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4200 Otter Lake Road
Gem Lake, MN 55110
(651) 747 -2790
city@gemlakemn.org
City Council Meeting
February 17, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Heritage Hall
I. Call to Order of City Council Meeting
By Mayor Artig-Swomley at 7:00 p.m.
II. Call of Roll
Artig – Swomley ______ Cacioppo _____ Johnson_____ Lindner ______ Patrick_____
III. Approve Agenda and Minutes
A. Approve the Agenda for February 17, 2026, City Council Meeting
B. Approve the Minutes of January 20, 2026, City Council Meeting
IV. Special Presentations/Public Hearings
A. Resolution No. 2026-05; Consideration of the Rental License Renewal for 3930 Scheuneman Road.
V. Consent Agenda
A. Monthly Financial Report(s)
B. Claims
VI. Planning Commission Reports
None.
VII. Old Business
A. Newsletter Updates / Topics / Suggestions
B. Resolution No. 2026-06; Resolution Authorizing the City Clerk to Enter into a Contract with Kodiak
Power Solutions for the Installation of a Generator at Heritage Hall, 4200 Otter Lake Road.
C. Phase I Water Project – Next Steps
D. Joint City Council /Planning Commission meeting, March 9, 2026 – Kick-off of the Planning for the
2050 Comp Plan
VIII. New Business
A. Resolution 2026-07; Resolution Approving the 2026 Water and Sewer Rates
IX. Community Outreach to Other Cities and Government Bodies
X. Presentations from the Public, 2 minutes maximum
XI. Open Items for Council Members to Bring Up
XII. Future Council Meetings
Next Planning Commission Meeting, Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Next City Council Workshop, Monday, March 9, 2026
Next City Council Meeting, Tuesday, March 17, 2026
o Attendance Inquiry
XIII. Adjournment
City of Gem Lake City Council Meeting Minutes January 20, 2026 1
City of Gem Lake
City Council Meeting
January 20, 2026
Meeting Minutes
I. Call to Order
Mayor Gretchen Artig-Swomley called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. Call of Roll
Mayor Gretchen Artig-Swomley, Councilmembers Len Cacioppo, Ben Johnson, Jim Lindner, and
Joshua Patrick were present. Also present: City Attorney Martin Norder, City Treasurer Tom Kelly,
White Bear Lake Fire Chief Greg Gustafson, White Bear Lake Police Chief Dale Hager, and City
Clerk Barb Suciu.
III. Approve of Agenda and Minutes
A. Approve the Agenda for the January 20, 2026, City Council meeting.
A motion was introduced by Councilmember Lindner to accept the January 20, 2026,
agenda, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo. Motion carried 5-0.
B. Approve the Minutes of December 16, 2025, City Council meeting.
A motion was introduced by Councilmember Lindner, seconded by Councilmember
Cacioppo to approve December 16, 2025, City Council Meeting minutes. Motion carried 5-0.
C. Accept the Minutes of January 6, 2026, Planning Commission meeting.
A motion was introduced by Councilmember Lindner, seconded by Councilmember
Cacioppo to accept January 6, 2026, Planning Commission minutes. Motion carried 5-0.
IV. Special Presentations/Public Hearings
A. White Bear Lake Police and Fire Department Report
Fire Chief Gustafson presented an overview of the area of coverage, staffing levels and call
volumes for the department.
Police Chief Hager presented an overview of staffing levels of the department. He
highlighted events that happened in 2025 and items coming in 2026.
V. Consent Agenda
A. Resolution No. 2026-01; Resolution Approving the 2026 Gem Lake Appointments List
B. Resolution No. 2026-02; Resolution Opting to Not Waive Limited Tort Liability for 2026
C. Monthly Financial Report(s)
D. Claims
Item C was removed from the agenda and all other 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 except item C, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo. Motion carried 5-0.
VI. Planning Commission Reports
A. Resolution No. 2026-03; Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit for 3550 Hoffman
Road, Parcel ID 343022120052, White Bear Floral on behalf of Superior Molecular, Inc. to
allow Cannabis Cultivation through a Microbusiness License, Planning Case No. 2025-013.
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Mayor Artig-Swomley stated with the information provided by the city planner was very thorough and
asked for any questions.
Councilmember Lindner introduced a motion to approve Resolution 2026-03; Approving a Conditional
Use Permit for 3550 Hoffman Road, Parcel ID 343022120052, White Bear Floral on behalf of Superior
Molecular, Inc. to allow Cannabis Cultivation through a Microbusiness License, Planning Case No. 2025-
013 all the items listed on the consent agenda, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo. Motion carried
5-0.
VII. Old Business
A. Newsletter Updates/Topics/Suggestions
Mayor Artig-Swomley stated the newsletter is almost complete and the Council can expect a draft early
next week.
B. Rental License Update
Mayor Artig-Swomley stated one rental license has not renewed their license for 2026. A second notice
has been mailed, and they have been given until the end of January to apply for their license.
C. Heritage Hall Generator Status
Mayor Artig-Swomley stated the contractor that was awarded the bid for installing the generator has
withdrawn their bid and we will have to start over. Mayor Artig-Swomley asked Councilmember Patrick
to work with the City Clerk to obtain two (2) bids.
D. Water System Update Neighborhood Meeting
Mayor Artig-Swomley stated the neighborhood meeting was held on January 12 and there was a good
turnout of residents. The participants were engaged and inquisitive about the cost of the project.
VIII. New Business
A. Resolution 2026-04; Resolution Authorizing the City Treasurer to Distribute a Monthly
Donation in the amount of $1,500 of the Charitable Gambling Fund to the White Bear Lake
Area Food Shelf if the Funds are Available.
A motion was introduced by Councilmember Lindner, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo authorizing
the City Treasurer to Distribute a Monthly Donation in the amount of $1,500 of the Charitable Gambling
Fund to the White Bear Lake Area Food Shelf if the Funds are Available. Motion carried 5-0.
B. Ordinance 2026-001; 2026 Fee Schedule
A motion was introduced by Councilmember Lindner, seconded by Councilmember Cacioppo to approve
Ordinance 2026-001; 2026 Fee Schedule. Motion carried 5-0.
C. Employee Handbook Update – Meals & Other Break Periods
A motion was introduced by Councilmember Lindner, seconded by Councilmember Johnson to approve
the Employee Handbook Update – Meals & Other Break Periods. Motion carried 5-0.
D. League of Minnesota Cities “Day on the Hill”
Mayor Artig-Swomley stated this is just informational and no action is needed.
E. Preliminary Planning for the next Comprehensive Plan
Mayor Artig-Swomley stated the 2050 Comprehensive Plan needs to be started and she is thinking of
holding a meeting in March to start the planning process. To save money, she would like to see the
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council and planning commission along with staff will do most of the work and pull in consultants as
needed.
IX. Community Outreach to other Cities and Government Bodies
No issues raised.
X. Presentation from the Public
No issues raised.
XI. Open Items for Council Members to Bring up
No issues raised.
XII. Future Council Meetings
Next City Council Workshop - Monday, February 9, 2026 – Canceled
Next City Council Meeting - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
XIII. Adjournment.
There being no further business, following a motion from Councilmember Lindner, seconded by
Councilmember Johnson, the meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Barbara Suciu
Excerpt from Gem Lake City Ordinance Chapter 83
Section 10. Licensing of Rental Units. From and after January 1, 2008, no person shall operate a rental dwelling
without first having obtained a license to do so from the City of Gem Lake as hereinafter provided. The license shall
be issued for a period of one (1) calendar year. Licenses which have less than one (1) year remaining on this term
shall pay one half of the license fee.
1. License Fees. Fees for rental unit licenses shall be as set forth by the City Council in a fee schedule, which
the Council shall pass by ordinance from time to time. The fees shall be due 60 days prior to the license
expiration date; in the cases of new unlicensed dwellings, license fees shall be due upon issuance of the
certificate of occupancy; in the cases of licensing periods of less than one (1) year, license fees shall be
prorated monthly:
1. A delinquency penalty of 5% of the license fee for each day of operation without a valid license shall
be charged operators of rental dwellings. Once issued, a license is nontransferable, and the licensee
shall not be entitled to a refund of any license fee upon revocation or suspension.
2. License Renewals. Every operating license up for renewal will be subject to a police call report of the last
twelve (12) months. The city receives police report information from the White Bear Lake Police
Department monthly. This information will be a factor when reviewing for approval of the renewal of a
rental operating license.
1. More than one police call or more than one code violation(s) at a rental address can be considered
when determining whether a rental license should be issued, renewed or revoked.
3. Owner or Agent to Apply. License application or renewal shall be made by the owner of rental units or
his legally constituted agent. Application forms may be acquired from and subsequently filed with the
Compliance Official. The applicant shall supply:
1. Name, address, and telephone number of dwelling owner, owning partners if a partnership, corporate
officers if a corporation.
2. Name, address, and telephone number of designated resident agent, if any.
3. Name, address and telephone number of vendee, if the dwelling is being sold through a contract for
deed.
4. Legal address of the dwelling.
5. Number of dwelling units within the dwelling.
6. Description of procedure through which tenant inquiries and complaints are to be processed.
4. Resident Agent Required. No operating license shall be issued or renewed for a non-resident owner of
rental dwelling units (one who does not reside in any of the following Minnesota Counties: Hennepin,
Ramsey, Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Scott, or Washington) unless such owner designates in writing to the
Compliance Official the name of his resident agent (one who does reside in any of the following Minnesota
Counties: Hennepin, Ramsey, Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Scott, or Washington) who is responsible for
maintenance and upkeep and who is legally constituted and empowered to receive service of notice of
violation of the provisions of the City Ordinance, to receive orders and to institute remedial action to effect
such orders and to accept all service or process pursuant to law. The Compliance Official shall be notified
in writing of any change of resident agent.
5. Conformance to Laws. No operating license shall be issued or renewed unless the rental dwelling and its
premises conform to the Ordinances of the City of Gem Lake and the laws of the State of Minnesota.
6. Inspection Condition. No operating license shall be issued or renewed unless the owner of rental units
agrees in his application to permit inspections pursuant to Section 10.
1. The initial inspection and first re-inspection will not incur an additional fee; however, if the city has to
conduct additional inspections to bring a rental property into compliance, the additional fees will
apply:
1. 2nd re-inspection - $200.00 fee;
2. 3rd or more re-inspections - $500.00 fee
2. If your rental property has already been identified as being contingent upon passing a required monthly
inspections / monthly grounds inspection, monthly inspections will not incur an additional fee;
however, if the city has to conduct additional inspections between the required monthly inspections to
bring a rental property into compliance, the additional fees will apply:
1. 2nd re-inspection - $200.00 fee;
2. 3rd or more re-inspections - $500.00 fee
7. Posting Of License. Every licensee of a multiple dwelling shall cause to be conspicuously posted in the
main entry way or other conspicuous location therein the current license for the respective multiple
dwelling.
8. License Not Transferable. No operating license shall be transferable to another person or to another rental
dwelling. Every person holding an operating license shall give notice in writing to the Compliance Official
within 72 hours after having legally transferred or otherwise disposed of the legal control of any licensed
rental dwelling. Such notice shall include the name and address of the person succeeding to the ownership
or control of such rental dwelling or dwellings.
9. Occupancy Register Required. Every owner of a licensed rental dwelling containing three or more
dwelling units shall keep, or cause to be kept, a current register of occupancy for each dwelling unit which
provides the following information:
1. Dwelling unit address.
2. Number of bedrooms in dwelling unit.
3. Names of adult occupants and number of adults and children (under 18 years of age) currently
occupying the dwelling units.
4. Dates renters occupied and vacated dwelling units.
5. A chronological list of complaints and request for repair by dwelling unit occupants, which complaints
and requests are related to the provisions of this Ordinance, and
6. A similar chronological list of all corrections made in response to such requests and complaints.
Such register shall be made available for viewing or copying by the Compliance Official at all reasonable
times.
10. License Suspension or Revocation. Every operating license issued under the provisions of this Ordinance
is subject to suspension or revocation by the City Council should the licensed owner or his duly authorized
resident agent fail to operate or maintain licensed rental dwellings and units therein consistent with the
provisions of the Ordinances of the City of Gem Lake and the laws of the State of Minnesota. In the event
that an operating license is suspended or revoked by the City Council for just cause, it shall be unlawful for
the owner of his duly authorized agent to thereafter permit any new occupancies of vacant or thereafter
vacated rental units until such time as valid operating license may be restored by the City Council. Any
person violating this provision shall be guilty of a violation of this Ordinance.
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Gretchen Artig-Swomley, Mayor
Ben Johnson, Council
Jim Lindner, Council
Len Cacioppo, Council
Joshua Patrick, Council
Tom Kelly, Treasurer
Fund Totals $ Amount
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Parks & Playgrounds
2004 Debt Service Fund
2007 Debt Service Fund
2015 Debt Service Fund
2018 Debt Service Fund
Improvement Fund
Scheuneman Road Improvements
Hoffman Road Improvements
602-Sewer Fund 5,227.87
601-Water Fund 6,886.83
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1738 Commerce Court
White Bear Lake MN 55110
(651) 728-4095
Estimate 23599823
Estimate Date 1/30/2026
Billing Address
City of Gem Lake
4200 Otter Lake Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 USA
Job Address
City of Gem Lake
4200 Otter Lake Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 USA
Description of work
Hi Joshua,
Per your request, this is an estimate to install a new 45kva generator at the Gem Lakes City Hall building. Kodiak Power
Systems thanks the City of Gem for the proposal opportunity on your new generator project. We understand the importance
of your generator service and will stand by your side and by our work when the emergency generators are called into action.
This proposal includes the Cost associated with the new generator install at City Hall. The details given below are intended to
layout the required steps to complete a "Full Turnkey Solution". The costs are based on information gathered during our site
visit on 01/30/26.
-Instillation of new generator pad
-Instillation of new 45kva generator onto generator pad.
-Completing the installation of electrical conductors into the new generator.
-Completing the installation of gas supply pipe.
-Completing the startup and commissioning of the new generator.
-Provide completed commissioning paperwork as proof of new generator proper operation.
Optional Services.
*Extended Warranty Beyond Manufacturer’s Warranty
*Annual Generator Services by Kodiak Power Systems.
Note,
*Price Escalation: This Proposal is based upon existing taxes, tariffs, and regulations. Any increase in costs caused by any
local, state, federal, foreign, or other governmental law, regulation, tax, tariff, or other burden applicable to the goods or
services to be supplied by us and imposed after the date of this Proposal, including but not limited to increased burdens on
the ownership, storage, processing, production, import of, transportation, distribution, use, or sale of the goods or services
provided under this Proposal will be added to the price of the goods and services.
Sales tax exemption must be provided if project is exempt.
Service #Description Quantity
Electrical Services Electrical Service to be performed
-Install 36KW generator and 400A 120/208V NEMA 3R SE Automatic Transfer Switch.
-ATS to be installed on the right side of the CT cabinet on the exterior wall.
-Generator pad and sidewalk panel removal/replacement are included.
-Install and wire annunciator in back hallway
-Electrical permit is included.
1.00
Mechanical Service Mechanical Service to be performed
-Dig trench 12" deep from house meter, through grate in side walk and up to new generator
location. Approximate trench to be 15'-20' in total.
-Furnish and install 3/4" PE plastic 2lb gas line and connectors from building meter up to new
generator.
-Altger piping as gas meter for connection of new high pressure gas line to generator.
-Install shut off valve and test port on new gas line.
-Install gas regulator on gas line.
- Complete hook up of gas line to new generator.
-New gas regulator
- Permit with inspections.
-Assist customer with coordination to have gas utility meter size increased to accommodate new
generator.
1.00
Generator
Installation
Generator Installation
*Delivery
*Placement of new Cummins unit.
*Startup, commissioning
*2 hour load bank
*Operator training
1.00
Delivery Delivery 1.00
Crane Service Crane Servce to be performed by licensed contractor.1.00
A045J199 Annunciator - RS485 Panel Mount - RS22-RS100 1.00
Cummins Remote
E-Stop
Cummins Connect Series A044Z051 Remote E-Stop 1.00
Misc Optional Adder: Generator remote monitoring. Cellular based. System will text and email alerts on
generator and utility status. Alarms can be sent to Kodiak Power to monitor. End user(s) will
receive notification about generator operation and utility loss. Annual fee of $199.00.
Adder cost of system installed $1300.00 with first year of service included.
1.00
C36 N6 120/208V
3-Phase
RS36-36kW/ 45Kva-NG/LPV-Aluminum Enclosure-120/208V-3Ph
36.0kW, 120/208V, 3-Phase, 60 Hz, 124.9/124.9A, 1800 rpm, 12 lead alternator, PCC1.1 two-wire
start control, 150A circuit breaker, 6A battery charger, level 1 sound-attenuated weather
protective
enclosure, coolant heater, engine starting battery.
1.00
AscoTransferSwitch Automatic Transfer Switch 400A 208V NEMA3R SE 1.00
Sub-Total $52,114.00
Tax $2,925.29
Total Due $55,039.29
Deposit/Downpayment $0.00
Thank you for choosing Kodiak Power!
THIS IS AN ESTIMATE, NOT A CONTRACT FOR SERVICES. The summary above is furnished by Kodiak Power Solutions as a good faith
estimate of work to be performed at the location described above and is based on our evaluation and does not include material price
increases or additional labor and materials which may be required should unforeseen problems arise after the work has started. I
understand that the final cost of the work may differ from the estimate, perhaps materially. THIS IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF THE FINAL
PRICE OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED. I agree and authorize the work as summarized on these estimated terms, and I agree to pay the
full amount for all work performed.
4815 White Bear Parkway • St. Paul, MN 55110 • Phone 651.771.1000
4175 123rd Street • Eau Claire, WI 54729 • Phone 715.831.8752
February 2, 2026
Barbara Suciu
C/O City of Gem Lake
4200 Otter Lake Rd.
Gem Lake, MN. 55110
RE: Generator Installation Rev.02.02.2026
We propose to furnish and install all labor, material and permit fees to perform the following electrical
installation at the above location. Electrical work is to be done in accordance with local and national electrical
codes governing such.
General Clarifications:
•All work to be done during normal business hours 7am-3:15pm M-F
•Utility Fees are not included
•Generator to be located within 50ft of the CT can
•Initial diesel fill included or NG line installation (depends on choice of generator)
•Generator lead time of 26 to 36 weeks after release
•Aluminum conductors for feeders
•Tax included
125-KVA Option – 150 amps for building operations and 200 amps available for emergency services
Included:
•125-KVA 3-Phase Diesel Generator or Natural Gas equivalent
•400-amp Nema 3R service rated Automatic Transfer Switch.
•Include Saw-Cutting & Replacement of Concrete Sidewalk to Allow for Conduit Run to Generator.
•Supply & Install Concrete Pad for Generator
•Rework Existing Electrical Panel to be fed from transfer switch
•Supply Permit & Inspection.
•Locates
Exclusions:
•Painting
•Premium time
•Utility fee’s
•Site restoration beyond leveling and seeding
Total Cost 125-KVA Generator: $114,110.00
45-KVA Option – 100 amps for building operations
Included:
•45-KVA 3-Phase Diesel Generator or Natural Gas equivalent
•400-amp Nema 3R service rated Automatic Transfer Switch
•Include Saw-Cutting & Replacement of Concrete Sidewalk to Allow for Conduit Run to Generator.
•Supply & Install Concrete Pad for Generator
•Rework Existing Electrical Panel to be fed from transfer switch
•Supply Permit & Inspection.
•Locates
Exclusions:
•Painting
•Premium time
•Utility fee’s
•Site restoration beyond leveling and seeding
Total Cost 45-KVA Generator: $80,930.00
Thank you for the opportunity to provide this estimate. If you have any questions or need additional
information, please call me at 612-449-0896
Connect with the Best … Connect with NEI Electric
Regards,
Tony Reed
NEI Electric . 4815 White Bear Pkwy . St Paul, MN 55110
651.771.1000 office . 651.771.9119 . fax
email . www.neielectric.com
Project Funding Option 1
*Special Assessment amount varies
Preliminary CostsItem
$651,200Labore Road (approx. 2,100 LF)
$821,300Goose Lake Road (approx. 3,100 LF)
$893,500Remaining Streets (approx. 3,700 LF)
$2,366,000Project Total
$959,757Grant Funding
$191,951City Grant Match
$1,092,000Federal Funding
$218,400City Federal Match
$2,462,108Funding/Match Total
$0Special Assessments Gem Lake ($0)
$0Special Assessment Vadnais Heights
$96,108Remaining
Project Funding Option 2
*Special Assessment amount varies
Preliminary CostsItem
$651,200Labore Road (approx. 2,100 LF)
$821,300Goose Lake Road (approx. 3,100 LF)
$893,500Remaining Streets (approx. 3,700 LF)
$390,000Big Fox South (approx. 1,600 LF)
$2,756,000Project Total
$959,757Grant Funding
$191,951City Grant Match
$1,092,000Federal Funding
$218,400City Federal Match
$2,462,108Funding/Match Total
$171,142Special Assessments Gem Lake
(+/-$4,300/ lot)
$122,750Special Assessment Vadnais Heights
$0Remaining
Next Steps
•City Council Project Funding Options….…………........ .Feb. 17, 2026
•Receive Feasibility Report, Order public hearing……….Mar. 17, 2026
•Hold Public Hearing, Order Improvements……...……….Apr. 21, 2026
•Approve Plans and Specifications/Order Ad for Bid…….May 15, 2026
•Open Bids…………………………………………………...May 19, 2026
•Award Contract…………………………………………......May 19, 2026
•Construct Improvements……………………….......June-October 2026
•Assess Project, Spring 2027 (Nov. 15,2026 Deadline)
–Resolution Declaring Costs (Council action)
–Public Hearing
•Adopt assessment roll (Council action)
–First Assessment due with real estate taxes Jan. 2028
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
Look for us on the World Wide Web at gemlakemn.org
Date: 2/11/25
To: Mayor & City Council
From: Tom Kelly, Treasurer
RE: 2026 Water & Sewer Rates.
After reviewing the 2026 current rates provided by the City of White Bear Lake and proposed
rates by the City of Vadnais Height, along with 2026 charges provided by the M.C.E.S. for
sanitary sewer charges, I am recommending the following proposed water and sewer rates;
Utility Service Current Proposed
Charge Charge
Vadnais Heights:
Water:
Base Charge $25.00 $20.00
Volume
1-15,000 Gallons $7.00 $4.30 Per Thousand Gallons
15,001-25,000 Gal.$8.75 $5.40 Per Thousand Gallons
Over 25,001 Gal.$11.00 $6.50 Per Thousand Gallons
Irrigation
Base Charge $25.00 $20.00
Volume $9.50 $9.50 Per Thousand Gallons
Sewer:
Base Charge $55.00 $55.00 Per SAC unit per quarter
Volume $7.00 $7.00 Per Thousand Gallons
Based on Winter Quarter Use
White Bear Lake:
Water:Base Charge $25.00 $20.00
Volume
1-15,000 Gallons $5.25 $4.30 Per 750 Gallons
15,001-25,000 Gal.$6.60 $5.40 Per 750 Gallons
Over 25,001 Gal.$8.25 $6.50 Per 750 Gallons
Sewer:
Base Charge $55.00 $55.00 Per SAC unit per quarter
Volume $7.00 $7.00 Per 750 Gallons
Sewer Only Customers
Flat Rate $55.00 $55.00 Per SAC unit per quarter
Water State Surcharge $2.43 $2.43 Per State of MN
Commercial Sales Tax 7.875%7.875%Per State of MN
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
Look for us on the World Wide Web at gemlakemn.org
The rates for the City of Vadnais Heights are based on the proposed wholesale rates. Also the City of
Vadnais Heights proposed to change the meter (base) fee from $1,864.34 per quarter to $30.00 per quarter
per connection. These changes are allowing the City of Gem Lake to lower the charges for water and
sewer to those customers serviced by Vadnais Height. Also the City of White Bear Lake changed their
billing to a tiered system, which is allowing us to lower their rates.
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City of Gem Lake
Heritage Hall
4200 Otter Lake Road I Gem Lake, MN 55110
651-747-2790/92 1 651-747-2795 (fax)
E-mail city@gemlakemn.org
Business License Application
All businesses with the intent to operate in the City must first obtain a Business License issued by the City of Gem Lake per City Ordinance No. 136
Instructions:
1. Complete entire application. Please print legibly or type.
2. Do not leave any lines blank, Use "N/A" if it is "not applicable" to your business.
3. Sign and date completed application
4. Send completed application, workers' compensation certificate of compliance form and $100.00 business license fee to the
address / email address indicated above. If emailing please call with credit card payment or send check.
Choose: New Business Renewal
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I hereby certify that the above information is accurate. In the event that the above information should change I will notify the City within 30 days of
said change. I understand deposit of the check does not constitute the issuance of a City Business License. An inspection of your business must be
completed and passed before your business license will be approved and issued. I understand that the application fee is non-refundable. Upon license
being granted, the undersigned agrees to comply with all Ordinance, rules and regulations of the City of Gem Lake.
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