The Port of Hood River’s next step in preparing the old Hanel Mill site for development is to get utilities in place.  Port Executive Director Michael McElwee says they have learned they will be responsible for an off-site water line upgrade to provide for fire suppression needs, and it could cost up to $325,000.  McElwee said it is not clear whether or not this could delay completion of the project, but the Port does have to sort out how to finance the work.  He adds removal of the waste from the old log pond on the site is not yet done, but will probably take place in spring.