August 1998 Shore Reportzr_tr.�
Hear Us With
There have been some improvements
to the Council Chambers at City Hall
this summer. A built in audio /video
system has been installed which has
resulted in better sound and vision for
those who view the City Council meetings
on Cable as well as those who attend
meetings. We want citizens to be more at
ease about attending meetings and about
voicing their thoughts. The new system
creates a more comfortable situation because:
• People speaking from their seats can
be heard and seen without having to
stand or approach the podium.
• There is not a large visible camera
being aimed directly at the person
who is speaking.
• Microphones are suspended from the
ceiling so that people can be heard
on cable T.V. without having to go to
the podium.
• Visual presentations such as charts, maps,
graphs, data, etc. will be projected via a
computerized system to a screen for
better clarity, and also directly to video
for cablecast of the meetings.
There are still some cosmetic repairs and
improvements slated for this year to
complete the project. The environment
of the Council Chambers will hopefully
have an updated feel and look to go along
with the new sound and view.
All In The Family
P ublic Works employee, Dan Randall
is truly celebrating a 25 year
milestone as a member of the City of
Shorewood crew. He started working
for Shorewood when it was just a village
and he was just a lad. Dan's
father literally housed the
public works department in
his back yard on Smithtown
Road in the early years. He
was also an employee for
Shorewood (then the Excel-
sior Township) from the
1920's to the 70's.
Being the seventh of eight
children, Dan often helped his father
with errands. As a teen, he would
sometimes drive one of the two trucks
to pick up a load of rock or help with
running a backhoe or plow. At the age
of 21, Dan's career with the Village of
Shorewood officially began. He was
then one of a four man crew
people have come to know what a truly
caring and helpful person Dan is because
of his work there. And he approaches
his work for the City in the same spirit
of concern and service for others.
When Dan speaks of his
family, there is an extra
sparkle in his eye. He, his wife
Chris, and their four daughters
live in Tonka Bay. He is very
involved in softball as a player
and as a coach for girl's
softball. In the fall, he likes
to spend time hunting.
Dan credits the department
leadership and staff for the positive work
environment which allows him to go
above and beyond the call of duty in his
service to residents. He has a personal
goal in his work to change public
opinion about the reputation of
government workers. He is proud of the
work ethic and sincerity of the entire crew.
Residents who have seen Dan in action
are impressed by that very thing.
Another avocation which Dan
"inherited" from his father was the
Woodside Cemetery Association. Many
Disaster R
B ecause of widespread damage throughout eight metropolitan area
counties this spring and summer, the City of Shorewood has
become eligible for Federal and State Disaster Assistance funds,
according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
FEMA has indicated that it was a unique set of storms and circumstances
in our area which caused our City to qualify for the federal and state
reimbursement. (continued on page 4)
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T he City of Shorewood has just celebrated the second anniversary of its
initial presence on the world wide web. This communication tool has
been developed with the help of some very loyal residents and a couple
staff members, all at a nominal cost.
While we have tried diligently to keep our site current and informative for you,
we have come short of our goal of late. Our service provider,although cost
effective, has made many modifications which have caused us some down
time. That, coupled with timing of vacations among our small staff has left us
with a "not so up -to -date site." We do apologize and anticipate being more
current in the very near future.
In the meantime, we hope you still find this tool an effective means of getting
information about Shorewood, and also as one method to communicate your
thoughts. Visit us at: www.state.net/shorewood or
Send us a message at: cityhall@shorewood.state.net
H eat
P eople have become increasingly
aware of the need to protect their
own health and the health of their
children from over - exposure to heat and
sun. In the process, we may not always
think of the pets who also depend upon
us for protection. Yes, their un-
domesticated cousins and ancestors have
survived the elements and they didn't
need luxuries such as air conditioning.
Yet these critters in the city who live
with people do not always have access
to relief from the heat.
If your pet is left outside for the day, be
sure it has a sheltered area for escaping
from the sun, heat or severe weather.
And in summer as well as winter, ani-
mals need lots of clean drinking water
throughout the day to
prevent dehydration.
Finally, in all seasons,
pets need your time and
attention because they are
social creatures, too.
T he Excelsior Fire Department
Auxiliary is selling reflective
address markers for your house or
mailbox. Their goal is that the address
of every home in the community will
be properly marked so that emergency
services can find the home more easily
at night and daytime. The effort is also
intended to raise money for the fire
department and the purchase of new
equipment. For more information,
contact the auxiliary at 474 -5364.
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T he City of Shorewood is more than
90% developed. In order to balance
the economic pressure to develop land
and the desire to protect open space, the
Ad Hoc Land Conservation Committee
is developing a Land Conservation
Program for the City.
The Committee has recently started
meeting twice a month. The Committee
consists of three Shorewood residents:
Dean Riesen, Committee Chair; Frank
Svoboda; and Fred Bruno. City staff
involved with the Committee are Jim
Hurm, City Administrator; Brad
Nielsen, Planning Director; and Erica
Johnson, Planning Intern.
The Committee will recommend
objectives and a work -plan for land
conservation to the City Council in
November. The Committee is researching
land protection tools for citizens and local
governments, such as conservation
easements. One of the goals is to educate
the City Council and Shorewood residents
about land protection options with round
table discussions and newsletter articles.
If you have questions about the
Committee or land conservation in
Shorewood, contact Dean Riesen or Jim
Hurm at City Hall (474- 3236). You will
see more of the Committee in future
newsletters.
A trail and park Citizen Review
roup has met on three Thursday
evenings in July. The group of about
sixteen persons volunteered to
participate from a randomly selected list
of citizens. Facilitator, Mark Koegler
of the Hoisington Koegler Group, Inc.,
lead the group through exercises to:
identify issues to be addressed as
part of the trail planning process,
• evaluate each side of the issues, and
• consider options to resolve each issue.
They also spent time reviewing Shorewood's
parks and identifying what might yet be
needed to complete park development.
The results of all the information gathering
will be reported to the Park Commission
at its August 11 meeting. The Commission
will review the material and consider
further steps. For example, the input will
be used to guide park improvement
recommendations in the Capital
Improvement Program and to determine
if and how trails should be pursued.
Gnat Chips?
Wood chips will continue e
to be available at Freeman
0 Park until the supply is
depleted or moored away
forever.
Street Sealcoating
L ast month's issue of the Citizen
Informer included a list of streets
to be given a coat of fresh bituminous,
followed by a new layer of small rock.
One more street has been added to the
projects for August. Wood Duck Circle
will be sealcoated in addition to the
following streets:
Apple Road, Bracketts Road, Brom's
Boulevard, Cardinal Drive, Chaska
Road, Christmas Lake Road,
Christmas Lane, Covington Road,
Deer Ridge, Hillendale, Lilac Lane,
Murray Court, Murray Street,
Radisson Entrance, Radisson Road
and Stratford Place.
Residents should note that the contractor
will post signs for no parking on the
evening prior to the day that work is
scheduled to be done on each street.
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Minnetonka Reminiscences
b y George Day (1845 -1937)
Reprinted courtesy of the Excelsior -Lake
Minnetonka Historical Society
Editor's note:
This segment is a continuation of the oral
history account that was printed in the last
issue of the Citizen Informer. While this is
certainly not one of the many pleasant sides
to our local history, it has been included
because it is indeed apart of the reality of our
local history. It is one account of the turbulent
relationship between tribes of the area.
Indians Return to Their Old
Camping Ground (continued)
I will say here that Cut Nose [referenced
earlier as a leader of a band of Sioux] -
so named on account of the absence of
a portion of that useful member, lost in
fight - was one of the most cruel and
blood- thirsty of the savage band that
under the leadership of Little Crow in
August, 1862, swept the Minnesota
frontier, leaving a trail of murdered men,
women and children.
Cut Nose, the Sioux,
Had Slain Ten Chippewas
Cut Nose was afterward captured and
with thirty -seven others was hanged at
Mankato. On the scaffold he sang his
death song and boasted of killing
seventeen men, women and children.
While he was camped in Excelsior, I
went into Cut Nose's teepee and found
the old villain sitting in state with his
blanket wrapped around him and ten
eagle feathers in his hair, of which he
was very proud. He volunteered the
information by words and signs that
every feather represented a Chippewa
slain by himself. Holding up both hands
and pointing to the feathers he grunted
"Nepo Chippewa."
(George Day published these accounts
in 1918 when he was 73 years old. The
events described in this section occurred
when Mr Day was in his teens. He enlisted
for a three year service in the army,
Company B, Minnesota Volunteers in
1862, at the age of 17)
Council on Cable
City Council meetings can be seen on
Cable Channel at the following times:
August 10 Meeting
Wednesday, August 12 at 5:30 pm
Saturday, August 14 at 10:00 am
August 24 Meeting
Wednesday, August 26 at 5:30 pm
Saturday, August 28 at 10:00 am
Comm unity
Opportunities
For Kids: AlphaBits Music will be at the
Excelsior Library on Wed., August 5 at
7:00 p.m. and the Schiffelly Puppets will
entertain for an End of the Summer Party
on Wed., August 12 at 10:30 & 11:30 a.m.
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Remember to cruise Lake Minnetonka
on the restored Minnehaha yet this
summer. Call the ticket office for prices
and scheduling (474 - 4801). Office hours
are: Wed. to Fri., Noon to 5 p.m. and
Weekends 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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The local Farmers Market
continues in Excelsior on Thursdays
from 2 to 7 p.m. through October. Stop
by Lyman Park on Water Street and see
the variety of wares to buy.
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The Southwest Hennepin Branch of the
American Red Cross is offering classes
in the area during the month of August.
Course topics are CPR and First Aid at
various levels. They also offer Instructor
Courses. Call 872 -3245 for details.
I n 1996 in the metro area, 102,735
gallons of latex paint was collected at
household hazardous waste sites. A
large volume of this paint was still
useable. These are some suggestions on
what you could do with extra paint:
• First of all, minimize the amount of
leftovers by purchasing only enough
to finish the job. Calculate the area to
be painted and plan on approximately
one gallon of paint per 400 sq. ft.
• Consider donating leftover paint to a
school's theater group or a neighborhood
church or community project.
• To keep leftover paint from drying
out, cover the can with plastic wrap
before replacing the lid tightly and
store the can upside down.
• Also keep the paint in a place where
it will not freeze.
• Blend and mix similar colors for
larger jobs or use as a primer when
the finish is not critical.
Be a Center [,
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T he Southshore Senior Community Center has been open Q 4 � ,,
for almost one year and people are discovering what a
beautiful facility it is. The Center is available for rental by groups of various sizes
for business meetings, sports banquets, family reunions, birthday & anniversary parties,
wedding receptions and other gatherings. The rent is reasonable and it is permissible to
serve alcoholic beverages. Call 474 -7635 for details and reservations.
Senior Corner
August Outings for Seniors
For all of the special events described below, call the Center at 474 -7635
for information and to make reservations.
Wednesday, August 5 "Women Through the Ages ", a musical and
theatrical presentation at the beautiful Lafayette Club of Lake Minnetonka.
The cost is $26.50 or $21.50 if you drive. The bus leaves Southshore Center at
10:40 a.m. and returns at 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 6 Noerenberg Gardens - Cost $1 for transportation.
The bus leaves the Center at 10:30 a.m. and returns at noon.
Wednesday, August 12 "The Sunshine Boys" at Hopkins Center for the
Arts. Cost is $12. The bus leaves the Southshore Center at 11:45 a.m.
Monday, August 17 Fundraising Boat Ride - The annual Southshore
Center Fundraising Boat Ride on Lake Minnetonka will be on Monday, August
17. Boarding begins at 11:45 a.m. For only $7 you can enjoy a boat cruise and
a picnic lunch. Space is limited, so call early to reserve.
Thursday, August 27 Visit the new Lake Minnetonka Regional Park.
Lunch, program and transportation cost only $4.50. The bus leaves Southshore
Center at 10:30 a.m. and returns at 1:00 p.m.
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Voting Information
When Primary Election - Tuesday, September 15,1998
General Election - Tuesday, November 3, 1998
Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where Precinct 1
Shorewood City Hall
5755 Country Club Road
Precinct 2
Excelsior Covenant Church
19955 Excelsior Blvd
Precinct 3
Minnewashta Church
26710 West 62nd Street
Precinct 4
Residence on Enchanted Island
4445 Enchanted Point
Who A person is eligible to vote, if at the time of the
election he /she is:
at least 18 years of age
a US citizen
a Minnesota resident for at least 20 days
before the election
not a convicted felon minus his/her civil rights
not legally incompetent
Employees have the right to vote without the loss of salary
before noon on the day of a state general and primary election.
Absentee Ballot
E ligible Shorewood voters may vote by
absentee ballot if they are unable to vote
in person on election day for any of the
following reasons:
Out of town
Illness or disability
Unable to go to the polling place due
to a religious holiday or beliefs
An election judge serving in another precinct
Absentee ballots are available for 30 days prior to each
election. Vote in person at Shorewood City Hall during
regular business hours before election day. Additional
absentee voting hours at City Hall will be: .
Saturday (prior to election day) 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Monday (prior to election day) 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
OR
Complete the entire process by mail. Be sure to apply early
and avoid "speed mail ' handling fees! Allow at least seven
days for the entire process if applying for an absentee
ballot by mail. College -bound residents will want to be
especially aware of this option.
Pre - Registering to Vote
When Deadline for Primary Election
Tuesday, August 25
Deadline for General Election YJ
Tuesday, October 13
Where Stop in at Shorewood City Hall, any Hennepin
County Service Center or Government Center and
complete a voter registration card. Identification is
not required when completed by the deadline.
Who Individuals who:
have never registered to vote.
have moved or changed their name since
they last registered.
have not voted at least once in the last 4 years.
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Election Day Registration
E ligible voters who are not on the official list of voters
(pre- registered) may register at their polling place
during voting hours. The voter must provide proof of
residence within the precinct by one of the following means:
a' Valid Minnesota driver's license, learner's
permit or Minnesota identification card
showing correct/current address in the precinct
w' Notice of Ineffective Registration card mailed
by election headquarters within the two weeks
prior to election day, showing address of voter
in the precinct
Voucher - oath of a pre- registered voter in
the same precinct or of a voter who registers
on election day with one of the above
identifications
There is a NEW option for showing
T proof of residence!
I your photo ID does not show your current address within
the precinct, just present the ID along with a current, original
bill for gas, electric, telephone, cable television, solid waste,
water or sewer services which does show your name and
current address in the precinct. The due date on the bill
must be within 30 days of election day.
How to File to Run for City Office
E very person who is entitled to vote in
Shorewood at any election and is twenty -one
(2 1) years of age is eligible to file as a candidate.
Three municipal offices for the City of Shorewood
will be included on the November ballot:
Mayor, 2 year term
Two (2) Council members, 4 year terms
Individuals who wish to run for an office must
complete an application and pay a $2.00 filing fee
at City Hall. Candidates may file as early as
Tuesday, August 25, 1998. The closing date for
candidate filing is Tuesday, September 8, 1998
at 5:00 p.m.
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Be an Election Judge
Help Wanted: Consider becoming an election.
judge. Employed persons nay be excused
from work without less of pay in order to
serve. Also note that students (over 16 years
of age) are allowed to apt as election judges.
Contact City Hall for more information.
Results and Resources
Some Campaign Rules
Campaign signs not meeting the restrictions of the
municipal code shall be removed by the City.
Political campaign signs shall not
exceed six (6) square feet in all resi-
dential districts or twelve (12) square
feet in all other zoning districts.
Campaign signs shall not be located
closer than ten (10) feet from any
street surface, and shall not be placed
in front of any property without the
consent of the property owner.
(Contact City Hall for other
restrictions that apply.)
Also note these restrictions regarding the polling
place on Election Day:
w' Persons who are campaigning and/or any
campaign materials including literature or
buttons are not allowed in the polling place.
This means that a voter may not even wear a
campaign button or carry campaign material
when they enter to vote.
W , Minnesota Election Laws also prohibit
lingering near a polling place.
"No one except an election official or an
individual who is waiting to register or to
vote shall stand within 100 feet of the
entrance to a polling place."
Campaign activity is now allowed on
election day as long as it takes place at least 100
feet outside the polling location and entrance.
E lection results will be made available as soon as
they are tabulated by the election officials. To
find out results late on election night people can log
on the City's web site or call City Hall and listen to
the recorded message.
There are several ways to access City Hall to comment
or to ask questions related to the upcoming election:
Telephone
474 -3236
The Shoreline (To leave a message)
474 -3236, Ext. #1
Fax
474 -0128
E -mail
cityhall@shorewood.state.net
Web site
www. state. net /shorewood
Mail
City of Shorewood
5755 Country Club Road
Shorewood, MN 55331
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Ma Descriptions
The following item is on the
August 4 Planning Commission Agenda.
The owners of property located at
22695 Murray Street propose to
divide it into two lots, creating one
building site suitable for a single -
family dwelling.
PUBLIC HEARING
The City will hold a public hearing
at 7:00 p.m. on August 4 to consider
an amendment to the City Code
which would add regulations relative
to adult use establishments. (This
topic was mentioned in the July issue
of the Citizen Informer.)
Workshop on Storm Damaged Trees
he Twin Cities Tree Trust will be givigg a free workshop on storm damaged
trees at City Hall on Thursday Actg45, at 6, 30 p.m. Topics covered will be:
dealing with storm damage, preventing dainage ,�'" an arborist, and replanting.
A professional arb t will answer any gttestionS you have about the trees in your
yard. Residents a courtoed to take a&'antage of this unique opportunity.
The City is also eonidering future workshops on tree planting and tree care.
Sessions might include derrionstratYfl tg and information on planting, pruning,
selecting species, or whatever interest 01-1. Discounted trees may also be available.
Workshops would be one to two hours in length during evenings or on weekends.
Please come to the storm damage workshop on August 27, and if you are interested
in participating in future tree planting and 'care wbrkshop please call the Shoreline
(474 -3236, Ext. #1) and tell us.what topics interest you!
Disaster Relief - from page 1
Current estimates show that the storms
cost the City of Shorewood approximately
$123,000. The expense reimbursement
from the State and Federal Government is
expected to be about $85,000. The
difference will come from City funds on
hand and therefore will not have
immediate impact on local property taxes.
Of course, the damage to private homes,
businesses and other organizations is not
accounted for in this type of disaster relief.
One option for private storm damage is
through special disaster loans offered to
residents and businesses.
The U.S. Small Business Administration
has federal disaster loans available for
residents and businesses in Hennepin
County. The application filing deadline
for physical damage is August 24 and
March 25, 1999 is the application deadline
for economic injury. Call 1- 800 -359 -2227
for details.
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5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
SHOREWOOD, MN 55331
(612)474.3236 N FAX 474.0128
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General Election
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