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April 2006 Shore ReportApril 2006 Board of Review: April 17 4 -7 pm; City Council Chamber O THE INSIDE Commission Appointment ..2 New Animal Impound ......2 Earth Dayl ............ ...2 Southshore Rental....... .? Council Activities ...... 3 Planning Notes ........... , 3 Severe Weather .... ..... __ Community Events........ .4 Trail Safety ............ .5 Road Restrictions .......... 5 Phosphorus -Free ..........5 ` Public Hearings/ Map .......b- R ESIDENTS WHO have questions regarding their property valuation notice, or wish to discuss the estimated market value for their property, should call the Hennepin County Assessor's Office, 612/348 -3046. If you are not satisfied after discussing the information with an assessor, you may appeal your valuation notice at the Local Board of Review. The Board of Review meeting for Shorewood is scheduled for Monday, April 17, from 4 - 7 PM, in the City Council Chamber at City Hall. The Board of Review is conducted under the authority of the Hennepin County assessor, which will conduct an "open- book" process for valuation appeals. At the "open- book" meeting, county assessor staff will review the valuation with the property owner. The valuation reflects a property's value on January 2, 2006, and is used for property taxes payable in 2007. Anyone who is unable to attend the meeting on April 17 may retain their right to proceed to the County Board meeting to be held in June. Questions regarding this process may be directed to City Hall, 952/474-3236. Adopt -A- Garden T liE C1TY of SHOREWOOD has many volunteers who work hard every spring, summer, and fall to keep the gardens around the park and City Hall signs beautiful. This summer, the City is in need of one individual or group who might be willing to adopt the garden of a previous volunteer who will be moving from the area. For information on the Adopt -A- Garden program or to volunteer for the opening, please call City Hall, 952/474 -3236. Spring Clean -Up May 20 M ARK YOUR CALENDAR and start cleaning out the basement, garage, and other parts of the house and yard that have the need for a good spring cleaning. The Shorewood Spring Clean -Up is scheduled for Saturday, May 20. Specific details are on the insert in this newsletter, or can be found on the City web site, www.ci.shorc-ivood. mn.us. No yard waste is accepted at either the curbside or drop-off portion of Spring Clean -Up. Residents are encouraged to compost their yard waste whenever possible. Complete compost information is available online at wwivgreenguardian.coin, or stop by City Hall for a flyer. Both licensed garbage haulers in the City (BFI, 952/941 -5174; Waste Management, 1- 800 -450- 9378) offer compost service to their customers. NRG Processing Systems, 952/446 -1056, also offers a drop -off site. Contact the various providers for fees and service specifications. 0 N �O 0� O h w Household Hazardous Waste Events H ENNEPIN COUNTY is offering its household hazardous waste events in May. This program provides for drop -off location to neighboring communities. Residents must show proof of residency. Complete hazardous waste information will be in the May Shore Report, or visit the Hennepin County web site, www.co.hennepin.inn.us, KEYWORD: Spring HHW Events. All collections are Thursday through Saturday - from 9 An4 to 4 Pa4. The collection dates and m ectinss , a n locations are: t May 4 -6 Independence City Hall Parking Lot 1920 County Rd 90, Independence, MN May I8 -20 City of Minnetonka Public Works Dept. 11522 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka, MN June 8 -10 Louisiana Oaks Park — South Parking Lot 3500 Louisiana Ave, St. Louis Park, MN 4/4 7:00 pm Plan n ng Corn mission Meeting 4/10 7 :00 Pm City Council Meeting 4/11 7 :00 Pl Parts Commission Meeting 4/14 a TY HALL CLOSES AT NOON 4/17 4 7 Fw Board of Review 4/18 7:00 ixm Planning Commission Meeting 4/24 7 :00 iw City Council Meeting THE SHORE REPORr1APRIL 2006 Shorewood Resident Appointed to Watershed Board T HE HENNEPIN COUNTY Board of Supervisors has appointed Jeff Casale, a Shorewood resident, to a three -year term on the Minneliaha Creek Watershed District Board of Managers. Casale, who lives within walking distance of St. Alban's Bay, said he sought the position because both he and his real estate clients benefit from a well- managed Minnehaha Creek watershed. "I have lived outside of Minnesota," said Casale, "and bring an outsider's appreciation and vision for Minnesota's parkland. I am excited to help the district in its mission to protect, improve and manage its many and varied water resources." Since its forniation in 1967, the MCWD, formed by the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners, has led the region in cutting edge research and technical expertise in the areas of water quality monitoring and management. The district protects, improves and manages water resources, runoff and related natural resources for 129 lakes, 8 major creeks and thousands of wetlands located within the 181 square mile watershed of Minnehaha Creek and Lake Minnetonka, in partnership with 30 communities, other agencies and concerned citizens. City to Use Auntie Ruth's For Animal Impound D UE To THE CLOSING of Paws, Claws and Hooves, the kennel who provided animal impound services for animals picked up in the City of Shorewood, Auntie Ruth's, an animal boarding facility in Minnetonka, located at 12207 Minnetonka Blvd., will be providing impound services for any animals picked up by Orono Animal Control in Shorewood. If you suspect your dog has been picked up, you may contact Auntie Ruth's directly at 952/936 -9000, or call the Orono Animal Control at 763/525 -6210. Southshore Center Rental S OUTIISHORE CENTER, located at 5735 Country Club Road, next to Badger Park, is the perfect spot for your end -of -the- season team party, graduation and anniversary party, or any other celebration or meeting that you might need more room than your home permits! There are several rooms available for rent. For information on costs, room sizes, and facilities, contact JoAnn at 952/541 -1019. Commission Appointments T HE CITY OF SHOREwoon Park and Planning Commissions are made up of resident volunteers who are willing to dedicate many hours of time and talent to the City. Recently, the following appointments were made by the Shorewood City Council to these Commissions: Park Commission Howard Young: 3 -year term through 2/28/09 Robert Hensley: 3 -year term through 2/28/09 Jeremy Norman: 2 -year term through 2/29/08 — to fill the term recently vacated by Judy Farniok Planning Commission Bruce Gniffke: 3 -year term through 2/28/09 Scott Schmitt: 3 -year term through 2,28/09 Earth Day April 22, 2006 I N CELEBRATIOIl of Earth Day, make an effort to increase your efforts to help the earth. When each of us helps, it can make a big impact. Earth Friendly Water Tips • Store cold water in the refrigerator instead of buying bottled water or running the faucet until water is cold. • Wash only full loads of laundry or use the correct setting and water level for the load size. • Patronize businesses which practice and promote water conservation. • Water your lawn and garden early or late in the day to minimize evaporation. • Mulch trees, bushes and gardens to retain moisture in the soil and reduce weeds. www. ci. shorewood. mn. us SP�t T cLEAN•UA Curbside Pick -Up The Curbside Pick -Up will be conducted on Saturday, May 20. Items to be disposed of must be curbside no later than 7 AM. It may take more than one day to service the entire City, so please leave items out through Sunday evening. If your curbside items are not picked up by Sunday night, please call City Hall at 952/474 -3236 before noon on Monday, May 22. Only general household items small enough to be handled by one person should be placed curbside. ITEMS NOT MEETING THIS CRITERIA WILL BE LEFT CURBSIDE AND MUST BE PROPERLY DISPOSED OF BY RESIDENT. For hard -to -get- rid -of items not found on this sheet go to www.co.hennepin.mn.us KEYWORD: A -Z Guide. Other Disposal Options Before bringing material to one of the following facilities, you should call to confirm what is currently accepted at a given facility, whether they have a pick -up service, fees, etc. Wood Waste South Metro Sort & Recycle 3230 W. 130th St., Shakopee; 952/445 -5755 Concrete & Asphalt Midwest Asphalt 6401 Industrial Dr., Eden Prairie; 952/937 -8033 Items Not Accepted Curbside: Appliances Mattresses Auto Batteries Carpet Auto Tires Upholstered Furniture Items Not Accepted Curbside or at Public Works: Construction debris (lumber, cement, sheetrock, cabinets, railroad ties, etc.) Household Hazardous Waste Yard Waste YARD WASTE Please contact your garbage hauler or NRG for rates and service: BFI ............... ............................... 952/941 -5174 NRG ............. ............................... 952/446 -1056 Waste Management ... ................ 1- 800 - 450 -9378 Barton Sand & Gravel Co. 7200 Hemlock Ln., Maple Grove; 763/425 -4191 Commercial Asphalt 7200 Hemlock Ln., Maple Grove; 763/424 -5400 Building Materials The ReUse Center 2216 E. Lake St., Minneapolis; 612/724 -2608 Bauer Brothers Salvage 2432 -2nd St. N., Minneapolis; 612/521 -9492 Scrap Metal Ledar Bros. Iron & Metal Co. 3240 Snelling Ave. S., Minneapolis; 612/721 -6244 Kronick Industries Inc. 3101 Hennepin Ave. E., Minneapolis; 612/331 -8080 Saturday, May 7 AM Items left curbside by 7 AM Saturday and not picked up by Sundav Nip-ht? Call City Hall before Noon on Monday. Mav 22. v' DropwOff — 4W The Annual Shorewood Spring Clean -up offers a combination of curbside pick -up of small household items, and a drop -off site at our Public Works Facility at 24200 Smithtown Road. Curbside pick up will be conducted on Saturday, May 20 beginning at 7 am. Our Public Works facility will be open for residents to drop off items between the hours of 8 AM and 4 PM. Be prepared to show an ID with proof of residency. The following items will be accepted at the Public Works Facility for the fees shown below: ELECTRONICS MISC. ITEMS CD Player Cell one Copier (small) Copier (Medium s 3 Copier (Large Over 50 lbs) omputer ap op Fax Machine Monitor up to Monitor and u rin er sma 1 Printer (large/laser canner _5TT Small Radio Stereo Receiver eac Stereo onso e - Telephones eac Tr TVs (Under TVs TVs TVs and larger) TV's (console) V's (Plasma/L(.,) ewriter UPS atte ac u acuum Cleaner Pl ayer S AMw4 PM Air Compressors Generators Hower I oo s Propane Tanks Under 3 Propane Tanks Uver Table Saws Tool Box Light Fixtures Ballasts Appliances and water heaters 1 Air Conditioners/Water softeners M attresses and Box springs $10/each Urge turniture items Automobile tires eac Truck tires Carpet/padding, rolled/tied with twine long an 12" diameter eac uto atteries no dry cell) LAWN AND GARDEN All equipment must be completely drained of gas, oil and other fluids or it will not be accepted. BBQ Grills Chain Saws; no ga oi Lawn Mower (Push); no gas o awn Mower (Rider); no gas/oil 3 Leaf owers; no gas of Mosquito Magnets Pressure Washers 0 o Tillers; no gas of Snow blowers; no gas /oil Weed Whackers; no gas of 1 Saturday, May 2o, 2006 Plannin,q Commission O NE of THE Planning Commission's top projects for 2006 is a study and update of the C -3 zoning district's allowed uses. Shorewood has three commercial zoning districts. The C -3 district covers general commercial activity and is by far the broadest and most common business district in the city. By way of background, the City is divided into numerous zoning districts as presented in the City's zoning map. Zoning's ultimate purpose is to provide the foundation for a prosperous and harmonious community. To accomplish this objective, zoning establishes the "rules of the game" for property owners. These rules will reflect the preferences of the City's residents. Some cities desire the presence of large commercial or manufacturing activities, while others prefer a largely residential community. Some cities desire the presence of high density, multifamily housing, while others prefer predominately single- family homes on spacious lots. Furthermore, most cities want some sort of orderly transition between land uses. Single - family homes backing up to busy regional shopping centers are rarely a pleasing arrangement. Zoning districts are typically aligned so as to provide buffers between noisy commercial activity or arterial transportation and single- family residences. Some zoning districts are designated for strictly commercial or residential use. Others may permit mixed uses. Within a commercial or residential zoning district, the zoning code specifies basic land use controls. Among other things, a district's zoning code will regulate the location, height and size of structures; the percentage of a lot that must be open space; and, the density of structures and population on the lot. Importantly, for this discussion, a commercial zoning district's code will specify what types of business uses are allowed in the district. Uses within a zoning district are divided into three types: permitted, conditional and accessory. Permitted uses are activities that a property owner can engage in without additional restriction from a city beyond the general ordinances covering the district. Conditional uses are activities on which a city may at its discretion choose to place specific restrictions (for example, hours of operation) at the individual property level. Accessory uses are activities incidental to the principal use of the property (for example, parking lots or signs). The most direct way to prevent unwanted types of businesses in a city is to clearly enumerate what businesses are allowed. For example, Shorewood's C -3 district specifically allows drug stores as a permitted use. However, it does not mention auto assembly plants, so that type of business is not allowed as either a permitted, conditional, or accessory use. The problem with this legal list approach is that it can become outdated, sometimes rapidly. Thus, the intent of the Commission's C- 3 district study is to ensure that the permitted, conditional, and accessory uses allowed in the district appropriate]) reflect the City's current needs. The Commission is revising the list to include business types that are consistent with the character of Shorewood but may not have been included before (for example, coffee houses and personal fitness studios). In other cases, certain business types are being eliminated, such as dry goods stores and haberdasheries which, like revolving barber poles, seem to be nostalgic vestiges of a by -gone era. JeffBailev, Chair Planning Commission THE SHORE REPORT I APRIL 2006 Council Activities Since the last newsletter the City Council: Approved the Fourth Amendment to the South Lake Minnetonka Police Department Joint Powers Agreement. All SLMPD cities (Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood, & Toaka Bay) had agreed to the amendment in concept as a condition to oo to arbitration regarding each city's allocation of SLMPD costs. • Approved an agreement for park and recreation coordination services with Community Rec. Resources, and an agreement for Freeman Park concession operations services. • Approved a proposal from WSB & Associates, Inc, for city engineer services to be provided on an interim basis by Mr. Steve Gurney until a full - time City Engineer can be hired. • Approved a conditional use permit and lot area variance to build on a substandard lot at 27695 Island View. • Approved a zoning code amendment to allow impervious surface in excess of 25% for non- residential properties in the "S ", Shoreland District. • Approved a zoning code amendment to allow day care facilities as a conditional use in the C -3 zoning district. Council on Cable TjiL LAKE MJNNLTONKA COMMUNICATIONS CokINIIssloN (LMCC) PROVIDLS LOCAL CABLE ACCESS SERVICE• TO TIA13 CITY OP SHORMOOD. CIYY C (A':NCIL MEL - FINGS ARE BROADCA6'I' ON C.ABL r CHANNLL 8. A COMPLLTL LIST OF TI ALS SHOREWOOD CITY COUNCIL MUTINGS ARL BROADCAST CAN ESE POUND Ar WPYPKL,4K'C- ;V.0RG. CLICK ON CHANNU, S. YOU MAY ALSO GET PLAYBACK Tlb'IES BY CALLING THE LMCC OF1 AT 952/471- 7125. COUNCIL K11313I'1NGS MAY ALSO BE VILWLD ANY 'TIME AT N'4 *;Y.L;WCC- TD'.0RG VIA VIDEO S rREAMIN-6 ON 'I'M WEB, 3 www. ci. shorewood. mn. us THE SHopE REaor, T / AF ,1L 2006 Senior Corner For more information on the following events, please contact Southshore Center, 952/474 -7635. Attic Sale Thursday, Friday and Saturday April 6, 7 and 8 Now accepting items for the Attic Sale. Thursday, April 6, 5:30 — 8 pm; Cost $5. Friday 9 AM -4 Pm and Saturday 9 A1v1-1 Yu; Free and open to the public. Southshore Centel Volunteer Appreciation Brunch Friday, April 14 Volunteers should call the Center to reserve their space. If you know a volunteer, please take the time to say thanks! Minnesota Streetcar Museum Thursday, April 20; 7 pm Excelsior —Lake Minnetonka Historical Society Annual Program featuring the Minnesota Streetcar Museum, hosted by the Southshore Center. "Celebrate the Cities" Monday, April 24, Noon Join us for lunch as we celebrate our sponsor cities! Call to reserve your spot. The Southshore Center is located at 5735 Country Club Road, Shorewood. The office is open daily from 8:30 AM to 4 Pm. For more information or to register for classes call (952) 474 -7635. Severe Weather Awareness Week A S WARMER WEATHER approaches, the South Lake Minnetonka Police Department reminds you to be aware of the increased potential for weather dangers such as thunderstorms, lightning, and tornados. Severe Weather Awareness Week will be observed from April 17 - 2l. Please visit the Twin Cities office of the National Weather Service at www.crh.noaa.gov /mpz for additional information. The SLMPD also recommends that every home, school and office have an All Hazards Weather Radio. These radios are equipped with a special alarm tone feature that will sound an alert and give you immediate information about a life threatening situation. During an emergency, National Weather Service (NWS) personnel will interrupt routine weather programming and send out the special tone that activates weather radios in the listening area. The hearing and visually impaired can receive watches and warnings by connecting the weather radio to other getting devices like strobe lights, pagers, bed shakers, personal computers and text printers. Receivers can be found at many retail outlets, including electronics stores such as Radio Shack, department stores, sporting goods stores, and boat and marine accessory stores and their catalogs. They can also be purchased via the Internet from online retailers or directly from manufacturers. NOAA All Hazards Weather Radio is not . just for emergencies, It is a round- the -clock source of weather reports and information to lielp you prepare for the day ahead. Each NWS office tailors its broadcast to suit local needs. Dave 11ohertz. South Lake .klinnetonka Police Department Community Events Paws to Read Westonka Library; Saturday, April 1, 1 PM Register online at http:/iwww.helih. org /pubievents/AllEventsAction.cfm or call 9521847 -6175. For children ages 4 -11. Cuddle up with a dog and read your favorite book in this relaxed, fun environment. The human and canine volunteers are certified therapy teams that have been trained to work with young readers. It's tail - wagging fun. Sponsored by Hennepin Count) Library in collaboration with Animal Humane Society. Maud Hart Lovelace Award Reception Ridgedale Library; Tuesday, April 25, 7 PM For children in grades 4 -8 and their parents and educators. Find out who the Maud Hart Lovelace Award winners for 2005 -2006 are and the names of the 2006 -2007 nominees. A Minnesota History Center player will portray Maud Hart Lovelace herself. Enjoy refreshments and more surprises at this evening for book lovers. Sponsored by Hennepin CountyLihrary in collaboration with Metropolitan Lihrary ServiceAgency, Minnesota I`outh Reading Awards. 102 Senior Surf Days Excelsior Library; Thursday, April 27, 9:30-11:30 AM Register online at http: / /vvw".hclib. org/ publeventslAllEi }in or call 9521847-5450. Working hands -on at a computer, seniors are invited to stop by the library and learn the basics about operating a computer, how to search the Internet, and how to access websites of interest to seniors. www ci. shore wood. mn, us 4 Happy Trials HE SUMMER TRAILS are shared by bicyclist, runners, walkers, bird watchers, athletes of all types, and outdoor lovers of all ages. Using the trail system in our area should be enjoyable for everyone. Everyone who is on the trail should be courteous and safe. Here are some suggested guidelines from the Excelsior Fire District. Trail Safety • Travel in pairs if possible. • Tell friends or family the rout you'll be taking and when t expect you home. • Be aware of your surroundings at all times and know where you are on the trail if you should have an emergency or come upon one. • At dawn, dusk, at night, and when visibility is limited, always wear retro- refective attire. • If you have a medical condition wear a medical necklace or bracelet. • It is important to carry some form of identification when using the trail. There are wrist tags and shoes tags available most athletic stores. You can also attach an I.D. tube to your athletic shoes. You can type your name, address, and any pertinent or medical information needed on apiece of paper that fits in a small tube. I.D. tubes are very inexpensive and the information you store in them can be changed at anytime. LD tubes are available at most pet stores and come in different sizes and colors. You can find them by typing "I.D. Tube Pet" into you internet search engine. Organizers of large groups should make sure everyone understands trail courtesy before you set out on your.lourney. Trail Etiquette • If you are passing anyone try to pass them on the left if it is possible. Always call out before you pass that you are "passing on their left ". • Be respectful of others. No one should be forced off of the trail. • If you are going to stop, look behind you first to avoid a collision. Always move to the side of the trail when you stop. • Don't litter, and clean up after your pet. • Please keep pets on a leash and under control. Pet owners using the trail and living near the trail should not allow their pets to disturb, harass or interfere with trail users, horses, or wildlife. Kelli Murphy- Ringate, Excelsior Fire District Road Restrictions THE SHORE REPORT/APRIL 2006 Phosphorus- Free Fertilizer Required S PRINC IS HERE, and few of us can't wait until those first warm days when we can get out and start working in the yard! Although our season might be short, we are proud of our turf. The problem is, that turf may be turning our lakes green. In 2005, the State of Minnesota { restricted the use of lawn fertilizers that contain phosphorus, is the primary nutrient that turns lakes green with algae. Fortunately, most lawns do not need phosphorus; our soil tends to have plenty without adding more. Unfortunately, many stores are still carrying brands containing phosphorus which often times are purchased accidentally, or possibly because it is the only kind left. The key is to know what you are buying. Read the bag. Not only will most bags be labeled Phosphorus -Free, the three numbers listed on the bag should have the number "0" as the middle number, indicating the phosphorus amount. This small effort will make a huge impact on our water quality. For more information on lawn care: Continue Through April 30 U of M Yard & Garden Line, 612/624 -4771 W EIGHT RESTRICTIONS (in excess of 8,000 pounds on any single axle) are placed on local streets through April 30. This measure is taken each year in order to preserve the condition of City streets from serious damage and destruction. Exceptions are made for necessary vehicles, such as school buses and garbage trucks. Exceptions are not made for vehicles such as moving trucks, delivery trucks and construction equipment. Please remind „T €� any delivery personnel or workers on your property of the restriction so smaller trucks can be used as • necessary. All streets are posted with the allowable weight limits. Please call City Hall if you have any questions, 952/474 -3236. U of M Extension Service www. extension. utnn. edit Click on "Garden” then "Lawns ". Minnesota Department of Agriculture www. inda. state. mn. us Click on "Water & Land ", then "Lawn Care and Water Quality ". Minnesota Pollution Control Agency www.pccr.state. mn. us Click on "Water ". www. ci, shore wood. mn. us e PRESORTED STANDARD U.S.POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #30681 MINNEAPOLIS, MN Woody Love, Mayor; Christine lizee, Ward 1; Laura Turgeon, Ward 2; Paula Callies, Ward 3; Martin Wellens, Ward 4 City Administrator: Craig Dawson ••• Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore Map Descriptions Happening in W1 P1: Ward 1, Prednct 1 W1 P2: Ward 1, Prednct 2 The following item is on the April 4, 2006 Planning Commission Agenda: The property owner of 6180 Cathcart Drive is requesting approval of a lot area variance in order to subdivide the property into two lots. A public hearing is scheduled for 7:00 P.M. Stay Informed • Approved Meeting Minutes and meeting agendas are available on the City web site, www. cl. shorewood.mn. us. • View City Council meetings via the web on wwwlmcc- tvorg. THE SHORE REPORT/ APRIL 2006 TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHORE REPORT BY EMAIL: CITYHALL@CI.SHOREWOOD.MN.US CITY OF SHOREWOOD CELEBRATING 50 YEARS • 1956 -2006 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD SHOREWOOD, MN 55331 (952)474.3236 FAX (952)474.0128 Monday - Friday 8 AM to 4:30 PM C 0 z _c E o o 0 t� U 0ts a u C O Council Members PRESORTED STANDARD U.S.POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #30681 MINNEAPOLIS, MN Woody Love, Mayor; Christine lizee, Ward 1; Laura Turgeon, Ward 2; Paula Callies, Ward 3; Martin Wellens, Ward 4 City Administrator: Craig Dawson ••• Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore Map Descriptions Happening in W1 P1: Ward 1, Prednct 1 W1 P2: Ward 1, Prednct 2 The following item is on the April 4, 2006 Planning Commission Agenda: The property owner of 6180 Cathcart Drive is requesting approval of a lot area variance in order to subdivide the property into two lots. A public hearing is scheduled for 7:00 P.M. Stay Informed • Approved Meeting Minutes and meeting agendas are available on the City web site, www. cl. shorewood.mn. us. • View City Council meetings via the web on wwwlmcc- tvorg. THE SHORE REPORT/ APRIL 2006 TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHORE REPORT BY EMAIL: CITYHALL@CI.SHOREWOOD.MN.US