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4 April 2016 Shore ReportiTi�l:iTiTi SeeClickFix Service Comes to Shorewood The city of Shorewood has partnered with SeeClickFix that will allow residents to report quality -of -life issues and request city services. With the free SeeClickFix mobile app and web tools, Shorewood residents will be able to provide Shorewood staff with pictures, videos, specific descriptions and more -- valuable information needed to get the job done efficiently. In addition, the SeeClickFix platform provides Shorewood officials with a centralized issue management system to manage issues from creation to resolution -- engaging Shorewood residents throughout the process. This partnership not only allows Shorewood residents to report problems, but also to view, comment on, and vote to fix problems submitted by their neighbors. Residents can even create their own "watch areas" to receive notifications about all the issues reported in the community, enabling Utility Rate tility rate increases are set to begin in 2016 with the April billing statement. Last year, a rate study was performed recommending regular increases in the utility charges as the city's costs increased. The City Council adopted increased utility rates for inclusion with the 2016 budget plans. These rates are designed to cover them to follow the progress of all service requests, not just the ones they report. The SeeClickFix mobile app is available for download on Android and iPhone. In addition to the mobile apps, residents can send reports to Shorewood's website and SeeClickFix.com. See ClickFix was founded in 2008 S eeClickFOIX to empower citizens with tools to publicly document concerns in their neighborhoods. Specific property complaints remain confidential and will not show as a report in the system, but can be reported through SeeClickFix. SeeClickFix will be officially open by April 11. If you have any questions about the service, please contact the city at 952.960.7900, and get ready to engage with your community! Increase Effective ; 1 Aaril and storm water management utility operations. No increases are planned for the water or recycling utility rates at this time. The average customerwill see an increase of less than $6 per quarter in their utility bill. Please contact Finance Director Bruce DeJong at bdejong@ ci.shorewood.mn.us or 952.960.7903 if you have any questions regarding your utility account. increased costs of providing service for the sanitary sewer April 2016 www.ci.shorewood.mn.us Lot Size 2015 fee /qtr 2016 fee /qtr Sanitary Sewer $72.85 $75.04 Storm Water < 10,000 sq ft $12.71 $15.25 Storm Water 10,000- 50,000 sq ft $18.14 $21.77 Storm Water J> 50,000 sq ft 1 $23.62 1 $28.34 increased costs of providing service for the sanitary sewer April 2016 www.ci.shorewood.mn.us Recycling April 2016 Weeks for All recycling must be curbside no later than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland residents recycle April 6 and 20; Islands recycle April 7 and 21. g AN-5mA Report misses: 952.941.5174 For a larger or additional cart, call the city at 952.960.7900. Get Free Twins Tickets and More! Walk. Run. Bike. Garden. You already do many activities in a day that you could log to earn "steps" toward prizes during the Hennepin County Step To It Challenge. This free program is open to all Shorewood residents. The Step To It Challenge is a four -week physical activity campaign that motivates people of all ages and abilities to become more physically active. Family members, coworkers, schoolmates, neighbors, and friends come together to participate in this friendly competition among communities. You may register online at www.steptoit. org beginning April 1. Then, from May 3 through May 30, track your physical activity by recording your steps online. Log your physical activity daily or weekly on your Step To It account. Severe Weather Awareness re you ready for severe I—Aweather? Each year, HSEM in collaboration with the National Weather Service and 16 State and local agencies and organizations sponsors Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota. The week is designed to refresh, remind and educate everyone about the seasonal threats from severe weather and how to avoid them. It's also a greattimeto make and practice your emergency plan and build or refresh your emergency preparedness kit. Statewide Thmado Drills The most important events during Severe WeatherAwareness Week are the two annual statewide tornado drills. These drills are scheduled for Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 1:45 p.m. and 6:55 p.m. (Counties may chose to opt out of the drills if actual severe weather is possible in the area) All steps will be counted in your community's step totals in the competition. A conversion chart for changing various activities into steps is available at steptoit.org. All participants receive a free t -shirt and swag bag and the chance to get pairs of Twins tickets! Find out more on the city web site under "Park and Rec Programs ". Outdoor warning sirens and NOAA Weather Radios will sound in a simulated tornado warning. The first drill is intended for institutions and businesses. The evening drill is intended for second shift workers and families. Take advantage of Severe Weather Awareness Week to review your own and your family's emergency procedures. Learn more on the city web stie under "Safety, Police and Fire ". Sharps /Needle Collection for Residents It's important to manage and dispose of sharps (needles, lancets, and syringes) safely to prevent injury and disease transmission from needle- sticks. Because of the increased need to safe disposal options, sharps from households are now accepted at the county's drop -off facilities in Brooklyn Park and Bloomington. 1. Prepare needles and sharps: • Store in a plastic, rigid, puncture- resistant container with a screw -on lid (no glass containers). Examples include empty laundry detergent bottles with screw -on lids. You can also purchase a sharps disposable container from a pharmacy. • Label the empty container, "Do not recycle: Household sharps" • Put used needles in the container point- first. Note: Do not put unused medicines contained in sharps (epi —pens) in your container. ** • Only fill your container half full of needles and sharps. • Keep the lid screwed on the container to prevent spills. 2. Proof of residency, such as a driver's license, is required. Staff will guide you to the needles and sharps drop -off area. Your sharps must be in a proper container, and you will be responsible for placing your container into the drop -off bin. For a complete list of safe disposal options for sharps — including mail -in and destruction options —see www.hennepin. us/green-disposal-guide/items/ needles- sharps. * Residential collection only. No businesses. * *Hennepin County does not accept medicines or unused medicines contained in sharps (epi -pens) at the county drop -off facilities. Southshore Center 5735 Country Club Rind • ' -+ i4.t000 • www.souinsnore- cenier.org Computer Workshop Wed., April 13,11-2 pm, 2 -3 pm Senior Partner Members Free/ Non - Members $2 Bring your laptop, iPad or iPhone. Rebeca Hanrahan will help you get the most out of your devices. Create a binder to help you remember what you learn! Call the center to sign up. TED Talks Thursday, April 14, 11 am China /US: Doomed to Conflict? A video replay of a TED lecture by the former Australian Prime Minister, who says that the largest economy in the world since King George III soon will be non - English speaking, non - Western and non- democratic. Is a "peaceful future for China and the US possible? RSVP to 952.474.7635 or drop in. Happy Feet Foot Care Mon., April 18 by appt.; $34 Call for an appointment: 1.763.560.5136. Sharing Caring Hands Luncheon April 21, 11 am $5 SSP Member; $7 Others Our center has been supportive of Sharing Caring Hands. Ourquilters have donated mittens, pillowcases, and a large quilt to be placed in the new playroom at Mary's Place. Join us as we learn about Mary Jo Copeland & her journey to provide the needs of the poor. Call 952.474.7635 for a reservation Mahjong Wednesdays, 1 pm Enjoy a fun game of Mahjong and socialize with the group. For information, call the center. Woodcarvers Tuesdays, 9:30 am Join this social group as they carve their creations! Bridge Thursdays, 1 pm Enjoy a game of bridge at the center weekly. RSVP to the center. Beading Tuesdays, 1 pm Enjoy fun, share ideas, and create! Quilting Mon. & Wed., 9 am -noon Learn from one another. Share your talent with others! For more information about what to bring, contact the center. Bingo Fridays, 12:30 pm Who doesn't love BINGO? Grab a few friends, or come alone, and enjoy an afternoon of luck! Beginning Yoga 1 Tuesdays, 6 -6:50 pm April 5th - May 24th $64 for an 8 Week Session $10 per Drop -In Class This beginner's class will restore you with the healing art of yoga. You will learn basic yoga postures focusing on technique to build strength & flexibility. Basic Vinyasa Flow yoga sequences will also be introduced. Ages 18 +. Bring a yoga mat. Beginning Yoga 2 Tuesdays, 7 -7:50 pm April 5th - May 24th $64 for an 8 Week Session $10 per Drop -In Class This class is for those with some experience. We will build upon basic yoga postures and introduce new postures. Class time will be split between learning proper technique and incorporating postures into Vinyasa Flow yoga sequences. Ages 18 +. Bring a yoga mat. Tai -Chi Mondays at 10 am $48 per 6 week session: Drop -Ins Welcome Instructor Ron Erdman -Luntz has been teaching seniors for 25+ years. To register call the center. Dance Fitness Classes Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 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. ZUMBA If you love dancing and having fun, you will love ZumbaO. Our Certified ZumbaO Instructors, Pamela and Steph will show you the dances step by step and offer low or high impact modifications to make your workout your own! Minimum of 5. Maximum of 20 per class. Registration Deadline is 5 days before class start date. Walk -in's are always welcome! Go online to register at www.southshore- center. org or call 952 - 474 -7635 or stop by Southshore Center and complete a registration form. Don't wait, let Zumba® move you! Steph's April & May 2016 classes 6 week session/7th week free Thursdays 9 -10 am Dates: 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26,6/2 Session: $42; Walk -in: $10 Steph's Summer 2016 Classes 6 week session + 7th class free Wednesdays, 6:30 — 7:30pm Dates: 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, (no class July 4), 7/11, 7/18, 7/25 Session: $42; Walk -in: $10 Zumba Fitness with Pamela Walk -in Wed. through May 11 6:30 -7:30 pm; $10 per week All ages welcome Wednesdays, May 18 -June 29 6:30 -7:30 pm; $49 session Register online, www.southshore- center.org, or call the center, 952.474.7635. City of Shorewood 5755 Country Club Road ■ Shorewood, MN 55331 PRESORTED STANDARD U.S.POSTAGE PAID TWIN CITIES, MN PERMIT #30681 Planning Commission Planning Commission Agenda: A subdivision of property located at 26985 Edgewood Road into one new lot (this was approved last year but never finalized). Tentative: The senior housing and care facility proposed by Oppidan Investment forthe intersection of Highway 7 and Chaska Road may be continued to the April 19 meeting. Don't Binw It! W then doing spring yard chores, make sure you don't blow or sweep sand, grass clippings, fertilizer, etc. into e roadway. It is illegal, but more importantly, it damages our lakes, streams and wetlands. Spring rains and melting snow run into the stormwater system and end up in ourwaterways. Instead, sweep or blow debris into your yard, or into a pile that you can dispose of in your trash. You may also mix sand and dirt debris into soil in an area you will not be growing food in case of contamination from cars, pet waste, and other items. Mayor; Jennifer Labadie; Debbie Siakel; Kristine Sundberg; Richard Woodruff City Administrator: Bill Joynes; Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore Spring Clean -Up E3 EArWaste Recycling o Materials may be brought to the Shorewood Public Works Facility, 24200 Smithtown Road 8 AM -4 Pm, Saturday, May 21 Photo I D with proof of residency required. Cash or Check Only. 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 $10 Pressure Washer $10 Printer Cartridges FREE Propane Tank $10 Rototil lers $10 Scrap metal (no plastic parts, etc.) FREE Smoke Detectors $2 Snow Blower $10 Tires $5 Weed Wackers $10 Vacuum $10 Water Softener $20 No Household Hazardous Waste or paint accepted at this event! EaWaste Drop -Off Household waste only; no business e- waste. For alternative drop off locations, see the city web site, www.ci.shorewood.mn.us, under Recycling. Cameras $2 Radios, CD Player, Stereo $2 Telephones $2 (cell phones free) Laptop computer /Tablets /Scanner $5 Desktop Computer with monitor $15 Computer or monitor $10 Keyboard, Mice $2 Modems $2 FAX machine $2 Printers $2 VCR /DVD /DVR $2 Televisions $15 or Console /projection $15 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 2016 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 21 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 secure papers you may have (newspapers and non - secure papers should be put in your recycling cart and not brought for shredding). • Bring the items in paper bags to the city hall parking lot (bags will be returned) • Cones will be set up to direct you in one driveway. • Stay in your vehicle. Volunteers will remove your paper for the shred truck. Know what to shred: Although opinions differ on exactly what to shred, basically know that you should shred any documents containing signatures, account numbers, social security numbers, credit card offers, and any legal or medical information (including tax forms, checks, pay stubs, etc.). General mail, catalogs and flyers do not need to be shredded, and are better recycled curbside. Contact jmoore Oci. shorewood, 952.960.7906, with questions. 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 un- load it for you. Witnessed destruction can happen at that time, if so desired. • Paper only. Please do not bring any 3 ring bind- ers, plastics, trash or other non -paper items. • NO PLASTIC BAGS! • All shredded paper is baled and shipped directly to the paper mill for recycling. • Two shred trucks will be available to reduce capactiy issues we had in 2015. • We make every effort to meet the shredding needs of residents, but if both trucks fill the event will close prior to 12 pm. anw.wao swmi.i. CWatY Rase 19 SmEM°w^FOad � A 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 un- load it for you. Witnessed destruction can happen at that time, if so desired. • Paper only. Please do not bring any 3 ring bind- ers, plastics, trash or other non -paper items. • NO PLASTIC BAGS! • All shredded paper is baled and shipped directly to the paper mill for recycling. • Two shred trucks will be available to reduce capactiy issues we had in 2015. • We make every effort to meet the shredding needs of residents, but if both trucks fill the event will close prior to 12 pm.