort limits do not apply are not affected by this decision.
LMCIT Member Name
Check one:
The member DOES NOT WAIVE the monetary limits on municipal tort liability established by Minnesota Statutes ,
Section 466.04.
The member WAIVES the monetary limits on municipal tort liability established by Minnesota Statutes, Section
466.04 to the extent of the limits of the liability coverage obtained from LMCIT.
Date of city council/governing body meeting
Signature Position
Updated December 19, 2023 1
Section 1
Building Permits and Inspections
Building Permit Fees: Building permit fees are either flat fee or based on current state valuation costs, plus Minnesota state surcharge. Permit fees not listed in the flat
fee chart are based on valuation. See fee charts below.
Building Permit Fees Based on Valuation
Minnesota Statute 326B.153 Building Permit Fees
Total Valuation Fees – Plus State Surcharge Based on Valuation
$1.00 to $500.00 $29.50
$501.00 to $2,000.00 $28.00 for the first $500.00 plus $3.70 for each additional $100.00
or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00
$2,001.00 to $25,000.00 $83.50 for the first $2,000.00 plus $16.55 for each additional $1,000.00
or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00
$25,001.00 to $50,000.00 $464.15 for the first $25,000.00 plus $12.00 for each additional $1,000.00
or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00
$50,001.00 to $100,000.00 $764.15 for the first $50,000.00 plus $8.45 for each additional $1,000.00
or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00
$100,001.00 to $500,000.00 $1,186.65 for the first $100,000.00 plus $6.75 for each additional $1,000.00
or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000.00
$500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 $3,886.65 for the first $500,000.00 plus $5.50 for each additional $1,000.00
or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000.00
$1,000,001.00 to and up $6,636.65 for the first $1,000,000.00 plus $4.50 for each additional $1,000.00
or fraction thereof
Plan Review Fee: Multiply 65% (0.65) × the Building Permit Fee (listed above)
State Surcharge: The surcharge is equivalent to one-half mill (.0005) of the valuation of the structure, addition, or alteration. Multiply the total valuation of work ×
0.0005.
Total Fee = Building Permit Fee + Plan Review Fee + State Surcharge ***
Other Inspection and Fees:
1. Inspections outside of normal business hours $100.00 per hour (minimum charge 2 hrs) *
2. Re-Inspection Fees $100.00 per hour (minimum charge 2 hrs) *
3. Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated $100.00 per hour (minimum charge 2 hrs) *
4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to plans $100.00 per hour (minimum charge 2 hrs) *
5. For use of outside consultants for plan checking and inspections, or both Actual Costs **
Residential Flat Fee Building Permits
Permits are based on the fees below, plus $1.00 state surcharge.
Permit Type Permit Fee Last Adjusted Comments
Basement Finish $175.00 01/01/2023 Surcharge is based on Valuation
Deck $125.00 01/01/2023 Surcharge is based on Valuation
Demolition – Residential $250.00
Draintile $125.00 01/01/2023
New Egress Window(s) $125.00 01/01/2023
Pergola/Gazebo $125.00 01/01/2023
Replacement Door(s) $125.00 01/01/2023
Replacement Window(s) $125.00 01/01/2023
Replacement Doors & Window(s) $125.00 01/01/2023
Re-Roof $125.00
Re-Roof & Replace Door(s) $125.00 01/01/2023
Re-Roof & Re-Siding $125.00 01/01/2023
Re-Roof, Re-Siding & Replace Door(s) $175.00 01/01/2023
Re-Roof, Re-Siding & Window(s) $175.00 01/01/2023
Re-Roof, Re-Siding, Window(s) & Door(s) $225.00 01/01/2023
Re-Siding $125.00 01/01/2023
Re-Siding & Replace Door(s) $125.00 01/01/2023
Re-Siding & Replace Window(s) $125.00 01/01/2023
Re-Siding, Window(s) & Door(s) $175.00 01/01/2023
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System $175.00 01/01/2023
Swimming Pool – Above Ground $125.00 01/01/2023
Swimming Pool – Below Ground $175.00 01/01/2023
Commercial Flat Fee Building Permits
Permit Type Permit Fee Last Adjusted Comments
Demolition $700.00
Updated December 19, 2023 2
Section 2
Electrical Permits
Homeowners and Electrical Contractors: Complete an electrical permit form available from the Building Inspections Division. Add $1.00 for State surcharge to the
total cost of each permit. The fee is the total of the listed fees or the total number of inspection trips × $50.00, whichever is greater.
Residential panel replacement is $110.00, sub panel $50.00
New service of power supply is: Circuits and Feeders:
0 to 300 Amp $55.00 0 to 100 Amp $9.00
400 Amp $71.00 101 to 200 Amp $15.00
Add $16.00 for each additional 100 Amps Add $6.00 for each additional 100 Amps
Minimum Fee: Maximum Fee:
Minimum permit fee is $50.00 plus $1.00 State surcharge. This is for one
inspection only. Minimum fee for rough-in and final inspection is $100.00
plus $1.00 State surcharge.
Maximum fee for single family dwelling or townhouse not over 200 Amps
(No max if service is over 200 Amps) is $200.00 plus $1.00 State surcharge.
Maximum of 2 rough-in’s and 1 final inspection. (Failed inspections are an
additional $50.00 each)
Apartment Buildings:
Fee per unit of an apartment or condominium complex is $90.00. This does not cover service, unit feeders or house panels.
Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs: $100.00 plus circuits at $9.00 each. This includes 2 inspections
Additions, Remodels or Basement Finishes: $100.00 this includes up to 10 circuits and 2 inspections
Residential Accessory Structures: The greater of $55.00 for panel plus $9.00 per circuit of $100.00 for 2 inspections
Traffic Signals: $8.00 per each standard
Street and Parking Lot Lights: $5.00 per each standard
Transformers and Generators: $5.00 up to 10kva, $45.00 11kva to 74kva, $60.00 75kva to 299kva, over 299kva is $165.00
Retrofit Lighting: $0.85 cents per fixture
Sign Transformer or Driver: $9.00 per transformer
Low voltage fire alarm, low voltage heating and
air conditioning control wiring:
$0.85 cents per device
Re-Inspection Fee in addition to all other fees: $50.00
Solar fees:
0kw to 5kw $90.00 5.1kw to 10kw $150.00
10.1kw to 2 kw $225.00 20.1kw to 30kw $300.00
30.1kw to 40kw $375.00 40.1kw and larger $375.00 plus $25.00 for each additional 10kw
Electronic inspection fee for these items only:
Furnace, air conditioning, bath fan, fireplace or receptacle for water heater vent is $40.00.
Refunds must be requested in writing. No refund unless more than the minimum fee. Refund are minus the cities 20% handling fee.
THE PERMIT FEE IS DOUBLED IF THE WORK STARTS BEFORE THE PERMIT IS ISSUED.
Minimum fee permits expire in 6 months.
Permits over the minimum fee and up to $250.00 expire in 1 year.
Commercial Electrical Fees: The fee is 1% of the valuation with a minimum of $125.00 per trip plus the state surcharge of .0005 × valuation
Description Fee Calculation Permit Fee
Re-Inspection fee (in addition to all other fees) $50.00
Investigative fee (working without permit) the fee is doubled
Refunds issued only for permits over: $100.00
Solar fees for PV System
0-5,000 watts $90.00
> 5,000 watts to 10,000 watts $150.00
> 10,000 watts to 20,000 watts $225.00
> 20,000 watts to 30,000 watts $300.00
> 30,000 watts to 40,000 watts $375.00
Additional increments of 10,000 watts $25 (for each additional $10k increment)
Updated December 19, 2023 3
Section 3
Fire Protection
Residential and Commercial Permit Fees
Fee is 1% of the valuation with a minimum of $125.00 and a surcharge of .0005 × valuation. Permit types are listed below.
Permit Type Permit Fee Comments
Installation of Aboveground Storage Tank(s)
Installation of Underground Storage Tank(s)
Modification of Aboveground Storage Tank(s)
Modification of Existing Fire Sprinkler System
Modification of Existing Fire Suppression System
Modification of Underground Storage Tank(s)
New Fire Alarm System
New Fire Sprinkler System
New Fire Suppression System
Removal of Aboveground Storage Tank(s)
Removal / Abandonment of Underground Storage Tank(s)
Replacement of Fire Alarm System
Section 4
Mechanical Permits
Residential Mechanical Permit Fees
Permits are based on the fees below, plus $1.00 state surcharge.
Permit Type Permit Fee Comments
Addition $175.00
Air Conditioner (new or replacement) $75.00
Air Conditioner & Furnace (new or replacement) $75.00
Boiler $75.00
Fireplace – No Gas Line $75.00
Fireplace including Gas Line $125.00
Furnace (new or replacement) $75.00
Garage Heater $125.00
Gas Line – Only $75.00
Geo Thermal Systems $75.00
New Construction $300.00
Remodel/Alteration $125.00
Replacement/Other $75.00
Swimming Pool Heaters $75.00
Water Heater $75.00
Commercial Heating, Ventilation and A/C Permit Fees
Fee is 1% of the valuation with a minimum of $125.00 and a surcharge of .0005 × valuation
Section 5
Plumbing Permits
Residential Plumbing Permit Fees
Permits are based on the fees below, plus $1.00 state surcharge.
Permit Type Permit Fee Comments
Addition $175.00
Back Flow Prevention Device – Annual Testing per Device $50.00 (administrative fee)
Back Flow Prevention Device – New $75.00 (per device)
Back Flow Prevention Device – Repair $75.00 (per device)
Back Flow Prevention Device – Replacement $75.00 (per device)
New Construction $350.00
Remodel/Alteration $125.00
Water Heater $75.00
Water Softener $75.00
Commercial Flat Fee Plumbing Permits
Permit Type Permit Fee Comments
Back Flow Prevention Device – Annual Testing per Device $50.00 (administrative fee)
Back Flow Prevention Device – New $75.00 (per device)
Back Flow Prevention Device – Repair $75.00 (per device)
Back Flow Prevention Device – Replacement $75.00 (per device)
Commercial Plumbing Permit Fees
Fee is 1% of the valuation with a minimum of $125.00 and a surcharge of .0005 × valuation
Updated December 19, 2023 4
Section 6
Septic Permits
Residential Septic Permit Fees
Permit Type Permit Fee Comments
Abandon Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS) $125.00
Install New Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS) $300.00
Repair Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS) $75.00
Replace Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS) $125.00
ISTS Septic Inspection (performed annually) $40.00
ISTS Re-Inspection $80.00
Section 7
Sewer & Water Permits
Residential Sewer & Water Permit Fees
Permits are based on the fees below, plus $1.00 state surcharge.
Permit Type Permit Fee Comments
New Outside Sewer Line $75.00
New Outside Water & Sewer Line $125.00
New Outside Water Line $75.00
Open Cut of Road to Tap Main $75.00
Repair Outside Sewer Line $75.00
Repair Outside Water & Sewer Line $125.00
Repair Outside Water Line $75.00
Sewer Tap $175.00
Sewer & Water Tap $225.00
Sewer Re-Inspection Fee $80.00
Water Tap $175.00
Commercial Sewer & Water Permit Fees
Fee is 1% of the valuation with a minimum of $125.00 and a surcharge of .0005 × valuation
Sewer and Water Connection Fees
Buildings or dwellings existing or constructed in the City of Gem Lake must connect to the municipal water and sanitary sewer system so long as it is reasonably
available. Commercial buildings must connect within one (1) year and residential buildings must connect within ten (10) years from the time a connection is available to
any such property.
Metropolitan Council Sewer Availability Charge (SAC) units and fees are established by the Metropolitan Council per state statute MN 473.517. Prior to connecting to
public utilities, the owner or representative must pay the following fees:
Sewer Connection Fees
Dwelling Type Fees Comments
Single Family Dwellings $250.00 $75.00 Plus SAC per unit (Sewer Changeover Permit from Septic or New Construction)
Two-Family Dwellings $500.00 $75.00 Plus SAC per unit (Sewer Changeover Permit from Septic or New Construction)
Sewer Availability Charge (SAC) - City $1,000.00 per unit As established by the City
Sewer Availability Charge (SAC) – Met Council $2,485.00 As established by the Metropolitan Council
Water Connection Fees
Dwelling Type Fees Comments
Single Family Dwellings $250.00 $75.00 Plus WAC per unit (Water Changeover Permit from Well or New Construction)
Two-Family Dwellings $500.00 $75.00 Plus WAC per unit (Water Changeover Permit from Well or New Construction)
Water Availability Charge (WAC) – Gem Lake $1,500.00 per unit As established by the City
Commercial Sewer & Water Connection Fees
Fee is 1% of the valuation with a minimum of $125.00 and a surcharge of .0005 × valuation, plus SAC and WAC per unit
Updated December 19, 2023 5
Section 8
Zoning Permits
Residential Zoning Permit Fees
Permit Type Permit Fee Comments
Driveway $75.00
Fence $75.00
Impervious Patio / Surface $75.00
Accessory Building < 200 sq. ft. $75.00
Retaining Wall $75.00
Tank Removal $250.00
Commercial Zoning Permit Fees
Permit Type Permit Fee Comments
Driveway/Parking Lot $150.00
Fence $150.00
Retaining Wall $150.00
Sign Permit:
Temporary Sign $50.00 per sign 60 days
Comprehensive Sign Plan $500.00
New Sign for new business $50.00 per sign
New Sign for a Non-Profit No fee
On new stand or existing lighting or Electronic Sign $500.00
Relocation of Sign $100.00 per sign
Replacement of Sign-Same Business $50.00 per sign
Section 9
Community Development / Planning Fees
Fee Type Fee Comments
Appeals or Adjustments $100.00, plus $1,000.00 escrow for review
Garden Overlay Permit (IUP) $100.00 Years two and forward
Maps & Photos:
Aerial Photos, laminated $600.00 per photo plus postage
2’ Topographical Map $400.00 – paper plus postage
2’ Topographical Map Set – CD-ROM $400.00 plus postage
Non-Conforming Use Permit $600.00, plus $1,000.00 escrow for review
Planned Unit Development (PUD)
5-10 acres $4,000.00, plus $4,000.00 escrow for review
10 + acres $5,000.00, plus $5,000.00 escrow for review
Requested Comprehensive Plan Amendment $2,000.00, plus $6,000.00 escrow for review
Requested Conditional or Interim Use Permit $275.00
Requested Rezoning of Land/Zoning Ordinance Amendment $200.00, plus $600.00 escrow for review
Zoning Compliance Permit $200.00, plus $1,500.00 escrow for review
Requested Subdivision of Land
Minor Subdivision (2-3 lots) $500.00, plus 1% of market value escrow for review
Major Subdivision (4 plus lots) $500.00 per lot created, plus 1% of market value escrow for review
Requested Variance $500.00
Zoning Administrator Fee $100.00/hr Minimum 1 Hour
NOTE:
All subdivision of land is subject to a park dedication fee. See the Subdivision Ordinance (Section 5.4) for details
Forms for most of these matters are available on the City of Gem Lake web page at www.gemlakemn.org
Escrow amounts for expenses are used to pay for outside consultants hired by the City to help evaluate items provided for a specific action as well as publication for
public hearings and other such expenses. Excess money not used will be returned to the person who paid the escrow at the end of the project. Expenses that exceed the
escrow amount will be billed to the applicant at the end of the project.
A Late Charge of $35.00 plus 1% per month will be charged if payment for services billed is not paid within 30 days after invoicing. This billing will be updated every
30 days until it is paid.
Updated December 19, 2023 6
Section 10
City Sewer and Water Rates
Charge Type Fee Comments
City Sewer Charges
Commercial Sewer User Charge $200.00/SAC unit ($50.00/quarter)
$220.00/SAC unit ($55.00/quarter)
Annual
Industrial Sewer User Charge $200.00/SAC unit ($50.00/quarter)
$220.00/SAC unit ($55.00/quarter)
Annual
Residential Sewer User Charge $200.00/SAC unit ($50.00/quarter)
$220.00/SAC unit ($55.00/quarter)
Annual
Metered Sanitary Sewer Charge $4.08 Per 1,000 gallons
Water Charges (White Bear Lake Water)
To White Bear Lake $500.00
To Gem Lake WAC Charge $1,000.00
A quarter to Gem Lake plus Water Charge $15.00
Utility Rates (White Bear Lake Water) Effective September 1, 2023
Water Rates – Base Charge $55.00 Per WAC Unit
Volume (Usage Charge)
1-6,000 gallons $14.25 Flat Fee
6,001-20,250 gallons $2.40 Per 750 gallons
20,251-56,250 gallons $2.50 Per 750 gallons
Over 56,251 gallons $2.60 Per 750 gallons
Water State Surcharge $2.43
Sewer Rates
Base Rate $55.00
1-6,000 gallons $40.40 Flat Fee
Over 6,000 gallons $5.05 Per 750 gallons
Utility Rates – Villas of Gem Lake (Vadnais Heights Water) Effective April 1, 2021
Water Rates – Base Charge $55.00
Volume (Usage Charge)
1-15,000 gallons $8.10 Per 1,000 gallons
15,001-25,000 gallons $10.15 Per 1,000 gallons
Over 25,001 gallons $12.75 Per 1,000 gallons
Utility Rates – Villas of Gem Lake
Irrigation Account
Base Rate $55.00
Over 50,000 gallons $10.75 Per 1,000 gallons
Water State Surcharge $2.43
Sewer Rates
Base Rate $55.00
Volume (Usage) charge per 1,000 gallons $10.00
Winter Usage – 6,000 gallon minimum
Water inspection Charges $25.00
NOTE: Sewer use charges not paid within 30 days after the due date will be charged the following services charges which are added to amount due:
Residential: 10% of the amount due in each billing period (billing period is every three months)
Commercial / Industrial: 10% per month if not paid within one month after it is due
If 2 quarters of sewer charges (1/2 year) have not been paid when due, or if over $100.00 of sewer charges are overdue, then a penalty charge of $25.00 for up to
$250.00 in arrears or $50.00 for amounts greater than $250.00 will be added to the amount due.
Delinquent Utility Administrative Charge:
Any utility fees 30 days or more delinquent as of July 31st of each year shall be certified to the assessment rolls of the Ramsey County Auditor for payment along with
the property taxes, and the City is authorized to collect an administrative charge to perform this service.
Administrative Charge:
$50.00 per account
Updated December 19, 2023 7
Section 11
City Licenses
License/Permit Type License Fee Comments
Adult Use Business License $5,000.00 Annually
Investigation of License $2,000.00
Change of Owner/Officer $500.00
Adult Use Origination Fee $2,000.00
Amusement Devices $50.00 Per Device
Apartment Unit License $200.00 Plus $25.00 per unit over 10. Annually
Archery Hunting Permit $100.00 Plus $500.00 Escrow
Assisted Living License $200.00 Annually
Business License $100.00 Annually
Charitable Gambling Investigation Fee $100.00/hr Minimum 1 hour
Chicken/Fowl Keeping License
Up to 5 Chickens $25.00
Up to 5 Chickens - Renewal $15.00 Annually
Up to 25 Chickens $50.00
Up to 25 Chickens - Renewal $15.00 Annually
Contractor’s License
Automatic Underground Sprinkler System Installer $100.00 Annually
Blacktopping & Cement (City Roads) $100.00 Annually
Commercial General Construction $100.00 Annually
Demolition $100.00 Annually
Excavating & Grading $100.00 Annually
Fence $100.00 Annually
Mechanical $100.00 Annually
Outside Sewer & Water Installation $300.00
Outside Sewer & Water Installation - Renewal $150.00 Annually
Sign $100.00 Annually
Specialty Contractor $100.00 Annually
Tree/Trimming Removal $100.00 Annually
Dog License
New $10.00 Per Dog (Maximum of 3)
Renewal $10.00 Per Dog, Annually (Maximum of 3)
Lost/Replacement Tag $5.00
Dangerous Dog Fee $500.00 Plus $10.00 Registration Fee, Annually
Potentially Dangerous Dog Fee
Edible Cannabinoid Products License
Edible Cannabinoid Products License $125.00 Annually
Edible Cannabinoid Products Application and Background $500.00 Initial Request and when a new owner is brought in
Golf Cart Permit $30.00 Annually
Home Occupation Permit $100.00 Annually
Kennel License (Business Boarding Kennel) $300.00 Annually
Liquor Licenses
3.2 Malt Liquor On-Sale $2,000.00 Annually
3.2 Malt Liquor Sunday On-Sale $200.00 Annually
3.2 Malt Liquor Off-Sale $200.00 Annually
9-Month Golf Course Liquor On-Sale $1,500.00 Annually
9-Month Golf Course Liquor Sunday On-Sale $150.00 Annually
Investigation Fee for New On-Sale Liquor $750.00
Wine On-Sale $1,000.00 Annually
Nursing Home License $200.00 Annually
Outdoor Entertainment Fee $5,000.00 Per event held by business with liquor license plus $5,000.00 escrow
Pawnbroker License $5,000.00 Annually
Pawnbroker License Investigation Fee $500.00/hr Minimum 1 hour
Peddlers, Solicitors and Transient Merchants
Annual $150.00
1-14 Consecutive Days $50.00
Pigeon Keeping License $100.00 Annually
Rental License
Single Family $100.00 Annually
Two-Family $50.00/unit Annually
Stable License
Personal Stable – three or less animals $50.00 Annually
Unlimited Stable – four or more animals $85.00 Annually
Tobacco License $200.00 Annually
Utility Permit for Work in Right-of-Way City Area $200.00 Per Request
Updated December 19, 2023 8
Section 12
Miscellaneous Fees
Fee Type Fee Comments
Administrative Charge $50.00
Burning Permit Refer to the City of White Bear Lake page for permit and fees
Comprehensive Plan, Local Water Management Plan, Water
Distribution or Sewer Plan $200.00 Per Document plus Postage
Copying Documents
1 to 100 Pages $0.25/page MN Statutes, Section 13.03
1 to 100 Pages – Double Sided $0.50/page MN Statutes, Section 13.03
Over 100 Pages Actual Cost of Data Collection & Copies MN Statutes, Section 13.03
City Codes or Ordinances As indicated on the front page of said document
Document Research $100.00/hr Minimum 15 minutes
Mailing (Postage) and Packaging of Documents and Plans $40.00
False Alarm user Fees
3-14 False Alarms $50.00/occurrence In one (1) calendar year Jan1 – Dec 31
15 plus False Alarms $150.00/occurrence In one (1) calendar year Jan1 – Dec 31
Heritage Hall Rental Fees – Gem Lake & WBT Residents
Large Conference Room (Mon-Thur Evenings)
Room Fee $25.00/hr Minimum 2 hours
Cleaning/Staffing Fee $30.00
Refundable Deposit $150.00
Large Conference Room (Fri-Sun Evenings)
Room Fee $38.00/hr Minimum 2 hours
Cleaning/Staffing Fee $30.00
Refundable Deposit $150.00
Small Conference Room (Mon-Thur Evenings)
Room Fee $15.00/hr Minimum 2 hours
Cleaning/Staffing Fee $25.00
Refundable Deposit $50.00
Large Conference Room (Fri-Sun Evenings)
Room Fee $20.00/hr Minimum 2 hours
Cleaning/Staffing Fee $25.00
Refundable Deposit $50.00
Heritage Hall Rental Fees – Non-Residents
Large Conference Room (Mon-Thur Evenings)
Room Fee $50.00/hr Minimum 2 hours
Cleaning/Staffing Fee $30.00
Refundable Deposit $150.00
Large Conference Room (Fri-Sun Evenings)
Room Fee $75.00/hr Minimum 2 hours
Cleaning/Staffing Fee $30.00
Refundable Deposit $150.00
Small Conference Room (Mon-Thur Evenings)
Room Fee $30.00/hr Minimum 2 hours
Cleaning/Staffing Fee $25.00
Refundable Deposit $50.00
Large Conference Room (Fri-Sun Evenings)
Room Fee $50.00/hr Minimum 2 hours
Cleaning/Staffing Fee $25.00
Refundable Deposit $50.00
Land Mining (400 yards or more) $2,500.00, plus $3,000.00 escrow for review
Penalties for Edible Cannabinoid Products
Underage Consumption $50.00
Lending ID to Underage Person $100.00
License Holder, First Offense $150.00
License Holder, Second Offense Within 12 Months $275.00
Other Edible Cannabinoid-Related Offenses $100.00
Property Assessment and Searches
Property Assessment Searches $50.00 Per Address/PIN
If needed within 24 Hours $100.00 Per Address/PIN
Return Check Charges $30.00
Tree & Vegetation Permits When a building permit has not been issued
Per Development/Subdivision $1,500.00
Escrow for Review $3,000.00
Per Building Site $250.00
Escrow for Review $750.00
Use of City Professional Services
Outside Consultants (Planner, Engineer, Attorney, etc.) Actual Cost to the City
Zoning Administrator Actual Cost to the City Minimum 1 hour
Updated December 19, 2023 9
White Bear Township Fees for Services to the City of Gem Lake
Flat rate of $95.00 per hour for all services (Accounting Clerk/Receptionist, Building Inspector, Clerk Treasurer, Finance Analyst and Officer, Para Legal Secretary,
Planner, Secretary Receptionist, Public Works Director and all public works staff)
Section 13
Other Inspections & Fees
Fee Type Fee Comments
Building Plan Check Fee 65% of Building Permit Fee
Building Plan Check Fee for Similar Plans 25% of Building Permit Fee
Plan Check Fee for Decks / Pergola / Gazebo $50.00
Street Maintenance Escrow – New Residential Construction $800.00
Street Maintenance Escrow – New, Expansion or Addition for Commercial Buildings $5,000.00
Erosion Control Escrow – Residential Construction $1,200.00
Erosion Control Escrow – Commercial $5,000.00
Soil Erosion Control Inspection $200.00
Fire Inspections $100.00 per unit Includes follow-up
Grading / Excavating – Residential $100.00
New Residential Development Grading / Excavating $100.00 Per lot
Commercial Grading / Excavating < 1 Acre $225.00
Commercial Grading / Excavating 1 Acre to 2 Acres $350.00
Commercial Grading / Excavating 2 Acres and Up $450.00 Per Every 2 Acres
Relocation of Dwelling $1,000.00
Inspections Outside of Normal Business Hours $100.00/hr Min Charge 2 Hrs
Re-inspection Fees $100.00/hr Min Charge 2 Hrs
Investigation Fee Up to the value of the permit with a min of $95.00
State Surcharge – Fixed Fee Permit $1.00
State Surcharge 1,000,000 or less .0005 × Valuation
Refund Policy
Request for refund must be in writing within 60 days of permit issuance. No more than 50% of the permit fee will be refunded. No refunds for plan review fees. The
State Surcharge is 100% refundable. See the Electrical Permits section for information on electrical permit refunds.
CITY OF GEM LAKE
Heritage Hall
4200 Otter Lake Road | Gem Lake, MN 55110
651-747-2790/92 | 651-747-2795 (fax)
E-mail city@gemlakemn.org
2024
Gem Lake City Council and Planning Commission
Meeting Schedule
January
01/08/2024
01/09/2024
01/16/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
July
07/08/2024
07/09/2024
07/16/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
February
02/12/2024
02/13/2024
02/20/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
August
08/12/2024
08/13/2024
08/20/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
March
03/11/2024
03/12/2024
03/19/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
September
09/09/2024
09/10/2024
09/17/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
April
04/08/2024
04/09/2024
04/16/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
October
10/08/2024
10/14/2024
10/15/2024
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
May
05/13/2024
05/14/2024
05/21/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
November
11/11/2024
11/12/2024
11/19/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
June
06/10/2024
06/11/2024
06/18/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
December
12/09/2024
12/10/2024
12/17/2024
City Council Workshop – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting – 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting – 7 p.m.
Gem Lake Heritage Hall
Scheduled Office Closures
January
01/01/2024
01/15/2024
New Year’s Day (Monday)
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday)
July
07/04/2024
Independence Day (Thursday)
February
02/19/2024
President’s Day (Monday)
August
March
September
09/02/2024
Labor Day (Monday)
April
October
May
05/27/2024
Memorial Day (Monday)
November
11/11/2024
11/28/2024
11/29/2024
Veteran’s Day (Monday)
Thanksgiving (Thursday)
Day After Thanksgiving (Friday)
June
06/19/2024
Juneteenth (Wednesday)
December
12/24/2024
12/25/2024
Christmas Eve (Tuesday)
Christmas Day (Wednesday)
Registration – AIBO 2024
Registration Fees
Daily Participant Fee: $150 (before January 8); $165 (starting January 8)
Note: The following classes have higher registration fees:
• 11. Special Building – Wednesday, January 24 (2018 IRC Essentials session): $200
• 15. Special Building – Thursday, January 25 (Transition from the 2018 IBC to the 2024 IBC): $180
• 18. Special Building – Friday, January 26 (SSTS): $300
• 19. Elevator – Wednesday, January 31
• 20. Elevator – Thursday, February 1
Please also note that Wisconsin Elevator and Electrical License Continuing Education Units will not be
available for these classes.
The daily registration fee includes instruction, handout materials, parking, continental breakfast, lunch, and breaks,
and CE credit through the MN Department of Labor and Industry, ICC, MPCA, and the University of Minnesota.
Online Registration
Use the online registration when registering yourself or multiple people using a credit card or UMN EFS.
Alternative Payment Registration
Use the alternative payment registration form when you cannot use a credit card or UMN EFS to pay for your
registration.
Available alternative payment types include a billing statement or invoice, or a personal or company check.
After registering online all registrants will receive “Registration Confirmation” and “Receipt” emails
from ccapsconf5@umn.edu (you may want to check your Spam folder if you don’t see these in your email Inbox).
Cancellations
If you need to cancel your registration, a refund—minus $50—will be issued if you cancel by January 8, 2024.
Cancellations after this date will not be eligible for a refund. Please email ccapsreg@umn.edu to cancel your
registration.
Permit Tech – Monday, January 22, 2024
8:00-9:30 a.m. 9:45-11:15 a.m. 12:15-1:45 p.m. 2:00-3:00 p.m.
M110: State of the State M120: Licensing
Update: Residential
Building Contractor
Licensing and
Enforcement
M180: Are You Sure I
Need a Permit?
Breaking Down the
What, When, Where
and Who of Permitting
M180: Are You Sure I
Need a Permit?
Breaking Down the
What, When, Where
and Who of Permitting
TBD Sean O’Neil, Department
of Labor and Industry
Brandon Holmes, City of
Lino Lakes
Brandon Holmes, City of
Lino Lakes