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June 2014 Shore ReportiTi�l:iTiTi Annual Water Report Available The annual water report is online at www. ci.shorewood.mn.us and will be published in the legal section of the June 12 issue of the Excelsior - Shorewood Sun Sailor. A copy is also available at the reception desk in city hall. If you have any questions regarding the information found in the water report, contactthe city's Director of Public Works, 952.960.7913. Storm Water Pollution Prevention n information meeting to review the City's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) for compliance with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) General Permit will be held on June 9, 2014, 7 pm. Jesse Carlson from WSB &Associates, Inc. will present information on the City of Shorewood's SWPPP and discuss previous year's prevention activities. Residents attending the presentation will Election Season Is Important Dates to Remember June 27- August 11 Absentee Voting for Primary Election July 22 Last day to pre - register to vote for Primary Election July 29- August 12 Candidate filing period August 12 Primary Election Day Are you pre- registered to vote? f you are a new Shorewood resident, did not vote in the 2012 Election, or will turn 18 before election day you can pre - register to vote now. Pre - registering ensures that your name will be on the roster of registered voters when you go to vote on Election Day. Stop in at City Hall to pre- register, or call 952 - 960 -7911 for information on other ways to pre- register to vote. have an opportunity to provide input on the City's efforts. The Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is a document required by the State and Federal government that outlines how the City will work towards reducing pollution in rainwater runoff. A copy of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan is available at the front desk at the City Hall. Coming Absentee Voting Information A bsentee Voting for the Primary Election is June 27 — August 11. Eligible Shorewood voters may vote by absentee ballot for any reason, or if they are unable to vote in person on Election Day. Details on absentee voting can be found on the city website or by calling Jean at 952.960.7911. ig for Office Eligible voters have the opportunity not only to vote, but to run for political office. While some political offices may seem a bit much for the average resident, many find running for city council a valuable experience where they can serve their community. This year there are two city council positions and the mayor position on the ballot. To file for office, you simply stop by city hall, pay a $2 filing fee, and fill out a simple form. From there campaigning is up to you. See Elections on the city web site for additional information. June 2014 www.ci.shorewood.rnn.us All recycling must be curbside no later than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland residents recycle June 4 and 18; Island residents recycle June 5 and 19. , WN Recycling is unaffected by Memorial Day. Garbage collection is likely affected. WVA 02 Contact your garbage hauler for collection information. Backyard Composting ood and yard waste accounts for about 11 percent of the garbage thrown away in the Twin Cities metro area. That's over two pounds per person per week! Much of this waste can be put to better use. Many types of food scraps, along with leaves and yard trimmings, can be combined in your backyard compost bin to create a valuable soil additive for your lawn and garden. That's recycling at its best! If done correctly, backyard Be a Bee Safe Yard Humming for Bees, the non- profit organization that is working to protect bees and pollinators through safe yard and landscape practices, has a Bee Safe Yard program. To register your yard as Bee Safe, you must sign a pledge agreeing to 1) to plant only neonicotinoid/systemic- free plants, including bee favored plants, 2) to not use insecticides and fungicides and utilize best practices for herbicides in your yard, and, 3) to continue to learn about the needs of bees and all pollinators. By agreeing to these three things, you qualify as a Bee Safe Yard and are encouraged to get one of the yard signs from www.hummingforbees.com to promote the cause. The web site also lists local garden centers and Keeping Waste Out of the Trash any items normally thrown in your regular trash can be recycled or reused by others through a variety of drop off programs. Before you throw items, take the time to look at the Rethink Recycling website (www.rethinkrecylcing.org) and Recycle More Minnesota (www. recyclemoreminnesota.org) for many common but hard to get rid of items, such as concrete, books, StyrofoamTm and more! As the school year comes to an end and the locker clean out brings home many old school supplies, go through the supplies rather than just throwing them in the trash. Supplies in good condition can be brought to city hall forthe Resource West School Supply and Backpack Collection. Staples stores take old three ring binders for recycling; old Road Construction Updates oad construction is weather dependent. Not only does the city have to rely on weather for its projects, but weather delays in other cities can affect local construction. To get up -to -date closure and detour information, please see the city web site under streets. The city Facebook site also has road closure updates. The city is working with the cities of Excelsior and Tonka Bay to try to communicate road closures in those cities that might affect compost sites will not smell or attract animals. For complete information and instructions on proper backyard composting, see the city web site, www. ci.shorewood.mn.us, under Go Green. nurseries carrying plants certified neonictinoid -free. More information is available on pollinators and the bee safe program at www.hummingforbees. com, or visit representatives of the group at Excelsior Farmers' Market on the last Thursday of every month. tennis shoes can be recycled at REI stores; eyeglasses and sunglasses can be recycled through the Lion's Club program at Southshore Center in Shorewood; and, plastic garden pots can go back to many garden centers - -just ask your local store if they will take them back. As the city gets other drop off sites, we will post them under Go Green on the city web site. Shorewood residents. If you know of a closure that should be communicated, please email the information to jmoore@ ci.shorewood.mn.us to have it included in updates. Sprinkler Restrictions Residents and businesses in Shorewood are restricted to watering before 11 a.m. and after 4.30 p.m. seven days per week. Children's toys, private wells and hand watering are exempt. Keep An Eye Out for AIS The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) is watching closely for any new aquatic invasive species (AIS) infestations this season, but we can't be everywhere at once. Help be our eyes on the ground! Early detection of a new invasive species can allow for rapid response and increased awareness ofAIS issues in a lake. In some cases, these actions can prevent a full -blown infestation. MCWD staff is monitoring highly -used lakes for signs of a variety of invasive species and continues to help fund inspectors at public boat launches. If you see a suspicious plant or animal in a water body, please contact our AIS Specialist immediately at (952) 471 -7873 or efieldseth@ minnehahacreek.org. There are many ways to spread invasive plants and animals that threaten the health of lakes. It's notjust boaters who need to take precautions -- aquatic invasive species (AIS) like zebra mussels or milfoil can travel via canoes, docks, and boat lifts. They can also spread when people dump a bait bucket or aquarium into a water body or storm drain. Anyone bringing a boat, canoe, kayak, paddle board or other water - related equipment into a new body of water should thoroughly clean, drain, and dry it before entering and after leaving. M Those who hire a professional to remove their dock or boat lift should make sure the person or business is a certified Lake Service Provider from the MN DNR, which ensures they have received training on how to prevent the spread of AIS. Dump bait and aquarium plants and fish in a waste bin, not in a lake, stream or storm drain. AIS can cause significant long- term damage to Minnesota's precious water bodies, and can keep us from enjoying them in ways we have in the past. Learn more about steps you can take to preventthe spread of AIS at www. minnehahacreek.org /AIS. LRT Bridge Breaks Ground This Summer New trail bridge will be under onstruction at the Lake Minnetonka LRT Regional Trail over County Road 19 between the Cities of Tonka Bay and Shorewood. The project will result in a safe trail crossing at County Road 19 and local trail connections to both cities. Construction is anticipated to begin by July 2014, and be completed by the end of June 30, 2015. The trail will be opened during construction with a detour through Manitou Park on the west side and a local trail connection on the vacated Bay Street on the east side. The detour will be signed. This is a Three Rivers Park District project. Please direct questions to district offices at 763.559.9000. Pull Invasive Garlic Mustard Soon That pretty green plant with white flowers that is popping up all over your garden or open space is not a friendly plant, Garlic Mustard is an invasive plant that takes over areas very quickly, and prohibits the growth of other native vegetation. Although it pulls easily in the early summer, it is very aggressive, so the number of plants can be overwhelming. The pulled plants cannot be composted, as the seeds continue to produce, and the pulled plants cannot be placed back on soil, as they will re root. If you start to tackle the garlic mustard problem, pull them before they seed. Shake the dirt from the roots and leave the plants so the roots will dry completely. Once the plant is completely dry, it is safe to throw in the compost, as long as there are no seed pods. If seed pods are present, cut the pods off and follow the drying out method for the remainder of the plant. If you are willing to tackle public areas of the city, please contact the city at 952.690.7906. P. Opp .amp South Lake Safety Camp Kids entering grades 3 -5 can regis- ter now for the popular safety camp held August 13 In Badger Park. The camp is an entire day of fun and learning designed to keep kids safe. Register online, www.ci.shorewood. mn. us. Summer at Crescent Beach We live in a lake community, so of course lake activities are part of our summer fun! Register at www.ci.shorewood.mn.us under Parks. Stand Up Paddleboarding Mondays, July 14 or 21 3:30 -5 pm, ages 13 -17; $55 5:30 -7 pm, ages 13 +; $45 Wai Nani Surf & Paddle will offer Beginner Stand Up Paddleboard Group Clinics to include on and off the water training. Learn the basic including gear overview, paddle and launch techniques, and safety. Boards, paddles and leashes provided. (Under 16 must have accompanying parent/ guardian. for 5:30 pm class) 60 -75 minutes of instruction followed by 60 minutes of open water time. Classes will be rescheduled in case of dangerous weather ■ conditions. Min 4 /Max 6 Learn the basics of kayaking and enjoy time on the water with Three Rivers Park District instructors. All equipment provided. Class runs in case of rain, but rescheduled in case of lightning. Min 6 /Max 10 Kayaking* Fridays July 31 or Monday, August 4 - 10 am -noon, ages 10 -13 $15 per class Fun Free Fridays at Freeman Yo -Yo Class Friday, June 20, 10 am -Noon. Grade 4 +, Registration required Program includes the history, how the yo -yo works, hands -on instruction, safety and tricks. Yo -yo's will be provided for kids to use. Max 12 DNR FiN Program Friday, June 27, 11:30 -1:00 Ages 5 -10; Registration required Bring a lunch. There will be Fish ID, fish printing, a craft and much more. Max 20 Minnesota Zoomobile Friday, July 18, 11 am All ages, No registration The Minnesota Zoo will bring a variety of animals. Plan your picnic before or after the show. The show runs about 45 minutes. Kite Making Friday, July 25, 10 am -Noon Ages 7-11; Registration required Learn to make a 28" tall x 35" wide sled kite. You will learn safety tips on flying kites. Max 10 Summer Rec at Freeman Park Ages 4 -11 Tuesdays, June 17- August 12 9 am to noon; Wednesdays, June 18- August 13 9 am to noon; Thursday, June 19- August 14 9 am -noon Have fun outdoors playing kickball, dodge ball, capture the flag, water relays and all your favorite outdoor games. We'll also do tie -dying and painting, go on nature walks and all kinds of fun outdoor activities. Each session will end with a Freeman Field Day and pizza party. Led by Geocaching Friday, August 1,10 am -Noon Age 10 -13; Registration required Three Rivers Park District is hosting this activity. Learn the basics of (GPS) Global Positioning Technology then use the internet to find local geocaches! Max 20 Minnetonka Community Education Camp Counselors. Participants grouped by age. Class meets at Freeman Park, Eureka Road at Hwy. 7, Shorewood, Fields 4, 5, 6. No Class July 1, 2 & 3. Register online, www. minnetonkacomm unityed. org Register to Vote You are encouraged to register before Election Day. To pre- register, election officials must receive your application at least three weeks before Election Day. Go to www.sos.state.mn.us. Tennis at Badger egistration for summer tennis should be made online at www.carlsontennis.com. Summer Tennis Camps June 23 -26 & July 21 -24 Carlson Tennis Stars Camp Little Stars(Ages 4 -6) 1 -1:45 pm Cost: $65 Rising Stars(Ages 7 &8) 1:45 -2:45 pm Cost: $75 Future Stars(Ages 9 -11) 2:45 -3:45 pm Cost: $75 Wine on Wayzata Open to the public, the seventh annual wine tasting fundraiser, Wine On Wayzata Bay supports the Wayzata Community Sailing Center, a Minnesota 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Wine tasting is your perfect opportunity to pull some neighbors together and have wine in the relaxed atmosphere of the beautiful lakeshore property of Adult Weekly Drill Starts June 26; $20 per time Sign up and get times /details at www.carlsontennis.com. Adult Lessons Back Into Tennis/Beginner Mondays 6:30 -8 pm 3.0 Women's Daytime Drill Tuesdays 8:30 -10 am Cardio Tennis Wednesdays 6:30 -7:30 pm Back Into Tennis/Beginner Thursdays 8:30 -10 am Bay Fundraiser the Wayzata Yacht Club along Eastman Lane (County Road 16). • Sample scores of wines from many local wine wholesalers sponsored by Wayzata Wine & Spirits. • Savor food from area restaurants. • Experience sailboat rides around Wayzata Bay provided by WYC members. Celebrate July 4th in Excelsior he grand 4th of July celebration in Excelsior continues to be an amazing event. In 2014 festival attendees can start the day with the new 1 -mile Firecracker Run or 5 -1 OK Firecracker Runs. Avariety of events take place throughout the day and then music by The Wolverines Big Band begins at 6:15 pm. The popular and dramatic air show by Lucas Oil Aerobatic Air Show over Lake Minnetonka will take place at 8 pm, followed by more music, the national anthem and the popular South Lake Minnetonka Fireworks display. For up -to -date information and to register for events, go to www.excelsior- lakeminnetonkachamber. com. Register at www.carlsontennis.com • Bid on exciting items at our silent auction (view a few items of 2013) • Enjoy the live music of Court's in Session Must be 21 years old to attend. Tickets are available online at www.wineonwayzatabay.com while supplies last. City of Shorewood 5755 Country Club Road Shorewood, MN 55331 -T City of Shorewood Map PRESORTED STANDARD U.S.POSTAGE PAID TWIN CITIES, MN PERMIT #30681 ''tanning Commissior clearings The Planning Commission will hold public hearings at their meeting Tuesday, June 3, 2014, 7 pm in the city council chambers. On the agenda: 7:00 PM Public Hearing for a lot line rearrangement, conditional use permit and variance for properties located at 5625/5635 Merry Lane and 21265/21285 Radisson Road. Two existing lots will be improved in conformance with zoning standards. No new lots are being proposed. A conditional use permit and variance is necessary to rebuild a single - family home at 21285 Radisson Road. Lot line rearrangements are being proposed for 4485 Enchanted Point to add land to 4545 Enchanted Point; and at 5366 Vine Hill Road adding land to 5360 Vine Hill Road. Council Memoers Scott Zerby, Mayor; Laura Hotvet; Debbie Siakel; Kristine Sundberg; Richard Woodruff City Administrator: Bill Joynes; Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore Southshore Center ummer 201 ." '7SCC:952.474.7635 • www.southshor- :enter.or! TED Talks: THE PSYCHOPATH TEST Thursday, June 12, 11 am A video replay of a TED lecture by Jon Ronson, a writer and filmmaker, who wonders if there is a definitive line between crazy and sane. Join us for this entertaining look at who is a psychopath and who is normal ... or is he? Please RSVP if possible to 952.474.7635. (SAVE THE DATE: July TED Talk is on 7/10 at 11 am) AAA Driving Class: Refresher Course Thursday, June 12, 9 am -1 pm or Thursday, August 14, 5:30 -9:30 pm or Thursday, September 11, 9 am -1 pm This course is for those who have taken the 8 -hr class previously. Register by calling AAA at 1.888.234.1294, or go to www.mnsafetycenter.org. Cost is $20 /discount if you bring your AAA card. Happy Feet for 55+ -,qql Monday, June 16; $34 (every third Monday) Call for an appointment: 763.560.5136 Enjoy being pampered! Services include foot soak/ { massage, care for corns, calluses, or thick, cured, or ingrown toenails. FREE MOVIE! Rooster Cogburn Tuesday, June 24,12:15 pm (NOTE TIME CHANGE) Bring a sandwich and enjoy a free movie, complete with all of the theater food (soda, candy, popcorn). In this 1975 western, starring John Wayne and Katharine Hepburn, Marshal Rooster Cogburn unwillingly teams up with Eula Goodnight to track down the killers of her father. Free, but please RSVP to 952.474.7635. Ongoing Events Purchase 112 price bakery goods every Monday and Tuesday. All proceeds benefit Southshore Senior Partners. Beading, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 1 pm Woodcarvers, Tuesdays, 9:30 am Quilting, Monday and Wednesday, 9 -11 am Mahjong, Wednesdays, 1 pm Bridge, Thursdays, 1 pm Bingo, Fridays, 1 pm Donations of old greeting cards and quilting fabrics and supplies are always welcome at the center! Fitness Classes Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:15 am $5 per class Exercise classes for the active population 55 +. Improve aerobic power, body endurance, strength, flexibility and balance. Call the center to reserve a spot. ZUMBA Mondays at 6:30 pm $49 for 7 weeks or $10 for walk -ins Drop -ins, welcome. Get fit in this Latin inspired dance fitness class. All levels welcome. To register call the center. Tai Chi Mondays at 10 am June 2 -July 7, $48 per 6 week session Instructor Ron Erdman -Luntz has been teaching seniors the art of Tai -Chi for 25+ years. All levels will enjoy this class! Call the center to register. Drop ins welcome. Belly Dance Wednesdays, June 4 -July 2, 12:30 -1:45 pm Cost: $60 for 5 week session All ages will love this fun class! Bring a yoga mat and water. Dress casual, go barefoot or wear soft soled shoes. No prior experience needed. Don't think you can't do it ... it's fun and a great workout for all fitness levels. Register online at www.southshore - center.org, or call the center at 952.474.7635. Pickleball Wednesdays, 9:30 -11 am at Badger Park Tennis Courts If you enjoy tennis, racquetball or badminton, you will love Pickleball! Regular weekly games bring rackets if you have them, otherwise we have some to share. Register at 952.474.7635. FREE Community Events Community Wide Garage Sale July 16 -17 -18 Reserve a table for our indoor garage sale, or donate items to the Southshore Senior Partners table at the sale (limited donations accepted). Tables are $30 for a long table and $10 for an additional card table. To reserve yourtable, contactthe center at 952.474.7635. Don't delay! Table reservations are due no later than July 3. Lake Minnetonka City Limits Saturday, June 14, 6 -10 pm If you have some musical talent, we invite you to come out and spend time performing for family and friends. If you do not consider yourself a musician, come enjoy the great music of others! A great way to spend a Saturday night. A $5 cover charge provides a great evening of live local music and a slice of Joey Nova's pizza. This event is held monthly at the center. See highlights from previous shows and get open mic details at www.lakeminnetonkacitylimits. org. Z71ie Shorewood Park Commission Presents ��O�TIAT e�%3���� 1 Fridn-v, June 13, 6 -8 pin At Badger Park, 5745 Country Chib Rd Shorewood, MN 55331 With Live Music Featuring I%e Shalo Lee Band June 13,6,9,00mSe,00 pm THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 259 WILL BE SELLING PULLED PORK SANDWICHES, CHIPS AND POP AT THE EVENT.