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Running for office and voting early
o in- person absentee voting will be available
at city hall for the 2020 primary election due to
the COVID -19 pandemic. County and city elections
departments are encouraging voters who wish
to vote early before primary election day to vote
absentee by mail. You may apply for a ballot at
any time of the year at mnvotes.org. Deadlines for
specific elections are listed in the table below.
In- person absentee voting begins on June
26, 2020, at the Hennepin County Government
Center. If you prefer to vote early in- person, you are
required to wear a face covering and follow social
distancing guidelines. If you are COVID - positive or
symptomatic do not enter county facilities.
If you decide to vote early by mail, please read the
instructions carefully, complete all forms that are
required and make sure it is properly witnessed
and signed. The witness can be either a Minnesota
registered voter or a Notary. The witness must sign
the signature envelope and list their address. When
completed, mail the ballots and forms as instructed
and make sure it is received before Election Day.
If you are not registered to vote, you will receive a
registration application with your materials. Make
sure the proper ID is witnessed on the envelope for
new voter registration.
Shorewood's Precinct 1 Polling Location Change!
Precinct 1 (Enchanted and Shady Island
neighborhoods) polling location has been changed
to the Shorewood Community & Event Center
located at 5735 Country Club Road. Due to the
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COVID pandemic the previous polling location has
become unavailable. All voters in precinct 1 will be
notified ofthis change in polling location pursuantto
MN State Statute §2046.16, Subd.1 a. (https: / /www.
revisor. mn.gov /statutes /cite /204B.16)
Running foi ocal office
The 2020 General Election includes one mayor
and two city council seats for Shorewood. The
candidate filing period for these seats begins July
28, 2020, and ends at 5:00 p.m. on August 11, 2020
(Primary Election Day). Petitions in lieu of filing
fees ($2) will be accepted in electronic signature
format. Candidate filing packets are available on
the city's website under Government> Elections.
Please contact the city at 952.960.7900 or email
cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn.us if you would like
additional information or need a paper filing packet
mailed to you.
Night -to -Unite postponed
The annual Night -to -Unite celebration sponsored September Shore Report for details on how your
by South Lake Minnetonka Police Department neighborhood can participate.
is postponed until October. Please watch the
Primary
General
2020 Dates
Election
Election
Ballots sent
current
Friday,
starting
September 18
Apply for
Friday,
Friday,
absentee
July 10
October 2
before
Deadline for
Election Day,
Election Day,
ballot to be
Tuesday,
Tuesday,
received
August 11
November 3
Night -to -Unite postponed
The annual Night -to -Unite celebration sponsored September Shore Report for details on how your
by South Lake Minnetonka Police Department neighborhood can participate.
is postponed until October. Please watch the
Recycling Weeks for
July 2020
All recycling must be curbside no later
than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland
residents recycle July 8 and 22; Island
residents recycle July 9 and 23.
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Consumer purchases can make
a big difference in what ends
up in the waste stream. Take a
look at beverage options: plastic,
aluminum and glass. All three
types of containers are frequently
used for various beverages. All
three can be recycled, but the
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Tip of the month: not crush cans. The
system
cycling
marketability of aluminum cans
is much higher than the rest.
Not to mention, aluminum can
be recycled over and over into
a brand new can. Glass is also
infinitely recyclable, but because
of different colors and the shipping
weight, it is not as valuable as
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recycling
stem detects full cans easier.
a recyclable. Plastic is the least
marketable, generally because
of the variable types of plastic,
making them more difficult to
process.
Regardless of the type you
purchase, make sure empty, dry
beverage containers are recycled.
Adopt -a -drain in your neighborhood
/hen it rains, stormwater
vetting started
What to do with material
carries grass clippings,
• Visit the websiteto create auser
• Recycle anything possible
leaves, cigarette butts, pesticides,
profile and password: Adopt -A-
(plastic, aluminum, glass or
fertilizers, antifreeze, paint,
Drain.org.
steel cans).
gasoline, motor oil, and animal
• Click on either the big orange
• Compost leaves, grass and
waste directly into area lakes,
"Adopt a Drain" button, or the
twigs in a backyard compost
creeks and wetlands. Residents
"Sign up" button at the upper
bin or set out for yard waste
and businesses can help keep
right, or you can scroll down to
collection.
our waterbodies clean by adopting
the map farther down the page
• Properly dispose of trash.
storm drains in their neighborhood
and pick a storm drain.
• If you see material beneath the
and committing to cleaning them
• After you select a drain, give the
grate of your adopted storm
regularly. The adoption process
drain a name if desired and fill
drains, don't try to remove the
is easy and quick, and you will be
out your contact information.
grate. Call the city for assistance.
able to adopt or un -adopt storm
• Report how much material you
drains instantly.
collect if you want and find safety
and cleaning tips on the website.
Road construction updates
The roads on Enchanted and list if computer access is not
Shady islands, and Woodside available.
Road/Woodside Lane will undergo If you have not been receiving
construction beginning in July. All email notices, or did not receive
residents on these roads should the June 30 Public Alert test
have signed -up for email updates message, please contact the city
and Public Alert emergency at 952.960.7900 to ensure your
notices for the project, or have information is updated and that
been added to a call notification you get the necessary notices
Thank you for your patience
during the construction process
and please remember to watch
for workers and pedestrians who
might be difficult to see around
construction. Drive slowly and
attentively through construction
zones.
Pet waste left in the parks or on your lawn washes
,h.
into the storm sewer and contaminates lakes and
rivers with e. Coli and other harmful bacteria. Make
sure waste bags are placed in the trash, not left
along trails, roads or in the recycling containers.
Thank you for picking up after your pet.
Diseased tree program
The city offers free evaluation of oak,
ash and elm trees in the city. Call city
hall, 952.960.7900, to make an appoint-
ment for trees on your property. A
link to qualified arborists for diseased
trees is on the city website under
Environment >Yard and Tree Care.
Music in Freeman Park
Shalo Lee Band
Thursday, July 9, 6:30 -8:30 p.m.
Bring lawn chairs, blanket, snacks and family and
enjoy the great country rock sound of Shalo Lee and
her band. This popular band has been a sound of joy
to Shorewood for many years. There is plenty of space [i
for social distancing. Please keep groups small and t!
spread out in the park for the concert. Concessions
will not be open, so bring your own snacks and
beverages. Watch the city website under Parks for
updates or weather alerts.
Movie in Freeman Park
Friday, August 28, dusk (approximately 8 p.m
Back to the Future (PG)
All ages love this movie staring Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd. After
mad scientist 'Doc' Brown demonstrates his DeLorean time machine to
high - schooler Marty McFly, Marty inadvertently winds up in the year 1955.
Stuck in the past, Marty seeks out Doc to find a way back to the '80s. But
when Marty's actions prevent his parents' chance meeting, he must play
matchmaker to make them fall in love —or he'll be erased from existence.
Bring blankets and lawn chairs for great family fun! There is plenty of space
for social distancing. Please keep groups small and spread out in the park
for the concert. Concessions will not be open, so bring your own snacks and
beverages. Watch the city website under Parks for updates or weather alerts.
Shorewood Community
Now open for limited events and rentals
www.ShorewoodCEC.com
Check the community center website for event updates, or call the center at 952.474.7635 for event and
rental information. Social distancing guidelines and face coverings are recommended. Sanitizing of furniture,
tables and the facility are a priority to keep participants safe.
Metro Dining Cards
Now on sale for curbside pick -up at the community center
Metro Dining cards offer 2 for 1 or discounted dining /purchases every month at many establishments
throughout the Twin Cities. The collection of cards is $25. Proceeds from the sale of the cards go toward the
community center. Get more information about the cards online at https : / /www.metrodiningclub.com. Arrange
your pick -up by calling the community center, 952.474.7635.
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Register at www.ci.shorewood.mn.us /parks or call
city hall at 952.960.7900 unless otherwise directed
Social distancing measures will be in place for all
events.
Freeman Park @ Eddy Station
6000 Eureka Road
Kite Making
CANCELED due to COVID -19
ages 7 -11
Registration required
Make a 28" tall x 35" wide sled kite and learn kite flying safety tips
Young Explorer's Nature Camp
Wednesday, August 5, Noon - 4 p.m.; $5 per child
ages 8 -13
Get the kids outside for an afternoon of exciting recreation activities!
Find hidden treasure while geocaching, discover your balancing skills
on the slackline, cook a tasty treat over a fire and build an awesome
outdoor shelter! This program is offered in partnership with Carver
County Parks.
Badger Park
5745 Country Club Rd
Dog Days of Shorewood
Watch for this event to be rescheduled this fall!
Have a dog? Bring them along! Don't have a dog but love them?
Come enjoy the pups! Fun events for pets and their humans, vendors
and giveaways! Details online, www.ci.shorewood.mn.us /parks.
Orienteering & Navigation Games
Friday, August 14, 10:00- 11:30; Grades 3 and up $5 per child
Registration required
Knowing how to navigate is a life skill. Learn how to make quick
decisions and solve problems. Navigation games and challenges are
a fun way to practice how to move around confidently.
Due to the unknown COVID -19
situation, please watch the
city website under Parks for
changes or cancellations.
Manor Park
20630 Manor Road
Paint, Paper Scissors
Wednesday, July 1, 10 -11:30 a.m.
$5 per child
Registration required
Bubble Science with Science Explorers
Wednesday, July 15, 10 —11:30 a.m.; $5 per child;
kids entering grades 1 -5; Registration required
Take bubble making to the extreme through hands -on learning. Explore
surface tension, why bubbles form spheres and how bubbles behave.
Paint, Paper Scissors
Friday, August 7, 10 —11:30 a.m.; $5 per child
Registration required
Kite painting with paper kite cutouts for a 3- dimensional project.
Crazy Catapults with Science Explorers
Wednesday, August 19, 10 —11:30 a.m.; $5 per child;
kids entering grades 1 -5; Registration required
Join Science Explorers for Crazy Catapults. Investigate science and
learn about energy and Newton's Laws of Motion. Discuss technology
and engineering and build simple catapults using math to practice skills
of trajectory against a castle wall.
South Labe Safety Camp
Wednesday, August 12, 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Excelsior Fire Station #1, 24100 Smithtown Rd.
What is Safety Camp?
Safety Camp is a joint program offered by the City of
Shorewood, Excelsior Fire District, and the South Lake
Police Department. It is designed to teach children
about safety while having a fun camp experience!
Who Can Attend?
South Lake Safety Camp is for boys and girls entering
third, fourth or fifth grade during the 2020 -21 school
year.
What Does it Cost?
Registration is $20 and is limited to 40 kids. Fee in-
cludes a t- shirt, snacks, lunch, water bottle and water,
a new professionally fitted bike helmet and a gift bag
of safety items, along with great instruction! Please
note any special food restrictions or medications on
registration form.
Events
• HCMC ambulance tour
• Hennepin County Sheriff's canine unit demo
• SLMPD SWAT team
• Speakers on bike and fire safety
• Karate and self- defense instruction
• Life safety decision making discussion
• Electrical safety with Xcel Energy
• Life Link helicopter visit (weather /emergency
dependent)
What to bring /wear
• Apply sunscreen before arriving
• Bring EpiPen /inhaler, if needed
• Tennis shoes, sunglasses (opt.), dress for the
weather please no sandals or flip - flops)
• Camp t -s in must be worn at camp
Register or get more information online by August 5:
ci .shorewood.mn.us /safetycamp202O
Questions? City of Shorewood, 952.960.7902