City News, Reports and Projects
Manor Park Shelter Improvements begin June 7
updated: Tuesday, June 1, 2010
The City of Shorewood will start a construction project to repair, remodel and build an addition to the Manor Park Shelter located at 20630 Manor Road. The City of Shorewood will be the general contractor for the project.
The enhancements include restrooms, a drinking fountain, utility room and expansion of the existing picnic canopy. Construction of the shelter is expected to start the week of June 7. The building is expected to be available for use in mid September . These updates to the shelter will provide space for park and recreation programming to the east side residents, a rentable shelter to the public, and restroom facilities for park use.
If you have any questions regarding this project, you may contact Joe Pazandak, Building Inspector, 952-960.7907.
The League of MN Cities Video
Cities, Services & Funding: Broader Thinking, Better Solutions
The idea is to engage the city community, policymakers, and the general public in conversations about the financial conditions cities are facing now and in the years to come. To help shape the future of Minnesota cities – the services provided, how those services are delivered, and how they are paid for. Post your response to the video on the new blog site www.outsidetheox.org
Solicitors
Updated: June 15, 2010
City code requires for-profit solicitors to get a solicitation license from the city. Each solicitor must carry a copy of the license, and they must be able to show it upon request. Examples of licenses issued in the past include sale of cleaning products, magazines, encyclopedias, aerial photos, and services such as dry cleaning, home maintenance and investment services. Ask to see a copy of the license . If they are unable to provide it, call the police at 9-1-1. If you do not want solicitors to come to your door, place a 3-1/2” x 3-1/2” card on or next to your front door reading “No Solicitors” in 1/2” letters.
Children selling items to raise funds for schools, scouts, and organized youth groups; persons involved in a community event; religious and political organizations; or solicitors doing business by a scheduled appointment are exempt.
U.S. Census: Visiting Homes April - July
Between April and July 2010, US Census takers will be in neighborhoods to collect data from residents who have not returned their census information. While Census takers conduct legitimate business, there may be people attempting to impersonate a Census taker in an effort to steal personal information. Residents are encouraged to immediately call 911 to report suspicious activity.
The following tips can help you identify an official US Census taker:
- Official US Census takers must present a Census Bureau photo ID badge, which displays a Department of Commerce watermark and expiration date.
- Upon request, the US Census taker will provide a letter from the director of the Census Bureau on US Census Bureau letterhead, and will provide supervisor contact information and/or the regional office phone number.
- US Census takers may be carrying a laptop computer and/or bag with a Census Bureau logo.
- US Census takers may be driving personal vehicles, which will not have any official insignias or markings.
Learn more about census takers.
In addition, the Census Bureau or an official US Census taker will never do the following:
- Ask for your Social Security number,
- Ask for money or a donation, or request PIN codes, passwords or banking information.
- Conduct the Census via the internet or send emails asking for Census information.
Learn more about what to do when a census taker visits you.
Prairie Grass Update
Updated: May 10, 2010
Prairie grass areas in Freeman Park and on the South side of Radisson Road west of the water tower will have their spring mowing as soon as the ground is firm and dry enough to support mowing equipment and not damage the grass and soil surface. A few weeks after the spring mowing the grass will come out of hibernation. Prairie grass will grow all summer; prairie grass is a warm season grass. It will return to hibernation in the fall, turning shades of tan to reddish tan. Next year the cycle will begin again. Each year the prairie grass will become more mature with additional strength, height and color. The prairie grass has laid down, lodged, this winter due to the unusual cycle of snow and rain, however, with more time to mature it will be less likely to lodge.