1 January ShoreReport League of Women Voters Mayors' Forum
Join local mayors as they discuss issues of • Mark Gaylord, Excelsior
concern and interest in their cities. All resi- Deb Kind, Greenwood
dents are encouraged to attend this panel event • Scott Zerby, Shorewood
on Tuesday, January 23, 7 p.m. at Southshore • Gerry De La Vega, Tonka Bay
Community Center, 5735 Country Club Road, • Jim Doak, Woodland
• Shorewood. This program is co-sponsored by League of
Attending the 2018 forum: Women Voters of South Tonka and Excelsior-
Paul A. Skrede, Deephaven Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce.
Residents Encouraged to Explore Windsource
• C horewood residents are taking advantage of As a local energy leader, our community has
Minnesota's wind power by subscribing to a goal of getting 300 new Windsource subscrib-
"' Xcel Energy's WindsourceO.Windsource is a vol- ers over the next two years. It takes less than
untary renewable subscription program enabling five minutes to sign-up and only around $5-10
residents to easily source their electricity from a month to participate. Now is the time to take
wind. Residents who have not explored signing action and join!
• • • up for Windsource are encouraged to try it. You Sign up today by calling 800.895.4999 or fill
are not committed after the first month if they feel out the online application at xcelenergy.com/
• • it is not something they want to continue. Windsource.
• • • - City Council Approves 2018 Budget
• • • On December 11, the Shorewood City Council The City's property tax is only a part of property
• • - approved the 2018 general fund budget and tax owner's tax bill. Of the total property tax dollars
levy.The levy will increase 3.6 percent over 2017, paid, the city portion is$0.27 of every dollar paid.
for a total of $5,369,245. When the increase in The remaining amounts go to Hennepin County,
• property values are factored in,the city's proposed Minnetonka or Westonka school districts,and other
tax rate will decline slightly from 29.45 percent to taxing districts such as the Met Council, Minnehaha
28.64 percent. Creek or Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek watershed
Property taxes are used to fund a variety of districts and the Metro Mosquito Control District.
• public services including police and fire, parks and The tax levy is only one part of the three
recreation, road maintenance and snow plowing, components that make up the property tax system
election administration, general government and in Minnesota, and the only one that the city has
communications. control over Class rate and valuations are the other
Where Your Tax Dollars Go two parts. A majority of property owners should
see a decrease or a modest increase in the city
portion of their property tax unless the valuation of
° a property increased. Home values for pay 2018
• • • • • taxes were determined on January 2,2017, by the
• • ' • . • _+% Hennepin County Assessor.
• - • • • The 2018 budget and tax levy are available on
• the city'swebsite,www.ci.shorewood.mn.us. under
Finance. Call the city with any questions.
January 2018
www.ci.shorewood.mn.us
Recycling Weeks for
•_ _ _ January 2018
All recycling must be curbside no later
than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland
• ••• = residents recycle January 10 and 24;
• Islands recycle January 11 and 25.
Report misses: 952.941.5174
You should have received a 2018
• recycling calendar by mail.
_ Holiday Light Recycling
Did this holiday season leave unwanted lights and cords to city
you with a few unwanted or hall during regular business hours,
nonworking holiday lights? Don't Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-
, toss them in the garbage--recycle 4:30 p.m.The bin is located in the
them! The City of Shorewood front entry.
collects holiday lights for recycling. There is also a battery collection
Unwanted extension cords are bin for household batteries at city
also accepted. Simply bring your hall.
Protect Your Home From Theft
. t is easy to forget that crime • Be as serious about securing • At night, lock your overhead
•... Ihappens everywhere.There are your attached garage as you are garage door or unplug the
. things you can do to protect your about your home. If a potential automatic garage door opener.
home and belongings from being intruder gains access to the garage • If you leave a vehicle in the
an easy target: they have a private location to use driveway or parked on the street,
• If you see a suspicious person while breaking into your home. take the automatic garage door
orvehicle in your neighborhood, • Consider curtains or other opener into the house.
• call 911 right away. devices to block the windows on • Be alert for those posing as
• Watch out for your neighbors. If your garage. Intruders may peek solicitors, stranded motorists,
you see something suspicious, intothe garageto look for vehicles. or people looking for a lost pet.
call 911. • Locking your overhead garage Burglars often knock on doors
• Trust your instincts. You know door or unplugging the automatic prior to breaking in to determine if
your neighborhood better than opener is a highly recommended. someone is home.
anyone else. If you feel like • If you leave a vehicle in the • Never let someone into your
• •• something is not right or out of driveway or parked on the street, house that you do not know. If
place, you are usually right. take the automatic garage door someone comes to your door in
Although alarm systems and dogs opener into the house. need of help or assistance, offer
can be a deterrent,do not be lured Have a trusted neighbor or to call 911 while they wait outside.
friend check your house while • Keep a list of valuable property
into a false sense of security.
• ••; you're away. Otherwise, call the that includes serial numbers and/
While You're Away South Lake Minnetonka Police or photographs. This information
• Ensure that all your door and Department at 952-474-3261 will be very helpful in a burglary
window locks are in good working and arrange for a vacation home investigation and could help
• •• order and use them. check.As resources are available, prevent future criminal activity.
•Do not let your mail ornewspapers we will check on you r home for you • If you observe suspicious
• pile up. Place a hold on these while you are away. activity,try to obtain license plates
items or have someone collect • Finally, consider your use of numbers and other distinguishing
' them while you are away. social media and the related characteristics to help the police
•If you are away from home for an privacy settings. Who's admiring investigation.
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extended period of time, arrange those vacation photos from afar?
•- to have someone cut your lawn While You're Home If you ever return home to find that
•• or shovel the driveway and walks. • Keep doors and windows locked. your home has been broken into
• Consider using timers on your Be mindful when leaving your do not check the house yourself.
_ lights, television, or radio to garage door open. Burglars have To preserve evidence and ensure
present the appearance that the been known to sneak into a house your own safety, call 911 from a
residence is occupied. or swipe a bicycle from the garage safe location.
• Trim branches, shrubs, and while the homeowner is mowing South Lake Minnetonka Police
bushes away from doors and the back lawn.
windowS.
Computer Talent? •
Southshore Center had a loyal
following in its computer workshop
for seniors, but are in need of a
new teacher. If you have some �, •.-
expertise and would like to share
your knowledge of laptops, tablets
and smart phones with seniors, call
the center at 952.474.7635. •
Southshore Community Center Events
5735 Country Club Rd, Shorewood, 55331; 952.474.7635; www.southshore-center.org •. _• • _
Adult Programs adults, uses low impact exercises Linda, 952.475.1430. No RSVP •
to get your heart pumping! necessary. •
TEDTalks will return in the Exercises can be adapted •
spring! Enjoy your winter! for all levels of fitness and Mahjong
Driver Improvement Refresher physical ability. Call the center, Wednesdays,1 p.m.;Ages:All
Thursday,Jan.4,9 a.m.-1 p.m. 952.474.7635, with questions. Mahjong is a tile-based game '
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Call 1.888.234.1294 to register. w , • _ _ • •
Busy Bee Quilters requires tactics, observation,
Toastmasters
Monday and Wednesday, 9 memory, teamwork and
Thursdays,12-1 p.m.;Ages:All
a.m.-12 p.m.;Ages:All is generally played with four
If you have wondered what Have a great time sharing players. Join a table each week • •
Toastmasters is all about, or personal quilt projects, helping for a fun and challenging game.
used to be in a group and are each other, and making various Instruction is available. Walk-ins •
looking for a local group to join, service projects. Currently the welcome. • • •
a Toastmasters group is now group is working on mittens,
at Southshore Center weekly. hats and scarves for Caring and Bridge
m.•Ages:
Everyone can benefit from tips Sharing Hands. Donations of Thursdays, 1 p• � All . • •
on public speaking,so don't miss polar fleece, flannel, and cotton Love the game of bridge? Want _•
out on this fun opportunity. Stop fabrics are being accepted. For to join a table, or improve your
by any Thursday to check it out! more information, call Linda, skill? Call the center to reserve
952.475.1430. No RSVP a spot for weekly games, .
Happy Feet necessary. 952.474.7635.
Monday,January 15
(center is closed except by Woodcarving Dementia Support Group
Friday, 5 and 19
appointment,763.560.5136) Tuesdays,9:30 a.m.;Ages:All Y, Y _ _ _ •
Age: 55+ Have you thought of woodcarving 9-10 a.m.;Ages:All
s monthly
Third Monday of each month. as a hobby or already carve First and third Fridays. Y ••_ _ _ •• •
Clients who regularly receive Stop in and join this community of If you are caring for a loved one •
nursing foot care express an carvers. Learn how or carve and with dementia,or someone close
increased sense of comfort share your knowledge. No fees to you is suffering from dementia
support,
you could use some su '
and well-being. The health or sign up necessary. and Y pp ,
meet with other concerned
and appearance of the feet are Knitting caregivers at Southshore Center.
restored so that the client may Tuesdays,10:30 a.m.;Ages:All Learn from each other on ways '
once again participate in improved
daily living. Care includes foot Open to all interested in the to be a better caregiver, as well _
soak, foot massage, care for needle arts.All levels of expertise as how to better take care of •
corns, calluses or problem nails. welcome. Bring your favorite yourself. For more information •
Make your appointment today, pattern to share and learn great call Jane at 952.474.4673, or
and take care of your feet! tips from fellow knitters!No RSVP Joanne,952.474.6022. No RSVP
necessary. necessary to attend.
Fitness Class - -
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Beading Southshore Center is closed, ,
30 a.m. Tuesdays, 1 p.m.;Ages:All Monday, January 1, and
8:
8: per class or purchase a No experience needed for this fun Monday, January 15. Have a
discount package with monthly group.An instructor is available if safe and happy holiday!
sign up at class;Ages:55+ you are new to beading.Supplies
This program,designed for active available, or bring your own.
For more information contact
City of Shorewood
5755 Country Club Road PRESORTED
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make the ice.
Warming The 7 p.m., January 16, 2018, Planning Commission Agenda includes:
houses available at ice rinks in Proposal of an ordinance to increase application fees and amend the required materials for development
Manor Park, Freeman applications. Affected sections of Code are:
Park and Cathcart Park. 1301.03 Land Use Fees
Rinks may be reserved 1201.04 Administration, amendments and conditional use permits(Zoning Regulations)
1201.05 Administration, variances and appeals(Zoning Regulations)
the city,952.960.7900.' 1202.03 Procedures for filing and review(Subdivision Regulations)
1202.09 Variances and appeals(Subdivision Regulations)
Monday-Friday For a complete agenda, see the city website the week prior to the meeting.
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Saturday ' • Mail-Proof Your Newsletter
Sunday " ' p.m. ome areas of the city received the December newsletter late. During the holiday season there are mail delays
Holidays ' ' C that are beyond the control of the city. To mail-proof your newsletter, please sign up to receive the newsletter
Closing times may vary by email. You can still receive a mail copy if you choose, but this will make sure you always catch the news that
slightly ' in might affect you early in the month if there is a mail delay.
- or attendant
available. Scott Zerby, Mayor; Patrick Johnson, Jennifer Labadie; Debbie Siakel; Kristine Sundberg
City Administrator: Greg Lerud; Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore
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January 12= 14
www.arcticfever. net
Legion Omelet Breakfast
Sunday, January 7, 8-11 am
American Legion 259, 24459 Smithtown Rd �r
The omelet breakfast is fun for the entire family.
Funds raised support Arctic Fever.
Friday, January 12
5:30-7:30 pm
Snow Sculoting & Free Pizza Party Saturday, January 13
Southshore Center
5735 Country Club Rd, Shorewood, 55331 11 am- 3 pm
Free snow Family Ice Fishing
Sculpting _ _ Excelsior Bay
weather dependent)
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Reserve your block by Sponsored by
submitting an Sons of the American Legion
application no later Fishing poles provided
than January 5, 2018
to Shorewood city This event is not a
5755 Country -° - professional ice
hall, fishing contest, but
Club Road, Shorewood, 55331, or call 952.960.7902. a family ice fishing 40
Applications online at www.arcticfever.net.
event. Decision on
No experience necessary! Families, friends, condition and safety of the ice will be
businesses, organizations, school groups--anyone made Saturday, January 6.
can join! Blocks are provided, just bring your ideas. Check www.arcticfever.netfor updates.
Sculpting takes place January 6-12. No snow? The
pizza party goes on without the sculputres. Get more information on website, stop by
American Legion #259 (24450 Smithtown
ree Pizza Party Rd, Shorewood) or call City of Shorewood,
952.960.7900.
Joey Nova's pizza party, complete with geo-caching,
an ice hike, ice carving demo, pinecone hunt for kids No registration necessary!
and New Horizon Academy kids crafts. Vote for your Fishing license required for adults.
favorite snow sculpture, enjoy pizza, beer tasting by
Excelsior Brewing and cider.
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Saturday, January 13
Shorewood: Freeman Park, 6000 Eureka Rd
10 am-2 pm Dog Sled Rides --
Horse-drawn sleigh rides
Sledding
Open skating and hot cocoa tailgate
Bonfire
11 am-1 pm Snowshoeing
Kids jewel dig
Ice games
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12:30-1:15 pm Snow Yoga by Yoga Fit for all ages
Tonka Bay: Manitou Park, County . .oad 19
12-3:30 pm Skating, Cocoa and S'mores
Photo Board & Character Visits
Snow Painting
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Ride a Fat Tire Bike with South Lake Cycle
12:30-1:30 SLMPD ATV
2-3:30 pm Snow Shoeing
2:30-3:30 pm Human Bowling on Ice
1:30-3:30/4-6 pm Arctic Bowling (Country Club Lanes, 5601 Manitou Rd,
$12.99 (Save $3 when you bring a non-perishable food item)
Reservations required at 952.474.5959; Space is limited.
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10:30 am Brodini Comedy Magic Show (Library, 337 Water St) h '�r►'
11 am-3 pm Horse-drawn wagon rides
2 pm Excelsior Brewing & Erik's Bike's Fat Tire Bike Race �+
3-10 pm Fever Party at Excelsior Brewing, Live music t
3 pm Trainwreck, 8 pm Sonically Speaking
Sunday, January 14
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Princess Brunch
Lord Fletcher's, 3746 Sunset Dr, Spring Park, 55384
Drawings at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Your princess won't want to miss all of the fun at
- the annual Princess Brunch, with Olaf, Princess
Anna and Princess Elsa. The family can enjoy
brunch followed by crafts, stories, music, princess
selfi photo booth and a grand prize drawing for one
of two American Girl dolls! Activities are free with
brunch. Each child will be entered into the drawing.
Reservations fill up quickly, so don't miss it!
Registration: Call (952) 471-8513; Space is limited.
Hey kids ages 3-11: enter the Arctic Fever 2018 Coloring Contest! Color and drop off by Saturday,
January 13 at 5:00 p.m. to the Excelsior Library, 337 Water Street, Excelsior. Only one entry per
child! Prizes will be awarded in three categories: ages 3-5, 6-8, and 9-11. Winners will be notified
by phone and names posted in the Excelsior Library. You may take your picture home Jan. 16-Feb.3.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Excelsior Library and Artworks Art& Frame, Inc.
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