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April 2003 Shore ReportAPRIL r T " i v •,e O 4 . *a r.� IN THIS ISSUE Park/TrailTalk .............. Senior Corner .............. Spring Clean -up ........... Building Permits ........... Early Shorewood.......... . Planning Commission...... Council Activities .......... Severe Storm Awareness ... Commission Openings ..... Property Tax 101 ........... Planning Map .............. Road Restrictions .......... Construction Updates...... Impact of State Aid HE GOVERNOR'S BUDGET proposal includes cuts in only two State aids to cities: Local Government Aid (LGA) and Market Value Homestead Credit (MVHC). Under the Governor's plan, Shorewood would lose all of these aids in 2003 and 2004, or $139,000 annually. For 2003, this amount represents 2.8% of the total of the City's property tax levy plus State aids, or 2.4% of the tax- supported General Fund. Compared to many other cities in the metropolitan area and throughout Minnesota, these proposed cuts are relatively minor for Shorewood. LGA is mostly a needs -based formula; Shorewood has received less than $9,000 annually in recent years. MVHC varies with property valuation but is capped at $304 on an individual property tax bill. Given the low amount of LGA and slow increase in the number of residential units, Shorewood has had to rely largely on its own resources to provide city services. The City Council, sensitive to this fact, has approved budgets designed to perform a limited scope of City services well. It is important to continue funding to operate these basic services. The City has been able to collect revenue for capital improvement funds. One possibility to cope with the removal of State aids is to reduce the amounts placed in capital funds, and thus not compromise on -going City operations. At the same time, City services will be reviewed to ensure that they are meeting priorities or providing good value; those that are lacking may be discontinued. Public safety services are provided by two organizations owned by South Lake Minnetonka cities: the Excelsior Fire District, and the South Lake Minnetonka Police Department. EFD includes Deephaven, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood, and Tonka Bay; SLMPD includes all of these cities except Deephaven. The impact of the Governor's proposal on area public safety services is difficult to predict, as each city will need to decide what it can afford for them. The four SLMPD cities, for example, would lose $205,000 in 2003 and $245,000 in 2004 in State aids; cuts to Excelsior Reductions represent half of each amount. Several proposals are circulating about limiting the ability of cities to increase property taxes in 2004, and perhaps future years. It will be a few months before the dust settles at the Capitol. Typically, obligations like the one, for the new public safety facilities are exempf . from levy limits. Shorewood's payments for these new facilities will increase approximately $200,000 in 2004. The City Council and its staff are monitoring activity at the Legislature in order to make timely and effective responses to legislation likely to be enacted. 0 Board of Review ROPERTY OWNERS SHOULD have receive(_ their property valuation notices in the mail from Hennepin County. Questions yo have regarding your valuation should b; directed to the City Assessor, (952) 249 -4644, or the Hennepin County Assessor's office (612) 348 -3046. If you are not in agreemer." following your discussion with the assessor you may appeal to the Local Board of Reviev scheduled for Monday, April 21, 7 PM, a' Shorewood City Hall. For more information on the propert; valuation and appeal process, and ho` valuation affects property tuxes, read Property Tax 101 on page 7. Q Up comin City ■ -- Meeting Minutes and Agendas are available on the City Web site, www.ci.shorewoodmnus after they are approved. 418 7:011 Planning Commissi Southhore Center 418 7:001 Park Commission M 4/14 7 :00 City Council Meetin 4/95 7:00 Planning Cornmissi 4/21 7:00 Local Board of Revi 4/25 Arbor Day 4/28 7:04 City Council Meetin Meeting Minutes and Agendas are available on the City Web site, www.ci.shorewoodmnus after they are approved. THE SHORE REPORT I Apri 1 2003 Park/Trail Talk Trash Finding Its Way Into Parks N OT ONLY IS SHOREWOOD blessed with beautiful parks, but the City is fortunate to have a "linear" park system as well —the North Corridor of the Southwest Regional LRT Trail. There are also other short pedestrian space segments throughout the City that fall into this category. Park commissioners recently toured segments of the LRT within Shorewood city limits to assess spring clean -up needs. While pleased that visible trash and garbage was minimal, dog feces were plentiful. It also appears that many residents along the trail are disposing of brush and yard waste onto the LRT 100 foot right of way. The Hennepin County : Regional Railroad Authority owns the 100 -foot right -of -way in which the LRT falls. Three Rivers Park District (formerly Hennepin Parks) leases the 12 -foot surface for non - motorized recreational use. Section 5 of the Three Rivers Park District Ordinance clearly states it is unlawful for any person to place any debris or pollutants upon any park district lands including brush and yard waste. This includes the entire right- of -way. Disposal of household garbage and construction materials has also increased in Freeman Park. Most recently, three cans were nearly filled with personal trash and empty liquor containers. Other items found disposed of in parks include tires and construction debris. Shorewood tax dollars pay to have this trash removed. May 17 is Shorewood Spring Clean - Up Day (see page 3). Brush and yard waste, bundled and bagged can be picked up at that time. If your trees and bushes have been professionally trimmed, brush removal should be part of this service. If you are performing this task yourself it is necessary to dispose of this waste on your own property in an appropriate manner. It is unlawful to transport brush and yard waste for disposal on public parkland or on neighboring wetlands. If you have a disposal issue that is not handled in the Spring Clean-up article on page 3, please contact City Hall at (952) 474 -3236. Please help us keep our beautiful parks and trails clean! N Sue Davis Park Commissioner I MISINFORM g in _ 1 2,71 To receive more information or to register for any of the following events please call the Southshore Center at (952) 474 -7635. Bunny Boutique and Bake Sale, April 11, 9 AM -1 PM, A spring craft and bake sale at the Southshore Center. Shop for spring craft items and home baked goodies. While shopping enjoy a cup of coffee with a homemade breakfast roll. Attic Sale, April 24 -26, This event begins with a preview sale night on Thursday, April 24th from 6 to 8:30 PM. The cost is $5 and includes appetizers and beverages. The sale to the general public with free admission will be Friday, April 25, 9 AM to 6 PM and on Saturday, April 26 from 9 AM to 1 PM. Contributions for the sale are also needed and can be brought to center beginning April 7. Items accepted include: household items (no large appliances or TVs please), costume jewelry, collectibles, toys, books and vintage clothing (no current clothing please). Pork Chop Dinner, April 27, 11 "-I PM, A grilled pork chop dinner will be served at the SouthShore Center. The cost of the dinner is $6.50 for adults for 1 chop and $8 for 2 chops. Children's meals and take -out meals are also available. Tickets are available at the center or can be purchased at the door on the day of the dinner. Graduation time is right around the corner! The Southshore Center is available for rental. Please call (952) 541 -1019 for complete information and pricing. Two New Rules Proposed for Shorewood Dogs T HE CITY COUNCIL recently asked the Park Commission to review Shore - wood's rules for dogs on the LRT. The Park Commission discussed this ordi- nance, and others concerning dogs in the parks, at its March 11 meeting. The City Council considered these recommenda- tions at their March 24 meeting. Three Rivers Park District enforces rules and ordinances on the LRT from April 1 to November 15. During the other months, it is Shorewood's respon- sibility. Therein lies the problem: (1) While Three Rivers requires that pet owners have in their possession a device to remove dog feces, Shorewood currently has none; (2) Three Rivers also requires that dogs be on a six -foot leash, but Shorewood did not. The Three Rivers Park District has cited individuals on the LRT for violations ofboth ofthese ordinances. Clean -up After Pets To be consistent with Three Rivers, the Park Commission recommended that Shorewood's ordinance be amended to require dog owners have a device for clean -up in their possession at all times. The Commission recommended that the requirement be extended to all trails, sidewalks, pedestrian spaces and parkland within the City of Shorewood. Leashes The Park Commission has recommended that the Shorewood ordinance be amended to mirror that of Three Rivers. The Park Commission further suggested that Shorewood ordinances be changed to require a 6 -foot leash on all City trails, sidewalks and pedestrian spaces and that dogs be leashed at all times while in City parks. The Park Commission recognized that these four - legged friends bring enjoyment and love to their owners; Pets... Continued on page 5 www.ci.shorewood.mmus 2 THE SHORE REPORT / APRIL 2003 Recycling News Spring Clean -up Day — Saturday, May 17th Markyourcalendarandthinkspring! TheAnnual Shorewood Spring Clean-up offersa combination of curbside pick -up of yard waste, brush and small household rubbish, plus a limited drop -ofi site for appliances, large furniture, batteries and tires. Alternative ideas for donating Curbside Collection Instructions usable items: ✓ Put your yard waste curbside in tied bundles and bags by 7 AM. Bags of ARC yard waste should not exceed 301bs. or they will not be picked up. 612 -866 -8820 (Call for pick -up or drol ✓ Brush should be cut into four -foot lengths, bundled and tied. off sites) ✓ Carpet, W or less, no more than 12" in diameter and tied with twine (no wire) can be left curbside. ✓ General household rubbish including very small furniture items may also be placed curbside. Items should be small enough to be easily picked up by one person. Items NOT Accepted Curbside or at Public Works: ✓ Construction debris (lumber, blocks, cement, sheetrock, cabinets, doors, railroad ties, etc.) ✓ Lawn Mowers or Small Engines ✓ ` Pressure Tanks ✓ Household Hazardous Waste SALVATION ARMY 612 - 332 -5855 (Call for pick -up) CARPET DISPOSAL 763 - 441 -8300 (Call for price /info) Other Disposal Options: Before bringing materials to one of tb . following facilities, you should call ti confirm what is currently accepted a given facility, do they have a pic up service, do they charge to accel materials, etc. Wood Waste South Metro Sort & Recycle 3230 W 130th St., Shakopee 952 -445 -5755 Dem -Con 3601 W 130th St., Shakopee 952- 445 -1848 Computers/Electronic Equipment Abrax Systems, Inc. 6446 Flying Cloud Dr., Eden Prairie 952- 944 -9264 Computer Recyclers Louisiana Ave. & 27th St., St. Louis Park 952- 920 -0850 Concrete & Asphalt Midwest Asphalt 6401 Industrial Dr., Eden Prairie 952 - 934 -8514 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 (The Green Institute) 2216 E Lake St, Mpls 612- 724 -2608 Bauer Brothers Salvage 2432 2nd St. N., Mpls 612 -521 -9492 3 www.ci.shorewood.mn.us If you have questions about the Annual Spring Clean -up, or about disposal of items, please contact City Hall at (952) 474 -3236. THE SHORE REPORTI APRIL 2003 Building Permits Required Early Shorewood B UILDING SEASON Is APPROACHING, and there is a variety of construction activity taking place in Shorewood, including the building of new homes and making improvements to existing structures. Examples of home building projects that require a permit include a structural change, windows, re- roofing, siding, plumbing, heating, new additions, decks, yard sheds over 120 square -foot roof area, finishing basements, remodeling, retaining walls over 4 feet high, pools or hot tubs over 36 inches deep or over 1500 gallons and fence construction. If you are unsure if you need a building permit for a project, please contact City Hall before you start. Why Get a Permit? building inspector when the project is completed. Where are Permit Applications? Building permit applications are available at www.ci.shorewood.mn.us or at Shorewood City Hall Monday - Friday between 8 AM and 4:30 PM. Additional information required to be submitted depends on the nature of the project. Generally you need to show what the project is, how it is to be constructed and how it will impact the property. This usually requires two sets of plans and a survey or site plan. Please allow 7 to 10 working days for a permit to be issued. To assist residents, there are some guidelines for some common projects available at City Hall and more will be added as time permits. Does Every Project Need a Permit? Some projects do not require a permit but are controlled by regulations. Examples include driveways, yard sheds under 120 square -foot roof area and on- grade patios. Please contact us if you plan this type of improvement so we can help you understand the requirements. If you have any questions you can contact Pamela Helling or Patti Helgesen for zoning regulations and Joe Pazandak for building codes at (952) 474 - 3236.& The purpose of a building permit is to provide the Building and Planning Departments with an opportunity to inspect for safety and compliance with City ordinances and building codes. This is for your protection and safety. A new state law requires contractors to have a license for most residential construction projects. Before you allow any contractor to start work, please be sure a permit has been obtained. Also make sure you have a receipt of the final inspection made by the City Council on Cable City Council meetings are broadcast on Cable Channel 8 at: March 24 Meeting WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 5:30 PM FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 1:30 PM TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 9:30 AM THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 9:30 PM April 14 Meeting WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 1:30 PM TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 9:30 PM THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 9:30 AM April 28 Meeting WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 5:30 PM Before You Dig G OPHER STATE ONE CALL Is the free service provided by the State of Minnesota to have all underground utilities marked before any digging takes place on property. State law requires that 48 hours before any digging takes place, Gopher State One Call be notified. They will then call all affected utility companies and a representative will mark the location of underground utilities so anyone digging on the property can avoid hitting them. This call is free and it is the law! tR Call (651) 454 -0002 Lake Minnetonka Ice -Out W ARM TEMPERATURES MARK the beginning of spring in many communities, but in Shorewood we know that it isn't truly spring until the ice is gone from Lake Minnetonka. A tradition recorded back as far as 1855, Lake Minnetonka ice is designated as "out" when it is possible to make way by small boat from any one shore to any other shore through any passage on the lake. Ice -out dates have been determined using this method since 1968. Previous methods included: When ice was 90% gone, when a boat could circle Big Island, when a boat could travel between Wayzata and Excelsior, when a car fell through the ice, or by visual observations from limited lake locations. Historically, the earliest ice -out on Lake Minnetonka occurred on March 11, 1878, while the latest was May 8, 1856. The average ice -out date is April 15, although in the recorded history of 1855 -2002, the ice -out never actually occurred on that day. The most common ice -out day during this period of time was April 17 and April 18. In more recent years, Ice -Out has occurred in April, the exception being in the year 2000 when it occurred on March 18. Last year's Ice -Out was April 16. For a complete list of Ice -Out Dates, 1855 -2002, visit the Freshwater Society Web site at wwwfreshwaterorg/ iceout.html, or call the Freshwater Society at (952) 471 -9773. TD Community Events Spring Cleaning Hennepin County Eco- Yard Saturday, April 12, 9 am W HAT EVERY Eco -YARD needs to kick -off the season. Hands -on activities to demonstrate how to prepare the prairie and wildflowers, shrubs, fescue lawn and rainwater garden for the growing season. Register for this free class at (612) 348 -9266. S www.ci. Shorewood. mn. us THESHOREREPORT/Aprll 2003 Planning Commission Notes YPICALLY, THE ONLY direct contact that Shorewood residents have with the Planning Commission is through the public hearing process. On those rare occasions that residents do attend a public hearing, it usually concerns an issue about which they feel that they have an important stake. Unfortunately, however, many residents do not have an understanding of the purpose and procedures involved in public hearings. As a result, they sometimes go away dissatisfied with the process. The primary purpose of a public hearing is to provide information to the residents of the City on matters where there may be a community-wide interest. Apublic hearing allows the City to present information to all interested parties at one time. It also permits those interested parties to raise questions and present relevant information concerning the matter at hand. Public hearings are required by state law to be held in situations where the City is considering granting a variance, a conditional use permit or an interim use permit. Public hearings must also be held when developers request preliminary plats for their properties or in the case of proposed rezonings or changes to the Comprehensive Plan. Although the City is not required to do so, typically if there is a proposed change to City ordinances that relates to planning issues, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing. Notification for a public hearing must be made no less than 10 days before the hearing. That notification is published in the City's official newspapers and mailed to property owners within 500 feet of the affected property. The City will sometimes send notice to areas beyond this limit when they feel that it will directly affect a larger area. Planning Department staff discusses the salient points of the case and may make a recommendation. • Applicant's comments: In the case where a resident or business is requesting something from the City, the applicant has an opportunity to present his /her case and respond to the staff presentation. • Public comments: Residents and other interested parties are given time to make their views known regarding the case. • Planning Commission Discussion: The Commission discusses the case, typically asking questions of the City staff and the applicant. • Recommendation: The Commission is a recommending body only. While the City Council typically gives the Commission's views considerable weight, the Council has final authority regarding the case. Public comments are perhaps the most misunderstood element of the public hearing process and desires to understand residents' opinions. The Commission wants to be made aware of any important new information that residents may have that might have a bearing on the case. The public comments portion of the hearing is not designed to be a forum for residents to interrogate the applicant or City staff. Depending on the size (and temperature) of the audience, the Commission may be more or less lenient in allowing the public multiple opportunities to interject comments as the meeting proceeds. Most public hearings are held on the Commission's first Tuesday meeting of each month. The hearings represent local government in action. Everyone is welcome to attend. Check the Commission's agenda at the City's Web site at wwwci.shorewood.mn.us.M Elements of a Public Hearing • Staff analysis: The Shorewood Jeff B ailey Planning Commission, Chair Id Council Activities Since the last newsletter, the City Council: • Participated in a discussion with the Director of Transportation for Hennepin County regarding the potential construction timeline for the County Road 19 project. • Heard comments from residents along Smithtown Road opposed to a proposed trail along the northern side of Smithtown from the LRT trail to the Victoria municipal border. • Approved a request for retrofitting of the bleachers and installation of a warning track at Freeman Park by South Tonka Little League and Tonka Babe Ruth Association. • Approved a recommendation that the excess land at the end of Church Rd. be sold to the adjacent property owner. • Held public hearings for a request foi easement on Vine Street, and also request for vacation of undevelop& street right -of -way on Enchantec Point. • Denied a request for setback variance on Chaska Road. • Approved a preliminary plat foi Spruce Hill, 2nd Addition, on Yel. lowstone Trail. • Approved appointments to the Park, Foundation for Ken Dallman anc Gordon Lindstrom. Pets Continued from page 2 however, increasing comments frorr. residents regarding these problem cannot be ignored. The growing, unhealthy feces accumulations, errant dogs leaving the trails to roam private property, and dogs running loose during sporting events in the parks, must be considered in balancing the overall enjoyment of City facilities. The Park Commission members who own dogs agreed that these rules were reasonable and necessary and acknowledged that responsible pet owners may already be following them. C Pat Arnsi Park Commission, Chair www.ci.shorewood.mmus THE .SHORE REPORTIApril 2003 Severe Storm Awareness Week April 7 - H, 2003 D uring the month of April, the State of Minnesota recognizes Severe Storm Awareness Week. It is during this time that all residents are encouraged to re- educate themselves about what they should do during severe weather. By mid -April, we generally see the first severe thunderstorms and tornados in the area. The Minneapolis area is rated number eight on the Top Twenty Tornado -Prone Cities with populations over 100,000 in the U.S. This means that the chance of a tornado occurring close by is pretty high! To prepare, you should have a safety plan for your family, similar to the type of plan you have in case of a fire in your home. Park Commissioner Needed T HE CITY OF SHOREWOOD Park Commission is in need of one member of the community interested in the park and recreation needs of the City to join the Park Commission. This seven- member commission is an advisory board to the City Council. It researches and reviews issues affecting the parks in our community, making recommendations of action to the City Council. The Park Commission meets once a month on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 rM. at City Hall. Occasionally additional meetings are needed as determined by the Commission. This volunteer position is for a two -year term, ending January 31, 2005. If you are interested, please send a letter of interest to the City of Shorewood, 5755 Country Club Road, Where to Go The preferred place of safety during LMCC Po s i t i o n severe storms and tornados is in the A s A CHARTER MEMBER of th basement away from the west and south 1 1Minnetonka Cable Commission walls. If that's not possible or there isn't time, you should get to a center portion of your home away from windows and under a stable piece of furniture. An interior bathroom is ideal. If you are in a car or mobile home and it is in an area with no permanent structure, you should get out of the vehicle/home and get into a ditch. Safety Equipment The following items should be stored in your basement, or in the area of your home where you would go in case of a severe storm warning: Battery Powered Radio with extra batteries Flashlight with extra batteries Candles Blankets Matches Bottled Water First Aid Kit Canned Goods Manual Can Opener Work gloves and sturdy shoes (LMCC), the City of Shorewood is required to have a resident representative on the Commission. This Commission meets just four times per year on the third Thursday of the month. LMCC administers the cable franchises for our area (currently only Mediacom). Activities the Commission oversees include: Operate 4 public access channels devoted to government meetings, education, public issues and public creative use; - Monitor law changes; Tornado Alerts If a tornado "watch" is issued for the area, it means that a tornado is "possible" and that a tornado could develop at any time. If a tornado "warning" is issued, it means that a tornado has actually been spotted, or is strongly indicated on radar, and it is time to go to a safe shelter immediately. Shorewood, 55331, or e-mail cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn.us, or fax to (952) 474 -0128. Interested candidates will have a brief interview with the City Council prior to the appointment. For additional information about the Park Commission, or the available volunteer opportunity, please contact the City at (952) 474 -3236. 'Q Maintain a Public TV Studio facility and conduct training programs. Residents interested in serving on the LMCC should send a letter of interest to the City of Shorewood, 5755 Country Club Road, Shorewood, 55331, or fax to (952) 474 -0128, or e -mail cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn.us. Interested candidates will have a brief interview with the City Council prior to the appointment. For more information on the LMCC, contact the City at (952) 474 -3236, or the LMCC directly at (952) 471- 7125, or visit the LMCC Web site at www. Imcc -tv. org/ Q If you see a tornado, seek shelter immediately! Even though it may be an incredible sight, it is not worth the high risk to watch. For more information on severe storm safety, contact the Minnesota Safety Council, (651) 291 -9150 or visit their Web site at wwwmnsafetycouncil.org or the National Weather Service at www.nws.noaa.gov /. www.ci.shorewood.mn.us 6 Open THE SNORE REPORT / APRa, 2003 Property Tax 101 Propertytax statements were mailed by Hennepin County in late February and early March, so homeowners should have received their statements by now. Property taxes for 2003 are based on a property's 2002 estimated market value and tax levies adopted by school districts, Hennepin County and the City in 2002. Factors Determining Property Tax How Do We HANGEs iN PROPERTY TAX bills are the result of a variety of things. Budget growth in County, City and school districts account for approximately 3% of the 2002 -03 property tax change. Any bond referenda approved contributes another 5% to the change. State tax reform is the largest portion. This 9% increase for 2002 -03 is due to state tax law changes, which shifted: more tax burden onto homeowners. , Property Appreciation market value of your property online at http://Www.co.hennepin.mn.uslpinsl. Market value is determined by the selling price of similar homes in your area, and is also based upon the results of physical inspections made each year by Hennepin County Assessors. Adjustments are also made for building additions, remodeling and other improvements. To Learn More Compare? 2003 Tax Rate Comparisons Hopkins ......................... 56.961 Chanhassen ................... 44.157 St. Louis Park ................ 37.636 Excelsior ....................... 36.481 Eden Prairie ................... 36.016 Shorewood .................... 32.378 If you have questions or concerns about Minnetonka ................... 32.059 the market value of your property, you can contact the Hennepin County Assessors by calling City Hall at (952) 474 -3236, or the Hennepin County Assessors Office at (612) 348 -3046. The Assessor will review your property records and sales information with you. If you still do not agree with your market value, you have the right to appeal. The appreciation of area property values also affects the change in your property value. Home owners are notified in late February and early March of the recorded market value of their home for the upcoming year. This means that you were notified in February/March 2002 what market value would apply to this year's property tax. You can also find the "market value =the price that would prevail under competitive, open - market conditions." www.ci.shorewood.mn.us 7 CITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD SHOREWOOD, MN 55331 (952)474.3236 FAX (952 )474.0128 Monday - Friday 8 AM to 4:30 Pen DELIVER TO: City Council Members: Woody Love, Mayor John Garfunkel Christine Lizee Laura Turgeon Scott Zerby Editor: Julie Moore PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #128 EXCELSIOR, MN 55331 This newsletter is printed on recycled paper. What's Happening in the City? Public Safety 0 Building Site 7�Scuthsh shore Center I � ro ad e stnithtown 2 m e ai Map Descriptions The following items are on the April 15 Planning Commission agenda: 1 The owner of property located at 23880 Smithtown Road (County Rd. 19) is applying for a conditional use permit which would allow for a six - foot -high fence near the front property line. A public hearing is scheduled for 7:00 P.M. 2 The property owner of 23625 and 23675 Smithtown Road (County Rd. 19) is requesting approval of a simple subdivision to create one additional lot for a single - family dwelling. A public hearing is not required for this application. Construction Updates Public Safety Facility T HE BIDS FOR THE REMAINING $6 million opened in early March and will be awarded by the end of March. Construction should continue in April and the Public Safety Facility is scheduled for completion in December 2003. A January occupancy is expected. Cub Foods Shorewood A LTHOUGH THE CITY HAS not been notified of an exact timeline of construction for Cub Foods, the ground has been prepared and construction is beginning. Cub Foods has indicated that a fall opening is expected. 0 S s Road Restrictions EIGHT RESTRICTIONS FOR local roadways are in place through April 30. All roads leading to a subdivision are posted with the allowable axle weight rating. Residents are responsible for informing their service providers of the weight restrictions in their area. For questions regarding these restrictions, contact the City at (952) 474 -3236. N Watermain Flushing C ITY CREWS WILL be performing the annual spring watermain flushing during the months of April and May. Residents should be aware that the process causes household water to become discolored for a short time. See the City Web site in mid -April for dates. or call the Shoreline at, (952) 474 -3236, extension 1. THE SHORE REPORT I APRIL 2003