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Annual Water Report
The Consumer Confidence Report, better known
as the drinking water report, is published
each year by the city. The current report covers
testing that took place on the city water system in
2017. Find the report online at https: / /tinyurl.com/
ShorewoodWater2017 or under Water /Sewer on
the city web site.
The information provided in the water report is
for residents connected to city water. Residents with
wells are encouraged to have their water tested
by a licensed facility. More information on well
Disease i ree Proaram
For the second year,
Shorewood residents
that have concerns with
oak, ash or elm trees
on their property are
able to have an arborist
from S &S tree service
evaluate the tree at no
charge. In an effort to
keep diseased trees out
of the Shorewood urban
forest, the free evaluation
water testing is
available on the , 5
city web site.
If you have
any questions
regarding the
information
found in the
water report, %
please contact :k _
the city at5r�.
services on the three trees that are of major
concern will be offered through the summer months
beginning in June.
To make an appointment for tree evaluation,
please call city hall at 952.960.7900. Only
appointments made through the city will be covered
by this program. Evaluation of other tree types will
not be covered in this free service. If you have
questions about other tree species, please see the
city website under Tree Care for a list of licensed
arborists.
City Investiqating Organized Refuse
At the April 9, 2018 City Council meeting, the
Council approved entering into a process to
consider organized garbage collection. There is
a statutory process that must be followed, and
Shorewood is very early in the process. Engaging
with haulers regarding organization does not mean
that a specific outcome has been determined. It is
an opportunity to gather information and discuss
potential improvements to the garbage collection
system. There will be opportunities for community
engagement during the process. The city will use
the newsletter to make you aware of significant
developments
as the process
unfolds. As new
information is
available it will F
be posted at the
city's website,
under "Living f
in Shorewood ".
Click "Chose one ", then "Garbage Collection"
Recycling Weeks for
June 2018
All recycling must be curbside no later
than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland
residents recycle June 13 and 27; Island
residents recycle June 14 and 28.
Report misses before noon
the next day: 952.941.5174
Tip of the month: No single use coffee
cups in the recycling or organics.
Green Your Summer Parties
ummer is a great time to have
a party. Make a statement
by hosting a zero waste party,
birthday, shower, picnic or
barbecue! It's easy! Below are
some guidelines to help you make
your next event a zero waste
success!
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Zero waste serviceware (plates,
cups, utensils). Either use
completely reusable dishes
that can go in the dishwasher,
buy completely compostable
dinnerware and collect for
the compost drop off, or a
combination of the two. A
compost drop off is available
for no charge at Carver County
Environmental Services or
Hennepin County drop -off
centers if your garbage hauler
does not offer the service.
Purchase items in bulk and do
not buy food packaged in non-
recyclable plastic containers.
Good signage that indicates
what materials can be
composted, recycled and
landfilled.
Bins and bags for recycling,
compost and trash. Even if
everything at your event is
compostable and recyclable,
keep at least one trash can
handy in case guests bring
landfill materials with them.
Shorewood's Social Host Ordinance
Shorewood's social host
ordinance was enacted to
discourage underage consumption
of alcoholic beverages by making
the host of an underage drinking
party criminally responsible. A
violation of this ordinance is a
misdemeanor.
Complete information about
social host responsibilities and
Lawn Care for Healthy Lawns
id you know that you and your
neighbors have waterfront
property? Your yard and the
nearest lake, stream, or wetland
are connected by the nearest
storm drain or ditch. That means
the actions you take on your
property affect the local water
bodies.
In urban areas, rain falls on
hard surfaces such as streets,
driveways and rooftops and flows
into the storm sewer system,
which carries it to the nearest
body of water. This rainfall, called
stormwater runoff, brings along
any pollutants it has picked up
along the way. You can help
reduce the amount of pollutants
entering local lakes, rivers and
streams (and save money at the
same time) by following a few
simple steps:
• Water wisely — if your lawn
needs water, do it in the
morning when it's cooler to
avoid evaporation, and make
sure to aim sprinklers so they
don't water hard surfaces.
Lawns typically only need one
inch of water per week, so
if it rains, you can skip the
watering.
Mow three inches or higher
— Mowing grass to a height
of three inches or higher will
encourage thicker and healthier
grass and make your lawn more
resistant to weeds, drought,
and erosion.
Sharpen your mower blades —
Sharper blades will cut grass
to three inches or higher more
effectively.
Leave grass clippings on lawn
— Leaving your grass clippings
on your lawn puts the same
amount of nutrients back into
your grass as one application of
fertilizer. If you don't want grass
criminal action are available at city
hall or on the city website under
Public Safety.
clippings on your lawn, compost
them. Be sure to sweep up
any clippings that blow into the
street so they don't run down
the storm drain.
Fertilize smartly (if you need
it) — If you choose to fertilize,
only do it in the fall when it's
most effective. Apply only the
amount directed and be sure
to choose a zero - phosphorus
fertilizer. Another alternative to
fertilizing is aerating your lawn.
Pick up pet waste regularly —
In addition to preventing lawn
burns, regular pick -up of pet
waste will keep bacteria from
running off into storm drains
and our local waters.
Following these tips will help keep
your lawn healthy while keeping
our waters clean and safe this
summer. Learn more at www.
minnehaha creek. org /education.
Crescent Beach
Lifeguard services are present
12 -5 p.m. daily, June 9- August
12. To check for beach
closures, go to the county
website, https: / /tinyurl.com/
Hennepin BeachClosure
Shorewood Photo Contest: Take Two
The fall /winter photo contest
was a hit and winning photos
are on display at city hall. Now
we want to see Shorewood in
the spring and summer. We are
looking for photos that show
off the splendor of living in
Shorewood. Submit photos in
the following five categories:
Photo byAlice Cherian
• People of Shorewood
• Pets and Wildlife
• Events and Activities
• Spring Wonder
• Summer Splendor
Winners in each category will
have their photos framed and
displayed at city hall and will
each receive a framed print.
Submissions will be accepted
through September 4, 2018,
at 4:30 p.m. Voting will take
place between September 5 and
September 14. Winners will be
announced on September 17.
2018 Photo COrnesL
• Entrants must live, work, or
attend school in Shorewood
• Photos must be taken in
Shorewood between March
20 and September 4, 2018.
• Each photo entry must
include photographer's name,
address, phone number, and
email address, age (if under
18), intended category and
title of the photo
• Photo submissions with
professional logos or
watermarks will not be
considered
• Photos must be submitted to
cityhall@ ci. shorewood. mn. us,
or on a flash drive brought to
city hall. Files must be in high
resolution jpeg format. Include
the exact location of photo
being submitted.
• Participants must have
permission from any persons
pictured in the photo to use
that photo and permission of
a parent in case of minors —
Subject permissions must be
obtained before submitting
photos
• Once submitted, entrants
grant reproduction rights (both
print and digital) to City of
Shorewood
• Each person may submit up
to five photos
For additional information contact
the city at 952.960.7900, or email
cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn. us.
Voting Absentee is an Easy Option
You can vote early in the
the election, your ballot will be
primary or general elections
mailed to you at least 46 days
by using an absentee ballot
before the election. If you apply
instead of voting in person on
within 46 days of the election,
Election Day. Apply online:
your ballot will be mailed to you
https: / /mnvotes.sos. state.
within a day or two
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or print out and return
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apply 46 days before
County in the
postage paid envelope provided
with your ballot, or drop it off
in person to Hennepin County
Elections. All absentee ballots
must be returned by 3 p.m. on
Election Day. You may vote in
person at Hennepin County or
Shorewood City Hall beginning
June 29, 2018, for the August 14
Primary Election.
If you have questions about
absentee voting or the election
process, please call the city,
952.960.7900.
City of Shorewood
5755 Country Club Road
Shorewood, MN 55331
PRESORTED
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PERMIT #30681
Get Your Half Price Energy Audit While They Last
Shorewood energy committee
wants 90 homes to get an
energy audit done each year. To
encourage residents to participate,
the city is offering half off Home
Energy Squad visits. The first 25
homeowners who sign up get the
$100 visit for only $50.
The audit includes:
• Installation of free materials,
such as LED bulbs, a
programmable thermostat, door
and attic hatch weather stripping,
high- efficiency showerhead and
faucet aerators
• Attic and wall insulation
inspection
• Perform a blower door and
thermal image testing
• Complete a combustion safety
test and carbon monoxide check
• Get a customized report with
additional recommendations
If your home needs insulation or air
sealing, crews will provide a quote
for the recommended work, and
connect you to a contractor that
will honor the quote. You will also
et an Energy Advisor to help you
with next steps.
To schedule an appointment for
a Home Energy Squad visit call
651.328.6220.
Home Energy Squad is provided by
CenterPoint Energy and Xcel Energy and
delivered by the Center for Energy and
Environment (CEE), a Minnesota nonprofit.
Road Construction Updates by Email
Keep updated on area road
construction with the Road
Construction Updates email
option. To register for updates,
go to the city web site, www.
ci. shore wood. m.us, and select
"Get updates by email ". Updates
will be sent as new information is
available. The updates are also
posted on the ShorewoodMN
Facebook page and Twitter feed.
Residents living on roads that are
going to be under construction this
year may sign up for the project
eNews. Echo Road, Summit
Avenue, Howard's Point Road,
Oak Ridge Court and Kathleen
Court should sign up for notices
under "2018 Reclaim Road
Construction "; Riviera, Mann and
Shorewood Lanes should sign up
for "Mann, Riviera and Shorewood
Lanes Reconstruction ". The
email updates will be the
main from of communication
for residents on these roads.
Scott Zerby, Mayor; Patrick Johnson, Jennifer Labadie; Debbie Siakel; Kristine Sundberg
City Administrator: Greg Lerud; Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore
Sou r "It, ter
5735 Country Club Road • 952.474.7635 • www.southshore- center.org
Senior Community Services
Adults age 60+ who need help around the house can get affordable services thorugh Senior
Community Services (SCS). Handypersons, homemakers, yard workers and other home services
ft"irreiLgpnq are available. SCS also offers programs for caregivers and families to coordinate services.
Learn more about any SCS programs or services online at www.seniorcommunity.org, or call
952.746.4046.
Senior Community Services is a non- porfit that works within Hennepin County to help people stay in their homes.
Driver Improvement Program
Refresher Course:
Thursday June 28, 9 a.m. -1 p.m.
Ages: 55+
Completion of this course gets you a 10%
discount on your car insurance. For more
information call MN Safety Center, 1 -888-
234 -1294.
Happy Feet
Friday, June 22
Appointments: 763.560.5136; Age: 55+
Clients who regularly receive nursing
foot care express an increased sense of
comfort and well- being. The health and
appearance of the feet are restored so
that the client may once again participate
in improved daily living. Care includes
foot soak, foot massage, care for corns,
calluses or problem nails. Make your
appointment today.
Chair Fitness
Wednesdays,10 -10:30 a.m.; $6 per class
This class addresses the needs and
challenges of those in need of the stabilizing
safety of a chair during workouts. We will
work our way up and down the body
targeting major muscle groups, including
the core of the body. Light weights,
stretching and wonderful music will be
incorporated into the workout.
Fitness Class
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8:30 a.m.
$6 per class or purchase a discount
package with monthly sign up at class;
Ages: 55+
This program, designed for active adults,
uses low impact exercises to get your heart
pumping! Exercises can be adapted for all
levels of fitness and physical ability. Call
the center, 952.474.7635, with questions.
Busy Bee Quilters
Monday and Wednesday
9 a.m. -12 p.m.; Ages: All
Have a great time sharing personal quilt
projects, helping each other, and making
various service projects. Currently the
group is working on mittens, hats and
scarves for Caring and Sharing Hands. For
more information, call Linda, 952.475.1430.
No RSVP necessary.
Woodcarving
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.; Ages: All
Have you thought of woodcarving as a
hobby or already carve? Stop in and join
this community of carvers. Learn how or
carve and share your knowledge. No fees
or sign up necessary.
Knitting
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.; Ages: All
Open to all interested in the needle arts.
All levels of expertise welcome. Bring your
favorite pattern to share and learn great tips
from fellow knitters! No RSVP necessary.
Beading
Tuesdays, 1 p.m.; Ages: All
No experience needed for this fun group.
An instructor is available if you are new to
beading. Supplies available, or bring your
own. For more information contact Linda,
952.475.1430. No RSVP necessary.
Mahjong
Wednesdays, 1 p.m.; Ages: All
Mahjong is a tile -based game which
originated in China. It requires tactics,
observation, memory, teamwork and is
generally played with four players. Join a
table each week for a fun and challenging
game. Instruction is available. Walk -ins
welcome.
Toastmasters
Thursdays, 12 -1 p.m.;
Ages: All
If you have wondered
what Toastmasters is all
about, or used to be in
a group and are looking
for a local group to join,
a Toastmasters group
is now at Southshore
Center weekly. Stop by
any Thursday.
Bridge
Thursdays, 1 p.m.; Ages: All
Love the game of bridge? Want to join
a table, or improve your skill? Call the
centerto reserve a spot for weekly games,
952.474.7635.
Dementia Support Group
Fridays, June 1 and June 15
9 -10 a.m.; Ages: All
First and third Fridays monthly
If you are caring for a loved one with
dementia, or someone close to you is
suffering from dementia and you could use
some support, meet with other concerned
caregivers at Southshore Center. Learn
from each other on ways to be a better
caregiver, as well as how to better take care
of yourself. For more information call Jane
at 952.474.4673, or Joanne, 952.474.6022.
No RSVP necessary to attend.
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Summer 2018 a 952.960.7900 a www.d.shorewood.mn.us
Manor Park
20630 Manor Road
Painting in the Park*
Tuesday, June 19, 9:30 -11:30 a.m.; $5
Ages: 5 and older; minimum 10, maximum 30 participants
Join in the creative fun as we paint the magical forest. No experience
necessary. Paint - Paper- Scissors bring all supplies and instruction for
everyone to leave with a finished canvas, ready to hang! Learn about color,
design, perspective and technique.
Storytime with Excelsior Library
Wednesday, June 20,10:30 a.m.
Enjoy a story in the park as we share a reading of One Dog Canoe.
Paper Mache Camp*
Tuesday- Thursday, June 26-28,1:30-3:30 p.m., $10
Ages: 8 years and older; minimum 10, maximum 30 participants
Come ready for creative, messy fun. In this three -day camp, we will design
and make a paper mache piggy bank or pinata. You choose from a variety
of finished designs. This is a great class for active kids who like lots of
hands -on activity. Come dressed to get messy!
Storytime with Excelsior Library
Friday, July 20, 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy a story by the lake as we enjoy Llama stories with a Llama visit.
Wednesday, July 25,10:30 a.m.
Kids love our truck storytime, complete with big trucks!
Science Explorers Emergency Room: First Aid*
Friday, July 13, 10:30 -11:30 a.m.
Ages: entering Grades 1 -5 in the fall; maximum number 20
In the room you will become a student doctor as you learn about
the human body and first aid through plenty of hands on activities.
You will participate in mock emergency situations, create a basic
first aid kit, and more when you join us in the ER.
Science Explorers: The Mechanics of Gizmos & Gadgets*
Friday, August 3,10:30-11:30 a.m.; maximum number 20
Ages: entering Grades 1 -5 in the fall
How did toys work before batteries? They relied on natural forces
like spin. Put science to work as you explore the how and why by
experimenting and building a spin gadget that really works.
Geocaching*
Friday, August 10, 10:30 a.m. -12 p.m., Ages: 10 -13
Learn the basics of Global Positional System and master the buttons
and functions of GPS units. Use the internet to find local geocaches.
Three Rivers provides equipment and hides objects for a search.
Minnesota Zoomobile
Friday, August 24, 11 -11:45 a.m.
The Minnesota Zoo brings a variety
of animals. All ages love this
popular program. Please no food
or pets during the show.
*Register for these
Recycled and Reused Camp for Kids* programs at www
Tuesday - Wednesday, July 31- August 1, 9:30 -11:30 a.m., $10 ci.shorewood.mn.us, or call
A es: 5 and older• minimum 10 maximum 30 artici ants the city at 952.960.7900.
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In this two -day camp, you will explore the world of recycling and reusing with
two different projects. Design and weave a wall hanging and a placemat Carlson Tennis
using cardboard, old yarn scraps and other found objects. All while learning Register for tennis: www.carlsontennis.com
about the importance of recycling and reusing. Questions: Dan Carlson at 612.875.5507 or dan @carlsontennis.com
Painting in the Park* Q
Tuesday, August 21, 9:30 -11:30 a.m., $5 -
Ages: 5 and older; minimum 10, maximum 30 participants'
Join in the creative fun as we paint the Magical Forest. No experience
necessary. Paint - Paper- Scissors will bring all the supplies and instruction
for everyone to leave with a finished canvas, ready to hang. You will learn
about color, design, perspective and technique.
*Register for these programs at www.ci.shorewood.mn.us, or
call the city at 952.960.7900.
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Science Explorers Aerospace Engineering*
Friday, June 15,10:30-11:30 a.m.
Ages: entering Grades 1 -5 in the fall, maximum number 20
Join Science Explorers with fun and engaging aerospace experiments. You
will explore the forces that allow objects to fly and how shape effects flight.
Kite Making*
Friday, June 29, 10 a.m. -12 p.m.
Ages: 7 -11; maximum number 12
Learn to make a 28" tall x 35" wide sled kite and learn safety tips
Tennis Stars Camp
This camp introduces kids to the great sport of tennis, orexpand their
playing ability. Camp days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
June 25 — June 28 Little Stars (Ages 4 -6)
July 23 — July 26 Rising Stars (Ages 7 -8)
Aug. 13 —Aug. 16 Future Stars (Ages 9 -11)
For times and costs go to www.carlsontennis.com.
Private lessons and private groups are also available.
Adult Programs
Back Into Tennis /Beginner Group Lessons
Get back into the game of tennis or try it for the first time. This is
a weekly drill with no pressure. We have a great time and get you
ready to play with your friends.
Through June, Tuesdays 9:30 -11 a.m.
Tuesday Advanced Drill
For advanced players, 3.5+ level. Join us Tuesday evenings for
a combination of drills, games, and play with a group of players.
Through June, Tuesdays 6:30 -8 p.m.
Private Groups
Bring your friends and schedule a private group or we will match
you with a group.
Safety Camp: Kids entering grades 3 -5
Excelsior Fire Station #1; Wednesday, August 8, 8:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m.
Kids entering grades 3 -5 will not want to miss Safety Camp 2018. For only $20, lunch, snacks, and personal safety information is provided. The
event is fun and educational. Watch for a brochure with a schedule and registration information in the June Shore Report.
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For boys and girls entering grades 3 -5.
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all instruction, a new bike helmet,
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Park & Rec Programs, or
call the City of Shorewood,
952.960.7900.
Sponsored by.
City of Shorewood, SLMPD, Excelsior Fire District, AAA Minneapolis, and American Legion #259