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Spring 1992 Shore Report5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD SHOREWOOD, MN 55331 City of Shorewood CITIZEN INFORMER U.S. ATE POSTAGE PAID OPEN, DEMOCRATIC GOVERNMENT PERMIT #128 IS ENHANCED BY AN INFORMED POPULACE EXCELSIOR, MA 55331 DELIVER TO: OPEN GOVERNMENT This newsletter is an effort by the Shorewood City Council to keep Shorewood Citizens informed of municipal affairs. The City's Statement of Purpose and values are reflected by the statement in this newsletter heading... "Open, democratic government is enhanced by an informed populace." We hope you read and enjoy the City's quarterly newsletter. In addition, the City Council sponsors the cablecasting of City Council meetings. They meet the evenings of the second and fourth Mondays of each month. The meetings are video recorded and then cablecast on Channel 21 the following Wednesday at 3:00 pm and Thursday at 7:00 pm. The second meeting of many months will be a work session with only a consent calendar acted upon. If, because of brevity these meetings are not cablecast, the consent calendar will be read at the next meeting so all action taken by the City Council will be explained on television. Lake Minnetonka Area City Administrators have a monthly half hour program entitled the "Tonka Report ". Check Channel 21's program guide which continuously shows upcoming program times. #y This publication is printed iP ; on recycled paper. SPRING 1992 WILD ANIMAL CONTROL! No, the lions and elephants are not coming to Shorewood... but the racoons are, and it appears.... they are here to stay. In response to an increasing number of calls from residents regarding such wild animals as racoons, Chanhassen Public Safety (with whom we contract to receive animal control services) has established a policy to effectively deal with these problems. In the past, wild animals that have been invading garages or stealing from b.ru feede.J '. ave b—e to transported further in the wild, or killed. Actually, we have learned that wild animals such as racoons are so territorial that even if relocated, they frequently die as a result of wandering to a point of fatal exhaustion in an attempt to get home again. Because people move to communities such as ours for, among other reasons, an opportunity to be closer to nature, it has seemed more practical to deal with the wild animals other than disposing of them. Experience that has taught us that other than the unusual sick animal, most wildlife is attracted toward residences because a food source exists (food left out for the family cat or excess bird feed falling onto the deck, for example). Therefore, an effective way of dealing with wild animals being attracted toward residences is to eliminate the food source. The Animal Control Officers will have information available for anyone dealing with pesky animals. Residents are encouraged to contact an Animal Control Officer with any questions or problems. During business hours, an Animal Control Officer can be contacted at 937 -1900, ext. 3, or by calling your local police department after hours. PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Y - LA - e day &-%P IN i ) i v Polls open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm. Precinct 1 - North side of Highway 7, West of County Road 19 intersection. Voting Place: City Hall, 5755 Country Club Road Precinct 2 - South side of Highway 7 to Vine Hill Road and the area North of Highway 7, East of Lake Minnetonka. Voting Place: Excelsior Covenant Church, 19955 Excelsior Boulevard Precinct 3 - West of Eureka Road. Votin2 Place: Minnewashta School, 26350 Smithtown Road Precinct 4 - Enchanted Island and Shady Island. Voting Place: Robert Rascop's Residence, 4560 Enchanted Point, Mound Any question please call City Hall at 474 -3236 BUILDING PERMITS REQUIRED Another building season is approaching us, 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 building projects that require a permit include a structural change, bedroom windows, reroofing, 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 construction of a fence. If you are unsure if you need a building permit for a project, please contact City Hall before you start. 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. Before you pay a contractor for a job, be sure you have a receipt of the final inspection made by the building inspector and that any corrections are complete and have passed a reinspection. Building permit applications are available at City Hall between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. 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 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. 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 Patti Helgesen for zoning regulations and Joe Pazandak for building codes at 474 -3236, we will be happy to assist you. 'A\� IMPORTANT.... �l I); ,-'.',pR��Es METER READING CARDS TO BE MAILED TO ALL CITY WATER USERS BY MAY 1 During the last few years, we have been experiencing a difference in the readings between the inside and outside meters of many of the City's water customers. In some instances, the difference between these readings has been quite large, resulting in much larger than normal water billings for those customers. In 1990 the City Council began a program where, once a year, a representative of the City would obtain the inside water meter readings for all water customers and calibrate the outside meter reading to the inside meter reading. This helped to alleviate some of the problems; however, it became increasingly difficult for the City representative to gain access to a large number of inside meters. Because of this difficulty, the Council has decided on another approach. Beginning this year, and continuing each year hereafter, the City of Shorewood will, once a year, mail out meter reading cards to all city water customers by May 1. We are asking customers to read both their inside and outside water meters, list the readings on the card in the spaces provided, which will be clearly marked, and mail the cards back to the City by May 20. The return postage will be paid by the City. A City representative will recalibrate the outside meter of customers whose meters have a discrepancy of 10,000 gallons or more. A late fee of $5.00 will be assessed to the account of customers who do not return the card by May 20. PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT UPDATE The new iron removal plant went on line in January and will provide treated water to the Southeast area of town. It may take two to three months for the "red water" to disappear, so hang on to those in -house iron removal systems a while longer. The extension of Old Market Road to its intersection with Highway 7 was started in August. The project includes the reconstruction of about a half mile of frontage road and signals at Highway 7. All site grading and utility work along with the gravel base and curb and gutter were completed. Road paving was halted due to the Halloween storm. The majority of the project should be completed by June, weather permitting. City water was extended to the residents of Pine Bend and the road is being reconstructed. Due to poor subgrade soils, the bituminous pavement will not be placed until this coming spring. Construction will begin as soon as weather and road weight limits allow - most likely after May 1. The majority of the earthwork was completed on the new Public Works site this past season. The site is located north of City Hall, on the north side of County Road 19, and will include a new salt /sand storage building and maintenance garage.Construction will begin again as soon as site conditions, weather, and road weight limits allow. Both the maintenance garage and salt /sand building are scheduled for completion by late fall. Grading, seeding and pond excavation work will begin in the summer for Silverwood Park which will become a Southeast area neighborhood park. See the proposed park site plan in this newsletter. In 1992 the City will be reconstructing two sanitary sewer lift stations, and Church Road is slated for street drainage, and water improvements. 1992 is also slated to be a major planning year, with the City Council and staff looking at assessment, storm drainage, and street policies. We strongly encourage public input, and are more than willing to answer any questions you may have. Give us a call! A MESSAGE OF SAFETY FROM YOU FIRE DEPARTMENT Do you have a smoke detector(s) in your residence? If so, when is the last time you physically checked it out to see if it's working? It's a good habit to check it monthly for proper operation. It's also a good practice to change the battery twice a year. Make it a habit, when you change your clocks in the Spring and Fall, change the battery in your smoke detectors. Perhaps you've disconnected the battery in one of your detectors because its' alarm sounds when your cooking; it may be placed to close to the cooking source. Take a few moments to check its' placement and move it if necessary. If you don't own a detector, make it a point to go out and buy one .... soon!!! There are many U.L. tested models on the market for around $10.00. Whether you live in a newly built home, an older home, or an apartment, please install smoke detectors to ensure your families' safety in the event of a fire. Install one on every level in your home including the basement. One should be placed outside each sleeping area also. Many fires occur when you and your family are sleeping during the night time hours. Toxic gases and smoke can quickly numb your ability to think and react. Installing smoke detectors could save your like or the life of someone you love. For more information on fires and fire safety, please contact the Excelsior Fire Prevention Office at 474 -5364 during business hours. You should know... NEWS On January 8th all members of your Shorewood City Council signed a list of commitments to the City. Each has committed to: Represent the interest of all people served by the City and not favor special interest inside or outside of this public organization. Not use my service on this Council for my own personal advantage or for the advantage of my friends or supporters. Keep confidential information confidential. Approach all Council issues with an open mind. Prepare to make the best decisions for everyone involved. Do nothing to violate the trust in those who elected me or to the Council or to those we serve. • Focus my efforts on the mission of the City and not on my personal goals. • Never exercise authority as a Council member except when acting in a meeting with the full Council or as I am delegated by the Council. Establish as a high priority my attendance at all meetings of the Council and Commissions on which I serve. • Come prepared to contribute to the discussion of issues and business to be addressed at scheduled meetings, having read the agenda and all background support material relevant to the meeting. • Represent Shorewood in a positive and supportive manner at all times and all places. • Observe the parliamentary procedures outlined in Roberts Rules of Order and display courteous conduct at all meetings. Refrain from intruding in administrative issues that are the responsibility of management, except to monitor the results of actions taken. Avoid conflict of interest between my position as a Council member and my professional life by carefully complying with the City's Code of Ethics (Section 105.04). If such a conflict does arise, I will declare that conflict before the Council, and refrain from voting on matters of which I have a conflict. Support in a positive manner all actions taken by the City Council even when I am in a minority position on such actions. Agree to serve as a liaison on at least one Commission and an affiliated organization. As a Council liaison I will: - Attend all meetings. - Make reports of all meetings to the City Council at their next regularly scheduled meeting. Participate in an annual strategic planning session, Council self - evaluation programs, and whenever possible attend Council development workshops, seminars, and other educational events that enhance my skills as a Council member. SENIORS Minnetonka Community Education and Services operates a Senior Skills Bank for senior citizens who need occasional help in maintaining their homes. Chore workers are available who can do yard work, housework, small electrical & plumbing repairs, etc. Any senior in this city is eligible to use this referral service. Contact the Senior Skills Bank by calling 470 -3488. SILVERWOOD PARK IMPROVEMENTS PLANNED iF, \ _ __ " \ 'y�\ \ �Na1Jie � ` �\• � \`_�51; \1 11, I I � . •• hall 11`jI I � —'-�' wetland Trei y I � � te r-\ \ Obeervellon Area \ M• � ;•\\ tt`, � —^ \ \\\ .,•r.,. [......... 'V `, J/ mil/ Pond lee Skelind Development in Silverwood Park, \Hill \�R ' which is on Covington Road \ ' ' ` "\' MULTIPLE USE BUILDING will begin this summer. Grading the land in preparation for the planned improvements and seeding will be done in 1992. Also to be completed this summer will be ��, ArEa \ < i I i i I U. I excavation of the pond as shown' on the master plan. Currently, t. �, t 1 � ��. \ Q there is very little open water Eafliln in the wetland area but excavating to CL dEp, Cli of abou $ iv v. greatly diversify the habitat plus ? allow for winter skating. f' v 41: Shown here is the master plan for , - 4 " �';% ��Fu Sidewalk SILVERWOOD PARK Silverwood Park. When the park is ' MASTER PLAN complete it will include a nature trail, ` ���; .•a` . ice skating, tennis courts, a play area; a sliding hill and a warming house & t •_ picnic shelter. The wetland trail and 1 � observation area are listed as potential ` �i / MOI[ /.r •r +.,, . •,. •.M .•.law future projects only. ' '" " " "" ""' "'• =��" •1 My <ao..arr, . ,w There have been opportunities for public input �. and an opinion survey taken in the neighborhood in the last several years. However, if neighborhood residents have further comments or questions they are encouraged to call City Hall or stop in at the Trail Public Information meeting, Tuesday, March 24 between 2:00 and 4:00 pm and 7:00 and 9:00 pm. Park Commissioners and staff will be happy to visit with you about the Silverwood Park Plan. Park Commissioners meetings are the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 P.M. CITIZEN INPUT REQUESTED The Shorewood Parks and Open Space Plan recognizes a comprehensive trail system as an important element of Shorewood's future park development. As the demand for all types of recreational facilities increases, trail development has become a high priority for many communities. The residents of Shorewood expressed their interest in developing a trail system during a series of Spring 1991 neighborhood meetings concerning park improvements. Residents were asked what types of future park improvements they would like to see in Shorewood. A frequently mentioned response was the development of a trail system. As a result of this interest in trails, the Shorewood Park Commission began working on a city wide trail plan. The trails will be constructed over a period of many years but will eventually link all of Shorewood via pedestrian and bike trails. The proposed trail plan is shown on the map on these pages. Please plan on attending a public informational forum at the Shorewood City Hall, 5755 Country Club Rd., on Tuesday, March 24, 1992 which is being held from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. and from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. Park commissioners and staff will be available on an informal basis to review the plan with you. Forms will be available for your comments to be made part of the record. OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR INPUT ON MARCH 24, 1992 ` -- City of Shorewood Trail Plan Proposed Trail System Legend City Park • • • • Lake Access ~- -� — - C I t 00000 Adjacent Community Trail Link ••••.•••.. Nature Trail O j�� a � i a mammon Multiple Use Trail O \\ ..o •1111a• Private Trail \� -ltiI rEE�� � t 1 i g - -- iwH Walkway/Bikeway Trail (On- Street) �>•a _ _�f - _ r — — — — — Walkway/Bikeway Trail (Off - Street) N I — �; Van Doren - Hars rd - Stallings, Inc. cartE M.MErpVYd 12 MI. I / \ MANOR IP RK CRESCENT BEACH 100 o +OO coo 2000' - 1.4a @� �: SHOREWOOD PLANNING DEPARTMENT ( � ,s..o BAY R — Edgewooa ltd_ ;"' - - - � -- CU Y HILLS PARK CHICAGO /NORTHWESTERN O REGIONAL TRAIL / - CV SCHOOL E %CLLSAR � ROEt. '• ` .I �,�'•+ SILVERWOO _ - - ._;✓ _I 4 j - 9ADC R PARK F ^�� �J - I — r - - - - -- - : AN PARK RAW _ - , - __. Trail „ -1f _ _ ✓ '. + a� viCT W,' O — ! CATHCART PARK NEWS SILVERWOOD PARK IMPROVEMENTS PLANNED You should know... I On January 8th all members of your Shorewood n• •r•r I -/ � I i �r. City Council signed a list of commitments to \`� n � the City. Each has committed to: .. r811 I Represent the interest of all people served �Aelland Trail 'I �r1 \ X Observation Area /fi _ by the City and not favor special interest inside or outside of this public organization. Not use my service on this Council for my P—d �,` own personal advantage or for the ..__$ \ \\ \� Ice Development in Silverwood Park Skelin0 / ' /r , �Nill \ ,' advantage of my friends or supporters. which is on Covington Road _ \ `� MULTIPLE USE BUILDING g Kee confidential information confidential. will begin this summer. p Grading the land in preparation for , J 11�UMIN IL ` _ Approach all Council issues with an open the planned improvements and seeding i �. T�rIL pp p will be done in 1992. Also to be '' ' \� ` /i mind. Prepare to make the best decisions completed this summer will be \ .�• I �i, �.A A,6 ; f,, li for everyone involved. excavation of the pond as shown .• ,� �� �� IIYZ�I :� on the master plan. Currently, t. i' Po . , Do nothing to violate the trust in those who �� elected me or to the Council or to those we there is very little open water .1 ' Pa MQ serve. in the wetland area but excavating LV Q dG1,1 Cl1 of al'ivu S LvvC ♦.111 t ,•. •. / .V I � 1 �\ \ � 1 � \' r .q ,, ,. • greatly diversify the habitat plus .a . ; I , ' i " �� ', Focus my efforts on the mission of the City allow for winter skating. �� v and not on my personal goals. /, /'sidewralk ti Never exercise authority as a Council Shown here is the master plan for F� ^;r -�/ SILVERWOOD PARK Silverwood Park. When the park is member except when acting in a meeting complete it will include a nature trail, MASTER PLAN with the full Council or as I am delegated . `�•j! . -' ;:• ice skating, tennis courts, a play area', Ate' . by the Council. a sliding hill and a warming house & °_��'`'•���'� • _ _ t r Establish as a high priority my attendance picnic shelter. The wetland trail and at all meetings of the Council and observation area are listed as potential ••� • •' ::�.'° °`� " "' Commissions on which I serve. future projects only. ' " "' •� =•-�•• There have been opportunities for public input r M M Come prepared to contribute to the and an opinion survey taken in the neighborhood discussion of issues and business to be in the last several years. However, if neighborhood residents addressed at scheduled meetings, having have further comments or questions they are encouraged to call City Hall or stop in at read the agenda and all background the Trail Public Information meeting, Tuesday, March 24 between 2:00 and 4:00 pm and support material relevant to the meeting. 7:00 and 9:00 pm. Park Commissioners and staff will be happy to visit with you about Represent Shorewood in a positive and the Silverwood Park Plan. supportive manner at all times and all places. Park Commissioners meetings are the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 P.M. Observe the parliamentary procedures outlined in Roberts Rules of Order and display courteous conduct at all meetings. • Refrain from intruding in administrative issues that are the responsibility of management, except to monitor the results of actions taken. • Avoid conflict of interest between my position as a Council member and my professional life by carefully complying with the City's Code of Ethics (Section 105.04). If such a conflict does arise, I will declare that conflict before the Council, and refrain from voting on matters of which I have a conflict. • Support in a positive manner all actions taken by the City Council even when I am in a minority position on such actions. • Agree to serve as a liaison on at least one Commission and an affiliated organization. As a Council liaison I will: - Attend all meetings. - Make reports of all meetings to the City Council at their next regularly scheduled meeting. • Participate in an annual strategic planning session, Council self- evaluation programs, and whenever possible attend Council development workshops, seminars, and other educational events that enhance my skills as a Council member. SENIORS Minnetonka Community Education and Services operates a Senior Skills Bank for senior citizens who need occasional help in maintaining their homes. Chore workers are available who can do yard work, housework, small electrical & plumbing repairs, etc. Any senior in this city is eligible to use this referral service. Contact the Senior Skills Bank by calling 470 -3488. SPRING CLEAN UP Its getting to be that time of year! This year our Spring Cleanup will be handled similarly to last year. - a combination of curbside pickup for yard waste, brush and household rubbish, and a limited drop -off site for certain larger items. Curbside Pickup. The curbside effort will be conducted on Saturday May 9. Items you wish to have taken away must be at the street by 8:00 a.m. on Saturday. The cost of this service will be prorated to all residents of Shorewood and will appear on your second quarter utility bill. Appliances $ 6.00 Mattresses, air conditioners, carpets and large furniture items, (per piece) $17.00 Automobile tires (without rims) $ 2.00 Automobile tires (with rims) $ 3.00 Truck tires (no rims) $ 6.00 Batteries no fee Both the curbside pickup and the drop -off site are for Shorewood residents only. Those using the drop -off site will be required to show proof that they are Shorewood residents. Following is a list of the types of items which will be accepted for the curbside pickup: - Brush, cut in four -foot lengths and bundled so as to be handled by one person - Grass clippings and leaves in bags General household rubbish including small furniture items Construction debris (lumber, blocks, sheetrock, etc.) and any household hazardous waste will not be accepted. To expedite the process, please have brush and yard waste in piles separated from the trash. Limited Drop-off Site On Saturday, May 9, residents may bring larger items to the Public Works garage located at 5755 Country Club Road, between 8:00 am and 4 pm. Following is a list of items which will be accepted and the fees which will be charged for those items: Large Volumes of Brush, Yard Waste, and '!Tees Since the curbside pickup is limited to bagged yard waste and manageable bundles of brush, it may not be practical for some residents with large volumes of brush, logs, etc. to utilize the curbside service. Those residents have three options. 1. Contact a private company, listed in the Yellow Pages under Tree Service which chips trees and brush. (Bagged wood chips can be accepted in the curbside pickup). 2. Take large loads (no compost materials) to the Hennepin County Tree Disposal Site in Maple Grove, operated by Ceres Tree Co. The site is open weekdays 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and Saturdays 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Call 420 -7045 for fees and directions to the site. 3. Make arrangements with a private company to have a dumpster brought to your property. Yard waste collected in the Spring Clean Up will go to R & W Roll -Off Service Inc. (448- 7833), who can also provide dumpsters. DISPOSAL OF HOUSEHOLD BATTERIES Do not place household batteries in the trash. Household batteries, as well as small rechargeable cordless appliances can be recycled by placing them in special containers in the following locations: City Hall Lobby Community Libraries Snyder Drug Stores Thank you for keeping Shorewood an environmentally conscious community. ...make it second nature! Pr oper • T To assure that your materials are recyclable, please prepare them by using the following techniques. Thank you for recycling! - ❑ Bag newspapers securely • • • ' and place in bin. o Watch for 'dampness of papers'ashwillcontaminate the load. • ❑ Recycle clear brown and green glass containers oft Sorting by color preferred. • ❑ Rinse cans to avoid contamination. Remove labels. (Optional) All plastics with necks Pl astics accepted. L Flatten bottles to conserve space. Rinse bottles to avoid contamination and remove cao . Glossies include magazines, • • • " FI catalogs, newspaper inserts, brochures and papers with shiny glossy textures. Please separate from news- papers and place in bin. Since recyclable cardboard is remanufactured here in Minnesota, it has no place in our landfills. Cardboard is the term we apply to most paperhoard and includes corrugated boxes and paper sacks. Old boxes are recycled to make new cartons, cellulose pellets for wood - burning stoves, new corrugated boxes, and heavy paper which is used to make shopping hags and brown wrap- ping paper. Reusing boxes for storage or mailing containers is also a form of recycling. Some of our most common household products are packaged in recycled paperboard, including eggs, cereal, cookies and crackers, hygiene goods, pet foods and sup- plies, and toiletries. Recycled packaging can be identified by the uniccrsal, three -arrow symbol of recycling printed on the package. Ti) prepare cardboard for recycling, it should be broken down flat, bundtcd ind tied with string or twine. If curbside collection isn't available, drop off your card - hoard at a local recycling center, or call your county solid waste office for more infortuation. ❑ Flatten and tie boxes, place • • • • • next to or under bin. ❑ Sorry, no glossy or waxed card board (i.e. cereal boxes, pizza boxes not accepted). METRO RECYCLING HOT LINE e acts ge�� rrr��r * ITT *T T • • 1 1 1 The Hennepin County Commission requires the statement informing you that 80% of the recycling portion of this newsletter is funded by them from revenues collected from fees and taxes on garbage haulers. Larumaru.