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June 2013 Shore Reportam iTi�l:iTiTi Municipal Water Report Availably The annual water report is online at www. ci.shorewood.mn.us and will be published in the legal section of the June 13 issue of the Excelsior - Shorewood Sun Sailor. A copy is also available at the reception desk in city hall. If you have any questions regarding the information found in the water report, contactthe city's Director of Public Works, 952.960.7913 Trail Construction Begins idewalk/Trail construction on Smithtown Road, from the Victoria border to the LRT trail at Eureka Road, begins in June. A groundbreaking ceremony will take place on Monday, June 10, 6 pm, for the Smithtown Road trail. See the city web site for a map of the location. Residents wishing to attend are encouraged to walk or bike to the site due to parking restrictions along Smithtown Road; however, limited parking will be available at the Minnewashta Elementary School. Construction of the sidewalk /trail along County Road 19 from the Tonka Bay sidewalk to the LRT on the east side of the roadway will begin in June. A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for Monday, June 10, 6:30 pm. Limited parking may be available at the Xcel Energy site. Construction of both trails will take place throughoutthe summer and ribbon cutting ceremonies are expected to take place by the beginning of November 2013. A complete schedule of trail events and a construction timeline is available under the trails section of the city web site, www.ci.shorewood.mn.us. Manor Park Bennis Court Complete or years Manor Park tennis courts have suffered from cracking and decay due to soil conditions. After much discussion, the Park Commission and City Council decided that an affordable remedy forthe courts would be to install a sport court surface to the courts. This method has been used by other cities in the metro area with much success. The courts have now been resurfaced with the sport court material and are ready for play. An addition to the courts is striping for Pickleball, a popular court game that is a cross between tennis and badminton. Portable nets for Pickleball are available through city hall. Please call the city at 952.960.7900 for information on how to arrange pick -up of the net(s). See the city web site for more information on Pickleball and for pictures of the new court. Stav Ua -To -Date on Road Construction Road construction is weather dependent. Not only does the city have to rely on weather for its projects, but weather delays in other cities can affect local construction. To get up -to -date closure and detour information, please see the city web site under streets. The city Facebook site also has road closure updates. This year, the city is working with the cities of Excelsior and Tonka Bay to try to communicate road closures in those cities that might affect Shorewood residents. If you know of a closure that should be communicated, please email the information to jmoore @ci.shorewood.mn.us to have it included in updates. June 2013 www.ci.shorewood.mn.us I WAS-ndo Recycling Weeks for June 2013 All recycling must be curbside no later than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland residents recycle June 5 and 19; Island residents recycle June 6 and 20. Report misses: 952.941.5174 Recycle in Shorewood Parks All Shorewood Parks have recycling containers in most public areas. The containers, purchased through a grant from Hennepin County, have been placed next to most garbage containers in Shorewood's six parks. The park recycling program started two years ago in Shorewood, and has continued to expand. The new containers have substantially increased the recycling of cans and bottles in the parks. Corrugated cardboard and boxboard are also recycled at the two concession stands in Freeman Park. Should you notice problems with any of the park recycling containers, please report the issue to jmoore @ci.shorewood.mn.us, or call 952.960.7906. Thank you for recycling in Shorewood public spaces! Celebrate July 4th in Excelsior he grand 4th ofJuly celebration in Excelsior continues to be an amazing event. In 2013 festival attendees can start the day with a 2 -mile Family Fun Run or 10K Firecracker Run. A variety of events take place throughout the day and then music by The Wolverines Big Band begins at 6:15 pm. For the second year a dramatic air show by Lucas Oil Aerobatic Air Show over Lake Minnetonka will take place, followed by more music, the national anthem and the popular South Lake Minnetonka Fireworks display. For up -to -date information and to register for events, go to www.excelsior- lakeminnetonkachamber. com. SvvF,PP Information NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, a public informational meeting will be held on Monday, June 24, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at 5755 County Club Road, Shorewood, MN 55331. The purpose of this meeting will be to review the City of Shorewood's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Meeting Notice Plan. The Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is a document required by the State and Federal government that outlines how the City will work towards reducing pollution in rainwater runoff. This Plan will be reviewed atthe meeting and public comment received. Attendance from City residents is strongly encouraged, as the City seeks your input into the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan. A copy of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan is available at the front desk at the City Hall. School Is Out Most schools in the area are out June 6. Drivers are reminded that Shorewood has limited trails and often there summer months bring an increase of pedestrian and bike traffic on the roadways. Please be respectful Shorewood's natural surroundings. Organics Collection in Shorewood n 2012 the city received a grant from Hennepin County to pilot organics collection throughout the city. The collection consists of interested residents signing up for collection at a cost of $6 per month. The weekly collection includes organic items such as food scraps, food stained paper products, Kleenex, napkins, paper towels, boxboard and dirty paper, plus numerous other items that will turn back into dirt when commercially composted. Residents who have opted to take part in the pilot have been pleased with the service. Residents who have expressed interest but have not participated in the program generally site cost as the main factor, followed by low household size not creating enough organic waste. There is still time for you to try the service. The city is working with two haulers to provide the service based on where you live in the city. If you would like to find out the hauler serving your neighborhood, email your address to jmoore@ ci.shorewood.mn.us. Residents who chose to participate in the pilot receive a sample of compostable bags that were donated by GLAD. If you have more questions about the program, contact Julie Moore, Recycling Coordinator, by email or call 952.960.7906. Park Commission Gets Spring Tour of Parks S horewood Park Commission joined city staff for a tour of Shorewood Parks. The annual tour allows staff to discuss improvements, needs, and to assess issues facing local parks. The commissioners will use the information gathered from the tours to make decisions regarding parks throughout the year. Residents who frequent local parks are encouraged to notify the city if they have safety concerns, notice vandalism, or have suggestions regarding park services or maintenance. Please email information to city hall@ ci.shorewood. mn.us, or call the city at 952.960.7900. If you ever notice a crime being committed or have an immediate safety concern, please call 9 -1 -1. Park Commissioners and city staff discuss park issues at Freeman Park in May. Summer Camps at Southshore Center Mrs. M is offering camps for kids this summer at the Southshore Center. All camps are for ages 4 -12 and cost $135 for 5 days of 1/2 day camp. All day packages are available. To register, contact Mrs. M, 952.457.7171. June 3 -7; 9 am -noon Tonka Spring Hop: Bunnies & Truffle Hill Chocolates Make your own cute bunny hop pond, bunny treasure tree and bunny track art. Enjoy field trips to Truffle Hill Chocolates, local trails, Gideon Glen nature area and the beach. June 3 -7; 1 -4 pm Tonka Trolleys, Trains & Toads Make classic Excelsior Trolley posters, a whistle on a chain and have toad races. Field trips to Tonka Trolleys, beach and Tommy's Tonka Trolley Ice Cream. June 10 -14; 9 am -noon Tonka Baby Animals: Turtles, Ponds and Beach Make mini turtle coves, paper turtle shell art and classic Tonka turtle bay posters. Field trips to Truffle Hill Chocolates, Gideon Glen, trails and the beach. June 10 -14; 1-4 pm Tonka Dig Dig for treasures and learn the history of dinosaurs. Create a treasure map and dino box. Crack open a dino egg and go on a dig! Field trips to: Lady of the Lake cruise, Knewtson's Family Clinic and Leipolds. South Lake Safety Camp Kids entering grades 3 -5 can regis- ter now for the popular safety camp held August 14 in Badger Park. The camp is an entire day of fun and learning designed to keep kids safe. Lamp Register online, www.ci.shorewood. mn. us. Summer at Crescent Beach We live in a lake community, so of course lake activities are part of our summer fun! Register at www.ci.shorewood.mn.us under Parks. Yoga Classes for Kids Tuesdays, June 11, 18, 25 10 -11:15 am, ages 6 -10 $15 per class Kids' yoga is a playful mix o stretching, jumping, running and playing, taught through an assortment of games and storytelling. Teaching mindfulness in the kids' actions is the approach. They will use their imaginations and have fun Min 5 /Max 15. Stand Up Paddleboarding Mondays, July 22 or 29 10 am -noon, ages 13+ $45 per class Wai Nani Surf & Paddle will otter Beginner Stand Up Paddleboard Group Clinics to include on and off the water training. Learn the basic f including gear overview, paddle and launch techniques, and safety. Boards, paddles and leashes provided. Under 16 must have accompanying parent /guardian. 60 -75 minutes of instruction followed by 60 minutes of open water time. Min 4 /Max 6 Fun Free Fridays at Freeman Kite Making FULL Friday, June 14, 10 am -Noon Ages 7-11; Registration required Learn to make a 28" tall x 35" wide sled kite. You will learn safety tips on flying kites. Max 10 DNR FiN Program Friday, June 21, 11:30 -1:00 Ages 5 -10; Registration required Bring a lunch. There will be Fish ID, fish printing, a craft and much more. Max 20 Yo -Yo Class Friday, June 28, 10 am -Noon. Grade 4 +, Registration required Program includes the history, Skateboard and Skate Start Mini Shredder July 15 -18, 9 -11 am, Ages 4 -10 South Shore Comm Park, $89 Learn proper technique and foot placement and how to correctly push, roll and olly. Bring helmet, sunscreen, water and snack. how the yo -yo works, hands -on instruction, safety and tricks. Yo -yo's will be provided for kids to use. Max 12 Minnesota Zoomobile Friday, July 26, 11 am All ages, No registration The Minnesota Zoo will bring a variety of animals. Plan your picnic before or after the show. The show runs about 45 minutes. Geocaching Friday, August 2,10 am -Noon Age 10 -13; Registration required Three Rivers Park District is hosting this activity. Learn the Lacrosse Camps No open toed shoes or Crocs. Skateboard and pads provided. Little Ripper Lacrosse Camp Mon, June 24- Thurs, June 27 9 am -noon, ages 5-8 Manor Park, $77 t Kayaking Fridays July 19 or August 16 10 :30 am -12:30 pm, ages 10 -13 $15 per class Learn the basics of kayaking and enjoy time on the water with Three Rivers Park District instructors. Kayaks provided. Min 6 /Max 10 basics of (GPS) Global Positioning Technology then use the internet to find local geocaches! Max 20 Understanding Pet Language Friday, August 9, 11 am -Noon Grade 4-5, Registration required The Animal Humane Society is hosting this activity. The program teachesthe basis information about the many ways that animals (and people) communicate their needs and emotions. Understanding what an animal is saying increases empathy and respect and can also keep children safe. Max 50 Designed for boys and girls this non - contact lacrosse teaches catching, throwing, scooping and cradling. Min 10 /Max 60 Register for both camps on the city web site. Sprinkler Restrictions Residents and businesses in Shorewood are restricted to watering before 11 a.m. and after 4:30 p.m. seven days per week. Children's toys, private wells and hand watering are exempt. Complete information is available on the city web site. Adult Prnnrams at Sou+hshore Center TED Talks Enjoy a video replay of the popular Ted Talks followed by a lively discussion. Topics vary from month to month, but always deliver great discussion topics. Better than a book club -- everyone knows the material! Enjoy lunch at the center following the program for only $7. No registration required for TED, but please RSVP by the day before for lunch. Thurs., June 13; 4 -8 pm Southshore Center Trya few food a nd d ri n k sa m ples, enjoy the company of friends, and enjoy some great shopping! This is a fun way to spend an evening buying some new things for summer, purchasing gifts, and supporting the local community. Generally held in May, this Tennis at Badger egistration for summer tennis should be made online at www.carlsontennis.com. Tennis Play Day, FREE June 1, 9 -10 am, ages 4 -8; 10 -11 am, ages 9 -12 Carlson Tennis and the City of Shorewood are hosting a Fun Free Tennis Day to give kids ages 4 -12 an opportunity to play the great sport of tennis. The event is Free, Fun, and promotes a sport of a lifetime. Sign up at www.carlsontennis.com Adult Back to Tennis, FREE June 1, 11 am -noon This is for all the adults who would like to get Back Into Tennis after some time off. Thursday, June 13, 11 am A Stroke of Insight Enjoy a video lecture by Harvard brain researcher Jill Bolt Taylor, who found herself one morning watching her own brain have a stroke, with her functions shutting down one by one. She tells us what it is like to have a stroke and what she learned from it. year the Pampered Me Boutique gift mart has been moved to June 13 from 4 -8 pm and will offer some great vendors. The event is open house style and free to attend. A sampling of vendors include Norex, Tastefully Simple,BeautiControl and Premier Designs Jewelry. Please see the Southshore Center web site for Park Whether you have never played or it has been 20 years, come join us for an hour of fun, exercise, and laughs on the courts. Tell your friends! Sign up at www. carlsontennis. com. Camps June 24 -27 & July 15 -19 Carlson Tennis Stars Camp Little Stars(Ages 4 -6) 1 -1:45 pm Cost: $65 I 1- °111�` - - Thursday, July 11, 11 am How Economic Inequality Harms Societies We feel instinctively that societies with huge income gaps are somehow going wrong. Richard Wilkinson charts the hard data on economic inequality, and shows what gets worse when rich and poor are too far apart. an up -to -date list of vendors, or call the center at $� - 952.474.7635. No registration y.. required. f Rising Stars(Ages 7 &8) 1:45 -2:45 pm Cost: $75 Future Stars(Ages 9 -11) 2:45 -3:45 pm Cost: $75 Adult Weekly Drill Starts June 10; $20 per time Sign up and get times /details at www.carlsontennis.com. Adult Lessons Back Into Tennis/Beginner Mondays 6:30 -8 pm 3.0 Women's Daytime Drill Tuesday 8:30 -10 am Cardio Tennis Wednesday 6:30 -7:30 pm Back Into Tennis/Beginner Thursday 8:30 -10 am Register at www.carlsontennis.com r L890£# lIVY81d NW 'S1IlD NIMl Qlvd 19v1S0d *s*n QavaNV1S a11a0S1ad { �._ IF Planning Commission The June 4th Planning Commission Agenda will include: 7:00 P.M. Public Hearing for consideration of a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate an automotive cleaning and bicycle repair business at 5680 County Road 19 (the northwest intersection of Smithtown Road and County Road 19). Landscapinq or Digginq in Your Yard? Locate before you excavate! Call Gopher State One Call at 651.454.0002 before starting spring projects. Utility providers will mark with paint or flags the approximate location of your underground utilities. Council Members Scott Zerby, Mayor; Laura Hotvet; Debbie Siakel; Kristine Sundberg; Richard Woodruff City Administrator: Bill Joynes Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore 6EE99 NW `poonnaaoLas , f 0 peoy gn10 ij;uno0 99L9 poonnaJOgS 10 A ;!O in Na Parent(s) Name Parent Email: (for rain location information, etc.) Address: City & Zip School attending /grade (20113 -14): Phone: (home) (cell) Emergency Contact: (for during camp hours) Name Phone Relationship Friend request: (We will do our best to honor friend requests; please limit request to one.) Medical concerns or food allergies: South Lake T -shirt size: Safety camp Children participating in camp may have their picutre taken and published for promotion of future events. Hold Harmless Waiver of Liability /,the undersigned parent or guardian, inconsideration of my being permitted to participate in this activity, do hereby agree to hold harmless the City of Shorewood, Excelsior Fire District, South Lake Police Department, and its employees and agents from any and all liability for any personal injury or death which may occur from participation in this activ- ity. This waiver includes any injuries which may result from the condition of facilities and any improvements thereto. Parent or Guardian Signature Prin t Name Data Privacy Act/Tennessen Warning Date The Minnesota Data Privacy Act requires that the registration information you provide on this form remain as private data. Private data is available to you but not to the public. While you may choose to withhold this private data, there may be consequences that could limit the distribution of information to the participant. By signing below, you are consenting to allow registration to be shared with the instructor and other program participants for purposes of administering the activity. The consent will expire upon completion of this activity. Parent or Guardian Signature Prin t Name Date 203 South Lake Safety Camp 'T- ye�yCal Carq P What is Safety Camp? Safety Camp is a joint program offered by the City of Shorewood, Excelsior Fire District, and the South Lake Police Department. It is designed to teach children about safety while having a fun camp experience! Who Can Attend? South Lake Safety Camp is for boys and girls entering third or fourth grade during the 2013 -2014 school year. What Does it Cost? Registration is $20 and is limited to 40 kids. Fee includes a t- shirt, snacks, lunch, water bottle and water, and many safety items, along with great instruction! Please note any special food restrictions or medications on registration form. O O Q N Schedule of Events 8:45 am Registration 9 am Opening Ceremony and groups 9:15 -9:30 am Police Car and safety instruction 9:30 -10 am Police Canine 10:05 -10:30 am Waterpatrol 10:30 am -12:05 pm Rotation between activity stations 1, 2 and 3 Station 1 Bike Safety Helmet Safety and Fitting Safety Presentation Station 2 Fire Safety Fire Fighter Gear Presentation Station 3 Sparky's Spray House Activity 12:05 -12:35 pm Lunch 12:35 -1:15 pm Run, Yell, Tell reading by Mystery Pro - Athlete Guest! 1:15 -2:45 pm Rotation between activity stations 1, 2 and 3 Station 1 Karate Break -Away Techniques Station 2 Mrs. M Animal Safety Station 3 Public Works Safety Lesson 2:45 -3:15 pm Minnesota State Patrol Helicoptor 3:30 pm Pick -Up Snacks will be served mid - morning and mid - afternoon. What to Bring /Wear • Sunscreen • Insect Repellent • Tennis Shoes and dress for the weather • Camp t -shirt provided must be worn at camp. Registration Pre - registration is required. Please mail, online or drop registration form off at: South Lake Safety Camp c/o City of Shorewood 5755 Country Club Road Shorewood, MN 55331 Registrations may also be dropped off after hours at the City of Shorewood offices in the after hours depository box located in front of city hall. Include with registration: • Completed registration form (due by Aug 2). • $20 for each participant -- includes instruction, snack, lunch, t -shirt and goodie bag (entering grades 3 -5 only); Make checks payable to City of Shorewood. • A limited number of scholarships are availalbe to make this program available to everyone. Contact City of Shorewood, 952.960.7902, for information. Location & Directions Badger Park (next to Shorewood City Hall) From Tonka Bay: Take Hwy 19 south to Smithtown Rd. Turn right, and take an immediate left on Country Club Rd. Take second driveway on left. From Hwy 7 in Excel- sior: Hwy 7 to Hwy 19 (next to Excelsior t @ etyCamp 3. �'u Elementary). Hwy 19 to Smithtown Road. Turn right and take an immediate left on Country Club Rd. 2nd driveway on left.