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December 2011r r I • :f I r ' �f t • �1 _ Icy M :rs�r. ±. - 9 Truth -In- Taxation Meeting The Shorewood City Council will hold a Truth -In- Taxation public hearing on Monday, December 5, at 7 pm, at Shorewood City Hall, 5755 Country Club Road. Staff will present information regarding the budget, property tax levy, and the property tax impact on a variety of property types and values. Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting county and to comment on the proposed budget and tax levy. The proposed 2012 budget is available for inspection at City Hall during normal business hours, or on our web site, www. ci. shore wood. mn.us. If you have any questions, please contact Finance Director Bruce DeJong at 952.960.7903. momesteaa changes Talking the property tax system is never easy or straightforward. Amendments to the homestead credit were made by the Legislature and Governor at the end of the last session that makes some dramatic changes to the tax bill. The 2011 omnibus tax act established a new property tax program called the homestead market value exclusion and repealed the existing market value homestead credit (MVHC). The state was supposed to pay the cities, counties, and schools for the tax relief provided by the homestead credit. Because of the state's financial problems, those payments have been reduced or eliminated. The new Homestead Market Value Exclusion provides a reduction in the taxable value to all homesteads under $413,800. Celebrating Winter he Arctic Fever committee has been working all year to make Arctic Fever 2012 a great event for residents and friends of the South Lake Minnetonka area. The AF Committee invites residents to bring family and friends to celebrate the fun a Minnesota winter brings. It is easy to spend the winter months inside warm homes, forgetting the great things only winter offers! Aschedule and coloring contest sheet for kids ages 11 and under can be found in this edition of the Shore Report. New this year is Arctic Winterwear Contest and Exhibition. Talented residents who knit, sew, crochet, weave, or make winterwear with other forms of fiber art are invited to make mittens, Through this new exclusion, the cost of providing relief to lower value homeowners is now borne by all the other property in the taxing district. Most property owners will notice a tax increase due to this change. Truth -in- taxation notices recently sent to qualifying homeowners reflect the value of your property after the Market Value Exclusion is applied. This will be a decrease from the 2011 taxable value that was sent out this spring. For more information on the change, visit the city web site for a link to a Minnesota Public Radio explanation of the change or contact Finance Director Bruce DeJong at bdejong@ ci. shore wood. mn. us or 952.960.7903. January, ' & f hats, scarves and socks to be displayed at the communtiy center. No entry fee. Watch for updates Arctic Fever web site, www.arcticfever.net. Donate to the Event Although committee members volunteer their time, and businesses come forward to sponsor events, donations are needed to keep this event free. To make credit card donations, go to the Arctic Fever web site. Checks may be submitted in care of Arctic Fever to Shorewood City Hall. Thank you for your support. December 2011 www.ci.shorewood.mn.us Christmas Tree horewood residents can recycle their Christmas trees through their contracted garbage hauler. To ensure your tree is collected and composted, please: ♦ Remove all decorations and wire; ♦ Do NOT wrap the tree in a plastic bag; and, ♦ Place the tree at the end of your driveway by 7 am the day of your garbage collection. Trees set out early risk getting buried by snowplows, making it difficult to remove from the snow. Recycling Weeks for December 2011 All recycling must be curbside no later than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland residents recycle December 7 and 21; Island residents recycle December 8 and 22. No holiday delays in December. Compost by Ha Information provided by haulers follows. Please contact your hauler for questions. Allied Waste Week of January 9 and 16 Complimentary to customers these weeks only. 952.941.5174 Blackowiak Disposal Call to arrange pick -up 952.472.3398 Christmas Light Recycling As you test holiday lights this season, there is a resource to recycle non - working lights or unwanted lights. The Recycling Association of Minnesota has partnered with an organization to collect the wire from non - working lights and extension cords. Residents may drop off uler extension cords and strings of non - working or unwanted units at Shorewood City Hall during regular business hours. Lights are also accepted at the Carver County Environmental Services drop -off, one block east of Highway 41 , 116 Peavey Circle, Chaska. Drop -off hours are: Organics Collection Coming Soon! he City of Shorewood recently received a grant from Hennepin County to pilot a program of organics collection in a portion of the city. We are working with vendors to establish the best methods to economically offer organics collection to residents. Although final paperwork has not yet been received from the county, planning for collection has begun. Residents will be notified when a Domestic Partner Registry Ordin At the November 14 council meeting, Shorewood City Council approved an ordinance offering a Domestic Partner Registry to Shorewood residents. The registery is a means by which residents of Shorewood who are over 18 and sharing a home and life together but are unmarried to document their relationship. This documentation may assist couples in receiving employment benefits, hospital and healthcare visitation and other such voluntary benefits. A copy of the ordinance is available on the city web site, www. ci.shorewood.mn.us, or copies are available at city hall. Complete Vintage Waste Systems First two weeks of January No charge to customers. 952.472.0401 Waste Management Week of January 2 and 9 $6 fee if not yard waste customer. 952.890.1100 Waste Technology Inc. Week of January 16 $5 fee if not yard waste customer. 763.315.1955 • Wednesday, 12 -7 pm • Thursday, 12 -6 pm • Friday, 10 am -4 pm • Saturday, 8 am -12 pm Hours change in December. Check the Carver County web site for changes, www.co.carver mn.us/ec, or call 952.361.1835. program is in place and will have the opportunity to register directly through the vendor. This program is optional. Watch the web site for updates! ance Passes requirements for registration are in the ordinance. To register a domestic partnership, come to city hall during regular business hours beginning Thursday, December 15. If you have any questions about the registration process, please contact city hall at 952.960.7900. r I i Shorewood Taking Green Steps The city d the process of becominc horewood is well on it's way to joining the many a Minnes reenStep City! Minnesota Minnesota cities that have already achieved the GreenStep Cities is a voluntary challenge, GreenStep status. assistance and recognition program sponosored To see what Shorewood has already done, by Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to help and to watch progress toward achieving the cities achieve their sustainability goals through 28 required practices, go to http : / /greenStep. implementation of 28 best practices. Each best pca.state.mmus. A link is available on the city practice can be implemented by completing web site. If you see areas in the best practices one or more specific actions from a list of four requirements that you would like to see the city to eight actions. These actions are tailored to work on, contact program coordinator Brad all Minnesota cities, focus on cost savings and Nielsen, 952.960.7912, oremail yoursuggestions energy use reduction, and encourage innovation. to bnielsen @ci.shorewood.mn.us. Thanks to active participation rates in recycling, Shorewood is on it's way to keeping our and a supportive framework with city officials, neighborhoods green! Council Happenings Since the last news- letter the city council: • Held a work session to discuss the water connection fee. • Approved renewal licenses to sell tobacco products for various retail locations. • Accepted the grant from Hennepin County to begin a pilot project for the collection of organic waste material. • Approved the purchase of a dump truck and components to replace the existing older 1988 dump truck and components. • Approved conducting energy audits for the city hall, public works, and community center facilities; this will satisfy one requirement of the GreenStep Cities program best practices. • Approved modifications to the city ordinance relating to transient merchants, solicitors, and canvassers in the city. • Reviewed the planning c o m m i s s ion 's recommendations pertaining to the city's dog license ordinance and discussed changes to the ordinance. Further discussion and review will take place at a future council meeting. • Reviewed and discussed costs and details of connecting to the Carver County Open Fiber Ring. Council directed staff to gather more information. • Appointed Mark Sylvester to serve on the Lake Minnetonka Conservation District board. 4 City of Shorewood Map Planning Commission Hearings The following item is on the December 6, 2011, Planning Commission agenda: 7:00 PM Public Hearing for a Conditional Use Permit to allow fill in excess of 100 cubic yards be added to a property located at 26640 Smithtown Rd. Drive Carefullv and Keen Parked Cars Off the Roadwav s the snow plows get ready to venture out for winter's first big snow, residents are reminded to slow down and stay back from plows on the roadway. It is also helpful if residential cars are kept off the roadways in the evening and on snow days so plows can get a clean curb -to -curb plow. Thank you! Christine Lizee, Mayor; Laura Hotvet; Debbie Siakel; Richard Woodruff; Scott Zerby City Administrator: Brian Heck; Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore L890£# lIVY81d NW 'S1IlD NIMl QIVd 19V1S0d'SYl aaVONV1S a11a0S1ad 1-££99 NW 'Poonnaaoyg = -- peoy gnI0 k1unoo 99L9 poomaaogs ;o Aj!0 Scuthshcre ccmmuuity Center Winter 2011 -12 • SSCC:952.474.7635 • www.southshore- center.org .I0ITI -7J Wednesdays, 10 am, $5 per class; register by calling center Thursdays, 6:30 pm, 8 weeks beginning 12/1 for $56 Ready to party yourself into shape? Try Zumba, Latin inspired dance fitness class - a perfectly balanced core body workout and energizing fitness experience. Beginners and all fitness levels welcome. Register online for Thursday class. Monday, December 5,11-5 pm or 5:30 -9:30 pm; $35 Supply fee to instructor $16 -32 depending on size of bag and embellishments. Requires physical exertion. Space limited to 6. Thursday, December 8, 7 -9 pm; $35 Be prepared for your Holiday Entertaining with our 'Party To Go' Appetizer Class, learn and sample a handful of tantalizing treats to tempt the tastebuds. Sunday, December 11, 1 -3 pm; $30 /adult, $15 children under 14 accompanied by paying adult Create one -of -a kind fused glass ornaments, pins and magnets for holiday gift giving ordecorating! Wonderful parent/child class. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Tuesdays beginning January 3, 6:30 pm; Online registration of $12 per class or register and purchase a punch card of 8 classes for $70; Minimum: 6 Beginning to intermediate. Get a great workout and have fun doing it. No excuse not to be in great shape for 2012. Make Ahead Meals Class Second Wednesday, January- March, 1-3 pm, $79 per class • January 11 - Honey Dijon BBQ Turkey, Orange Tarragon Pork Chops, Caribbean Steak, Turkey Caesar Wraps • February 8- Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Mini Turkey Meatloaves, Easy Beef & Bean Burritos, Honey Apple Pork Chops • March 14 - Ground Beef Gyros, Layered Lasagna, Tuscan Bean & Turkey Skillet, Lemon Chicken Scallopini Includes 4 dinner kits fora family of 4 or break down to go twice as far. with Ca ' , Thursday, January 12, 7 -9 pm, $35 Warm up with some new winter stews! Supplies, recipes and instruction included - -you bring the friends. Quilting Club Friday, January 20- ongoing, 9 -11 am Enjoy quilting with experienced quilters at the community center! Come as often as you would like. There is a $5 donation request for instruction and to share project ideas. No registration necessary. Saturday, January 21, 11 am -5 pm; $38 Supply fee payable to instructor $30 -35. Requires physical exertion. Space limited to 6. Bring a snack for break. Join US I Register for classes and programs online or by phone: www.southshore- center.org, 952.474.7635 Find USIWe're close by! You can see us from Hwy 19 across from the Police and Fire Depart- ment. Access our free parking by going to Country Club Road, enter the lot at Shore- wood City Hall and follow the directional sign. The address is 5735 Country Club Road,55331. Don't miSSGet an email event reminder and update! a thinglSign up at www.southshore- center.org. Beginner O-.. JasS Mondays, January 23- February 20; $45 Have you always wanted to learn to quilt? Learn all you need to know in this 5 -week class. Includes a sewing kit, fabric and color advice, cutting and piecing and more. Register online or call the center. Parent /Child Fused Glass Class Saturday, January 28, 1-3 pm; $30 /adult, $15 children under 14 accompanied by paying adult Create one -of -a kind fused glass pendants or a small tray. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Be My Valentine' --i-n r" Wednesday, February 8, 10 am -noon; $5 includes supplies Make special valentines for friends and family this year. It's fun, easy, and shows how much your really love them. Valentine's Couples ( Friday, February 10 or Thursday, February 16, 7 pm; $30 per person + $10 supply fee This popular class returns in 2012 with a second opportunity. Enjoy creating a gourmet meal with your special someone and then dine with fellow cooks. Nlinhf r)iif F- Monday, February 13, 7 -9 pm; $38 Make fused glass pins, magnets and small trays at this fun class for the girls! Saturday, March 17, 8 am -4:30 pm; $30 Enjoy great speakers, vendors, gifts and conversation with fellow garden enthusiasts. Price includes breakfast and flower pot lunch. Mrs. M's Camps and Activities Register online at www.southshore- center.org. This new program features a variety of affordable activities designed for kids ages 3 -12. For complete descriptions, see the community center web site, or call the center. All classes $10 per session per day unless otherwise listed. Birthday parties also available. Friday evening Nature Gift Making Programs December 2, 9 or 16, 6 -8 pm, $12 per night Week of Dec 4th: Hibernation M, W, Th, F, 9:30 -11:30 am or 12 -2 pm Sat, Dec 10, Pioneer Sugar Cookie Baking Party, 10 am -12 pm, $12 Week of Dec 11th: Dear Reindeer Week M, W, Th, F, 9:30 -11:30 am or 12 -2 pm Sat, Dec 17, Pioneer Gingerbread Cookie Decorating, 10 am -12 pm, $12 Southshore Senior Partners Week of Dec 18th: Penguin & Po Bears School Day Out Classes M or W, am -3 pm, $30 per day Week of Dec 26th; Dragons an Happy New Year! School Day Out Programs ALL WEEP — M, T, W, Th, F, 10 am -3 pm $30 per day per person Southshore Senior Partners are pleased to have the IRS Certified AARPTax -Aide ounse 1 ors a +0 ou +k s k orc IUI Federal and State Tax Preparation. Appointments from 9 am — 2 pm can be made for Mondays through April 11th. Trained AARP Tax -Aide representatives will be available for seniors and low- income families to assist with simple tax preparations. This service is a free AARP service. Call the center for an appointment and more information. Wed., Dec 7 — Part 1 of 2 from 6 -10 pm; Thurs., Dec 8 — Part 2 of 2 from 6 -10 pm This driving program is a two -part class and most insurance companies honor the class for an insurance reduction. Register by calling 1.888.234.1294. Tuesday, December 13,10:30 am; $10 Enjoy a performance and sing -a -long with the Chan -O- Laires followed by lunch, a program and door prizes. Call the communtiy center to register, 952.474.7635. Southshore Community Center Fa ml'lv Sunday, December 4 Enjoy an afternoon of holiday carols, games, cider, 1 .2.30 pm cocoa and holiday treats! Make an ornament or two with ■ your child. Bring a camera for a special photo with Santa and enjoy a story. Great event to bring friends and make it a fun holiday tradition. (accompanying adult required) Cost: $5 per child /accompanying adult FREE Register online, www.southshore - center.org, or call 952.474.7635 1 J *4 J74 Plan an Event for Friends and Neighbors! Once the winter chill hits, Minnesotans do not see each other much until the spring thaw. Change that by throwing a party! A cocktail party, private cooking class, soup event - -use your imagination. There is no reason to clean the house; reserve the community center instead. Rooms are available for all sizes. Catering and kitchen available. For complete rental information and to arrange a tour, please contact the center at 952.474.7635.