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Half price community center rental
Through Friday, August 30, 2019, community
center room rentals are half price Fridays, 8
a.m. to 4 p.m. Simply mention you would like the
half price deal when you reserve the space. Deal
applies to the following rates: resident, non - resident
or non - profit. Full damage deposit is required.
Contact the center director at 952.474.7635 to
make a reservation or for more information.
This offer is good while space is available. No
half price rentals for dates after the promotional
period are accepted. Shorewood Community and
Event Centeris located at 5735 Country Club Road
next to Badger Park.
Suspecting a development near you?
The city planning department often v
receives calls from developers interested
in property in the city, or from a resident
inquiring about a possible development
they suspect might take place on a property.
Different levels of development have
different steps in the process.
Not all developments in Shorewood
require a public meeting, but all require an
application. Individual developments that
meet all zoning requirements, such as a
single family home on a lot zoned for single
family homes, would not require a public
meeting. Public meetings are held when the
property owner or developer's proposal:
• does not meet all requirements
• requires more review to meet zoning
regulations
• includes a subdivision, changing the
zoning district or proposes development
in a custom zoning district (planned unit
development).
Some requests require a notice published in the
newspaper and many of the above, although not all,
require a notice mailed to nearby property owners
before a public hearing.
Larger residential applications and commercial
developments /redevelopments require the most
number of public meetings. Staff also encourages
the developer to hold informal neighborhood
meetings to introduce their proposal to the public
before they submit an application.
If you have questions about a property nearyou,
call or email city planning staff to inquire. Typically
someone who wishes to redevelop a property calls
Shorewood's Planning Department reviews development applications, administers
the zoning ordinance, reviews building permits and conducts inspections, pro-
cesses rental housing licenses and investigates zoning, rental housing, nuisance
and other property complaints. Staff includes: (Back row left to right; front): Wade
Woodward, Building Official; Patti Helgesen, Assistant Planner; Joe Pazandak,
Building Official; Marie Darling, Planning Director
with questions before they buy it. If no information
is available, you can call back in a month for an
update on inquiries or to see if an application has
been submitted.
Staff is working on tools offered by the city's
new website to increase the amount of public
information available on submitted development
applications earlier in the process. Watch online
and in future newsletters for changes.
For more information about the planning and
development process and for staff contacts, go to
Planning and Building on the city website.
Recycling Weeks for
March 2019
All recycling must be curbside no later
than 7 a.m. on recycling day. Mainland
residents recycle March 6 and 20; Islands
recycle March 7 and 21.
Report misses: City hall, 952.960.7900
by noon the following day
The where and why of battery
ousehold batteries can be
recycled for no charge at
Shorewood city hall. Although all
household batteries are accepted,
lithium -ion batteries, such as those
in mobile phones and electronics,
rechargeable and button batteries
are especially important to recycle
separately.
Lithium -ion batteries are usually
flat and rectangular in shape. They
have caused fires in recycling and
trash facilities and should never
be placed in recycling or trash
carts. Button and rechargeable
batteries contain heavy metals
that can be recycled. Alkaline
household batteries should be
Find your way around thF new
he new website is user friendly,
but the city wants continual
resident input if there is an issue
finding the information you are
looking for on the site. Email
suggestions or issues to jmoore@
ci.shorewood.mn.us, or call the
city at 952.960.7900.
Website tips of the month:
• City meetings are listed on the
city calendar. A link has been
added under "Agendas and
meetings" to take you directly
to the calendar.
Under "community: festivals
and events" you can find
links to city events, such
as the Spring Garden Fair,
Safety Camp, Oktoberfest
and more.
You can apply for and pay for
dog licenses online. Go to "I
recycling
recycled because they should not
be burned and much of the trash
in Hennepin County goes to the
burner in Minneapolis.
Go to the city website under "I
want to" and select "sign up for" to
register for recycling emails. If you
have questions about recycling,
call city hall at 952.960.7900.
website
wantto" and "pay for" forthe link.
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Top fire safety tips for vacationers
Going on spring break, out
of town for an event, on a
family vacation, or just getting
away? Whenever you leave your
home for a week or two you want
to take steps to keep your home
safe while you are away.
Make vour home fire safe
Water and electricity do not
mix
Water flooding your basement or
leaking into electrical wiring can
cause a fire.
• Repair leaks coming from pipes
and appliances that use water.
• Make sure your sump pump is
in working order.
Heat safe and smart
Your heating system is one of the
few items that runs constantly in
your home. A heating system that
is not maintained can become a
fire hazard or malfunction causing
your pipes to freeze.
• Have your heating system
professionally inspected.
• Before you leave town for an
extended period, change the
furnace filters, even if you have
done so recently.
While you are away mice will
play
Tiny critters can start big fires
when they chew on cords and
wiring.
• Seal cracks in windows and
around doors, fill holes and gaps
in the foundation and around
pipes.
• Have a pest control company
take care of the creatures
already living inside your home
and keep the rest out.
• Put a cap over your chimney to
keep larger animals out.
Close the door behind you
A regular household door can
slow down the spread of fire by
containing it to the room where it
started. So on your way out, close
your doors.
• Close the doors to every room
and the basement.
• Slide pocket doors and sliding
doors all the way shut.
When you return home
• Check for any changes to
your home. Smell the air and
take a look around. Call 9 -1 -1
immediately if you smell gas or
other unusual odors.
• Check the dryer vent on the
outside of the home and the
chimney to make sure no nests
have been built blocking the air
flow.
• Check the electrical panel to see
if any circuits were tripped. Do
not turn the circuit back on until
a licensed electrician has looked
at it if there is no known reason
for the incident.
For a more detailed list of fire
safety steps for vacationers go
to www.excelsiorfire.org
Shorewood Community & Event Center
5735 Country Club Road • 952.474.7635 • www.southshore- center.org
Driver Improvement Class
Thurs., March 7, 9 a.m. -1 p.m.
This four -hour refreshercourse is
forthose who need to renew their
certificate for a car insurance
discount. Register and get more
information at Minnesota Safety
Center, 1.888.234.1294.
Paint, Paper, Scissors Painting
Friday, March 15, 1 -3 p.m.
No experience necessary! Make
and Take Art; You will be painting
"Chickadee ". Perfect for spring
and Eater! Call the
center to register; -�
$25
Happy Feet
Monday,
March 18; $40
Appointments:
763.560.5136; Age: 55+
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.
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.
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. For
more information, call Linda,
952.475.1430.
Chair Fitness
Wednesdays,10 -10:30 a.m.; $6
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
is incorporated into the workout.
Woodcarving
Tuesdays, 9:30
�I 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 it
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, March 1 and March 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. 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
City of Shorewood
5755 Country Club Road
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Shorewood, MN 55331
Organized trash hauling phone survey
PRESORTED
STANDARD
U.S.POSTAGE PAID
TWIN CITIES, MN
PERMIT #30681
sample of Shorewood residents will be called in late February or early to mid -March and asked questions
/regarding home trash removal and their opinions on the trash hauling system in Shorewood. The city council
is evaluation options for residential trash hauling in the city. This is the next step in the investigation process that
iq began IastApril. The survey will be conducted by Morris Leatherman Company and residents who see an incoming
phone call from Morris Leatherman are encouraged to answer or to follow instructions for a follow -up survey. Your
participation is helpful and we encourage your participation. The scientific survey is trying to reach a cross section
of ages and areas of the city in order to get an accurate representation of resident preferences.
tiring Road Residents are welcome to call the city with questions or email comments to cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn.us.
City fall /winter photo contest underway
The fall /winter photo contest is taking place. Submit photos in the following five
categories:
• People of Shorewood Pets and Wildlife
• Events and Activities Splendor of seasons
All photos should be taken during the fall and winter months. 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 March 25, 2019, at 4:30 p.m.
Get complete rules and submission information on the city website under
"Community ". If you have additional questions contact the city at 952.960.7900, or
email cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn.us.
Maybeth Sheridan, 2018
Trolley Drivers, Station Agents and Maintenance Crew Needed
Have you ever wanted to do something totally unique? The Minnesota Streetcar Museum needs volunteers to
operate the historic Minnesota streetcars at its two streetcar lines, maintain track, and work at the station. The
Excelsior Streetcar Line is located in downtown Excelsior. The Como - Harriet Streetcar Line is in the Linden Hills
neighborhood near the Lake Harriet Band shell in Minneapolis.
Information meetings take place in late March followed by training. Operators must be at least 18 years old,
physically capable of operating a streetcar for at least three hours, once per month and have a valid driver's license.
For more information,visit the museum's website, TrolleyRide.org or contact Pat Cosgrove at volunteer @trolleyride.
org or 952.953.6559. Sign up at https:// trolleyride .org /about/volunteer. Applications are due March 22.
Scott Zerby, Mayor-, Patrick Johnson, Jennifer Labadie; Debbie Siakel; Kristine Sundberg
City Administrator: Greg Lerud; Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore
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Shorewood Sale pick -up
Tree Order Form May 17 and 18
1 Numbers of trees are very limited. Please supply a first and second choice if desired. Your check will be returned if your choices ;
are not available. Trees are first come first served. ;
Prior to the pick -up dates, you will receive a mailed reminder with details about your order. Please bring that paperwork to the ;
pick -up event, or give it to your designated representative (if someone else is picking up the trees for you) to ensure a smooth
pick -up process. Trees that are not collected on the designated dates will be planted in Shorewood parks. No refunds.
Submit payment in the form of a check payable to City of Shorewood and mail to City of Shorewood Tree Sale, 5755 Country Club
Road, Shorewood, MN 55331, or order and pay by credit card online at www.ci.shorewood.mn.us. Print orders may be mailed or
delivered in person to city hall. A 24 -hour drop box is located at city hall for your convenience. ;
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Species
American Elm *
$85
Quantity
Total
Thornless Hawthorn *
$50
' Order and pay online at
❑ Checked www.ci.shorewood.mn.us to see if selection is sold out (or
Red Maple Brandywine *
$90
❑ Enclosed check payable to City of Shorewood for exact amount or ;
River Birch*
$80
952.960.7900
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American Larch (Tamarack) *
$75
Bald Cypress
$70
Norway Spruce
SOLD OUT
White Pine
SOLD OUT
Plastic tree guards (for trees marked
1 $3
Total Due
;Comments:
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Orders are first -come, first - served
until sold. Send order to:
City of Shorewood Tree Sale
Ordering Trees ;
Avery limited number of trees have
been ordered and are offered on a ;
first -come, first -serve basis. The intent ;
of the sale is to diversify Shorewood's ;
tree stock in an effort to reduce the ef-
fects of tree diseases such as Emerald
Ash Borer and Dutch Elm Disease. ;
Orders will be processed for single ;
family homeowners. Townhouse and
association properties should contact ;
the city for order. ;
• Unlike a retail nursery, these trees do ;
not have a warranty.
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5755 Country Club Road
Shorewood, MN 55331
Before you mail the order, please confirm:
OR
❑ Filled out order form completely? ;
' Order and pay online at
❑ Checked www.ci.shorewood.mn.us to see if selection is sold out (or
www.ci.shorewood.mn.us
call city hall, 952.960.7900)?
❑ Enclosed check payable to City of Shorewood for exact amount or ;
Questions?
pay online? '
952.960.7900
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on May 17 or May 18.
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Shorewood's 2019 Tree Sale
All trees are selected for the west metro area by an arborist. To view photos of the tree species, see the link on the city
web site, www.ci.shorewood.mn.us. All trees are
supplied on a first -come, first -serve basis. The
earlier your order is received, the better your
chance of getting your top selections. Note the
pick -up location is at Minnetonka Public Works.
You will receive a postcard with your order and
pick -up information in early May. Please bring
the materials with you to the tree pick -up. If
you have questions, please contact the city at
952.960.7900, or see the city web site:
www.ci.shorewood.mn.us.
Use the chart below to determine which trees
are best for your site:
Tree Pick -Up
Trees MUST be picked up on designated dates or you
forfeit the tree and the money you paid for it.
Leftover trees will be planted in Shorewood parks.
Friday, May 17, 9 am -12 pm
Saturday, May 18, 9 am -12 pm
Minnetonka Public Works, East Driveway
11522 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka, MN 55305
Species
Cost
Sun or
Significant features
To�ntainer
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American Elm
$85
full sun to
Good for clay, sandy or peat /moist soil; small green flow-
601X60'
6 -8'
#10
part shade
ers; round papery fruits; yellow -gold in the fall
Thornless
$50
full sun
Good for clay or sandy soils; white flowers; reddish mini-
20'X20'
6 -8'
#7
Hawthorn
applies; orange in fall
Red Maple
$90
full sun to
Clay, sandy or peat /moist soil; seedless; purple /red in fall;
25'X12'
6 -8'
#10
Brandywine
part shade
River Birch
$80
full sun to
Clay, sandy or peat /moist soil; catkins (like pussy willow);
401X40'
6 -8'
#10
(clump)
part shade
golden yellow in fall
American Larch
$75
full sun
Clay, sandy or peat /moist soils; deciduous conifer - -drops
50'X30'
6 -8'
#10
(Tamarack)
needles in fall; gets cones; yellow in fall
White Pine
SOLD OUT
Norway Spruce
SOLD OUT
Bald Cypress
$70
full sun
Does not like sandy soils; gets cones; reddish brown and
60'X30'
drops needles in the fall
• Growing tips for the type of tree you purchase will be emailed to those who purchase.
• Watering bags are available for purchase at the tree sale, cash only. Watering bags and plastic
tree guards do not fill pine trees or river birch well.
• More information and photos of trees are available on the city website, www.ci.shorewood.mn.us
under "Community ". Trees were selected for Shorewood soils and we hope will accommodate
the varying soil types found in Shorewood. If you have any questions, please email jmoore@
ci.shorewood.mn.us, or call the city at 952.960.7900.
• When planning where to plant your trees, make sure they will not interfere with overhead wires as
they grow and no trees should be planted in the city right -of -way.
Thank you for helping diversify the forestry in Shorewood. Although the Emerald Ash Borer
has not yet reached our community, it is expected that eventually it will. Shorewood has a
large number of Ash trees and planting new trees now will help keep or great wooded land-