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9 September 2016 Shore Report • Voter Turnout and Primary Results or the August 9 Primary Election, 5.5% of election you may pre- registered Shorewood voters voted. The register by October • • • Primary this year had only Associate Justice for 14. For information ELECTION • •_ •• •_ Supreme Court 6 on the ballot. Natalie Hudson on absentee voting or 2016 won the Primary with 64.96% of the vote. voter registration,see Absentee voting for the General election the city web site under • is September 23-November 7. If you are not Elections, or call the . - ... registered to vote but plan to vote in the general city, 952.960.7900. Become an Expert Protectina Our Waters Want to protect clean water in a lake or stream stormwater out of lakes and streams each year. you care about?The Master Water Stewards The deadline to apply is September 15th. • • • program can give you the knowledge, skills, and Qualified applicants must live in a participating network to make it happen! watershed district and attend an information Applications are now being accepted for the session.Learn more at www.masterwaterstewards. 2017 class of Stewards. The 13-session course org. runs from October 2016 through April 2017. Minnehaha Creek Watershed District ' Participants receive extensive training from top • industry professionals on howto address threats to water quality.Participants also build a networkwith ' �+ like-minded peers,with an emphasis on creativity s • and collaboration. In many cases,a majority of the • •• program costs are covered by the local watershed •• - •• •• •.• district. r � Armed with that knowledge, Stewards build projects in their communities that protect water quality and work to educate their neighbors on clean water issues. To date, more than 100 , Stewards have been trained and built projects that keep more than a million gallons of polluted City Seeking LMCC Board Member • • • • • ity of Shorewood is looking for one resident letter of interest to: City Clerk, City of Shorewood, Cto volunteer as the city representative for the 5755 Country Club Road,Shorewood,MN 55331; • • " • • Lake Minnetonka Communication Commission email:cityha11 @ci.shorewood.mn.us,or call the city • • • • board for a term ending February 2017 with the at 952.906.7900 for more information. • . possibility of renewal. Meetings are on the second . - ... Tuesday of each month 6-8 times per year.Send a September 2016 www.ci.shorewood.mn.us • • • Recycling Weeks for September 2016 All recycling must be curbside no later than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland residents recycle September 8 & 21; Island ' residents recycle September 9 & 22. One day delay in September • due to Labor Day. Report misses: 952.941.5174 • •• Recycle Responsibly The Star Tribune took a look at facilities, but what does that recycler,eliminating the problems recycling data to analyze some mean for you? The recyclability they cause at recycling facilities. trends and found a mix of results. of materials is affected by how In 2013, Minnesotans on average items are managed.For example, Cutting out Contaminants recycled about 596 pounds of shredded paper makes a huge By knowing more about recycling paper, metal, glass, and plastic mess at recycling facilities and may contamination and keeping each year,which is an 18 percent end up as garbage if not properly contaminants out of curbside ' increase since 1996. Cardboard prepared. Place shredded paper recycling bins, we can work is being recycled more than ever, in a closed paper bag or use a together to improve recycling but plastic bottles are ending up community or business shredding programs. These efforts will in the garbage more often. Make service thattakes shredded paper benefit households, haulers, sure you know what to throw to to an end user instead of a facility. recycling facilities,and the greater community. Be a diligent recycler right keep recyclables out of landfills Another huge problem for and incinerators. recycling facilities is plastic bags and keep items going to the right and other plastic films. They can places! •• What's the Problem? get stuck in sorting machines and Most common contaminants: ' The recycling collected from our halt the recycling process. Plastic homes is delivered to a recycling bags and film can be recycled, plastic bags '• ' facility where they are sorted by but not in your curbside bin. More frozen food boxes(it's the coating) both machines and people into than 20 times the amount of plastic drinking glasses ' different material categories, bags ends up in the garbage food waste such as plastics, paper, metal than in the recycling. Drop off big plastic items(toys, etc.) ' and glass, before being sent locations are convenient,including If you are not sure, call the city, ' to manufacturers that use the most grocery stores. Plastic bags 952.960.7906, and ask. We might ' recyclables to make new items. recycled at a drop-off location are You may know that some items delivered directly to a plastics be able to direct you to a drop off site for your items! ' cause problems for recycling • Celebrate 125 Years of Excelsior Fire District • - • • • C Fire Truck Parade xcelsiorFireDistrictvolunteer Saturday,September 10, 12 pm For additional information, C department started serving the including a history of the fire Water Street,Downtown Excelsior • ••• community in 1891.In September, district or how you can join the • the fire district will hold Saturday,September 10, district as a firefighter, go to www. • two days of events to c£u 1:30-3 pm r Water Fights & excelsiorfire.org. • celebrate 125 years of `FIRE Watermelon Feed, Save the date for the annual • • service! .. Excelsior Excelsior Fire District's ' Sat.,Sept. 10,9:30-11 am 1E y Monday,September 12 Open House and Safety Fair, • ••• Fire Station Tours p S Tapping History Thursday, October 6th, 5:30- , EFD West Station #1, 24100 T Excelsior Brewing gpm.Activities, demos, displays, Smithtown Rd (County Road :.;r Company 19),ShorewoodAND A glance at the history firetruckrides&tasty treats for the • EFD East Station #2, 20227 '3� r« of Excelsior Fire District. entire family. Held at Fire Station ... Cottagewood Rd,Deephaven #1,24100 Smithtown Rd(Cnty Rd • 19), Shorewood. • Irrigation System User Survey Request Researchersatthe Metropolitan asking metro area residents to and their irrigation practices and Council and University of participate in a brief online "Lawn goals. Go to http://tinyurl.com/ - Minnesota Extensionwantto know Water Use Survey," and respond irrigation survey to complete the •. how efficiently sprinkler or irrigation to a series of questions about their short survey. systems are performing. They're residence type and lawn size, Farmers' Market Season #1 The Excelsior Farmers' Market is - - • each Tuesday, 2-6 p.m. The Market is * _ located on Water Street in downtown • Excelsior between 2nd and 3rd • = Streets. { Shorewood Receives Step To It Award • " ••• • Congratulations to all steps per participant spring in Hennepin County. Shorewood residents who Brooklyn Park — Most Active The goal of the program is to _ participated in the 2016 Hennepin Community award with increase the activity level in the muni County Step To It Challenge! 128834, m u n total steps community.Shorewood residents Thanks to your efforts, the city should easily be able to get more _ of Shorewood received the most Minnetonka Beach — Most than 2.52% participation next i Engaged Community award with •• • steps per participant award. Y year, so get the family ready to _ Community awards were as 2.52%of their overall population sign up when the free registration ' follows: participating in the Challenge. begins next spring! ' Shorewood — Most Active Step To It Challenge is a free For more information, go to Resident award with 383,365 program that takes place each www.steptoit.org. SLMPD Recruiting Police Reserves Reserve officers are unpaid can use a squad car on their • Good physical condition . . volunteers. Reserve officers own to check residences and • Possess a valid Minnesota . . . . provide support services that businesses, perform assigned driver's license . . include such duties as riding details, and assist licensed • Have no felony or gross .. with licensed officers on routine officers as requested. misdemeanor convictions patrol, traffic and crowd control, Some volunteers plan to enter • Pass an oral examination . . . crime prevention,residential and the law enforcement profession. • P a s s a background business checks, bike patrol, Others are citizens with a variety investigation . . security assignments, and of backgrounds not related to law Successful applicants must emergency call-outs for disasters enforcement,who have a desire complete the Hennepin County and crisis situations. They are to give to their community in a Sheriff's Reserve Officer School. . . required to donate a minimum of very interesting way. This requirement may be waved 120 hours a year (10 hours per The SLMPD Reserve Unit if applicant is currently enrolled •.. . . month). welcomes interested applicants in a law enforcement program. After completion of required who meetthe following minimum For further information,contact training and performance qualifications: Officer Ricky Syhre at 952-960- evaluation, reserve officers At least 19 years old 1611. Apple Day Saturday, September 17 Celebrate fall and our beloved Apple apples at the 2016Apple Day!The day full of vendors,food,music and fun � ' � •• -�"Discounted registration fee through September 7. . . starts with a 5K run, and includes an apple pie baking contest,an apple pie Schedule of •• eating contest,a wooden boat display 8AM Apple of the Lake 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run •" and lots of fun for all ages! ' 'M-6 PM Artisan Vendor Street Fair • • • For a complete schedule of ' 'M-3 PM Excelsior Real Estate Happy Apple events throughout the day, see the Corner • chamber web site, www.excelsior- •• lakeminnetonkachamber.com. •• 12 PM Apple Pie Eating Contest - lIPM Beer and Wine Garden opens Apple • Dessert Contest Application available online or at Excelsior City Hall. Pie Baking application: hftp://tinyuri.com/2016piebaking Eating Pie application: Youth d adult categories. City of Shorewood 5755 Country Club Road PRESORTED Shorewood, MN 55331 STANDARD U.S.POSTAGE PAID TWIN CITIES,MN PERMIT#30681 ■ City of Shorewood Map aw Lawn s Watering Reminder 1 residents • municipal water cannot use sprinklers The September 20th Planning Commission agenda will include: or sprinkling systems •- 1 1.7 PM Public Hearing fora Special Home Occupation Permitto conduct group Pilates lessons at 5825 Brentridge Dr. p.m.This restriction does 2.7:10 PM Public Hearing for a Conditional Use Permit to allow accessory space over 1200 sq. ft. on property not affect hand watering located at 21195 Radisson Rd. or water toys. See the city web site under Water 3.A Public Hearing continued from the August 2 meeting to consider rezoning property at 24250 Smithtown Rd for complete information. from residential to commercial. 4.A Public Hearing continued from the July 19 meeting to consider regulations for short-term rental of residential property (vacation rental by owner). As part of the cities annual deer control program, archery specialists will be in various parts of the city on several weekends during the fall. September dates include September 22, 23 and 24. For more information, see the city web site. Southshore Center 5735 Country Club Road • 952.474.7635 • www.southshore-center.org Learn from one another. Share your talent Movie In the Park with others! For more information about 1 Friday, • what to bring, contact the center. i 4d Freeman Park, 6000 ■ • Bingo G' Fridays, 12:30 pm Aladdin Who doesn't love BINGO? Grab a few Aladdin When street rat friends, or come alone, and enjoy an he finds his wishes granted.However,he soon finds afternoon of luck! that the evil has other plans for the lamp--and for Princess Jasmine.But can Aladdin save Princess Fitness smine and his love for her after she sees that he Tai-Chi n't quite what he appears . . ages!Great fun for all Mondays at 10 am--Session begins 9112 hairs,bug spray and snacks. Concessions $48 6 week session; Drop-Ins Welcome Instructor Ron Erdman-Luntz has been available.A great friends and family night out! teaching seniors for 25+years. To register Kids crafts by New Horizon Childcare before the show! call the center. Computer Workshop Flu Clinic Dance Fitness Classes Wed., September 14, 11-2 pm, 2-3 pm Thursday,September 29, 10-11 am Mon,Wed, Fri Senior Partner Members Free/Non- Insurance accepted. Call the center to 8:30 am; $5 per session Members$2 register. Exercise classes for the active older Bring your laptop,Pad or iPhone. Rebeca population. Improve aerobic power, body Hanrahan will help you get the most out of Mahjong endurance,strength,flexibility and balance. your devices. Create a binder to help you Wednesdays, 1 pm Call the center to reserve a spot. remember what you learn! Call the center Lessons Sept 12, 19&26,free for SSP pickle Ball Clinic to sign up. members,$5 for others. Register by Sept 12&26, Oct 10& 24; 10-11 am calling the center. Badger Park Tennis Courts TED Talks Enjoy a fun game of Mahjong and socialize Thurs,September 8 at 11:00 am with the group. For information, call the Learn how to play this fun game, brush WHY WE THINK WE'RE RIGHT--EVEN center. up on your skills! Equipment provided. IF WE ARE WRONG Please RSVP your attendance by calling A video replay of a TED lecture by Woodcarvers the center, 952.474.7635. Tuesdays,9:30 am science writer Julia Galef, who asks why Join this social group as they carve their Zumba do we defend our opinions against all creations! Wednesdays,Oct.12-Nov 23,6:30-7:30 pm evidence. Are you a"soldier"or a"scout," $56 session psychologically? Knitting& Crocheting If you love dancing and having fun, you Everyone is welcome to join us in Tuesdays starting Sept.6, 10:30 am will love ZumbaO. Our Certified ZumbaO watching and discussing this interesting All abilities and levels welcome.No sign up Instructor will show you the dances step talk at our monthly TED Talks presentation needed. FREE by step and offer low or high impact at the Southshore Community Center. Bridge modifications to make your workout your Driver Improvement Program Thursdays, 1 pm own! Minimum of 5/Maximum of 20. Thursday,September 15, 11-5 pm Enjoy a game of bridge at the center YOGA Take your 4-hour refresher course to weekly. RSVP to the center. Yoga returns in November!Watch for dates continue your insurance discount! Call Beading and times,or call the center,952.474.7635, 1.888.234.1294 to register. Tuesdays, 1 pm to get on the call list! Dementia Caregivers Support Group Enjoy fun, share ideas, and create! Registration deadline for Yoga and Zumba is 5 days Friday, September 16,9-10 am Quilting before class start date. Walk-in's welcome!Go online Each third Friday of the month. Mon. &Wed.,9 am-noon to register at www.southshore-center.org or call Share your concern and support other 952.474.7635. caregivers of dementia patients. Learn from one another. Southshore Happy Feet Foot Care Mon.,September 19 by appt.;$36 First and third Wednesday of • - Call for an appointment: 1.763.560.5136. October 5 & 19, 12-5 pm Author Talk:Alan Tollefson Tuesday,September 27, 10:30 am Enjoy shopping with community • •rs! Jewelry, food Mr.Tollefson will present on his new book household items, skin care and much more! Shaping Our Community.This book spans our local history from 1852 to 2016. Nearly Stop by 1200 photos will help you relive the lives Interested in a table? Only per week to sell your goods! of 1300 people that have made this part of For •re information or the world so exciting. email directorPsouthshore-center.org. Southshore Communit y Center(E) ktjo b er I fe!5t Frida , October 7 ; 5 : 30- 7 : 30 m p Sou snore Communit y Center Come to our FREE family Oktoberfest celebration ! • • • Tastin,• Excelsior Brew Tastin • Kid Craft * ee family fun ! A—, German fare provided by SSCC's in-house Chef Connie Blanchard. Join us for some great food, music by Dandilions polka band and kids crafts! Southshore Center • 5735 Country Club Rd • Shorewood • 55331 W W WW M Fall Tennis at Badger Park Carlson Tennis Fall Camp - Sign up at www.carlsontennis.com Mondays/Wednesdays, September 7 - 26 Little Stars 4 pm-4:45pm Rising Stars 4 pm-5 pmt Future Stars 5 pm-6 pm Comp 3&4 6 pm-7:30pm Adult Tennis—Sign up at www.carlsontennis.com Back Into Tennis/Beginner—Thursdays 9-10:30 am—Cost: $20 This class is for the those that are wanting to get back into tennis after some time off, sometimes a long time off. It is also for the player who wants to get started. It is a weekly sign up to make it flexible for you. Invite your friends! Advanced Drill—Tuesdays 6-7:30 pm—Cost: $20 This is 4.0 drill for both men and women. We have a great group that play throughout the year and we are always open to new players. The drill consists of a combination of drill and play.