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Comment on Country Club Redevelopment
The City of Shorewood is working with Stantec
Consulting Services to prepare for future
planning of the proposed redevelopment project
on the Minnetonka County Club Property. ACitizen
Advisory Committee composed of approximately
24 area residents meet on the first and third
Tuesday of each month at city hall to discuss
concerns, brainstorm ideas, and get information
about the proposal.
Residents notserving on the advisory committee
are able to share thoughts and comments and
to view the materials provided to the committee
The Step To It Challenge is a fun, light- hearted
way to connect with family, friends, and
neighbors, and get moving again after a long winter.
Twenty four
communities
will compete to
see which one
has the most
active residents.
Participants are
encouraged
to take green
strides that save energy and natural resources
too! Taking green strides not only saves natural
resources, it helps you increase your physical
activity. Walk or bike to your destination, pick up
litter in your local park, or help plant a community
garden. These activities can help you achieve your
goals or maybe win the "Most Active Resident'
through an online site accessible at http://
minnetonkacc.mindmixer.com. A link is available on
the city web site. Comments from other residents
are able to be viewed and as new information is
received regarding the redevelopment it will be
posted on this site.
As of the production of this newsletter, no
applications have been received by the city for the
development, although the city has been informed
that Mattamy Homes has entered into a purchase
agreement with the owners of the country club
property.
award from your community. Check the Step To It
web site for a few "green activities" to help increase
your step count.
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Residents who purchased trees through the
Shorewood tree sale are reminded that pre -
ordered trees must be picked up at Minnetonka
Public Works, 11522 Minnetonka Blvd. Hours ofthe
pick up are Friday, May 1, 9 am -2 pm, or Saturday,
MinnesotaTwins:
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The Minnesota Twinsjoin Hennepin County and
participating communities as proud sponsors
of the 2015 Step To It Challenge. Winning
participants from each community will be
recognized during a Twins game this summer.
Create a team or register as an individual;
challenge friends in other communities; get a work
challenge started - -make getting in shape or staying
in shape part of your everyday life and have some
fun while doing it.
May 2, 9 am -noon. You will receive a postcard in the
mail prior to the eventthat you should take with you
for ease of pick up. If you have questions, please
call 952.960.7906.
Bee Not Afraid
Spring flowers bring our much
needed pollinators back to
the neighborhood. Most enjoy
seeing the first butterfly flutter by
the window - -the first bee does not
always create the same joy. Fear
of bees is common, and often
unfounded.
In Minnesota 60 -70% of the
bees are nesting bees, according
to the University of Minnesota
Bee Lab. These bees are solitary
and burrow underground to nest.
Queen bees nest alone and raise
their young. They are very docile
and rarely sting. Male nesting bees
are more active. They defend the
nest and seem aggressive, but
actually lack a sting.
Relocating Bees
Although ground bees tend to
be harmless and are actually
desirable as pollinators, they don't
Recycling
April 2015
Weeks f,
All recycling must be curbside no later
than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland
residents recycle April 8 and 22; Island
residents recycle April 9 and 23.
Report misses: 952.941.5174
always nest in desirable locations.
Should nesting bees decide that
their ideal nesting location is right
at the bottom of your deck step,
you don't need to use pesticides to
get rid of them. Nesting bees like
dry locations, so simply watering
the area thoroughly for several
days will disrupt the bees and they
will relocate on their own.
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Residents who have aggressive
bee problems are often dealing
with yellow jackets. One way to
tell the difference between nesting
bees and yellow jackets are the
solitary behavior of the bees. If
you see many "bees" coming in
and out of the ground nest, they
are likely yellow jackets. Yellow
jackets are aggressive and you
often want them to be located
away from living areas. To try to
get relocate yellow jacket nests,
try pouring water mixed with dish
or laundry soap onto the nest for
several days. This should be done
with caution and is best done at
night and when temperatures are
dipping close to 50 degrees, as
the yellow jackets are less active
and have more trouble flying. Get
more information on how to safely
remove aggressive wasp nests
and how to discourage them, on
University of Minnesota Extension
Service web site: http: / /tinyurl.
com/beecontrol.
Insecticides should always be
a last resort, and do not work well
with wasps. Discouraging the
nesting site from the beginning is
the best form of defense against
aggressive wasps. See the city
web site under Yard and Garden
for additional tips on keeping your
yard bee safe.
Watershed Grants Available for Landscape
The Minnehaha Creek
Watershed District has a
cost share grant available to
residents in the district. This
program provides partial payment
Lawn Watering
Lawn watering uses a significant
portion of our water supply.
It is important that residents
and businesses follow the city's
watering ordinance. This allows
Shorewood's water system not
only an adequate opportunity to
replenish the supply in the city's
water storage tanks, but also
ensures there is enough water for
all uses, some of which include
vital services such as firefighting.
The city's ordinance states
that residents and businesses
can water before 11 am and after
for the installation of raingardens,
pervious pavement systems,
rainwater capture and reuse
systems, and other clean water
practices on private lands. Private
Ordinance in
4:30 pm, May 1- September 30.
Residents are advised to work
with their sprinkler system provider
to make sure watering times
are scheduled to water within
ordinance hours. Remember to
check the timer on your watering
system after power outages so
that you are not in violation of the
restriction.
Fees for violating the water use
restrictions are:
• First offense - $50 fee
• Each additional offense - $25
fee increase (e.g. 2nd violation
property owners are eligible for
funding. Grants up to 50% of the
project or $2,500 are available.
For information, go to www.
minnehaha creek. org,
Effect Maur 1
$75, 3rd violatio $100, etc.)
No warnings are given for violation
of the watering restrictions.
Residents are encouraged to
check the city web site for lawncare
information which includes lawn
water needs.
EXEMPTIONS: Private wells are exempt
from the ordinance, however, the city
encourages homeowners to conserve
their water resources during peak
hours. Activities such as play toys, car
washing, and hand watering are exempt
if attended. Call the city at 952.960.7900.
if you have questions.
Celebrate Bees
Save the date for the first Humming
for Bees education festival to protect
pollinators, Tuesday, June 30, 5 -8 pm
in The Commons, Excelsior. Meet 2015
American Honey Queen, Gabrilee
Hemesath, enjoy honey treats, and
learn how you can help our bees.
Severe Weather Awareness Week
innesota Severe Weather
Awareness Week is April
13 -17. with two statewide tornado
drills on Thursday, April 16 at 1:45
pm and 6:55 pm. This annual
public event is designed to remind
individuals, families, businesses,
schools, and institutions that
it's essential to plan ahead for
Minnesota's severe spring and
summer weather.
Prepare Your Familv
Take advantage of this week
to review your own and your
family's emergency procedures
and prepare for weather - related
hazards. Minnesota Department
of Public Safety (DPS) has
information sheets to review for
each day ofthe awarenessweek.
Go to http: / /hsem.dps.mn.gov
and search "severe weather
awareness week ". The site has
Excelsior Library Book Sale
Bargain hunters and book
lovers take note: On
Saturday, April 11, 8 am -3
pm, at Mount Calvary Church
(301 County Rd 19, Excelsior)
the Friends of the Excelsior
Library will hold a sale of several
thousand adult and children's
fiction and nonfiction books in
hardcover and paperback. Most
books, and other media, will be
priced at $1 or less. Funds raised
When the Lights Go Out
AIN recent wide - spread power
utage which included a
large portion of Shorewood was
due to an unusual combination
of events with Xcel Energy. With
the upcoming severe weather
season approaching, there
will likely be outages due to
storms, and residents should be
prepared in case of an outage.
When the lights go out, the
first thing you should do is report
the outage online at http://www.
xcelenergy.com /Outages, or by
phone, 1.800.895.1999. Keep in
mind that if you have an internet
phone service, your landline
phones will not work so you will
have to call from a cell phone.
If you or someone in your
family has a medical condition
which requires electrical
equipment, a backup generator
is recommended. You should
also complete a Life Support
Designation form through Xcel.
For more information on this
program, contact Xcel at 1 -800-
895 -4999. Remember that
9 -1 -1 service from a cell phone
requires that you provide an
accurate address to guarantee
no confusion about your
location. Phone service which
uses modem driven internet for
connection will not work during
an electrical outage.
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lots of information for you to
prepare for severe weather.
Wireless Emergency Alerts
will sound on newer model cell
phones during an actual tornado
warning. Afact sheet on the DPS
web site explains the details of
this new service. Links are also
available on the city web site.
will benefit the Excelsior Library.
Customers using scanners must
pay a $5 fee. Questions, call 612-
543 -6350.
If there is an electrical outage, Do
not open freezer or refrigerators.
According to FoodSafety.gov,
refrigerated food should stay
safe if the power is out for no
more than four hours.
If you use a generator, realize
that generators produce CO
and must be vented away from
your house to the outside. Do
not keep a generator closed in
a garage where CO can build
up. Make sure all extension
cords are heavy duty and follow
manuafaturers instructions
exactly.
o you have Legos around is collecting Legos for their open hours. The finished exhibit
the house that could use summer garden displays. Drop is scheduled to be open May
a new use? The University of Legos off at the Oswald Visitor 15- August 30.
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Center at the Arboretum during
City of Shorewood
5755 Country Club Road
_` Shorewood, MN 55331
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PERMIT #30681
There are two items on the April 7, 2015, Planning Commission agenda:
7:45 PM Public Hearing for Conditional Use Permit to temporarily have two houses on one lot at 5530 Vine Hill Road.
8:00 PM Public Hearing for a Conditional Use Permit for Met Council Environmental Services to locate a new sewer
lift station on the property at 21445 State Highway 7.
Board Rep Needed for LMCi
The city would like interested residents to serve as the city representative for the Lake Minnetonka Communications
Commission. Meetings are generally once per month. Residents interested in video production, public access
and cable tv are encouraged to apply. Contact the city at 952.960.7900 or see the city web site under Job /Volunteer
Opportunities for additional information.
Mayor; Jennifer Labadie; Debbie Siakel; Kristine Sundberg; Richard Woodruff
City Administrator: Bill Joynes; Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore
Spring Clean -Up &
E -Waste Recycling
Materials may be brought to the
Shorewood Public Works Facility, 24200 Smithtown Road
8 AM-4 PM, Saturday, May 16
Photo ID with proof of residency required. Cash or Check
Air Comp /Generator
$10
Appliances
$10
Auto Batteries
FREE
Air Conditioner
$10
BBQ Grills
$10
Bicycles
FREE
Carpet 6' x 12"
$10
Cell phones
FREE
Chain Saw GAS
$10
Chain Saw ELECT
$10
Fluorescent Bulbs
FREE
Furniture couch $20;Stuffed
Chair $15; other $10 -15
Leaf Blower
$10
Mattress /Box Spring
$15 /ea piece
Mosquito Magnets
$10
Mower: Push
$10
Rider
$15
Power Tools
Pressure Washer
Printer Cartridges
Propane Tank
Rototillers
Scrap metal
(no plastic parts, etc.)
Smoke Detectors
Snow Blower
Ti res
Weed Wackers
Vacuum
Water Softener
Only.
$10
$10
FREE
$10
$10
FREE
$2
$10
$5
$10
$10
$20
No Household Hazardous Waste
or paint accepted at this event!
E -Waste Drop -Off
Household waste only; no business e- waste. For free drop off locations,
see the city web site, www.ci.shorewood.mn.us, under Recycling.
Cameras $2
Radios, CD Player, Stereo $2
Telephones $2
Comp /Laptop /Scanner $5
Monitors, Keyboard, Mice $2
Modems $2
FAX machine $2
Printers $2
VCR /DVD /DVR $2
Televisions $10 or Console /projection $15
Copiers $25
General Rubbish other than what is listed:
Car Load ................. ............................... $25
Trailer 4'X 8'X 1' ..... ............................... $30
Van Load ................ ............................... $30
1.2 Yard Pick -up Truck Load ................. $40
Full Pick -up Truck ... ............................... $50
Free Secure Paper Shredding Event for 2015
9 am - 12 pm, City Hall parking lot, 5755 Country Club Road, Shorewood
see reverse side for details
Got Paper? We can help!
FREE Secure
Paper Shredding
Saturday, May 16, 9 am -12 prn
Shorewood City Hall, 5755 Country Club Road
Here's how it works:
• Gather up all of your old files, tax returns, bank statements and any other papers
you may have.
• Bring the items in paper bags to the city hall parking lot.
• Cones will be set up to direct you in one driveway.
• Stay in your vehicle. Volunteers will remove your paper for the shred truck.
What you need to know:
• Event will close during lightning storms.
• You will drive your vehicle into our facility for the process where our staff and
volunteers will unload it for you. Witnessed destruction can happen at that time,
if so desired.
• Paper only. Please do not bring any 3 ring binders, plastics, trash or other non -
paper items.
• All shredded paper is baled and shipped directly to the paper mill for recycling.
Questions? See the city web site,
www.ci.shorewood.mn.us,
under recycling, or contact the city at
952.960.7900.
Paper shredding
only is at city hall,
5755 Country Club Road .
Southshore Center
See more SSC programs or register at www.southshore- center org, or call 952.474.7635.
Programs fo
Just for KIX Dance
Thursdays
As an established youth dance program,
Just For Kix is a leader in dance instruction.
Classes for age 4- adult. Register or get
more information at http: / /www.justforkix.
com/danceclasses /Minnetonka MN.
Get Fit
ZUMBA, Wednesdays at 6:30 pm
$49 for 7 weeks; $10 per week for walk -in
Get fit in this Latin inspired dance fitness
class. All levels welcome. Call the center
to register.
Tai -Chi
Mondays through May 11, 10 am
$48 for 6 week session
Instructor Ron Erdman -Luntz has been
teaching seniors for over 25 years. Learn
this relaxing and stimulating form of
exercise. Register by calling the center.
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TED Talks Returns
Our Unequal Justice System
Thursday, April 9, 11 am
Avideo replay of a TED lecture by
criminal lawyer, teacher and lecturer
Bryan Stevenson, who wants us to
recognize how our justice system favors
the wealthy over the poor and minorities,
whom we incarcerate at rates we would
criticize in other countries. Everyone is
welcome. No registration required.
Bridge
Thursdays, 1 pm
Enjoy a game of bridge at the center weekly.
Call the center for more information.
Beading
Beading
Tuesdays, 1 pm
Have you never tried beading but are
curious? Do you love beading and want to
join a social group for your hobby? Either
way this group is for you. We have a supply
of beads to share, or bring your own.
Mahjong
Wednesdays, 1 pm
Enjoy this great the game that originated in
China. Tables of four compete in this fun
and slightly competitive game! For more
information or to reserve a spot at the table,
call the center at 952.474.7635.
Quilting
Mondays & Wednesdays, 9 -11 am
Learn from one another. Enjoy quilting time.
Share your talent with others! For more
information about this group and what to
bring, contact the center at 952.474.7635.
Bingo
Fridays, 12:30 pm
Who doesn't love BINGO? Grab a few
friends, or come alone, and enjoy an
afternoon of luck! For more information,
contact the center, 952.474.7635.
Computer Workshop
Tuesday, April 14,11-2 pm or 2 -3 pm
Members: Free & Non - Members: $2
Bring your laptop, iPad or iPhone. Rebeca
Hanrahan will help you get the most out of
our devices. Create a binder to help you
remember what you learn! Call the Center
at 952.474.7635 to sign up.
Pickleball is Back!
Mondays, 9:30 -11 am
If you enjoy tennis, racquetball or
badminton, you will love Pickleball! Meet
at the Badger Park tennis courts (weather
permitting). Paddles are available for use
at Southshore Center. No fee, but RSVP
to the center, 952.474.7635.
Taylor Marie Fashion Show
Monday, April 27, 2 pm
Door Prizes and Fashion Show! Call the
center to RSVP, 952.474.7635. Interested
in modeling? Receive a 10% product
discount. Call the center to sign up!
Programs for
Seniors
For more programs, call the center and be
added to the Senior Partners Newsletter list.
Dance Fitness Classes
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
8:15 am; $5 per session
Exercise classes for the active older
population. Improve aerobic power,
body endurance, strength, flexibility and
balance. Call the center to reserve a spot.
No classes in March.
AAA Driving Class
4 -Hour Refresher Course
Thursday, May 7, 5 -9 pm
Call 1.888.234.1294 to register for or get
more information on these 55 and over
classes. Save 10% on your car insurance!
Happy Feet Foot Care
Monday, April 20 by appointment
Services include: foot soak, foot massage,
care for corns calluses, or thick, curled,
or ingrown toenails. Call for appointment:
1.763.560.5136. Cost: $34
Carlson Tennis 2015
Badger Park Courts, 5745 Country Club Road, Shorewood
Free Tennis Play Day May 31
Carlson Tennis and the City of Shorewood are happy to host a Free Tennis Play Day. Our goal is to give kids ages 4 -11 of the South Lake
Minnetonka Area an opportunity to play the great sport of tennis. The event is Free, Fun, and promotes a sport of a lifetime. We hope
this opportunity and others that will be available throughout the summer will encourage kids to get out on the courts and play! Sign up at
www.carlsontennis.com.
1 -2 pm Ages 4 -8 OR 2 -3 pm Ages 9 -11
Carlson Tennis Stars Camp
June 16 -25; July 7 -16; July 28- August 6; August 18 -27
This camp is for everyone. Introduce your kids to the great sport of tennis with this fun rewarding
camp. The kids will learn and play quickly with our teaching methods. Camp days are on Tuesday,
Wednesday, & Thursday. For more information & sign up, go to www.carlsontennis.com
Little Stars(Ages 4 -6)
Rising Stars(Ages7 -8)
Future Stars(Ages 9 -11)
Adult Weekly Drills
9- 9:45am Cost: $80
9:45am- 10:45am Cost: $95
10:45am- 11:45am Cost: $95
Starts June 8
Cost is $20 /time. Sign up at www.carlsontennis.com
Mondays 9 -10 am Cardio Tennis
Wednesday 6:30- 7:30pm Cardio Tennis
Wednesday 8:30 -10 am 3.0/3.5 Women's Drill
More Adult Programs will be offered this summer. Check out our website, www.carlsontennis.com for more information. If you can't
find a program for you please contact Dan Carlson with any questions or suggestions. Come out and play! Dan Carlson, 612.875.5507,
dan @carlsontennis.com.
Summer at Freeman Crescent Beach
Freeman Park, 6000 Eureka Rd, Shorewood Birch Bluff Road
Music in the Park - Shalo Lee- Fri June 12 from 6 -8 pm
Bell Museum Honey Bees
Fri, June 26; 10am -Noon
Ages K -8 grade
Registration is required.
Maximum number is 30.
Understand the importance
of pollination for human food
production, dissect a flower to
observe the process of pollination.
and other hands -on activities. You
will be able to observe a bee hive.
Minnesota Zoomobile
Friday, July 17; 11 am
No registration is required. All
ages. The Minnesota Zoo will bring
a variety of animals. The show
runs about 45 minutes.
Herpetological Society
Fri, July 24; 10am -Noon
Registration is required. All
ages. The MN Herpetological
Society will bring an assortment
of animals to talk about, answer
questions and allow the kids to
touch them.
Kite Making
Fri July 31; 10am -Noon
Ages 7 -11
Registration is required. Maximum
number is 12. Learn to make a
28" tall x 35" wide sled kite. You
will also learn safety tips on flying
kites. Register on line.
Geocaching
Thurs, Aug 13; 10am -Noon
Registration is required. Maximum
number is 20. Three Rivers Park
District is hosting this activity.
Learn the basics of (GPS) Global
Positioning Technology then use
the internetto find local geocaches!
Hunt for hidden treasure and
use our GPS units to play an
updated version of Capture the
Flag! Register on -line.
Online registration is at
www.southshore- center, org.
Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP)
Wai Nani Surf & Paddle, Lake Minnetonka's longest
running full service Stand Up
Paddleboard provider, will be
offering "Paddle and Play"
clinics and "Beginner Clinic and
Post Paddle" clinic. Please visit
www.WaiNaniSUP.com for more
information.
Stand Up Paddleboarding:
Teen "Paddle and Play!"
Friday, July 17 12:30 -2 pm
Ages 12 -17; Registration Required; $55
Wai Nani Surf & Paddle, Lake Minnetonla
Stand Up Paddleboarding: "What is SUP ?"
Beginner Group Clinic
Mon, June 22 6 -7:30 pm or Fri, July 17 10 -11:30 am
Registration Required; $45
Age 12 +(under 16 must be accompanied by adult
guardian)
Kayaking
Tuesday, July 28 from 10am -Noon; Ages 10 -13.; $15
Registration is required. Minimum number is 6 and
maximum number is 10. Register on -line. All equipment
provided. Instruction by Three Rivers Park District