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Shorewood City Hall, Thursday, September 10, 7 p.m.
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Recycling
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Tax Credits
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Urban coyotes
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Utility Winner
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Council Activities
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Southshore Center..........
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Community Events
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HHW Program
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Safety Camp
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Garage Band Jam...........
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THE MAYORS OF Deephaven, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood, Tonka Bay and Woodland have
been invited to participate in a Mayor's Forum: Lively Issues public meeting on Thursday,
September 10, 7 p.m. at Shorewood City Hall. Each Mayor will make a brief presentation on the
current issues in their city followed by a question and answer session with the public encouraged to
ask questions. Local water quality issues and methods of valuation for property tax assessment will
be discussed. This meeting is sponsored by League of Women Voters South Tonka.
City Launches Subscription Service
MANY RESIDENTS HAVE OPTED to have their address removed from the newsletter mailing list and
instead to save postage and paper by receiving the newsletter via email. Now, the city has made
it easy to register for this free service. Simply go to the city web site, www. ci. shorewood. mn. us, and
click on the "sign up for eNews" link.
When signing up for this service, you also have the option of requesting general city news and
park updates by email. You may cancel requested services at any time. Your email address will never
be given to other businesses or organizations.
Email updates on recycling services and options are also available. To register for this service,
simply send an email to jmoore@ci. shorewood mn. us. Updates include reminders of upcoming holiday
service delays and information on new ways to recycle household items and hazardous waste.
If you have any questions about this new service, please call city hall, 952.960.7900.
Where's the Fire Hydrant?
CAN YOU FIND THE FIRE HYDRANT in this picture?
You can't. It is completely covered by landscaping
designed to hide the hydrant. If your house or your
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neighbors catches fire, how much extra time do you want
fire fighters to take to begin fighting the fire? When you
landscape or fail to clear snow from around your fire
hydrant, you take precious time away from firefighters.
State law requires fire hydrants to have a three-foot
clearance around them. That means no flowers, no bushes,
fences, boulders or trees--or anything else which reduces
clearance to the hydrant. When landscaping a yard that
has a fire hydrant, keep in mind the mature size of the plant before placing it near the hydrant.
If your yard does not contain the fire hydrant, but the one closest to your home is in violation of
the clearance law, you are encouraged to talk with your neighbor about removing the obstruction.
If snow removal that is necessary, work together as a neighborhood to take turns removing snow
around the hydrant.
Shorewood has fire hydrants that are completely
covered by vegetation. It is likely that in case of a fire, Meetings and
the firefighters would not be able to find the hydrant V e h t S
and would have to find the next closest hydrant. The
extra time this takes could cost a homeowner their
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home, or even their life.
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7:00 PM Park Comm. Meeting
Please make an effort to take care of your hydrant.
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7:00 Pm Mayors Forum
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8-10 AM Coffee with the Mayor
Public Works must have access to the hydrant to keep
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them properly maintained for water quality and fire
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7:00 PM City Council Meeting
suppression. If you know you have landscaping within
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the three-foot radius of the hydrant, make an effort to
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remove it right away. If you have any questions, please
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7:00 PM City Council Meeting
contact the Excelsior Fire District at 952.401.8801.
Meeting agendas and approved minutes can
be found on the city web site,
www. d.shorewood.mn. us.
THE SHORE REPORT/ SEPTEMBER 2009
Reduce,
Reuse,
Recycle
The Basics of Plastics Recycling
ADDITIONAL PLASTIC RECYCLING is one of
the biggest requests we received in the
recent recycling survey conducted by the
city. Plastics recycling is confusing, because
most plastics have the recycling arrows on
them. To the consumer, this indicates the
recyclability of the product. In the industry
the arrows refer to the content of the plastic.
Consumers and manufacturers like plastics
because they are lightweight and unbreakable.
What makes plastics less desirable is the fact
that they are made from non-renewable
fossil fuels, require large amounts of energy
to manufacture, and make up over 12% of the garbage going to landfills.
Although recycling collectors are looking for new ways to recycle additional types of
plastic, the large markets only exist for #I and #2 bottles. That is why they tend to be the
only plastics accepted in curbside programs. A limited market for other products does
permit some communities to experiment with collection of other plastics, but overall
there is a high cost with the project. There are some drop-off locations for #2 and #5
plastics. Drop-offs are available to provide material to a limited market resource.
How You Can Help
The biggest thing you can do is reduce your plastic use. Shop smart by using re-usable
cloth bags and purchasing products in recyclable materials whenever possible. If you
can take your plastics to a drop-off location, make the extra effort to do so. When you
do have plastics to recycle, the following will increase the success of plastic recycling:
• Only recycle the plastics that your recyclers collects (in Shorewood that is #I and
#2 plastic bottles). Mixing in other plastics creates more work and may cause them
to refuse your materials.
• Rinse out containers with water.
• You can leave paper labels on bottles but throw away sprayer inserts, as they are
usually made from a plastic that cannot be recycled easily. Plastic caps should not
be included curbside, but can be recycled atAveda store locations.
• Check the city web site for drop-off locations of plastics not accepted curbside. As
new locations are developed we will update the list.
• Recycle plastic grocery, bread, and produce bags at your grocery store. Go to www.
minnesotawastewise.org for a list of the many types of plastic bags that you may
recycle at the drop-off locations. Recycle clean bags only.
• To recycle packing "peanuts," call local packing and shipping stores.
• Most printing and copier cartridges can be recycled or reused. City Hall and
Minnewashta Elementary School will both take cartridges for recycling.
Federal Tax
Credits for Energy
Efficiency
SAVE MONEY TWO WAYS-lower your
energy bills and take advantage of
tax credits for the purchase of energy
efficient appliances. Home improvements
that include qualifying purchases must be
made and installed between January 1,
2009 and December 31, 2010.
Requirements for home improvement tax
credits include:
• must be for taxpayer's principal
residence, EXCEPT for geothermal
heat pumps, solar water heaters, solar
panels, and small wind energy systems
(where second homes qualify),
• $1,500 is the maximum total amount
that can be claimed for all products
placed in service in 2009 & 2010 for
most home improvements, EXCEPT
for geothermal heat pumps, solar water
heaters, solar panels, fuel cells, and
small wind energy systems which are
not subject to this cap, and are in effect
through 2016,
• must have aManufacturer Certification
Statement to qualify; for record keeping,
save your receipts and the Manufacturer
Certification Statement,
• improvements made in 2009 will be
claimed on your 2009 taxes (filed by
April 15, 2010) - use IRS Tax Form
5695 (2009 version) - it will be
available late 2009 or early 2010,
• If you are building a new home, you can
qualify for the tax credit for geothermal
heat pumps, photovoltaics, solar water
heaters, small wind energy systems
and fuel cells, but not the tax credits
for windows, doors, insulation, roofs,
HVAC, or non-solar water heater.
For more information on the tax credit
system, including links to specific items
The City of Shorewood, and the county and state recycling groups, continue to work qualify for the rebate, go to www.
with local recycling companies to develop consistent markets for plastic products. Your which quaa i gov and click on the Tax
plastic purchasing can help reduce the number of plastics we send to the landfill or to Credits for Energy Efficiency link.
the garbage burner. If you have any questions about plastics recycling, please contact
Julie Moore, 952.960.7906 orjmoore@ci.shorewood.mn.us.
www.ci.shorewood.mn.us
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THE SHORE REPOR TI SEPTEMBER 2009
Coyotes in the City
LIKE MANY SUBURBS, Shorewood has had an increase in the number of residents
calling concerned about the local coyote population. The city has no way to
prevent coyotes from entering the city, and according to the DNR, trapping and other
population reduction methods rarely work. The best thing residents can do to curb the
coyotes in the city is to make Shorewood less desirable for the animal.
Why are they in the city?
Coyotes are adaptable to an urban environment. They
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like the city because there is food and water available
to them all year, and they are the top predator. Although
we have probably always had coyotes in the area, as the
population has increased and their habitat areas have
decreased, they have become accustomed to people
and are less wary about being seen.
The drought of the last two summers also has moved
coyotes closer to homes, where there might be bird
baths, puddles from sprinkler systems, or water dishes
for domestic pets. Without realizing it, many residents are feeding the coyotes, through
litter, pet food outdoors, unsecured garbage cans, messy bird feeders, fruit left on the
ground and accessible vegetable gardens. Food is also intentionally left by some for
other animals, such as deer. The coyote does not know the food was not meant for him.
What can you do?
The easiest way to deter the coyote is to keep all pet food and water indoors, keep all
garbage cans covered and, if you have fruit trees in your yard, keep the fruit picked
up from the ground. Because small pets can also be a food source for coyotes, pets
should not be left alone outside in an unfenced yard. Fences should be at least 5.5 feet
high with no space underneath.
Remove thick brush around your home and add motion activated lights to make coming
up to your home less desirable.
What if you encounter a coyote?
Although human attacks by coyote are rare, they are wild animals and should be treated
as such. If you see a coyote nearby, pick up small children. Respond aggressively to
the coyote by waving your arms, blowing a whistle, spraying a hose and maintaining
eye contact. When walking small pets, use short leashes and never allow a coyote
between you and your pet. Coyotes will tend to want to play with large dogs. Do not
allow dogs to play with coyotes and NEVER feed coyotes. If you feel threatened or
see a coyote acting aggressively, dial 9-1-1 to report the activity.
Auto-Pay Winner Announced
CONGRATULATIONS TO CHARLES AND AUDREY SAUTTER, the winner of one month of
Shorewood utilities! The Sautters have been residents of Shorewood for over 30
years.
The City of Shorewood offered residents who signed up for the Auto-Pay utility bank
pay system the opportunity to win utility service for the month of June. Approximately
460 households in Shorewood have taken advantage of this free payment program.
The auto-pay system allows residents to have their quarterly water and utility bill
automatically withdrawn from their checking account. They still receive a detailed
statement prior to the withdrawal so they have the dollar amount and the breakdown
of the billing.
To take advantage of auto-pay, simply download the form from the city web site,
www. ci. shorewood. mn. us, or stop into city hall to pick up a form. Questions about the
auto-pay system may be directed to the finance department, 952.960.7904.
Council
Activities
Since the last newsletter the
City Council:
• Held work sessions to discuss the city's
2010 General Fund Budget.
• Received an update on the city hall
building project.
• Reviewed and approved the city hall
landscaping project.
• Approved new flooring and interior
painting updates to the Southshore
Center.
• Continued review of the Policies and
Procedures for Council meetings.
• Approved an Eagle Scout project for a
Gideon Glen memorial bench.
• Approved a site plan review for a
Subway Restaurant at 5660 County
Road 19.
• Approved a request for advanced
funding from the municipal state
aid fund for the County Road 19/
Smithtown Road project.
• Approved the acquisition of right-of-
way on Smithtown Lane.
• Awarded the feasibility study for
Nelsine Drive and Meadowview Road
2010 roadway projects.
• Approved a revised Donor Policy.
• Reviewed the park capital improvements
for 2009 and 2010.
Hasek Named
to Planning
Commission
THE CITY OF SHOREWOOD welcomes Ed
Hasek to the Planning Commission.
Ed has lived in Shorewood for 16 years
and is a registered Landscape Architect.
He is semi-retired and eager to use his
knowledge and experience in the role of
Planning Commissioner for the city. Ed
will serve out the remainder of former
commissioner Scott Schmit's seat which
ends in February, 2012.
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southslinre communKy Center
Join the Southshore Community Center (SSCC) as
it debuts several new enrichment opportunities and Aff
classes for all ages this Septemberl
Dance for Kix - youth dance classes
Tuesday evening classes; classes begin September 15
Registration: Tuesday, September 1, 6-8 pn7 at the community center
Just For Kix is a well known dance program that teaches dancers to interact and learn as a team. The heart of active l i v i n g
Team based dance provides new and existing dancerswith the opportunity to have fun while learning
and growing as a group. Just for Kix offers precision dance team instruction in over 150 Midwest 5735 Country Club Road
communities. By enrolling your son or daughter in Shorewood's Just for Kix program, you will be Shorewood N IN 55331
exposing them to quality dance instruction in a nurturing and culturally rich environment. For more }
information, check out 1V1911 jLStforkixcoin or contact Stephan ie Eng atchaska mnedjustfbrkix.coin. 952.474.7635
Pickling and Preserve Basics
Saturday, September 19; 9-1 lam Flu Vaccination Clinic
Learn how easy home canning can be! State Fair Winner, Chef MaryWoell,willshowyouthebasics. October 16, 9:30-11:30 am
We'll prepare bread & butter pickles, dill pickles, and a tastyjalapeno cranberry jelly! Great for a.
parent/child or couples teams! Fun for all ages! Register by September 15 by calling the center. Class of,`~efed incoordination wg,, the V.rt ngN ,.rers~2eruy
fee $20 + a $10 supply fee due with registration. Call the center to schedule your vaccine.
Dance Fitness Space is limited.Vaccination reminders:
Mon - Wed - Fri, 8:15 - 9 am Ages 4 + may receive the flu vaccine, ask
Dance to the music, improve your coordination, and bum baby burn those calories away! Call the to see the list of accepted health insurance
center for registration and fee information. plans. A health insurance carol or photo
Fit Ball Class copy is required. Flu Vaccination, $24.99/
Mon - Wed - Fri, 10-10:45 am Pneumonia vaccine, $57.
Improve your core strength, flexibility, balance, posture and back health with the Fit Ball Class.
Every ability level can benefit from the stability challenge of the Fit Ball. You'll feel the difference
in your body when you sit on this firm yet flexible ball. All exercises are performed to wonderful, TVe wvelcome your tax deductible financial
inspiring music. Call the center for registration and fee information. contributions via the .Shor•errood Parks
Chair Class Foundation to further SSCC initiatives,
Wednesdays, 2:30 - 3 pm including additional classes, youth
This class addresses the needs and challenges offolksw•ho need to be in the stabilizing safety of a programming, adult enrichment, and
chair. We will work our way down and up the bodywith a series of exercises which will target major life-cycle recreation opportunities for all
muscle groups, includingthe core ofthe body. Wewill also incorporate stretching, and lightweights our residents. Consider designating a
to complete this class. This class is also enhanced with wonderful music from the 30's and Forties, memorial in our fixture on-site garden or
right up to now! Call the center for registration and fee information.
urge your teen to fxxlfx'll their" graduation
Line Dancing volunteer hours requirement at the
Wednesdays, 1 - 1:45 pm Community Center:
Enjoy wonderful music while you learn line dancing and burn 300 calories per hour! This year we
will enjoy Country Music aswellastheBigBand Music from the40's. , ,
Line dancing is extremely aerobic yet fulfilling- finishing a5minute I Southshore Community Center's
routine of line dancing makes you feel GREAT- no partner required! 1 I
The class beginswith some simple routines and progresses into some I COMEBACK COUPON ! ! ! !
slightly more complicated dances. Come join the fun! Call the center :
for registration and fee information. - See what you've been missing[
Art Classes Coming Soon Check out the new website, classes, volunteer opportunities,but i
most of all RENT THE EVENT & CONFERENCE CENTER TODAY! ,
Minnetonka Center for the Arts will soon be offering outreach art , Enjoy 20% OFF ONE RENTAL
classes at the SOLItlIS110re Community Center. Watch the Southshore
, of any Southshore Community Center space ,
web site for class information. , through December 31, 2009,
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Look for more information on the wehsite wrori=. 1 Contact Kristi Anderson at the SSCC today 952-474-7535
for more info. 'Discount off new rate schedule available at
southshorecenter:oroon these andother•upcomu2gprograms; wwwsouthshore-center.org, i
including art classes, outreach, chess camps, music, , Consider making a tax deductible donation to ,
bROodi,vorking, computer, interior design, school day-off 1 support the future of SSCC programming, 1
lifecycle recreation, & enrichment through the
activities, and much more! ,
Shorewood Parks Foundation
Apple Day Used Book Sale
Saturday, Sept. 12, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Excelsior Library
THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY will hold a sale of hundreds of adult and children's
fiction and nonfiction books in hardcover and paperback. Most books, withdrawn
from the Hennepin County Library system or donated by the public, will be priced $1
or less. Funds raised will benefit the library. This popular sale is part of the Excelsior
Apple Day celebration and is held in a tent in front of the Excelsior Library.
Demonstration Garden in
Full Bloom
E
R SIDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO STOP
by the 2009 Demonstration Garden
Project, South Shore Community Park,
5355 St. Alban's Bay Road in Shorewood.
The produce is beautiful, and each week
the gardeners have been providing over
10 pounds of fresh produce to the ICA
Foodshel£ If you stop by, email tgrout@
ci. shorewood. mn. us to share your thoughts
on this new project. Gardeners hope to
introduce community garden plots for 2010
if they find interested gardeners (or those
who would like to become gardeners) in the community.
Free classes continue on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month from 3-5 PM. First-
timers are welcome!
Upcoming Classes:
September 13 SUCCESSION SOWING / GARDEN DESIGN
September 27 HARVEST CELEBRATION / POT LUCK
October 11 EXTENDING THE SEASON, PUTTING THE GARDEN TO BED
Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 - 11 AM, members of the gardening team will be
on site doing gardening chores and are available to recap and discuss the previous
bi-weekly lesson, answer questions and assign gardening chores for a hands-on
experience! For more information contact the garden team via city hall at tgrout@
ci.shorewood.mn.us or call Twila at 952.960.7902.
"Boats" for Courage
CARS FOR COURAGE, Courage Center's vehicle donation program, invites all boat
lovers to donate their worthy vessels to the first annual Cars for Courage Boat
Drive. The event is sponsored by the South Lake-Excelsior Chamber of Commerce,
BayView Event Center and CBS Radio. This unique event is set for Sunday, September
13, from 11 AM to 3 PM at in the BayView Event Center parking lot, 687 Excelsior
Blvd., Excelsior. It's never too early to plan for tax season (or dream about and plan
for a brand new boat at upcoming spring boat shows). Take this opportunity to enjoy
a fun family day and benefit a great nonprofit organization - Courage Center.
Cars for Courage accepts boats, cars, trucks, jet-skis, ATVs, motorcycles and any
other "motor" of value. The first 50 people who donate at this event receive a two-hour
cruise on BayView Event Center's ship "Her Excellence" starting at 3 PM. Personalities
from WCCO-AM, JACK-FM and WLTE-FM will be on location promoting the event.
For more information about the event, contact Linda Murrell, 952.474.6461
THE SHORE REPORT/ SEPTEMBER 2009
Calling Apple
Pie Bakers
THE SECOND ANNUAL Apple Day Apple
Pie Baking Contest will be held and
judged on Saturday, September 12, from
Noon- 3 PM. Applications and contest rules
are available by calling the South Lake-
Excelsior Chamber at 952.474.6461,
or at Shorewood City Hall. The contest
will include three categories: Youth
(12-and under); Non-professional Chefs
& Chefettes; Professional Chefs. Each
category will have a first and second
place prize.
Contest to be at Biella, 227 Water Street,
Excelsior Judges will be announced
soon. Watch the city web site for updates.
Gardener
Needed
A VOLUNTEER OR GROUP of volunteers
is being sought to take care of the
maintenance of the garden at the entrance
of Freeman Park on Eureka Road.
Weeding and watering when needed is
all that is required. The volunteer would
also have the opportunity to adopt this
garden for the 2010 season, and would
be able to add to the garden or design it
to their preference.
To volunteer, please contact Twila
Grout at Shorewood City Hall, 952.960-
7902.
Michael Osterholm
at Gray Freshwater
DR. MICHAEL OSTERHOLM , director
of the Center for Infectious Disease
Research and Policy (CIDRAP), professor
in the Division of Environmental Health
Sciences, and an adjunct professor in
the Medical School at the University of
Minnesota, will present a program on
Groundwater Quality and Sustainability.
The water quality program is October 8,
7 PM at the Gray Freshwater Center, 2500
Shadywood Road, Navarre. The public
is encouraged to attend this informative
presentation! Additional information is
available at www.freshwater.org.
www.ci.shorewood.mn.us
Hennepin County Household Hazardous
Waste Drop-Off
September 17-19, 2009
9am-4pm
Shorewood Public Works,
24200 Smithtown Road
Adhesives (flammable or petroleum based)
• Aerosols (pressurized or containing product)
• Auto wastes (fuel additives, starter fluid, waxes, etc. No motor oil)
• Batteries (all types)
• Cleaning solvents
• Drain cleaners
• Driveway sealers
• Electronics (computers, TVs, radios, VCRs, etc.)
• Fire extinguishers
• Fluorescent and HID lamps (limit 25)
• Fuels (gasoline, kerosene, diesel)
• Gas cylinders (propane less than 40 lbs.; specialty gases less than 59 lbs. will be
evaluated; some may not be accepted due to management restrictions)
• Mercury items (thermometers, thermostats, etc.)
• Rechargeable appliances (cordless tools, weed whips, etc.)
• Paint (latex and oil based)
• Paint thinners and solvents There is no fee
• Pesticides (insecticides, herbicides, etc.)
• Photographic and hobby chemicals for the drop-off of
• Vehicle lead-acid batteries (from cars, boats, etc.)
• Wood preservatives accepted items.
• Pool chemicals
not accepted
• Appliances*
• Asbestos
• Empty paint cans
• Explosives
• Garbage (food waste, furniture, carpet,
lumber, etc.)
• Gas cylinders (propane greater than 40
lbs.; gases requiring special management
and all gases greater than 59 lbs.)
• Medical or infectious wastes
• Motor oil, oil filters*
• Photocopiers
• Radioactive wastes (i.e. smoke detectors)
• Recyclables (scrap metal, paper, card-
board, etc.)*
• Tires*
* Accepted at the county's permanent drop-off facilities.
Fees may apply on certain items.
Hennepin County residents only. ID required. No
business waste accepted. For location and hours
of Hennepin County permanent drop-off c'eo'0c,eans•
•
facilities, go to www.hennepin.us/dropoffs, FPe
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or call 612.348.3777.
Hennepin County
Environmental Services
512-348-3777
www.hennepin.us/colIectionevents
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Southshore Community
Center Seeks Instructors
D O YOU HAVE ideas for classes that would be popular with area residents? Southshore
Community Center is looking for instructors or speakers who would like to
share their skills with the community. A few areas being considered include: aerobics
and pilates instructors, artists, and speakers to offer their services to the south lake
community. If you have ideas, or are interested in being an instructor, please contact
the Community Center at 952.474.7635 or email director@southshore-center org.
Safety Camp Draws Over 30 Kids
THE FIRST SOUTH LAKE SAFETY CAMP
gave the opportunity for youth entering
grades 2-4 to learn personal safety from
the pros. Over 30 kids participated in this
one day event, held at Badger Park in
Shorewood. Kids brought their bikes to
the event and were fitted with new bike
helmets, provided through a grant from
AAA Minnesota.
Along with bike safety tips and bicycle
check-ups from South Lake Minnetonka
Police Department, participants were
instructed in personal safety from Missing Children of Minnesota, fire safety from
Excelsior Fire District, water safety from the Hennepin County Water Patrol, and
weather safety from meteorologist Paul Douglas. South Lake Minnetonka Police
Department also offered a K-9 demonstration.
Lunch and snacks were provided by Cub Foods in Shorewood and B. Grizzley's Pizza.
The day ended with a presentation of certificates and gift bags to each participant.
Watch for information on next summer's safety camp in the Spring of 2010.
Garage Band Jam a Success
S HOREWOOD'S FIRST GARAGE BAND JAM was a great success! Seven selected bands
competed for prizes and playing opportunities. Competing bands at the July 24th
event included: 89 Vision, Blue Steel, Calhoun, Controllers, Falls Curve, Flow and
the Mingos, and Wandering Bartletts.
Crowds of all ages enjoyed music of local musicians, snacks from the concession, and
pizza from B. Grizzleys. B96 radio joined the festivities to entertain crowds between
sets. At the conclusion of the evening, judges presented first prize to Flow and Mingos,
second prize to Calhoun, and third prize to the Wandering Bartletts.
Plans are already
underway for the 2010
event, so ifyouknowbands
that would be interested
in an opportunity to
audition for a position
in the Jam, contact the
City of Shorewood,
952.960.7902, or email
tgrout@ci.shorewood.
mn. us, to be added to the
2010 Garage Band Jam
contact list.
THE SHORE REPORT/ SEPTEMBER 2009
Party Without
the Fuss
START PLANNING FOR your holiday party,
and skip cleaning the house! Book
your space at the Southshore Community
Center! A facelift of the center begins in
early fall and will be complete in time
for your holiday event. Supporting the
center with your rental is one way you
can help to develop the community center
into a great asset for our community. The
Southshore Center has a large dining room
with a dance floor, and a complete kitchen
for larger events, or a conference room
and an activity room for smaller events.
A new rental policy is in effect, making
the Southshore Community Center very
affordable for groups of all sizes. Contact
the Southshore Center at 952.474.7635,
or email director@southshore-center org.
Rates and rental information, including
photos of the rooms, are available on
the Southshore Center web site, www.
southshore-center org.
Artists for
Display
S HOREWOOD IS SEEKING qualified
local artists to be considered on a
rotating basis for its public art program
at city hall. Ideally, your art should
define our community, promote social
interaction, bring arts into everyday life,
and memorialize the past while inspiring
our future. By showcasing work of local
artists, the newly renovated city hall
provides a visual landscape for local art.
Please contact city hall at 952.474.3236
for more information, or email cityhall@
ci. shorewood. mn. us.
Slow Down
A S THE 2009-10 school year begins,
drivers are encouraged to slow-down
and obey stop signs, lights and traffic
speeds. Children expect adults to follow
the rules of the road, and often expect cars
to come to a complete stop. Please remind
teen drivers in the home of pedestrian
safety rules, and remember: texting while
driving is illegal for all ages!
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City of Shorewood Planning Districts Map
A large size map
is available for
viewing on the
city's web site in
City Maps, or you
may stop by city
hall.
The Shorewood Comprehensive Plan
I S THERE A GAS STATION coming to a corner near you? Not likely, but you should know
what is going on in your neighborhood. All residents are encouraged to attend a
neighborhood meeting this fall to find out what is planned for the area. Three open
house meetings will be held in September and October. Staff and Planning Commission
members will be on hand to present Shorewood's plans for the future development
and redevelopment of Shorewood. Please plan to attend. If you have any questions,
please contact the Planning Department, 952.960.7909.
Planning Districts 1, 2, 3 & 4
Planning Districts 5, 6, 7 & 8
Planning Districts 9, 10, 11 & 12
Tuesday, September 15, 5-7 PM
Tuesday, October 6, 5-7 Pao
Tuesday, September 29 5-7 PM
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission has no items for public hearing on the Seplember
1 Planning Commission meeting. A complele agenda may be downloaded
from the city web site, www.ci.shorewood.mn.us, or conlacl the Planning
Department, 952.960.7909.
Talk With Mayor
2nd Saturday Coffee
MAYOR CHRIS LIzEE's 2nd Saturday
coffee is Saturday, September 12,
from 8-10 am. Grab your coffee and meet.
her at the library book sale, in the parking
lot in front of Excelsior Library!
Recycling Delay
Due to the Labor Day holiday on
September 7, recycling in the city
will be delayed by one clay. Recycling
for mainland residents will be Thursday,
September 10; island residents will have
collection on Friday, September 11.
THE SHORE REPORT/SEPTEMBER 2009