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9 September ShoreReportligible voters can vote early in the General Election beginning Friday, September 21, by using Vo TE an absentee ballot instead of voting in person on Election Day. Apply qW online: www.mnvotes. org. Residents are also able to fill out an absentee application in person at city hall. If you apply more than 46 days before the election, your ballot will be mailed to you at least 46 days before the election. If you apply within 46 ity of Shorewood residents are encouraged to register all cell phone, landline and email information with the city for the new emergency notification system. This system will be used for resident notices after major storm occurrences, water emergencies, road closures, and other similar occurrences. You can update your information from the city website, or fill out an orange card at city hall. You can register all email and phone numbers active he city website is being updated. The new site should be simpler for residents, easier for staff to update in a timely manner, and will be mobile and ADA compliant. Once the update is complete if you have a difficut time finding information, please notify the city with SeeClickFix, email cityhall @ci.shorewood. mn.us, or call city hall, so we can work to make the site as user friendly as possible. days of the election, your ballot will be mailed to you within a day or two of your application being received. Once you have received and voted your absentee ballot, you may mail it back to Hennepin County in the postage paid envelope provided with your ballot. All absentee ballots must be returned by 3 p.m. on Election Day. You may vote in person at Shorewood City Hall beginning Tuesday, October 30 for the November 5 election. If you have questions about absentee voting or the election process, please call the city, 952.960.7900. at your resident so all email, text, and voicemail messages are sent to members of your residence. If you have questions, please contact city hall. If you have previously filled out an orange card at city hall, those numbers and emails have been added to the system. A test of the system will take place in early September to ensure resident numbers and addresses are active and accurate. Watch the city website for the date of the test. www.ci.shorewood.mn.us W500 '40W WAdM Recycling Weeks fo September 2018 All recycling must be curbside no later than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland resi- dents recycle September 6 and 19; Island residents recycle September 7 and 20. Report misses by noon the following day. 952.941.5174 NOTE: Recycling is delayed one day due to the Labor Day holiday. Fall yard waste and brush disposal Yard waste, such as grass clippings, leaves and branches, is a valuable resource that can add nutrients back into your yard or be recycled into compost. It is illegal to put this kind of waste in your household trash cart. Yard and tree waste includes: brush, garden debris, grass clippings, leaves, sod, logs, trees and stumps, indoor and outdoor plants, mulch and wood chips. Manage yard waste • Leave grass clippings on your lawn. This will add valuable nutrients, reduce the need for fertilizer, and reduce waste • Backyard composting: Use a compost bin for garden, yard and some food waste. More information is atwww.hennepin. us /composting. Curbside pick -up: all Shorewood refuse haulers offer yard w a s t e collection. Contact your hauler for M information. r Compost sites: A few drop off sites are listed. Contact the site for hours and fees. The Mulch Store 4275 Creek View Circle Minnetrista, 952.446.1056 Carver County Environmental 116 Peavey Cir,.952.361.1835 Fall deer management program ity of Shorewood will work again this year with the Metro Bowhunters Resource Base to provide a deer management program. The scheduled dates of the hunt are: September 21 — 23 October 5 — 7 October 19 — 21 November 2 — 4 Back up: November 16 — 18 The city has contacted land owners who have participated in the program in past years, or who have expressed interest in being a site location. If your property has not been a site in the past, but you are interested, please contact the city at 952.960.7900. Your site will be evaluated to determine if it is a suitable location, and program representatives will answer any Do not bag recycling To assist the recycling contractor with recycling sorting, residents are discouraged from bagging recycling in the cart. No plastic bags should be recycled in the cart and recycling should not be bagged in plastic bags for collection. If you collect your recyclables in paper bags, empty the paper bag into your cart when possible. Shredded paper Do not put loose shredded paper in the recycling cart. If you bag paper that is shredded at home, do not put it in the recycling cart. Instead, bring it to the city shred event for collection, or take it to one of the county drop off centers. This prevents the small pieces of paper from getting in the glass and plastic recycling. Maple Grove Yard Waste Site 14796 -101 st Av N Maple Grove, 763.420.4886 Compostable bags required Hennepin County residents who bag yard waste are required to put the waste out for pick up in compostable bags. Acceptable bags include paper (Kraft) bags or plastic bags that are certified compostable on the label. Do not confuse biodegradable and compostable. They must be labeled compostable. If you have questions, contact the city at 952.960.7900. questions you have about the program. As a courtesy, property owners adjacent to the lots that are part of the management program, will be notified of neighboring property's inclusion in the program. Not sure? If you are not sure if something is recyclable, do not put it in your recycling cart. Contact city hall to check on recyclability, or throw it in your trash. The city is working with our recycling contractor to keep items that contaminate the recycling out of Shorewood carts. Got Pamper? W#% tan help', Secure Residential Paper Shredding Saturday, September 22 9 a.m. -12 p.m. 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 or boxes to the city hall parking lot (bags and boxes 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. What to Shred (and what not to) Although opinions differ on exactly what to shred, basically know that you should shred any documents containing signatures, account numbers, social security num- bers, credit information, and any legal or medical information (including tax forms, checks, pay stubs, etc.). General mail, catalogs and flyers do not need to be shred- ded, and are better recycled curbside. When possible tear off the account information or name and address, recycle the remaining paper rather than shredding the entire piece. Contact cityha11 @ci.shorewood.mn.us, 952.960.7900, with questions. What you need to know • Event will close during dangerous weather or if truck fills. • You will drive your vehicle into our facility for the process where our staff and vol- unteers will unload it for you. Witnessed destruction can happen at that time, if so desired. • Paper only. Please do not bring any three -ring binders, plastics, trash or other non - paper items • NO PLASTIC BAGS! • All shredded paper is baled and shipped directly to the paper mill for recycling. • We make every effort to meet the shredding needs of residents, but if the trucks fill the event will close prior to 12 p.m. City of Shorewood 5755 Country Club Road ■ Shorewood, MN 55331 Compliment an employee PRESORTED STANDARD U.S.POSTAGE PAID TWIN CITIES, MN PERMIT #30681 Id a city staff member or department give you great service? You can now send a message to compliment staff services on SeeClickFix. Go to your SeeClickFix app, or connect through the city website. SeeClickFix also allows residents to make non - emergency service requests, or to notify staff of issues within the city. By registering the issue on SeeClickFix and including private contact information, you will be able to follow the progress of the issue as it is resolved, or allow staff to contact you with questions. Sealcoating continues in September The 2018 sealcoat project includes Smithtown Road, Boulder Bridge Circle, Shorewood Oaks neighborhood, Fairway Drive, Star Lane, Club Lane, Christopher Lane, Wild Rose Lane, Sylvan Lane, Meadowview Road, Sunnyvale Lane, Valleywood Lane, Maple View Court and Lee Circle. The city's contractor, Allied Blacktop is scheduled to be completed by September 30. All residents on these roadways should have been notified by WSB engineering of the work schedule and resident instruction. If you have questions, please call the city at 952.960.7900. Half price energy audits horewood has a goal of 90 homes having an energy analysis done each year. To encourage residents to participate, the city is offering half off Home Energy Squad visits - -from $100 to only $50 for the first 25 homeowners who sign up. 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 • Provide you with 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 qualified contractor that will honor the quote. You will also be connected to the Energy Advisor Service to help you with next steps. To schedule an appointment for a Home Energy Squad visit call 651.328.6220. City Administrator: Greg Lerud; Newsletter Eaiior: Julie Moore hors Ce 1 5735 Country Club Road • 952.474.7635 • www.southshore- center.org Flu Shots SEAT ffte Thursday, September 20, 10 -11 a.m. $JU41 ' Don't wait in line, make an appointment today to get your flu shot at the center. Most insurance accepted. Call the center at 952.474.7635. Virtual Dementia Experience September 21 st at 10:30 a.m. Please join us for a Dementia Experience. This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to know more about Dementia. It involves placing individuals in an environment where they experience what a resident diagnosed with Dementia experiences. Driver Improvement Program Refresher Course: Thursday September 6, 9 a.m. -1 p.m. First Time Class: Saturday, September 22, 8 a.m. -4 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 Wed., Sept. 26, 9 a.m. -noon Fri., Sept. 28, 9 a.m. -noon 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. 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. 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 center to reserve a spot for weekly games, 952.474.7635. Dementia Support Group Fridays, September 7 and 21 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. Learn from each other on ways to be a better caregiver, and to better take care of yourself. Questions? Call Jane at 952.474.4673, or Joanne, 952.474.6022. No RSVP necessary to attend. Movie in the Park Freeman Park 6000 Eureka Road Friday, September 7, 8 p.m. Despicable Me 3 After he is fired from the Anti- Villain League for failing to take down the latest bad guy to threaten humanity, Gru finds himself in the midst of a major identity crisis. But when a mysterious stranger shows up to inform Gru that he has a long -lost twin brother -a brother who desperately wishes to follow in his twin's despicable footsteps -one former super-villain will rediscoverjust how good it feels to be bad. Everyone enjoys watching a movie outdoors on the big screen! Enjoy Freeman Park for the annual movie event. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. Concessions available. Oh brother. ILLUMINATION �R�SENTS I ; , r, i Bring friends and family for this fun community event! Friday, October 12, 5:30 -7:30 p.m. Free Family Fun! Enjoy free German fare, music, and crafts for the kids! Dress in your lederhosen best and join us for this free family event. Free wine and Excelsior Brewing beer tasting. Tours of the updated community center will also take place!