First outreach and finding contacts
The initiator contacted the city to introduce the monitoring station concept and identify the appropriate contact.
PROJECT
Lake Viljandi monitoring station
and floating pier: project progress
Follow the complexity of this project and its cooperation with partners and supporters. The timeline shows the most important events, preparations and next steps. The proposed public monitoring pier by Geofishing is intended as a practical outdoor-learning site for young people and recreational anglers in Viljandi.
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Project timeline
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Presentation to Viljandi City Government
Geofishing presented the full pilot-project concept, including the proposal to build a floating pier next to the rowing base, in a meeting with Viljandi Mayor Jaak Pihlak, Deputy Mayor Silvia Takkel and Henri Kaselo. The city representatives welcomed the idea and promised to support the administrative process and provide a letter of support. They also recommended coordinating the proposed location with the Environmental Board, which Geofishing contacted that same day.
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Environmental Board contacted
Geofishing contacted the Environmental Board the same day. A reply arrived on 29 June 2026 (ref. 7-9/26/11179-2). Site, access and environmental conditions were later examined.
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Rotary cooperation explored
Geofishing approached Viljandi Rotary Club about possible support, collaboration and introductions.
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Initial Environmental Board reply
The Environmental Board responded by letter 7-9/26/11179-2. The project continued addressing location, access and environmental details; further requirements were discussed.
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Viljandi City support letter
The city issued support letter 13-6/26/1980-2, signed by Mayor Jaak Pihlak, noting environmental data and education. The full substantive text of the letter is available below under Key materials.
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Floating pier design discussed
Geofishing discussed the planned pier solution, its purpose and benefits, and the transfer of used floating-pier frames with the city government.
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Floating-pier frames inspected
Used floating-pier frames were inspected. The proposed T-shaped layout was approximately 27.7 metres long.
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Written confirmation from the city
The city confirmed in writing that five used floating-pier frames could be provided. Following discussions, Geofishing was directed to collect the frames from Viljandi Linnahooldus. At collection, the transfer and acceptance record was not signed. Geofishing had prepared for collection and wrote back to the city government seeking a resolution.
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Pier frames no longer available
During formal transfer preparations the city informed Geofishing the frames would instead be used for public municipal piers. This required reworking materials, the schedule and technical design. The project continued.
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Further clarification by the Environmental Board
The Board was unaware of competing projects for this site or obvious exclusion grounds based on information available. Its final assessment depends on official procedures.
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Next steps requested from the city
Geofishing wrote to the city requesting clarification. Mayor Jaak Pihlak asked whether the discussion should be formally recorded; Geofishing requested that it be recorded.
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Land-use application process clarified
The city directed Geofishing to proceed with a land-use application through SPOKU and confirmed that the frames were unavailable and that no formal minutes would be prepared. Geofishing was referred to a landscaping specialist to coordinate the previously discussed site. The city also offered another support letter.
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Council members informed
Geofishing sent a detailed project overview and timeline to council members and asked for their support.
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SPOKU application submitted
For the Geofishing Technology pilot project at Lake Viljandi, an application for free use of land and water was submitted through SPOKU in the name of Põhjareljeef OÜ, together with the floating pier site plans and technical appendices. Põhjareljeef OÜ is the official applicant, while Geofishing Technology is the public-facing project name. The city confirmed that the application had been referred for processing. A substantive decision is still pending.
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Matter referred to council committee
The council specialist confirmed circulation to members and referral to the Budget, Development and Economy Committee. No decision has yet been made.
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Next committee meeting date confirmed
The committee meeting is planned for 18 November 2026; whether the project is on the agenda remains unconfirmed.
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Ordinary City Council meeting
A council meeting is scheduled. It has not been confirmed that the Geofishing project will be discussed.
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Next committee meeting
The Budget, Development and Economy Committee is scheduled to meet on 18 November. The project’s inclusion on the agenda is not confirmed.
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PILOT PROJECT
What will the project deliver?
The monitoring station and pier aim to improve lake information, nature education and public access.
Public QR signs
A proposed QR sign will open the lake’s water-level and environmental data. Concept visual.
Water level and depth chart
The goal is to relate mapped depths to current water-level observations.
Automated station
The concept includes water level, water temperature and wind data. Illustrated design, not installed equipment.
Public floating pier
A proposed 27.7 m T-shaped pier for fishing, education and station maintenance. Illustration of the proposed layout.
Five used pier frames
The city discussed transferring five used frames (6 × 1.5 × 0.4 m).
SOURCES AND MATERIALS
Key materials
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Last updated: 25.10.2026 ·