Mayor and City Council Members: Member contact information Permits - Permits for animal licenses, liquor stores, etc.; zoning and land use matters, contact the City of Gem Lake Permit/License Bureau Building Department - City inspections and construction permits - Electrical inspections (763)754-2983 - Septic system inspections Planning Department Public Works Division - After hours and weekend emergencies provided by White Bear Township, call (651)755-9828 - City sewer and billing - Plowing and sanding of roads is provided by White Bear Township Public Works. No parking until street has been plowed curb to curb. - Recycling pick up every other Wednesday, starting with the first Wednesday in January. Provided by Republic Services.