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December 2000 Shore Report£ E t ^ 3: U2 • DE CEMBER :?000 A T THE END OF EACH CALENDAR YEAR, the City, County, School Districts and Special Taxing Districts hold public hearings where people can review the various budget plans for the coming year. The public is invited to gather information, ask questions, make comments, and offer suggestions on each agency's budget plan. The schedule for the upcoming meetings is as follows: City of Shorewood December 4 at 7:00 P.m. 5755 Country Club Road Shorewood (952) 474 -3236 Minnetonka School District 276 December 5 at 7:00 P.m. District Service Center 5621 Highway 101 South Minnetonka (952) 401 -5024 Mound Westonka District 277 November 30 at 7:30 P.M. Shirley Hills Primary School Media Center 2450 Wilshire Blvd. Mound (952) 491 -8007 Hennepin County December 7 at 5:30 P.m. A2400 Government Center Minneapolis (612) 348 -3011 Metro Special Taxing District December 6 at 6:00 P.M. Mears Park Centre 230 Fifth Street East St. Paul (651) 602 -1738 See page 4 for more information on the City of Shorewood Financial Plans for 2001. IF Community Events .... 2 Communications Corner . 2 Council on Cable ....... 3 A S OF THIS PRINTING we still do not have the results of the Presidential Election, but we do know who the City of Shorewood Mayor and Council will be in January 2001. Mayor Woody Love was re- elected for a 2 -year term. John Garfunkel and Laura Turgeon were elected to serve a 4 -year term, joining Christine Lizee and Scott Zerby on the City Council in January 2001. Senior Corner ........ 3 SHOREWOOD EVENTS O S PA O 1 3 ?)0 Recycling News ........ x 12/4 7:00 O O INSERT 12/5 7:00 Planning Commission Meeting UJ CJ ' 2 Dog License App. INSERT 12111 7:00 City Council Meeting O _5 6 7 8 9 2001 Finance Plan ..... 4 12/12 7:30 Park Commission Meeting QJ 10 1 1 12 13 14 15 16 Snowplow Safety ..... 5 12/12 5:45 LCEC Meeting UJ 4t O Planning Commission Meeting 0 17 18 wt THE 11 !� • DE CEMBER :?000 A T THE END OF EACH CALENDAR YEAR, the City, County, School Districts and Special Taxing Districts hold public hearings where people can review the various budget plans for the coming year. The public is invited to gather information, ask questions, make comments, and offer suggestions on each agency's budget plan. The schedule for the upcoming meetings is as follows: City of Shorewood December 4 at 7:00 P.m. 5755 Country Club Road Shorewood (952) 474 -3236 Minnetonka School District 276 December 5 at 7:00 P.m. District Service Center 5621 Highway 101 South Minnetonka (952) 401 -5024 Mound Westonka District 277 November 30 at 7:30 P.M. Shirley Hills Primary School Media Center 2450 Wilshire Blvd. Mound (952) 491 -8007 Hennepin County December 7 at 5:30 P.m. A2400 Government Center Minneapolis (612) 348 -3011 Metro Special Taxing District December 6 at 6:00 P.M. Mears Park Centre 230 Fifth Street East St. Paul (651) 602 -1738 See page 4 for more information on the City of Shorewood Financial Plans for 2001. IF Community Events .... 2 Communications Corner . 2 Council on Cable ....... 3 A S OF THIS PRINTING we still do not have the results of the Presidential Election, but we do know who the City of Shorewood Mayor and Council will be in January 2001. Mayor Woody Love was re- elected for a 2 -year term. John Garfunkel and Laura Turgeon were elected to serve a 4 -year term, joining Christine Lizee and Scott Zerby on the City Council in January 2001. Senior Corner ........ 3 SHOREWOOD EVENTS S PA T 1 T Recycling News ........ x 12/4 7:00 Truth in Taxation Meeting INSERT 12/5 7:00 Planning Commission Meeting UJ ' 2 Dog License App. INSERT 12111 7:00 City Council Meeting 3 4 _5 6 7 8 9 2001 Finance Plan ..... 4 12/12 7:30 Park Commission Meeting 10 1 1 12 13 14 15 16 Snowplow Safety ..... 5 12/12 5:45 LCEC Meeting UJ 12/19 7:00 Planning Commission Meeting 0 17 18 19 20 21 23 Winter Season Info . 5.7 UJ Shorewood Map 12/22 12 -4:30 Holiday - City Offices Closed 2 25 26 27 28 29 30 ....... 12125 Holiday -City Offices Closed 31 Underlining indicates cablecast of Council meetings —see schedule on page 3. t 952 Area Code Becomes Mandatory on January 14th S HOREWOOD's NEw 952 AREA coDE goes into "official" mode on January 14, 2001. Last February the decision was made to split the 612 area code into three different codes: 612, 763, and 952. For the past ten months, those new area codes have been functional. As of January 14, they are mandatory. The 952 area code will serve Apple Valley, Bloomington, Burnsville, Eden Prairie, Edina, Hopkins, Lakeville, Minnetrista, Minnetonka, Mound, Orono, St. Louis Park, Watertown, Wayzata, and other communities to the south and southwest. The boundary line separating the 952 and the 763 area code approximately follows Interstate 394. Communities south of I- 394 and to the south and southwest of Minneapolis will have the 952 area code. You'll need to dial ten digits to make a local call between area codes. However, the local calling area has not changed. If a call was local before the area code change, it is still local. If a call was long distance prior to the change, long distance rates still apply. Community Events Holiday Happenings: Saturday, December 2nd Celebrate the season on this special Saturday in Excelsior and Shorewood. Horse -drawn hayrides, expert ice carvers, quartets of carolers, sweet- tasting treats, a Christmas pageant, and lots of gift - giving ideas as well. Where: Downtown Excelsior, Smithtown Crossing (Hwy. 19 -Tonka Bay), and Shorewood Village Shopping Center (Hwys. 7 and 41). When: 9:30 A.M. -8 P.M. Holiday Home Tour: Sunday, December 3rd Historic homes decked out in holiday splendor and celebrating family traditions. Call (952) 474 -6461 for details. "Festival of Lessons and Carols ": Sunday, December 17, 4 P.m. Trinity Episcopal Church, 322 Second Street The Trinity Episcopal Church of Excelsior will continue the tradition of ancient hymns and scripture readings. The Old Log Theater Presents: "Little Red Riding Hood" The Old Log's Holiday Children's Show this season is "Little Red Riding Hood, " the classic fairy tale by Charles Perrault. Performances are on Saturday, December 2; Saturday, December 9; Saturday, December 16; and Saturday, December 23. Performances are at 2 P.M. The ticket cost is $10. For more information call 474 -5951. Honored Mayor Love o :: Clean Water Work S HOREWOOD MAYOR WOODY LOvE traveled to Washington D.C. last month as part of a delegation receiving a national award for their work with the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes Clean Water Partnership. Mayor Love served on the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD). That group was honored by the CF Industries National Watershed Awards program. Each year the CF Award recognizes one corporation and three communities nationwide for their outstanding leadership in protecting America's water resources. One of the largest cleanups of urban lakes in the country, the Clean Water Partnership was started several years ago to improve the water quality in Minneapolis' Chain of Lakes. As a result of those efforts, Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun received an "A" rating last year, while Lake Harriet received a "B + ". As a member of the MCWD, Mayor Love took a leadership role in mobilizing resources and people to support the cleanup efforts. "Woody played a pivotal role in the success of the Clean Water Partnership," says Pam Blixt, board president of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. "Initially the restoration of wetlands was very unpopular with residents. Woody went house to house talking with neighbors, and communicated with design engineers and construction crews. His commitment to cleaner lakes was unwavering." THE SHORE REPORT /December 2000 2 T HE PICTURE OF the first Thanksgiving shared by the pilgrims and native Americans at Plymouth Rock is indelibly etched in our national scrapbook. Did you know that a somewhat similar scene took place the very first year that "pilgrims" appeared in the area we now call home? It was the fall of 1853. One year earlier, New Englander George Bertram had organized the "Excelsior Pioneer Association," enrolling nearly 40 friends and acquaintances in a plan to build a new settlement at Lake Minnetonka. Within that year people were arriving, land was being claimed (at $1.25 an acre), and homes were being built. On Thanksgiving Day, 1853, the Reverend Charles Galpin invited everyone to share the feast at his log home. Thirty friends and neighbors from Excelsior and nearby Chanhassen Township crowded together for a meal of "baked beans, potatoes, turnips, biscuits, butter and cranberry sauce." The men's efforts to put meat on the table garnered only one raccoon. The menu was meager, but the fellowship was reported to be enthusiastic, as they gave thanks to God for bringing them safely to their new home in Minnesota. T HE CONSTRUCTION of Eddy Station — the new structure at Freeman Park — is well underway. The building structure is now standing and the siding and shingles are in place. Both water and sewer connections have been completed. Interior construction work has begun. Eddy Station will house restroom facilities, a concession area, park maintenance equipment and will serve as a shelter area for park visitors. Lunch with Santa Come visit Santa at the Center on Saturday, December 9, from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. A hot dog lunch will also be available for $2.50. Call to reserve your lunch spot. We'll also have videos, art activities, gifts, and prizes. Recycling Schedule Pick -up will be Thursday, December 28, for both the mainland and the islands. No Waste Holiday Ideas As you are gift- buying this season, consider the impact of your gift. Is the gift environmentally friendly and safe for children? Will it be reusable? Is it recyclable or made from recycled materials? Here are some "no- waste" ideas: theater tickets; membership to a non- profit organization or museum; give a garden -- seeds, gloves, tools, etc.; bird feeder and seed; create a family recipe book. Be creative, and have fun! Wrapped in Love Council on Cable City Council meetings can be seen on Cable Channel 8 at the following times: Monday, November 27 Meeting Friday, December 1 at 1:30 P.M. Tuesday, December 5 at 5:30 P.M Friday, December 8 at 1:30 P.M. Monday, December 11 Meeting Tuesday, December 19 at 5:30 P.M. Friday, December 22 at 1:30 P.M. The Excelsior Mill Merchants have asked the Center to do the "Wrapped in Love" gift wrapping service. This is a fundraising project for the Center. Volunteers are needed to wrap gifts on the Saturdays and Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas, between noon and 5:30 P.M. All supplies provided. Call if you would like to help. AAA Driving Class AAA will offer a four -hour class on Thursday, December 14, from 1 -5 P.M. Call toll free at 1- 888 - 234 -1294 to register. Holiday Lunch and Party The Tillman Trio will entertain in the holiday spirit following the nooi lunch on Monday, December 18. The cost is $4. Reservations are needed by Tuesday, December 12. Holiday Closing Info The Southshore Center will be closed on December 22 and 25 for the Christmas holiday, and December 29 and January lfor New Years. 3 THE SHORE REPORT/ DECEMBER 2000 Cty Financi, aill Plans for: 20 1 What are the City's revenue sources —and how does the City propose to spend funds? This is a visual description of the financial plans for the City of Shorewood for the coming year Both the anticipated revenue and budget amounts for 2001 equal $3,127,790. The specific dollar figures are available from City Hall for public review at any time. CITY OF SHOREWOOD PROPOSED 2001 GENERAL FUND REVENUES Where do your property tax dollars go? This example illustrates how property taxes are distributed. TOTAL PROPERTY TAXES on a $225,000 home in Shorewood is Those dollars are divided among the following four categories: City of Shorewood 15% fiRt t Special Districts _. 8% $316 Hennepin ity 30% 1,213 School District 47% $1,847 CITY OF SHOREWOOD PROPOSED 2001 GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES CITY SERVICES PROVIDED FOR $611 • Police protection • Fire protection • Street maintenance • Snow plowing • Parks and trails • Building and other inspections • Other City services The above figure relates to Minnetonka School District #276. Includes Metropolitan Council, watershed Districts, and other government agencies. THE SHORE REPORT/ DECEMBER 2000 4 Helpful Tips For Travel In the Ice and 'now' j V� \IL� j !r� L� 7 4` 71 1, �L / J L o n 1� V ,� L o 1 Nn 7 LII K- �7 1, % f Sand & Salt Barrels o help keep your driveway and walkway safe, residents of Shorewood can purchase a 50 gallon barrel filled with a sand and salt mixture. The cost is $40.00 for the initial barrel and $30.00 for refills. Send a check along with your request (including your name, address and phone number) to the City of Shorewood, 5755 Country Club Rd, Shorewood MN 55331. The Public Works Department will contact you to schedule a delivery time. Snowplow Safety Don't assume that plow drivers can see you. Their field of vision is limited. The patterned area of this diagram indicates all of the blind spots. Never pass on the right. Plows are pushing snow and spreading sand to that side of the road. Before You Go .. A T g � A 5 5 drive Snowplow operators work hard to make the Cit.;. safely of Shorewood's roads as safe as possible for yon; Motorists are asked to help this winter by slowi n, down, keeping a safe distance from snowplowin; equipment and driving safely. park Typically plows are not called out until the en(" off -road of a snowfall event so driveways are no repeatedly plowed shut. Yet, residents an( businesses are asked to refrain from parking o the street after a 2" snowfall to allow snowplov operators to plow curb -to curb. plan Make sure your vehicle is prepared for Minnesota' ahead harsh winters. Test your anti - freeze, battery, brake: exhaust and lights. Equip your vehicle with boosts cables, windshield scraper, shovel, road flare,( blankets and a winter survival kit. Pack flashlights, hand/foot warmer packets, firs prepare aid supplies, high energy candy or snacks to Survive brightly colored cloth to tie on vehicle's antenn, for help if stranded, candle, matches and a smal metal container to melt snow for drinking water pencil, paper and change for phone calls. Watch For current road conditions call the 24 -hour state the wide recorded road condition information weather numbers: 1- 800 -542 -0220. It is recommended that all residents take the tim, early in this season to check the condition of thei check mailbox and its supports. The City will no your replace mailboxes that are damaged from t1K mailbox force of the snow coming off the plow. Snowplow operators pay close attention to avoi(' mailboxes and other obstacles within the righ of way. However, in the event a plow makes contac" with the mailbox or support post, the mailbo) will be repaired or replaced with a standard mailbox. The US Postmaster requires that mail boxes be 42" from the street to the bottom of the mailbox. Residents are responsible for clearinf their mailbox area of snow to insure delivery. 5 THE SHORE REPORT I DECEMBER '2000 It's Time For Some Winter Fun . . . HE CITY PLANS TO OPEN THE SKATING RINKS AS SOON AS THE WEATHER COOPERATES. That means several days of sustained below- freezing temperatures and a few other conditions which are out of our control, must occur. Signs will be posted at the three warming houses when the ice is ready for use. Badger, Manor and Cathcart parks have both free skating facilities and warming houses operated by rink attendants. Badger and Cathcart also have hockey boards and nets. Silverwood Park has apond which is groomed for a free skating rink when the ice is determined to be safe. Warming House hours will be as follows Mondays - Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Winter Break (12/21 - 1/2) December 24 *December 25 *December 31 * .ta€ Leary 1 3:30 P.m. - 9:00 P.m. 3:30 P.m. - 10:30 P.m. 9:00 A.M. - 10:30 P.M. 12:00 NOON - 9:00 P.M. 9:00 A.M. - 10:30 r.m. Noon - 3.. Closed Noon - 9 P.M. 9:00 A.M. -10 :30 P.m. : +lc liclay l oun will dgmd ulvii availability of amnciants. tall City I lull for specifies (4 3236). Closing tunes may vary slightly if rink is not in use or'ran attendant is not available. Warming houses will be posted when closed. A Nate to 1 (trettts T Is €MPORTANT to make arrangements in advance to pick up your children at the end of their skating time. The telephones in the warming houses are for emergency use only and will be locked when the attendant is outside. The 10.00 P.M. curfew for juveniles .1.4 years and younger will be enforced. Rink attendants are required to follow City regulations themselves, as well as to see that others do the same. 11't? welcome any comments regarding our rink operations. P INCOME OP WE Snowmobile Season Begins December IIE C ITY WOULD LIEGE. TO REMIND ALL RESIDENTS OF l BE, 11EGULivrIONS IN FORCE THROUG T CITY. A FEW O F THE MAI POINTS ARE LISTFI) HFRF ! Snowmobiling is allowed in designated areas frotn. December l to March 31. y # Snowmobiles are prohibited from the LRT Trail, all City parks and wetlands. + Sn ow€ iobile operation is allowed between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 10 :00 P..m. Sunday - Thursday. Curfew time is extended to 11 :00 P.�t. Friday and Saturday nights. 1€ The speed limit withi Shorewood is 10 M.P.H. ♦ Penalties for violations may include impoundment of the snowmobile, as well as a fine, especially for Driving Under the Influence {DUI;) offenses. 1 Anyone horn after 12/31n9 must have a Snowmobile Safety Certificate with them when driving a snowmobile in Shorewood. Youth driving a snowmobile under 14 years of age must have a Certificate and be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Questions. comments or complaints can be directed to oath Lake Minnetonka P €ablic {Sgfel3, 74 -3261, or the Cdy o 51iorewoo , at 4 74-3236. THE SHORE REPORT / DECEMBER 2000 C, Looking for a job? Why not be a rink attendant? The season is approximately two months. Applicants must be dependable, friendly and 16 years or older, Competitive salary with an end of the season bonus to those who qualify! Apply at City Nall, T HE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL Resources (DNR) offers approved Snowmobile Safety Training Classes throughout the Twin Cities metro area. Upon completion, students taking this course will be required to demonstrate proficiency on a snowmobile. The course is open to anyone 12 years of age and older. Class size is limited and pre- registration is required. For more information, call the DNR information line at 651 - 296 -4819. The line will post class locations and dates. You may register for a class by contacting the appropriate location. The cost of this course is $5 per student. All riders 14 to 20 years old are required to have a Snowmobile Safety Certificate in their possession while riding within Shorewood city limits. Here Comes Winter... ® UR SOUTH LAKE MINNETONKA Police Department reminds us: be ready for winter! Each season of the year brings with it different hazards, but the winter months can be particularly treacherous. Winter storms are of primary concern since their effects can immobilize entire regions, cause havoc on the roadways, strand commuters, down trees and power lines, stop the flow of supplies, and disrupt emergency services. Extreme cold often accompanies a winter storm which can further aggravate an already serious situation. It is important to be familiar with the terminology used by the National Weather Service concerning winter storms. Those terms are: Winter Storm Watch Severe winter conditions such as heavy snow and /or ice are possible within the next 12 to 48 hours. Winter Storm Warning Severe winter weather conditions are occurring or are expected within a few hours. Blizzard Warning Considerable falling and/or blowing snow, frequent visibilities less than one- quarter of a mile, and frequent wind speeds of at least 35 mph are expected. Wind Chill Factor The cooling effect upon exposed skin produced by the combination of cold temperatures and wind. Staying alert to weather conditions in our area this winter through the local media is a good- -and safe- -idea for everyone. Think You, Election Judges! 0 vER 40 SHOREWOOD RESIDENTS, including three high school students, contributed a generous part of their day to serve as judges for this year's elections. Many worked from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. for a minimal stipend. Some even contributed their time for free. It was a long day for many, so we want to let all of you know that your work was very much appreciated. We recognize that without you, we would not be able to come to the polls to vote. Thank you very much for your time and effort. The City also thanks the providers of the host locations for the three other precincts: The Excelsior Covenant Church, Minnewashta Church, and the LaBore residence on Enchanted Island. Your service to the community is much appreciated. T HE. CITY IS SEEKING APPLICANTS for Planning Commission appointments. To apply, submit a letter of interest to the City. Resumes are optional. The application deadline is December 29, 2000. Interviews will be scheduled in early January. For more information, please call 474 -3236. Toys for Tots T HE CITY WILL PARTICIPATE in the "Toys for Tots" drive this year. A collection box is available at City Hall. You are invited to drop off your donation of new, unwrapped gifts by December 15. Making the Best of a Minnesota int r Being prepared for winter can minimize the potential risks to you and your family during the winter season. Here are some common sense things to do: • Keep ahead of winter storms by listening to weather reports on local media. • Keep your vehicle winterized; use good tires rated for snow /ice conditions. • Keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle. • Winterize your home by installing storm windows, adequate insulation, and weather stripping around doors and windows. • Stock extra batteries for radios and flashlights. • Consider a safe alternate heat source and supply of fuel. Once a winter storm has arrived, here are some additional tips: • Listen to the local media for the latest weather emergency information. • If you plan to be outside, dress in layered clothing and avoid over- exertion. • Wear a hat, since most body heat is lost through the top of the head. • If your vehicle becomes stranded, stay with it until help arrives. Do not try to walk for help during a blizzard. (Information courtesy of South Lake Minnetonka Police Department) 7 THE SfiORE REPORT/DECEMBER 2000 CA rir y h PROGRAJ, s a fi z`�! �`` � � 4� J 'mss � � S ��`�y��"°.�� `� y 'l <• � '� S+�%;w..,F; `s.,: - .s,.. <.u:. , _�::SC -2`� �af� ,?y�. .. y `` � ..,.. 'LyYrw N' s• 's��'F' °�,.CGX'L :. educing clear water inflow and infiltration (UI) into the sanitary sewer system is desirable from both an economic and environmental standpoint. Reducing the amount of clear water in the sanitary system should reduce the charges levied by the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) in addition to reducing the operating time of pumping stations. As part of this I/1 reduction program the City will continue its annual system- televising program to identify any problems and will undertake projects to repair infiltration of groundwater into the system. The one major project to be undertaken in 2001entails rehabilitation of the Shady Island and Birch Bluff lift stations. Also, sanitary sewer lift stations will be rewired to allow connection of emergency generators. The planned improvements will allow the Department of Public Works to cycle each lift station with a generator until power can be restored. All cities in the Lake Minnetonka area are working jointly to have their lift stations wired in the same way such that generators can be utilized between communities. •'ts..../ F: H. F;.Yfr�F. u:7.e� „car Introduction ach year the City of Shorewood prepares a five -year Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Based on City policies, it schedules projects and purchases over the next five years and identifies funding sources for each. The program is broken into functional sections. Plans for 2001 are briefly described in this report. A copy of the complete five year program can be viewed at Shorewood City Hall, at 7:00 p.m. Monday, December 4. The Capital Improvement Program will be presented and public input heard. Financial Planning Funds are earmarked and traced very carefully by the City Council. Members of the City Council feel that it is very important to keep up the infrastructure of the City. Needs, resources and financial projections change over the years. Therefore, the Capital. Improvement Program should be very fluid. This program is to be reviewed and updated at least annually based upon priorities established by the City Council. It is a very important financial planning document as it projects the City's capital improvement needs and identifies the financial resources to meet those needs. Each project or purchase identified in this program is approved individually by the City Council. ....�� /b.,5 Y,' ".. !3'.. .� L r y i f ,X'� i _.: .£ %.h 2, :j C. :v eL: he City completed its stormwater management plan in 2000, utilizing the one -foot contour aerial topography _ maps. This major undertaking was mandated by the State Legislature. As part of this plan, key ponding areas and drainage improvements are identified and prioritized as major projects. As part of the 2001 projects, a regional pond location will be identified and programmed for construction. The City recognizes that such a regional pond is vital in controlling runoff rates and treating surface water runoff prior to the discharge into wetlands and lakes. �r 0 ne project scheduled for next year is the in- terconnection of the Woodhaven Well with the City of Excelsior. In addi- tion, a minor pump repair project is planned at the Boulder Bridge location. The City plans to use Municipal State Aid funding on several projects in 2001. This includes the following projects: 0 Highway 7 and 41 road realignment. 0 Improvements and traffic signal installation at the Smithtown Road/County Road 19 intersection; 0 Smithtown Road (east portion) bituminous overlay and Shouldering. The City has also committed to working with the State of Minnesota in closing accesses to Highway 7. In addition, the entrance to the Shorewood Shopping Center, the service road and access to Lake Linden Drive will be improved. The City maintains approximately 49 miles of roadways and is continuing to implement a Pavement Management System. This system rates the condition of all City streets and schedules appropriate maintenance for the purpose of extending the life of the street as long as possible. Work which could be scheduled ranges from patching and sealcoating, overlay, and reclamation to a full reconstruction of the entire street. The City Council's policy is to not assess property owners for any of these improvements. Before any reconstruction project is undertaken, property owners will be notified and a public information meeting held to get input on the project. Beyond that, property owners will be kept thoroughly; informed throughout any project. The City plans to replace and upgrade several of its computers, in addition to purchasing a new copier. Several windows with broken seals will also be replaced at City Hall. T he City has a separate Park Fund, which is funded largely by Park Dedication Fees charged to newly created lots. The following projects are scheduled to be completed in 2001: 0 Badger Park bleacher replacement; 0 Resurfacing of the Cathcart Park tennis courts 0 Several other small projects are planned. T he Park Commission and the City Council have committed to undertaking a community-oriented, citizen - involved trail planning process. In part, the process includes identifying potential trail segments and evaluating them, developing working concepts, providing information to the public on early trail concepts, walking potential trail routes with neighbors to identify problems and concerns and completion of evaluations. The Commission will then prioritize potential trail routes and schedule them in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). An inclusive trail design process involving all area residents is included in the process. The end product is to be a package of design recommendations worked out with neighbors of the proposed trail segment. Until this process has been completed, trail construction has not been incorporated in the CIP, City of Shorewood / December 2000 ,y The City plans to use Municipal State Aid funding on several projects in 2001. This includes the following projects: 0 Highway 7 and 41 road realignment. 0 Improvements and traffic signal installation at the Smithtown Road/County Road 19 intersection; 0 Smithtown Road (east portion) bituminous overlay and Shouldering. The City has also committed to working with the State of Minnesota in closing accesses to Highway 7. In addition, the entrance to the Shorewood Shopping Center, the service road and access to Lake Linden Drive will be improved. The City maintains approximately 49 miles of roadways and is continuing to implement a Pavement Management System. This system rates the condition of all City streets and schedules appropriate maintenance for the purpose of extending the life of the street as long as possible. Work which could be scheduled ranges from patching and sealcoating, overlay, and reclamation to a full reconstruction of the entire street. The City Council's policy is to not assess property owners for any of these improvements. Before any reconstruction project is undertaken, property owners will be notified and a public information meeting held to get input on the project. Beyond that, property owners will be kept thoroughly; informed throughout any project. The City plans to replace and upgrade several of its computers, in addition to purchasing a new copier. Several windows with broken seals will also be replaced at City Hall. T he City has a separate Park Fund, which is funded largely by Park Dedication Fees charged to newly created lots. The following projects are scheduled to be completed in 2001: 0 Badger Park bleacher replacement; 0 Resurfacing of the Cathcart Park tennis courts 0 Several other small projects are planned. T he Park Commission and the City Council have committed to undertaking a community-oriented, citizen - involved trail planning process. In part, the process includes identifying potential trail segments and evaluating them, developing working concepts, providing information to the public on early trail concepts, walking potential trail routes with neighbors to identify problems and concerns and completion of evaluations. The Commission will then prioritize potential trail routes and schedule them in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). An inclusive trail design process involving all area residents is included in the process. The end product is to be a package of design recommendations worked out with neighbors of the proposed trail segment. Until this process has been completed, trail construction has not been incorporated in the CIP, City of Shorewood / December 2000 2001 Dog License t is time to renew your dog's license for the upcoming year. The City of Shorewood requires all dogs kept in the City, and over the age of six months, to be licensed and registered, including those allowed by special permit. For your convenience, the application form is provided below, or come in and apply in person at City Hall on weekdays from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. CITY OF SHOREWOOD DOG LICENSE APPLICATION FOR 2001 INSTRUCTIONS: For each dog, mail or bring in the Rabies Certificate, the completed Application Form and the Total Amount Due to the City of Shorewood, 5755 Country Club Road, Shorewood, MN 55331. A license tag will not be issued without a printed copy of the current rabies vaccination from your veterinarian. An additional kennel license is required for owners with more than 2 dogs. This can be obtained at City Hall. 1. Dog's Name: Age :_ 2. Dog's Name: (Please Print or Type) Breed:___ Color: Sex: M / F Date of Rabies Shot: Rabies Tag #: Breed: Color: Age: Sex: M / F Date of Rabies Shot: Rabies Tag #: 3. Dog's Name: Breed: Color: Age: Sex: M / F Date of Rabies Shot: Rabies Tag #: Veterinarian / Clinic: Phone #: Owner's Name: Home Phone: Work Phone: Address: MN I plan to contain my dog(s) on my property by: Kennel Fence Tie it up Other Electronic Fence System No Plans Total Number of Dogs in Household: X $5.00 = License Fee Total Number of Dogs in Household: X $ .50 = + Mailing Fee Total Number of Dogs in Household: X $1.00 = + Late Fee (after Jan. 31, 2001) Total Amount Due = $ THE DOG TAG SHALL BE SECURELY ATTACHED AROUND THE DOG'S NECK AT ALL TIMES DURING THE LICENSE PERIOD. EXPIRES JANUARY, 2002. All information collected by this agency is public pursuant to State Statute. 73c Oder oX Won4rXal w)Iff hit ca�� THE SOUTHSHORE COMMUNITY CENTER 5735 Country Club Road, Shorewood Call to reserve a room for your party, large or small You'll be happy with the price. Jo Ann at (952) 541-1019 The following items are on the December 5 Planning Commission Agenda: At 7:00 P.M., the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for approval of a conditional use permit to allow a building addition to the church facility for Our Savior's Lutheran Church at 23290 State Highway 7. 2 The property owner at 26080 Birch Bluff Road is requesting approval of a setback variance that would allow him to replace the foundation under his home. A public hearing is scheduled for 7:15 P.M. 3 The owner of property located at 26865 Edgewood Road would like to build an attached garage and a future gazebo. The total combined accessory space will exceed the 1200 square feet permitted by City Code. The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow the additional accessory space. A public hearing is scheduled for 7: 30 p.m. 4 The Planning Commission will review the site plan for a proposed addition and remodeling of the commercial building located at 24470 Smithtown Road. A public hearing is not required. Annual Dog License A pplication Enclosed CITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD SHOREWOOD, MN 55331 (952)474,3236 M FAX (952)474.0128 Monday - Friday 8.00 A.M. to 4:30 P.m. 'r 0 Z Newsletter Editor: Steve Harris DELIVER TO: THE SHORE REPORT / DECEMBER 2000 BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #128 EXCELSIOR, MN 55331 newsletter S T is printed an recyofed paper. h' COUNCIL MEMBERS Woody Love, Mayor Kristi Stover John Garfunkel 5 Christine Liz& -71 Scott Zerby Newsletter Editor: Steve Harris DELIVER TO: THE SHORE REPORT / DECEMBER 2000 BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #128 EXCELSIOR, MN 55331 newsletter S T is printed an recyofed paper. h'