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Home My WebLink About2009Ó¿°´»©±±¼ Ó±²¬¸´§ Ö¿²«¿®§ îððçÝ·¬§ Ò»©-´»¬¬»® Ô±-»îÉ·² É»·¹¸¬ Ô±-- Ý¸¿´´»²¹» Ì¸¿²µ- ¬± ¬¸»-» Ú»¾®«¿®§ ïéô ¬¸» Ó¿°´»©±±¼ Ý±³³«²·¬§ Ý»²¬»® Ú·¬²»-- Ì»¿³ ©·´´ Ô±-»îÉ·² Í°±²-±®-æ µ·½µ·²¹ ±ºº ¬¸» É·²¬»® É»·¹¸¬ Ô±-- Ý¸¿´´»²¹» Maplewood Meeting Schedule City Council: Monday, January 12 & 26 at 6:30PM Citizen Forum: Saturday, January 3 at 10:OOAM Environmental & Natural Resource Commission: Tuesday, January 6 at 5:15PM Planning Commission: Tuesday, January 6 & 20 at 7:OOPM Community Design Review Board: Tuesday, January 13 & 27 at 6:OOPM Park Commission: Wednesday, January 7 & January 28 at 7:OOPM Housing & Redevelopment Authority: Wednesday, January 14 at 7:OOPM Historical Preservation Committee: Thursday, January 29 at 7:OOPM All City Council and Commission meetings are broadcast live on Channel 16 and are rebroadcast on a schedule that is posted at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Any meeting cancellations are posted on the City's website. Advertise with us! Make a statement in your community. Reach over 18,200 homes, businesses, and apartments with the Official Maplewood City Newsletter. For more p information, contact Heidi Carey at 651.249.2021 or W~~W~d';,;~~~;~:" n~~:=.~~~~'=~=~ heidi.carey@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Thank you to the advertisers who support this publication!wa Enrolling now for the 2009-10 school year! Information Event Pre-K & Kindergarten Open House Sat, Jan 24,10-11:30am Sat, Feb 7,10am-Noon Experience morning circle, view student work,Visit our mixed-age kindergarten and and learn how our comprehensive curriculum meet our inspired teachers. Learn how skillfully weaves academics with art, music,nurturing imagination through play sets foreign language and movement.the foundation for a lifetime of learning. For parents and interested adults All ages welcome Attend an event or call 651-487-6700 to arrange a tour. MINNESOTA WALDORF SCHOOL City of Maplewood O January 2009 Ramsey County Traffic Safety Initiative The Ramsey County Traffic Safety Initiative began in November of 2008 with the mission of collaboratively creating safer roadways throughout Ramsey County by raising public awareness and enforcing all traffic regulations. All of the law enforcement agencies throughout Ramsey County (including Maplewood Police, Minnesota State Patrol, Mounds View Police, New Brighton Police, North St. Paul Police, Ramsey County Sheriff, Roseville Police, St. Anthony Police, St. Paul Police, and White Bear Lake Police) work together on selected roadways throughout Ramsey County providing high visibility traffic enforcement saturations in order to reduce traffic related deaths and injuries. On November 16, officers from the listed agencies worked a high visibility traffic enforcement saturation on Highway 61 from Wheelock Parkway up to County Road J. On November 26, a second high visibility traffic enforcement saturation was conducted on the Highway 36 corridor between Highway 280 and Century Avenue. These two events resulted in removing 36 intoxicated or impaired drivers from the road those nights. ~- The Ramsey County Traffic Safety Initiative is funded through grant money received from the Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Officers working the high visibility traffic enforcement saturations are required to wear high visibility traffic safety vests. High visibility mobile signs announcing DWI ENFORCEMENT ZONE" are also utilized throughout the selected roadways during the high visibility traffic saturation in order to educate the public about the increased law enforcement presence. BANKRUPTCY. FAMILY. 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Prosperan Bankers Deb Braun, JasonKroll, and Jeff Seltun990HelenaAvenue North Oakdale, MN 55128 651-702- 3976 2520 WhiteBearAvenueformerlyWashingtonCountyBank Maplewood, MN55109 651-777-7822 Live well and prosper. 601 Carlson Parkway, Suite 150 Minnetonka, Program Registration Options Register for most classes online today at www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com or: Advertise with us! Visit Us: At MCC Customer Service 2100 White Bear Ave. Monday: 9:OOAM - 7:OOPM Tuesday -Friday: 9:OOPM - 5:OOPM Saturday: 9:OOAM - 12:OOPM At the Nature Center 2659 East 7th Street Make a statement in your community. Reach over 18,200 homes, businesses, and apartments with the Official Maplewood City Newsletter. Your target market! The entire newsletter is featured on the city website. For more information, contact Heidi Carey at 651.249.2021 or heidi.carey@ci.maplewood. mn.us. Thank you to the advertisers who support this publication! I highly recommend advertising with the City of Maplewood. I have been in business for 11 years and I have tried a lot of advertising. I have received the most response from the City of Maplewood. I have committed to a year with them and would advertise with them again!" Hair Professionals, Owner, Charlene Rooney 7 f~~ B~4f~Jl~k~lf}TL=Y. FAMILY. ~f~IMINAL.aLJI E~kKI . 1''~:uJt ~. ~r5~i 'ar u~ LLI' LShti {h['r It{iStj 15 [ 5~ I I.. =W44d 11~o-l=sst4n.l r_fi77ef 51.r i ~.i I I tir~Af+~ t: dCl'r•~ yy.ti•u {{r By Phone: MCC/P&R Programs 651.249.2230 Nature Center Programs 651.249.2170 For free programs only) A Rain Garden For Your Yard Series Learn how to create a rain garden! Join the Maplewood Nature Center staff for one session or for the whole series. The first class provides enough information to get you started. Field and workshop sessions are offered for those who are ready to install a garden this year and want more in-depth instruction. A RAIN GARDEN FOR YOUR YARD -CLASSROOM SESSION THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 6:30 - 8:30PM Learn how rain gardens work, be inspired by slides of beautiful local rain gardens, and learn astep-by-step process for creating a rain garden in your yard. Cost is $5.00. Session will take place at the Gladstone Fire Station 2, 1955 Clarence Street. Prepayment and registration is due by March 19. Watch the March Maplewood Monthly for more Rain Garden Series. Enrollirxa ncawf~rth~ ~~~'~-~~ s~hael year! Inf arm~tion h+ent Pr~I& Rindtrrprten Opp n s 3at,:March 1# 10.11~(~m ~~ fed ~ ~Aprll ~,10im~la~rl E~erlenae moming ~rcle, wlew student Ovals., YG[ arr m~ed,age klyderguten and and le~m hew aurcampreh~rrgvecum~lium met ~urlrt~+lled tead~~rs L,eam haw dCllfiilyw+ea~es a~d~ml~ wtth anti m~ nuwmg ImacJrtatlvn through playl set f~relgn larlguige end movement thefaurd~nm ivra Itfenme ufleerring ForlvalQll~alldull~r~tada~a4~~ ,41Ya4asw~dlama At°ten d an euent ar cal I ~ 51 ~87~71>k;90 ~ a rra nge a to ur. 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Ý±³³«²·¬§ Ù§³ Ý¿®ª»® Ý±³³«²·¬§ Ù§³ ïçîç Û¼¹»®¬±² Í¬®»»¬ êëïòîìçòîïìë êëïòîìçòîïíë Î»²¬¿´ ×²º±®³¿¬·±²æ Î»²¬¿´ ×²º±®³¿¬·±²æ Î¿¬»-æ üîëòðð ñ½±«®¬ñ¸±«® Î¿¬»- æ üîëñ½±«®¬ñ¸±«® üíëñº«´´ ½±«®¬ñ¸±«® üíëñÚ«´´ Ý±«®¬ñØ±«® üëððòððñ»²¬·®» ¹§³ ñè ¸±«®- üëððñ»²¬·®» ¹§³ñè ¸±«®- üîëòððñ½±«®¬ñ¸±«® øÞ·®¬¸¼¿§ Ð¿®¬·»-÷ üîëñ½±«®¬ ñ¸±«® øÞ·®¬¸¼¿§ Ð¿®¬·»-÷ Ñ°»² Ù§³ Í½¸»¼«´»æß¼«´¬ Ñ°»² Ê±´´»§¾¿´´æ Ì«»-¼¿§- êæíð ó çæíðÐÓ øÍ½¸»¼«´» ·- -«¾¶»½¬ ¬± ½¸¿²¹» ©·¬¸±«¬ ²±¬·½» ò Ý¸»½ µ ¬¸» º®±²¬ ©·²¼±©- ±º ¬¸» -½¸±±´ ±® ½¿´´ êëïòîìçòîïìë÷òßº¬»® Í½¸±±´ Ê±´´»§¾¿´´ ÓÑÒÜßÇÍô ÓßÎÝØ îíó ßÐÎ×Ô îéìæðð ó ëæððÐÓ ÙÎßÜÛÍ íóëÇ±« ©·´´ °®¿½¬·½» ¬¸» º«²¼¿³»²¬¿´- Ý·¬§ ±ºÓ¿°´»©±±¼ ÐÎÍÎÌ ÍÌÜËòÍò ÐÑÍÌßÙÛ Ðß× ÜÐ¸±²»æêëïòîìçòîððð Ð»®³·¬ ýìçðíò½·ò³¿°´»©±±¼ò³²ò«- Í¬òÐ¿«´ô ÓÒ ööööööööÛÝÎÉÍÍöö ÎÛÍ×ÜÛÒÌ× ßÔ ÝËÍÌÑÓÛÎ Ð®·²¬»¼ ±² ®»½§½´»¼ °¿°»®ò Ô»¿®² Ø±© Ì± ß½¸·»ª» Ç±«® Ü®»¿³- º» -¸±«´¼ ¾» ´·ª»¼ô ª-ò ÌËÛÍÜßÇôÚÛÞÎËßÎÇô îì ò Ø·- ½«®®»²¬ ïæððÐÓßÒÜ ìæððÐÓ øî ÍÛÍÍ× ÑÒÍ÷ ßº¬»® ß´´ ×¬ôÇ±«® Ô·º»ô ßÌÌØÛ ÓßÐÔÛÉÑÑÜ ÝÑÓÓËÒ× ÌÇ MAY DAY CELEBRATION Friday, May 1 at 4:34PM at the Maplewood Nature Center FIOME & GARDEN E7(PO Saturday, May 2 at 12:04-4:fl4PM at the Maplewood Community Center PETERSON FAMILY CONCERT Saturday, May 9 at 7:3flPM at the Maplewood Community Center JULY 4TH- .NEW? ALLAMERICAN LUMBERJACK SHOW & FIREWORKS Jim Antanen's career spans a number of years of public service. He is a veteran of the US Navy. He began his career in 5artell as the City Administrator and then served as City Manager in Vermillan, South Dakota. He served for 12 112 years as the City Manager in Moorhead, Minnesota and received significant acknawledgementlor his professional handling of the Red River Valley Floods during 1997 in Moorhead. He relocated to Davis, California, a university city of 66,409 residents in 2001, where he served far five years as their City Manager. In 2Q06, Jim left Davis, California to serve as an Executive Recruitar prior to accepting his appointment to the City Manager position in Maplewood. TASTE OF MAPLEWOQO Jim is currently working to relocate his family from California to Minnesota. Jim can be contacted at Thursday, August 13 with Lamont City Hall at 651.249.2050 or at Jim.Antonen a~ci.maplewoatl.mn.us. After two weeks on the jab Mr. Cranston & Radix C]isney Antonen stated his primary objective will be to provide stability in city government, Maplewaad's City Council and staff are excited to welcome Mr. Antonen to his new position as City Manager. Inside: City Council Tv Review Wetland Protection ordinance Are wetlands and wildlife habitat _ Home ~ Garden Expo important to you? Do you live !~ 4 Special Events adjacent to ar own property near a wetland? If the answer is yes to either of these questions, you may be interested in attending the City Council's upcoming public hearings regarding a proposed wetland ordinance amendment: r: - rsr, ~ First Reading 4f the Ordinance: Dag Parks Monday, April 13, 7:4flPM ar later Second Reading of the Ordinance: Monday, April ~7, 7:4{]PM or later The Foreclosure Crisis 9 Horne School Programs Wetlands are an integral part of our ~ ' `:~~~'~ ~~ ~ ~~ t1r~f ~`~~~~' , , ~ ' ` r4 ` d' ~`~ environment. They provide critical ~` ~r' ''~ ~°`Q++~' °~~ ~~r~t~ " ~' wildlife and aquatic habitat, help maintain water quality by filtering pollutants and reducing flooding, antl provide open space for recreation, education, and aesthetic enjoyment. The City of Maplewood has 300 or mare wetlands in its boundary. In order to protect this important resource the Maplewaad Enviranmenfal and Natural Resources Commission reviewed Maplewaad's existing wetland ordi- nance and has recommended modifications of the ordinance to the City Council. Welcomes New City Manager The City Council began the process to review cartdidates for a permanent City Manager in November 2008. On f~~~anday, March 9, 2408, Jim Antonen was sworn in to the aositian. City Council To Review Wetland Protection Ordinance continued an page 5j City Hall Maplewood Meting Schedule Make a statement in your community. Reach over 18,X}{1 homes, businesses, and apartments with the Qifieial Maplewood City Newsletter. The entire newsletter is featured an the city website. Far mare information, contact Heidi Carey at 651.249.2021 ar heidi,carey@ci.maplewaod.mn,us. Thank you to the advertisers wh©support this publication! City Cauncil Monday, April 13 & 2T at 6:30PM City Cauncil Workshop: Monday„April 6 at S:OOPM Citizen Porum: Saturday, April 4 at 10:OOAM Environmental & Natural Resource Commission: Tuesday, April 7 at 5:15PM Planning Commission: Tuesday, April 7 & 21 at 7:OOPM Community 17esign Review Board: Tuesday, April 14 & 28 at 6:flOPM Park. Commission: Wednesday, April 15 at T:ODPM Housing & RedevelopmentAuthority: Wednesday, April 8 at 7;OOPM Historical Preservation Commission: Thursday, April 1fi at l:OOPM All City Cauncil and Commission meetings are broadcast live an Channe9 16 and are rebroadcast an a schedule that is posted at www.ci.maplewoad,mn.us. Any meeting cancellations are pasted an the City's website. a n ~~ ~ ~~ 9y0 NBletra AvBrn19 T7oM Oaktlale. MN 55128 651-702-3978 252{! Wflrte Saar Aveltu9 Mapfewaad, MN 551174 41-777-7872 B01 Carlson Parkway, Slate i5S Miraietpnka. MN 5§3~5 4S?DES-929f1 Wxryv.pr~pernnbaMt.GOm. FRRf~~]TSPE~AI~TL~1 '~ Life wef! and prosper. City of NCaplewoad ~ April 20fl9 MARLEWQOD C~]MMUNITY CENTER SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2DQ9 1~:DD - 4:DDPM FREE ADMISSIQNI Maplewood Community Center, 2'IDO White 13earAvenue Whether you are remodeling, rebuilding, relocating or just reinvesting in your hams, the Maplewood Community Center Home and Garden. Expo is the place for you, offering something for everyone from the do-it-yourself specialist to the hopeless homeowner in need of a little (or a lotl} of help, this event is a great opportunity to learn mare about home and garden projects of all shapes and sizes. See the latest products and services that contractors, housing experts, remodeling gurus, and landscaping masters have to offer. Talk with specialists and visit vendor booths specifcally designed to help homeowners considering improvement projects, landscaping or a new home purchase, This family-friendly event will include Home Depot bird house building for the kids and educational seminars on a variety of home and garden projects for the adults! And the best part of all? It's all FREE! FREEI ATTEND BOTH SESSI©NS: 1,15PM -Carina McCall Schafer & Carrie Troske from Remax Tricks of The Trade: Secrets of Selling In Today's Market 2:15PM -Generation Green Contractors Moneysaving Renewable Energy Systems and Eca-friendly Materials. Learn just how easy and affordable it can be. Call 651.2~t9.21 D3 for more information. Spriinr~ +Clean-up Day Saturday, April 25, 7:OOAM to 1:DOPM In the Aldrich Arena parking lot at 1850 White bear Avenue Maplewood residents, with proof of residency, will be able to dispose of appliances, tires, construction debris, mattresses, furniture, car parts; scrap metal, other assorted junk, and all electronic equipment such as televisions,. computers, monitors and cell phones. Id0 BRUSH OR TREE WASTE WILL BE ACCEPTI=D. In conjunction with Maplewoad's Spring Clean-up Day, Ramsey County will be collecting household hazardous waste items including il, antifreeze, and paint free of charge. Ramsey County will also be accepting these materials on April 24 from 10:DDAM to 6:40PM Bicycles in any condition will be collected by Re-Cycle, a used bicycle shop in Minneapolis. A re-used bicycle saves approximately 175 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions by reducing the need to produce a new bicycle. Far more information, visit re-cycle.com. In conjunction with this event, Maplewood will also be sponsoring a food drive for the Second Harvest Food Bank. Containers will be set up to collec# food items. Tuna, peanut butter, macaroni and cheese, canned soups and vegetables, infant items, dried foods and cash are needed. CLILLECTI{]N FEES tCASH QR CHECK ONLY TYPE t)F L(]AD E-WASTE Cars without a trailer $15 Televisions $10 Cars with a trailer $2D ComputerlMonitor $15 Pickup Trucks $2[]Printers $5 Large loads $5D plus DVDIVCR $10 INDIVIDUAL ITEMS Car tires an ar off rims $4 Appliances $15 For more information, call 651.249.24D0. 651.770.091 wwwr.maplewoodwEiitetiearchirn.~nm 25tiLl 4Vhite Bear A~•enue, h~aplervcx~~j M~.F~c~ti. ~ yi~~ ~~AR City of Maplewood ~ April 20fl9 It is shameful that the Press is also silent on these efforts. It is even more concerning when your own government is gripped by fear a.nd closes its' doors by limiting and distorting the truth. When our founding fathers created this country, they established many checks and balances. Sadly now we must fight to try and protect the People from the very government that they themselves created. The wonderful patriots at www.friend- sofmaplewood.com have agreed to post the article I wrote and submitted. l am sure that yet. another story on recycling or rain gardens can easily be substituted and the vast majority of people will never discover what is really happening in their city. Waodburrning smoke restrictions, more lawsuits, mare tax increases, wetland ordinance changes the real truth, etc... Remember and never forget those that have fought and died so that we may live free, for now... Disclaimer; I am not running for re-election and I am proud to have NEVER accepted political $$$ from anyone. Editorial Qisclaimer: The views expressed are #hose of the aWthvr and may net necessarily represent lar reflect the views and opinions of the City of Maplewood. Don't Miss This Years First Eyer .. All American LumberJack Shaw at the July 4th Celebration! Great family fun stacking at 4:OaPM at Hazelwood Park, 1663 East County Road C. Fireworks display at dusk, food vendors, and competitive games...SAVE THE DATE! For more information, call 651.249.2125. EITA nEY7AL dF ~sll`NrSURA Wlaplewoo Malld A13~~n1$y~ ~1"Il ~ Q t~:vv - r~;ao rake your photo kvilh rheBunny. Delta Dental'srboth Fairy wIU give a free toothhlush andtoathpaste Sample to scary child. lirfng a nanperlshable a food item to donate to Second Harwest Heartland and sign up tQ vrln a faflllt0115 I~ 'H~llhy5pringBasket. ill c:ulate and sugary Ireal S- 1 here are also many ways fa r Ifl[e he>slttny Spf111~ t1~ISltS that arc 1UYY 111 511ga1 buR il~jl Of4 fllnl Ii7.j4 r: F,t ~n~F:~t. 1 /~Nutfll~9us nd! dudllY pQrd 4r fao Ealnhr Hiaik 5ugerIE51 gum nd h nwd [ it H ndheld games, play ng and luring hooks, rmM s rna~c markets and sl:[kPrs • Plas[Ic dlnasa rs dolls, s[uRrd animals ti~ ~r u act on Agures ~ 9each pa 1s6 shorels, lump nip h la hoops, sidrrra[k rha:k, fn shecs, huhhles, 6x115 and kllcs • G+h eertlfira[eS lnr movies, water parks sr'd sv<*rtl~yt enb • soots • Cn9, fN.WS arttl tell pho+.r aarssorirs BANKRl.1PTCY, FAMILY. CRIMINAL.DI,]I Your- Eastside Artc~r r~eys Baker-, Wadd & Williams ALP Colrvlel7tly IQCated in the Haxlewaod Professional Center South of Maplewood Mall fi~ I ,773.4 I I I www.baL.el waddl.lw.tom City of Maplewood ~ April 2009 Issues That Affect You...March 9, 2DD9 Unfortunately, the ^riginai article that I wrote for this edition of the Maplewood Monthly was censored beyond recognition by the City. There are many efforts within Maplewood City government to limit and control your personal freedoms. Sadly they now control the City newsletter as well. Date Nights 23- Mcwie Days Let the good times roil+. Enjoy time to yourself or plan an evening out with your spouse while the kids party and play with friends in Maplewood Community Center child care. Children will eaf dinner ~pizZa and juice}, watch a movie, and partake in stimulating and entertaining games. You do not need to be a MCC Member or Kids Club Member #a participate. Calf 6§1.249.2236 to register! DATE NIGHTS 5:04 -9:OOPM Friday, April 3, 1 T, May 1, 15, 29 Saturday, April 11, 25, May 9, 23 Cast includes dinner: 15.001per child $30.g01per family (maximum of 4 in a family) Reservations required. MOVIE DAYS: 1:00.3:OOPM We also offer Sunday afternoon movies. Gast is $5.00 per child and kids eat popcorn and juice while watching a film. April 12 -Chitty, Chitty, Bang, Bang April 26--The Bee Movie May 10 -Tay Story 2 May 27 -The Incredibles Daddy Daughter Dance FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 6:34 - $:44PM Dad, take your daughter out and enjoy great music, dancing and goodies as memories are made an this special night. Each young lady will receive a corsage and each couple will receive a memory keepsake photograph of their special date. All participants registered by April 10 will ~e entered to win a fabulous prize! This t semi-formal dance; for girls ages 5-12 years, will be held at the Maplewood Com- munity Center. Cost is $27.00lcauple and 8.00 each additional child ti$20,OOIcouple and $5.00 each additional child for MCC members}.Gall 551.249.2230 to register. F[id's Stuff Sale FRIDAY, MAY 1, 4:34 - 7:34PM Free admisslonl Take advantage of this opportunity to buylaell quality children's items, shoes, toys, becks, movies, large and small equipment, strollers, bicycles: maternity clothing and lots more at a terrific price! All itemslclothing far sale will be far children ages fl to 13 years, To reserve space for selling, call 551.249,2230. Cast is $20.00 per space and includes two 7' x 3' tables and chairs. There are only 18 spaces available and reservations are given. out an a first come basis. Star-Stunning Performers at the Michael Johnson -Salo Performance Thursday, April 23 at 7:34PM Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Michael Johnson takes the stage for an intimate solo performance. Known for his hits such as, Bluer than Blue," "`Give Me Wings," "That's That," and many more, Michael Johnson is considered a master guitarist. ^an't miss this captivating. performance! Tickets: $23.00 - $28.00 Peterson Family Concert Saturday, May 9 a# 1:34PM See members of Minnesota's first family of music -the Petersonsl Led by matriarch Jeanne Arland Peterson and her daughter Patty Peterson, this talented musical family includes artists from four generations. Renowned jazz vocals, extraordinary piano accompaniment, and ail around musical talent combine far a powerful do-not-miss performance. Tickets: $20,00 - $24.fl0 Lurie Line Friday, May 15 at 7:34PM Enjoy an intimate evening with Lurie Line and foe of her favorite Pop Chamber Orchestra musicians. Spend a casuaC night around the piano as Lurie Line plays some of her favorite songs and tells the great stories that go behind them! Tickets: $37.fl0 - $40.00 Call 651.249.2234 for tickets! Have eve alarm fun with a themed birthday party complete with a visit from the Maplewood Fire departmentlx Call 651.249.22Q3 to f5aok your party today! Limited number of visits available IDQ ~~ Befit ~ i ~I~W.~i~~iM00d~ftiMlll~Mli~~fil~fi:~91 City of Maplewood ~ April 20fl9 Maplewood Community Center Theatre exer r•iscner, rarKS ana rcecrea~ivs >~omm+ssivn City News City Council To Review Wetland Protection Qrdinance continued from caner) The city's cur- rent wetland ordinance was adopted in 1995 and is based on the Ramsey- Ul~ashington Metro Uatershed District's wetland classification system. In 2D05 the watershed district reclassified al] of the wetlands within their districf, includ- ing amajority of the wetlands in Maple- wood. The aew classifioation System is based on the Minnesota Routine Assessment Method far classifying wetlands, which is a more scientifica[fy based approach to wetland classifica- tion than their previous system. Maplewood proposes to adopt this new classification system #or all of the city's wetlands. In addition to reclassifying wetlands, the proposed ordinance would implement new wetland protection regulations including buffer protections. The puffer is the gone of vegetation around a pond or wetland. Buffers help filter pollutants and protect the wetland from human disturbance. To view the proposed ordinance amend- ments, visit the Maplewood city website at www,ci.maplewood, mn.uslwetlands. For additional information please contact 5hann Fnwall, Environmental Planner at 651.249.2304 ar shann.finwall@ ci.maplewood.mn.us or Virginia Gaynor, Natural Resources Coordip nator at 651.249,2416 or virginia.gaynora~ci.maplewsood.mn.us, Twv Vacancies On The Gvmmunity Design Review board The Maplewood Community Design Review Board (CDRB) is a five-member advisory committee to the city council. The CDRB reviews building design, site plans, and landscape far proposed multi-family, commercial and industrial development in Maplewood. The CDRB's goal is to approve attractive developments in architectural design, the use of proper landscape materials and a functional and attractive Iayout.The CDRB meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month in the Maplewood City Hall Council Chambers at fi:QDPM. There are currently two vacancies on the CDRB. The City Council appoints residents who volunteer to serve on City commissions and boards. Applications for the Community Design Review Board, can be downloaded from the city website on the CDRB webpage or you may pick one up at City Ha1L The deadline for applications is April 15. For mare information, call 651.249.2DOD. rrorrctng Tv Improve Maplewood Parks The Park and Recreation Commission is set up to advise the Gity Staff, Manager and City Council in all matters perkaining to public parks and recreation. This year we have much planned. In February the Park Commission had a joint meeting with the Environmental Commission to make Maplewood more sustainable. Late last year the Park Commission set up a task force to explore adding a dog park in North Maplewood. Currently, there is a large dog park in South Maplewood at Battle Creek. The task force will be reporting to the full Commission at each meeting and will be developing recommendations far a possible dog park and locations. The Parks Commission has started the park planning process to redevelop Lions Park which is very tired and facing drainage issues, During the next several months we will be involving the neighbors around Lions Park, in a public park planning process to redevelop the Park to meet their needs in a way that will also solve the drain- age issues, If you live in the area keep an eye out far information on upcoming meetings. In the next few months planning will also start for a tat lot park in the Legacy village area, Residents will have an opportunity to submit their ideas into the park design, type of playground equipment to install and also what to name the park. We look forward to hearing from everyone in this exciting process. City of Maplewood ~ April 2U~9 Far more information pn the Parks and Recreation Commission visit www.ci.maplewood.mn.us and follow the finks to Resident boards and Commission ar call 651.249.23dD. Maplewood Fire Department Partners VYith East Metro Hospitals gy Steve Lukin, Fire Chief In 2008 the fire department responded to 3,922 calls for service, up from 2D07 calls for service by 139 calls or almost ~°1°. The increase was mainly in Emergency Etlledical Service calls. Our response time went from 5.1 D minutes in 2007 to 5.E minutes in 20D8, Fire false alarm calls for 2QD7 were 207 and for 2D08 they were 2D0. We responded to 35 dwelling fires in 20DT with an estimated dollar loss of 310,55D and 33 dwelling fires in 20D8 with an estimated dollar loss of $14fl,OD0. The east metro area emergency medical service providers have partnered with three East Metro hospitals Regions: St. Joe's and United) to mare definitively treat acute heart attack patients. We treat those acute heart attack patients with the Level One Heart Program that allows the paramedics to activate the cardiac catheterization lab N. ~~'' from the field when certain criter[a are met. The cardiac catheterization lab is where angiograms are performed, ~y activating the cardiac catheterize#ion lab from the field, we decrease the time the heart is starved for oxygen by giving the team a head stark on preparing for the acutely ill heart patient. Quick definitive care of the acutely ill heart patient will decrease the complications and severity of the heark attack. In 2D08, we used the Level One I~ieart Program eight times with very successful outcomes. We have also recently implemented a similar process with the same hospitals for the acutely ill stroke patients. Our service has also been very successful with saving cardiac arrest patients due to rapid response times and advanced treatments that are preformed in the field. In 2008, 53°la of the cardiac arrest patients regained a pulse and were transported to a local emergency room, This would not be possible without all of the efforts of our paramedics and EMTs. Kristine & Dan Teeter City of Maplewood ~ April 20fl9 The Foreclosure Crisis And How I~ Af#ec~s Maplewood By #~abert Mittet, Finance Director The foreclosure crisis is very evident to all of us, Regardless where you live, you have seen the "for sale" signs. News stories talk about the burden on city and county finances around the nation. Perhaps you have seen the un-shoveled, un-used driveway or the junk in the yard that indicates an abandoned house in your neighborhood. Perhaps your family is struggling to avoid foreclosure or maybe you have heard something about the Stimulus Package and some incentives for first-time homebuyers. The foreclosure crisis is touching all of us in many different ways. How serious is Maplewoad's problem? In summary, Maplewood does not have unusual ar serious problems stemming from the national foreclosure problem. While Maplewood has cause far concern, we do not have cause for alarm. Bringing the analysis closer to Maplewood, we look at Ramsey County, Compared to the following 9 metropolitan area counties, Sheriff Certificates of Foreclosure recorded compare as follows: Sheriff Certificates of Foreclosure Recorded 2l}Q5 2866 2DQ7 2U08 7U03-Oti Scott 148 32$607 952 1070°I° Wash.245 434 878 12'.5$953°l0 Wright 196 345 748 1013 913°l0 Ramsey 644 1466 2352 302T 7Q°I° gakota 462 92.0 1610 2027 7 6$°!P Anoka 501 864 16$1 2391 6$7°l° Henn.1693 3055 5668 7350 68D°I'o Sherb.223 339 630 868 653°J'° Carver 89 114 286 341 455°I° Source: Stephen baker, Ramsey Gaunty Assessor Ramsey County, Pike elf metro counties, has experienced large increases in foreclosures in recent years. ~f the 9 counties, however, Ramsey County has the 4th largest increase putting it in the middle of the range of increases. Qnce again, there is cause far concern but Ramsey County is quite typical. Does your neighborhood have a vacant home that is a nuisance? Maplewood maintains a Cade Enforcement function that is responsible for working with properties that d^ not meet minimum requirements of state building and housing codes. or local ordinances. Calf 651.249.~Fs33 1249-C(~t7E) to report violations or for more information, go to www.ci.maplewood.mn.us, go to epartments then Code Enforcement. able to help you. What if you are having trouble with your mortgage? Statistics indicating Maplewood's problems not cause for alarm are one thing but what if you are or may become one of these foreclosure statistics? if that is your situation, the only meaningful statistic is that you are not alone and there are more people in your There are resources out there that may be Visit www.ci.maplewaod.mn.us to learn more. Are you thinking about buying a home? House prices are down and the Economic Stimulus Package signed in February provides incentives to first-time home-buyers. Last year, Congress provided taxpayers with a refundable tax credit that was equivalent to an interest-free loan equal to 10°l0 of the purchase of a home pup to $75,000} by first-time home buyers. The provision applied to homes purchased on ar after April 9, 2008 and before July 1, 2009. Taxpayers receiving this tax credit were required fo repay any amount received under this provision back to the government over 15 years in equal installments for earlier if the home was sold}. The credit phases out for taxpayers with AGI in excess of X75,000 x$150,000 in the case of a joint return}, The new law enhances the credit by eliminating the repayment obligation for taxpayers that purchase homes on or after January 1, 2D09. [t also extends the credit through the end of November 2000, and bumps up the maximum value of the credit from $7,5D0 to $8,000. Visit www,ci.maplewood,mn.us to learn more. Indeed, the foreclosure crisis is touching all of us in many different ways. There is much information available to those who need it. The City of Maplewood will continue to parkicipate in managing this crisis so as to maintain the quality of life we all enjoy. City of Maplewood ~ April 20fl9 situation all the time Glty utters cost mare vn Fiaindarrels By Ann Hutchinson, Lead AEaturalist Capture rain water from your roof for use on lawn and gardens with a rainbarrel. Plastic. 55 gallon sire rainbarrels will be offered to Maplewood residents through a partnership with the City of Maplewood and Green Institute's Maplewood Reuse Center. These barrels will be offered for a reduced cost of X45.00 to residents. They will be sold an a first. came; first serve basis; from a limited supply. Twa barrels may be connected for increased storage. Ta learn mare, and get rainbarrel order forms, visit the City website {www.ci.mapfewood.mn,uslnc} and click on rainbarrels. If you do not have access to the web, forms can be picked up at the nature center, or we can mail one to you. Payment and order forms are due April 22, 20{19. You wilt then need to check the website, or call the Nature Center at 651.249.2170 to see when the barrels will be available for pick-up at the Maplewood Re-use Center. Congratulatir~n5 "~erkisizers"! Winter 08f 09 Dadgebafl League Champkens! LOSE 2VY~rv o ~ ::. Melt Dvwn www. maplewaodcam m un itycenter. com Meit away the pounds. Need A Bide? Have you had the pleasure of riding with NEST? It's NorthEast Suburban Transit and it's been part of the community for Aver 20 years. The mini-bus will pick r you up at your home and take you anywhere in the cities of North Saint Paul, Maple- wood, and Oakdale -- plus to Century College, Hillcrest Shopping Center, Sun Ray Shopping Center, NE-YMCA, and K-Mark in White Bear Lake. The one way fare is Inky $2.25 and you may transfer to a mainline Metro Transit bus or a Lake Area Bus for no extra charge. Service bourse are Monday -Friday, E:00AM to 6:00PM} To schedule a ride, simply cal[ 227-NEST (5378} at least two hours prior to your pick up time, Monday-Friday, 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Ask about standing order subscriptions and fixed routes. 2QQ9 Camp Fair at C7 Maplewvvd Mall April 25-ZG, 2[}Q~ Saturday from iD a.m. to $ p.m. Sunday from 11 a.m. to G p.m Speak one-on-one with camp providers. Enjoy FREE activities for kids on stage and offi Pick up a camp expo passport at the Maplewood Mall Guest Service Booth. Fill up the camp expo passport and return to Guest Services far an automatic prize and a chance 4` to enter to win a grand prize, compliments of the mall! Participants will also find exclusive discounts to seiect mall retailers, great entertainment, enter I to wins, and activities scheduled mall-wide. Camps include: Girl Scouts of Minnesota and ~' Wisconsin River Valleys, City pf Woodf~ury, Parks and Recreation, YMCA of Greater St. Paul and Minneapolis, +~ John Roberts Powers Academy! and many more! i MAPLEWQQD MALL r,.:•• !-, •:. 4 _~~~d'• •:i I Fw- c`~3 cn 'vV File 13QC:r Aw~n,~e c. ~ i n~sL-~r~ n ~r ~h~, es,n~~~ City of Maplewood ~ April 2U~9 Youth Basketball THURSDAY, MAY 7 -JUNE 11 This clinic is great far boys and girls grades K-5 who want to learn the basic skills of basketball or want to be introduced to a new sport, Participants will learn the basics first: rules of the game, the ti, different lines an a court, dribbling, passing, 1~" shooting, offensive anal defensive positioning among other skills. AIG building up to playing games the last two weeks of class. Basketball hoop heights will be adfusted to meet the needs Of participants. Each player will receive a caul clinic shirtl This is a wonderful Opportunity for your child to try something new, Class takes place at the Maplewood Community Center gym and cost. is $54.44 ($44.40 for MCC members]. Call 551.249.2230 to register. K-Grade 1 5:30 -1a:25PM 2nd Grade - 3rd Grade 6:30 - 7:25PM 4th Grade - 5th Grade 7:30 - 8:25PM PR C~CT~aIVS Theater I'raductivns and `lheater Education fnr the whole fiaartily I f~lJ ~ t ~,~+~ A delightful ~nt~sicil ba~scd o~i tl~e laelove~~l cl~arattcrs and stories of I)r. Setiiss. 2009 mmer eater amp Visit our web s@te for details. April 1 ~, 1$, 19, 24, 25, ?~i Classes ilk fast. Reserve y -I, ~~ -; your spot today. t1s tickets ~U on sale, you can use our convenient ~n-line ticketing to g~urchasc your t%dets. r HOME3C8QOL PROGRAMS r Maplewood Community Center is an award-winning facility with innovative programs that focus an the fundamentals of Hame School needs to fulfill their physical education requirements. Our wide range of programs are designed to improve athletic performance. Students can choose from: Red Crass Swim Lessons, Kid's Beats, Soccer, Karate, Phy Ed Fun, Flvvr Hockey, Fencing, Spanish, Kid's Cluti, Wiffle Ball, Flag Footkrall and mare. Classes are held each l~fednesday at the Maplewaad Community Center between 1:04 and 3:04PM, Membership is not required far participation. For more information, or to register cal[ 651.249.2234. Guitar Lessor Beginning Guitar Lessons MQNDAYS, APRIL 20 -JUNE 8 6:34 -1:25PM or 1:30 - 8:25PM Free Dema Day APRIL 13, 5:30 -1;30PM~ If you always wanted to learn how to play guitar, here is your chance. Dave Raby, a local musician is offering beginning guitar lessons for those who want to learn to play guitar the easy way. Learn to play Ohords, your favorite songs and tune your guitar with one on one instruction! Level Z ar Continuing Guitar Lessons TUESDAYS, APRIL 21 -JUNE 9 Level 2: fi:30 - T:25PM Continuing Guitar:. 7:30 - 8:25PM / Free Dema Day APRIL 14, fi:30 - T:30PM~ Level 2 guitar lessons, are far those who have Oompleted beginning guitar lessons or for individuals who would like a refresher, Continuing guitar lessons are for those who have progressed through level 2 and want to continue to learn new theories, songs, and keep aquired skills fresh. Lessons are for ages 1[]+ and will he held at the MCC. Participants are required to bring their own guitar. Cost is $70.f1fl x$50.00 For MCC members3. City of Maplewood ~ April 20fl9 TwBALL AND SOFTBALL fvlaplewoad Parks and Recreation will be providing a wide variety of summer youth sports far girls and boys grades K-12. All information far T-Ball, Coach Pitch Baseball, and Softball can be found at our website at www.ci.maplewaod.mn.us in the Youth Sports section in Recreation Programs. ADOPT A PARfK FOR CLEAN UP SATURDAY, APRIL 18 Families, Adults, Groups, and Athletic Teams are invited to gather with your neighbors! Help pick up trash at the park yvu use the most. Call 651.249.2174 to reserve aclean-up kit including trash bags, plastic gl©ves, snack and beverage. Pick up your kit at the nature center on Friday, April 17 from 9.04 - 6,44PM. No kits will be available an Saturday. Kits are free of charge - sponsored by City of Maplewood Parks Commrssron. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 6:00 - $:OOPM Join photographer Ellen Wald to learn same tips and tricks of taking better nature photos. Meet at the Maplewood Nature Center and carpool to the Priory Preserve, just a short mile distant. You may enter your best shots for the Friends of Maplewood Nature 2414 Calendar if you choose. There will be $25,04 prizes and one 144..44 prize. Bring your own camera and tripod. Cast is 510.00 per person and you must preregister by calling 651249.2174. WILD GARDENS TALKING CUES FROIVI NATURE SATURDAY, APRIL 25,10:OOAM - 4:OOPM MAPLEWDOD NATURE CENTER, 2659 7TH 5T: E. Gain inspiration from informative presentations, and practical outdoor tours of the nature center's newly renovated campus. Cost is $24.40. Call 651.249.21 T4 to preregister by April 20. MAY DAY CELEBRATION! FRIDAY, MAY 1, 4:30 - 6:30PM MAPLEWQOD NATURE CENTER, 2fi59 7TH ST. E. From roof to raingardens -the nature center's new landscape celebrates water. Examine the infiltration planter, channels, and rainbarrels to see if they wilt work in your landscape. Enjoy music, the antics of costumed characters, cake and the ribbon cutting ceremony. Sign up for door prizes! Appetizers and beverage provided. Afree event far all ages. CaII 651.249.2170 for more information. BEST OF BALLROOIUI: FO]CTROT, SVYING, AND IVIAIIABCi SUNDAYS, ApRfL 19 -MAY 31, 7:00 - 8:OOPM Get the best of all worlds and learn ballroom, latin artd swing dancing in our fun and easy class. 1Ne'll cover the Foxtrot, Swing, antl Mambo. This is a great class for anyone wanting to learn a variety of dances. Class is held in the Maplewood Community Center Fitness Studio antl is far ages 16+. Casf #ar couples is 114,40 x$85.00 far MCC members} and cost for individuals is fi5.44 x$54.44 far MCC members). Call 651.249.2234 to register. POWERKICK CLASS TUESDAYS, MAY 5 -JUNE 16, 5:30 - fi:15PM ENO CLASS MAY 19} Joe Abboud, invites you to jab, hook and snap kick to a leaner toned hotly in thss riew improved Powert~ick class!!! PowerKick combines basic kickboxing techniques and boxing drills on snap pads. Great far all fitness enthusiasts! This class is choreographed to challenge both the mind and body and is an invigorating, stress-relieving workout. Encourage a "sparring" partner to register with you or participants will be partnered in class. Gloves required and sold at the MCC Sport Shop. Cost is $4$.40 ~$3fi.40 far MCC members}. Call 651.249.2234 to register. City of Maplewood ~ April 2009 Ciity vii 11Aaplevvavd 1834 County Road B Easf Maplewood, MIV 55149 Phone: 651.249.2000 www.ci, maplewoad.mn. us ECRW55*~ RE510ENTIAL CUSTOMER Upon request, this newsletter will be made available in an alternate format. PRSRT STD U. S. P45TAGF PAlD Permit#4993 St. Paul, MN Printed on reoycleable paper. Are Yau Gvmpvsting? Backyard composting is easy! A few inexpensive supplies are all you need to set up a compact pile in your awn backyard, t7r you could set up a backyard compact bin which provides a convenient place to get rid of weeds, leaves and other yard waste, as well as organic kitchen scraps. Composting is a process that allows organic materials such as yard waste or fruit and vegetable scraps to be broken down naturally and converked into a valuable soil additive. By setting up a home composting system, you can reduce the amount of trash your household sends to incinerators ar landfills while producing a fertiliser for house ar garden plants. Backyard Composting 1orkshops To learn more about the environmental benefiits of composting and haw you can easily reduce waste at home, attend one of the city's backyard composting workshops this spring, Curing these workshops Mature Center staff and Eureka Recycling, the city's waste reductfan partner, will help you successfully get started on backyard composting by offering tips for maintaining a healthy compost pile ar bin. After the workshop you can go home with your very own compost bin (The Earth Machine}. Workshops are offered at the Nature Center, 2559 East 7th Street, and the cost is $5.44. A bin can be purchased and picked-up at the workshop for $45.00 bins normally retai~i for $140}. May workshops: Monday, May 11, 7:44 to 8:34PM ar Saturday, May 23, 14:44 to 11:34AM June workshops: Saturday; June 20, 10:D0 to 11:30AM or Monday, June 23, 7 to 8:30PM More information can be found on the city's website at www.c.maplewood,mn.uslrecycling. Visit us at the Nlaptewood Flame Expo May 2nd, 12-4PM. We will present the BENEFITS ©~ t3uying Et SeLLing in today's market. Free give sways and prize drawings! i`ariha hlc~all 5chaf~er t~S1 i 3L~9-~~~~ Carrie Trask ~~ i~~~ ~ 3d1-~a33 5L'h'i%fr1"C; (lur C'rirnnaunrtt'' Earn CQ Rags r~vith $10~ Watch Y'vu~r Savings doom pen none-}'ear t~e~~'Fird Certificate of llefJC3fiit i~ith ont}• $1Q[} (~25 if c3u'rc un~lcr arc 18}, and add money to it as often as c3>Lt terist~. [7}~en }~cJrtr Reward CT) roctati ! NrCUA 1 LCN~[R F F CITY & C~CiNTY CREDIT ~VI(7N A Union ar ~.:.,.... Mernljership awned ar3d guided. 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County RoadCin Maplewood 5 StimulusFund 10 Preschool 11 Youth 12 Adult 13 ActiveAdult (55+) theMaplewood July4th Celebration whentheysee thisshow. 14 storycontinued on page4) Family DianaLongrie: Mayor 651.774.1490 diana.longrie@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us WillRossbach: Councilmember 651.779.0220 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us ErikHjelle: Councilmember 651.714.8588 erik.hjelle@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood CityHall Maplewood Meeting Schedule Maplewood Community Center Channel16andarerebroadcastonaschedulethatisposted at Maplewood Recreation theCity’swebsite. Maplewood NatureCenter Code Enforcement 4ISTPI SY ORS[GrowYourBusiness! 1ETPI[SSH 7IEWSRW RWMHI Maplewood Monthly ERH June2009CityNewsletter GetYourForksReady! 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Whateverbefalls theearth, befalls thechildrenoftheearth. Wearepartof theearth, andtheearthis partof us.” andto doour part. and66parcelsofpotentialnatural openspace werecarefully References: CarolMasonSherrill, EnvironmentalandNaturalResources 2009Environmental GoalsCommissionChair (JuneMaplewoodMonthly). Shann Finwall, Environmental Planner (JuneMaplewood Seasons). Wetlands AddValue toOurCommunity EditorialDisclaimer: Theviewsexpressed arethoseoftheauthorandmaynotnecessarilySometimesleadershipisplantingtreesunderwhoseshade you willnever sit.” (Gov. J.M. Granholm, Michigan) theCityofMaplewood. Muscle Pain? JJSVHEFPI 8VERWTSVXEXMSR SV ZIV]SRI Therapeutic Ultrasound RNS]E WEJI GSQJSVXEFPI VMHI MR E QMRM FYW XLEX MPP XEOI SY ER][LIVI MR 2SVXL 7X 4EYP 1ETPI[SSH ERH 3EOHEPI EVIW KIRIVEPP]YRHIV EPP 2)78 Cityof Maplewood 3 June2009 Ramsey County FairTasteofMaplewood storycontinued fromcover) dance sensation that fuses and tickets are $10.00. 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The assaults inPhalen the parks ordarkness is near. the purchaseprice. 34parks and14 openspacesites. TheMaplewood Police properties. 6CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewoodJune2009June2009June2009 OnthePoliceScannerTreePlantingRebatesOfferedFor2009 2 Robbery Case Can The $5Billion DollarStimulus Program Help You? 4IVJSVQERGI JSV E 0MJIXMQI 7YQQIV 8LIEXIV EQT VEHIW Wildcat Workshop EQT HEXIW YP] 0IEVR WSRKW ERH HERGIW JVSQ 7LS[HEXIW YP]ERH MWRI]vW MKL 7GLSSP 1YWMGEP YP]YK YRI EWLPERHTVSHYGXMSRW SVK 1005,3076,1238,3133][12][,,][Arial]]City ofMaplewoodCity By Carol MasonSherrill, Environmental & NaturalResource Commission Chair 2009 Environmental Goals which should takeplace theend ofJune. Resources was established in Prior tothat, the continue toaddress issues thataffectournatural resources. Cityof Maplewood 8 June 2009 Ditch theWorkout and JointheParty! TUESDAYS, JULY14 - AUGUST 25, 5:30 - 6:30PM SATURDAYS, JULY 11 - AUGUST 22, 9:30 - 10:30AM Maplewood Community Center... A Fitness Center Designed For Today’s Fast Moving Lifestyles OfferingMoreThanEverBefore. StairMasterStepMill- Step Up Your Workout! popular pieces in thecardio center. 0 initial fee on Nautilus Upright Bike annual memberships! OfferStarts June 1st. EndsJune 30th, 2009! Matrix Incline Ellipticals Voted BestFitnessCenter8Times! Ranked #6in The Minneapolis/St. PaulJournal’s “Top 25MetroAreaFintessCenters.” Nautilus Adjustable HipExtension and0-90 Utility BenchCalltoday! (651) 249-2230 BecauseIamanurseandworkvaryingshiftsIamnotable MaplewoodCommunityCenterthatIcansimplydropintothe classesthatareofferedeverydayoftheweekat varyinghours.” CherRafftery, MCCMember Cityof Maplewood 9 June 2009 New! MCC Kids ClubCamp More CampOptions! TUESDAY - THURSDAY, 9:00 - NOON SESSION1: JUNE23 - 25 SESSION2: JULY14 - 16 SESSION3: JULY28 - 30CampSESSION4: AUGUST11 - 13 Carver Community Gym EdgertonCommunityGym Nature In The Backyard Series The Power Of SATURDAY, JULY25: ANIMALS BIGAND SMALL Drawing For Kids SATURDAY, AUGUST8: HIDDENCREATURES Young Rembrandts Pre-School10:00 – 11:15AM Learn to Draw” Class (Ages3-5years) class isoffered atthe no class theweekof June29 10:00 - 10:45AMCentertochildren an adult. Joinus for theadults intheirlife and attention todetail. Ourweekly follow directions, hold and use apencil, andstay ontask. Classwill be held atthe Maplewood Call 651.249.2230 toregister. City ofMaplewood 10 June2009 SwimlessonregistrationgoingonNOW! ThePower OfDrawing For Kids RedCross Babysitting Class Young Rembrandts Elementary Class SATURDAY, JULY 18, 9:00AM - 3:30PM Ages6-12years) NO CLASSJUNE 29-JULY 4 1. THURSDAYS, JUNE 18 -AUGUST 13 2. SATURDAYS, JUNE20 - AUGUST1511:00-NOON 11and up. Call651.249.2230to register. Junior Volunteers classes arestructured andeducational, children learnbest THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 6:30 - 8:00PM (informational mtg) TUESDAYS, JUNE 16 - JULY 21, 9:30 - 11:15AM Call 651.249.2230 toregister. Guitar Lessons 3rd Lair SkatePark Camp SESSION1: JUNE22 - 26, 8:15AM - 3:00PM SESSION 2: TUESDAYS, JUNE23 - JULY 28 BeginningGuitarLessons needed for Level 2 Registration deadline isone weekbefore camp. Cost is $180.00which includes transportation aquired skills fresh. Lessons areforages10+ andwillbeheldattheMCC. Participantsarerequiredtobring theirownguitar. Costis $70.00 60.00ForMCCmembers). Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 11 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Joorcooking classes startinJuly! www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/index.asp?nid=642 Maplewood Nature CenterPrograms! Summer Table Tennis Tournament CompostingWorkshops SATURDAY, JUNE20, 10:00 - 11:30AM Summer Table Tennis League JUNE 20 - AUGUST 22 Tree Disease Workshop (FREE) to playeachotherfor theweek Adult Dance Project LearningTreeSUNDAYS, JUNE 21 - AUGUST 2 FRIDAY, JULY 24, 9:00 - 3:30PM ASeminar For: Earlychildhoodeducators, Kindergarten and Grade 1teachers, Scout leaders, Head Startteachers, Call651.249.2230to register. naturalists, andenvironmentaleducators. LINEDANCE 5:00 - 6:00PM SOCIAL BALLROOM SAMPLER CLASS LivingOn TheWater’sEdge (FREE) T’ai C’hi Ch’uan Co-sponsoredbyRamsey WashingtonWatershed District 1. Peer IntoThePond: WEDNESDAYS, JULY15 - SATURDAY, JUNE13, 1:00 - 2:30PM 2. TamarackSwampNatureHike THURSDAY, JULY 16, 6:30 - 8:30PM WEDNESDAY, JULY22, 6:30 - 8:30PM MaplewoodCommunity Center: 651-249-2230 12 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com FREE Seminars For SeniorsWalkingClub MONDAYS 10:30 - 11:30AMMONDAY - FRIDAY, 10:00AM - 1:00PM, ONGOING TheMaplewood Pickleball Call 651.249.2230 toregister. JUNE 15 is playedby 2or4people ona LIFEWRITE WITHLAURAROSEPARADISEpaddleracquetsandaplastic, polybaseball with holes. Call Monday Cards & Soup MONDAYS, 11:30AM - 1:30PMONGOING MID-DAYMEMBERSHIPS 651.249.2230www.OdysseyResorts.com 13MaplewoodCommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.comMaplewoodCommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 MaplewoodNatureCenter Events Live AnimalsPeerIntoThePond SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2:00 - 3:00PM (FREE!) SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 1:00 – 2:30PM (FREE!) tohelpprotect wetlands and water quality. Batty About Bats! Turtle Tales Takea hiketolookforturtles, touch and lookforbatsand listenfor theirclicks andchirps withour electronic All events listedhere takeplace attheMaplewoodNature Wild Animals Puppet Show Maplewood Community Center Magic Class Fantastic Fish secrets whichwillastoundyour Co-sponsored byFriendsofMaplewoodNature FRIDAY, JULY 10, 8:30 - 10:00PM CPR/AEDandInfantFirstAidClass SATURDAY, JULY11, 10:00AM - 5:00PM people how to respondin Wilderness Wisdom This classmeetsstateCPR & FirstSATURDAY, JULY11, 9:30 – 11:00AM Aid requirements. Costis $80.00 Call 651.249.2230to register. Findout whichberries aresafeto eat. Cost is $4.00/child. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 14 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com CityofMaplewood PRSRT STD1830CountyRoadBEast U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit #4903 St. Paul, MN ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Printedon recycledpaper. A 550 Pound Success From TheWinter Challenge At The Maplewood CommunityCenter Join Us This June For A FREE Seminar! First-TimeHomeBuyers Howtotake advantageofthe $8,000TaxCreditwhile it lasts! SellingTipsforSeniors Readyfor care-free living? Step bystepguideto make it yourbestmove yet. CarinaMcCall Schafer Carrie Trokske 651) 308-6898(651) 341-6633 Maplewood Monthly July 2009CityNewsletter FilingforCandidacy forMayororCityCouncilMember Eligibleindividuals desiringto become a candidateSaveTheDate Taste ofMaplewood FamilyMovieNight CollegeFair HealthFair & MCC VisitorOpenHouse 2 3 CouncilCorner 5 9 Community Center 10 11 12 Adult 13 14 Family 15 CommissionVacancy DianaLongrie: Mayor 651.774.1490 diana.longrie@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us WillRossbach: Councilmember 651.779.0220 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us ErikHjelle: Councilmember 651.714.8588 erik.hjelle@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood CityHall Maplewood Meeting Schedule Maplewood Community Center AllCityCouncilandCommissionmeetingsarebroadcast liveon Maplewood Recreation Maplewood NatureCenter Code Enforcement GrowYourBusiness! Maplewood MonthlyJuly2009CityNewsletter MunicipalElection- September15, 2009FilingforCandidacyforMayororCityCouncilMember Eligibleindividuals desiring to becomea candidateSaveTheDate Taste of Maplewood Family Movie Night College Fair Health Fair & MCCVisitorOpenHouse BringYourNeighborsTogetherWith NationalNightOutTuesday, August4th 2 3Council Corner 5 9Community Center 10 Thank youtothe11 12Adult 13 advertiserswhosupport thispublication! 14Family 15Commission Vacancy one! WeHaveTheTools & ExperienceNeeded ForAJobWellD 651) 777-0111 or (612) 750-4500 www.andrusbuilt.com ANDRUS HOMESMNLicense #20081470 WILicense #898705 Cityof Maplewood 1 July 2009 NewMaplewood Police In-Squad VideoInternationalCityManager Association (ICMA) Recognizes City Manager James Antonen with Longevity Award system andinstalled itina squad About ICMA RestoringBalanceAnd OverallHealth NeedAdjusting? Increase YourRange OfMotion. 651) 770-8091 www.maplewoodwhitebearchiro.com Cityof Maplewood 2 July 2009 ByJohn Nephew, Councilmember TheCouncilCornerisaspacethatisrotatedmonthlybetween theMayorandCouncilmembers. Voter Registration Fundraising Election Days Identifying Likely Voters Participate! Theviewsexpressed arethoseoftheauthor andEditorialDisclaimer: theCityofMaplewood. 3CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewoodJuly2009July2009July2009 Don’t MissThe July4th Celebration! FREE ADMISSION SATURDAY, JULY4, 4:30 - DUSK ADMISSIONFREE www.maplewood. cmarket.comBidding begins August 7, 2009 at 8:00AM andcloses August 14, 2009 at7:00AM. Flotation Fridays www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/ FRIDAYS, JULY31, AUGUST28, 5:00 - 8:00PM taste Other Flotation Days WEDNESDAY, JULY8, AUGUST 5, 1:00 - 4:00PM Angus Meats, Baker’sSquare, Countryside Travel, Imagewerks, Lutheran Church ofPeacePreschool, Maplewood Dental, Premier Bank, Presentation ofMary, Redeeming LoveChurch, SaintsNorth, Walker atHazelridge, DaysInn, MogrenDevelopmentCompany, Sprint 4CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewoodJuly2009July2009July2009 Joy Park Update ByGinny Gaynor, Natural ResourceCoordinator Boat Launch ParkingLot Stormwater ManagementLakeLinksTrail Wetland Mitigation 4IVJSVQERGI JSV E 0MJIXMQI Savanna and Woodland Restoration YP]ERH YP]YK Shoreline Restoration W XMGOIXW KS SR WEPI SY GER YWI SYV GSRZIRMIRX SR PMRI XMGOIXMRK XS TYVGLEWI SYV XMGOIXW EWLPERHTVSHYGXMSRWSVK1005,3072,1238,3129][12][,,][Arial]]5 City ofMaplewoodCity Should Ibetreating my ash? What To Do AboutEmerald Ash Borer? Council HighlightsAgrilus planipennis Fairnaireis an What can Ido ifIsuspect Ihave foundEAB? Whatare the Warning signs? HowdoesitSpread? Cityof Maplewood 6 July2009 Follow The Signs Warning! breedinggroundformosquitoes w*))0 8,)6)2')xBOOKYOURRELAXATIONVACATIONTODAY. ENJOYAMASSAGEATTHEMCC WITH 5. OFF! 00 Mustpresent coupon toreceive discount. Expires 7/31/09. Call 651.249.2230 today. Cityof Maplewood 7 July 2009 MaplewoodPolice CivilServiceCommission New Police Leadership to announce several OnThePoliceScanner callsforservice: DeputyChiefDaveKvam Lieutenant Dick Doblar Lieutenant Kerry Crotty Sergeant Michael Dugas Cityof Maplewood 8 July 2009 Intermediate Mat Pilates WEDNESDAYS, JULY15 - AUGUST26, 5:20 - 6:20PM THURSDAYS, JULY 16 - AUGUST 27, 9:15 - 10:15AM Ditch theWorkout and JointheParty! TUESDAYS, JULY14 - AUGUST 25, 5:30 - 6:30PM THURSDAYS, JULY 9 - AUGUST 27, 5:30 - 6:30PM SATURDAYS, JULY 11 - AUGUST 22, 9:30 - 10:30AM CPR/AEDandFirstAidClasses CHILDCPR/AED ANDINFANTCPRWITHFIRST AID SATURDAY, SATURDAY, JULY11, 10:00AM - 5:00PM COMMUNITY CPR: SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 10:00AM - 5:00PM Offering MoreHealthy Snack Options PROTEIN SHAKE LUNA BARS PROTEINBARS BAKED CHIPS CARROT DIPPERS APPLE DIPPERS Finishyour workoutoff right! 651) 249-2230 Snackbar Hours M-F 5:30AM - 7:30PM Sat. 6:00AM - 5:30PM Sun. 9:00AM - 5:30PM Move Better! Look Better! Feel Better! New & Improved Classes! LetourPersonal Trainers helpyouOFFERINGOVER500achieveREDCROSSSWIMCLASSESBuy2One-HourSessionsandReceiveFORCHILDRENANDADULTS1FREESESSION! 2One-HourSessions $150ProvidingAPOSITIVESWIMEXPERIENCEMCCMemberRate $100WITHRESULTSinthepool. RegisterToday! (651) 249-2230 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com 651-249-2230 Cityof Maplewood 9 July 2009 Preschoolers: Don’tMissSummer Camp Fun atthe MCC. Preschool Programs Beginning Tumbling SESSION ONE: FRIDAYS, JULY10 - AUGUST 14, 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES 2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES4 - 6) SESSIONTWO: SATURDAYS, JULY 11 - AUGUST 15, 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES 2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES4 - 6) NEW! Preschool Gymboree Summer Fun TUESDAYS, JULY 21 - AUGUST 18, 6:30 - 8:30PM Jump castle included inadmission price! Gym and Swim MONDAYS, JULY 13 - AUGUST 17, 5:30 - 6:30PM Tots inMotion TUESDAYS, JULY 14 - AUGUST 18, 5:15 - 6:00PM Child Care Provide a stimulatingenvironment for yourchild whileyou enjoyall thattheMCChas to offer! Preschool SportsSpectacular Signupfor a JuniorChildCareMembership & WEDNESDAYS, JULY 15 - AUGUST 19, 5:30 - 6:15PM receive monthly childcare aswellasgreat discountson youthprograms & swimlessons! www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com City ofMaplewood 10 July2009 MCCSoftball Clinic THURSDAYS, JULY 30 - SEPTEMBER 10 (no classAug 13) SATURDAY, AUGUST29, 10:00 - 11:30AM K-2ndGrade: 5:30 – 6:25PM ATTHE MAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER 3rd - 5th Grade: 6:30 – 7:25PM 6th - 8thGrade: 7:30 – 8:25PM Call 651.249.2230 toregister. Martial Arts MCCSoccerClinic Unleash YourChild’sPotentialWithThe WEDNESDAYS, JULY 22 - AUGUST26 PowerOfMartialArts! K-1stGrade: 5:30 - 6:30PM 2nd - 3rdGrade: 6:30 - 7:30PM 4th - 5th Grade: 7:30 - 8:30 PM Register for3months and receive $5off eachmonth. Lil’ DragonsProgram MONDAYS, 5:15 - 6:00PM - AGES 4TO6 KidsBeginnerKarate MONDAYS, 6:15 - 7:00PM - AGES 7 TO12 TeenToAdult Call651.249.2230to register. MONDAYS, 7:15 - 8:00PM AGES13TOADULTTennisLessons Testimonial: www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 11 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Meet: KRISTEN ROLFZEN Maplewood Nature CenterPrograms! KarateCore Instructor Project LearningTree FRIDAY, JULY 24, 9:00 - 3:30PM ASeminar For: Earlychildhoodeducators, Kindergarten and Grade 1teachers, Scout leaders, Head Startteachers, naturalists, and environmentaleducators. Learnhands-on environmental educationaleducation activities you cando with veryyoung children. KarateCore MONDAYS, JULY 20 - AUGUST 24, 10:30 - 11:30AM Tamarack Swamp Nature Hike FREE) PowerKick THURSDAY, JULY 16, 6:30 -8:30PMSATURDAYS, JULY 18 - AUGUST 22, 5:30 - 6:15PM Co-sponsoredbyRamsey WashingtonWatershed District WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 6:30 -8:30PM Co-sponsoredbyRamsey WashingtonWatershed District MCCGolfLeague WEDNESDAYS, AUGUST 5 - SEPTEMBER 23, 5:00PM MaplewoodCommunity Center: 651-249-2230 12 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Walking Club FREE Seminars For Seniors MONDAY - FRIDAY, 10:00AM - 1:00PM, ONGOING LIFEWRITE WITHLAURAROSEPARADISE MONDAY, JULY 27 & AUGUST 24, 10:30 -11:30AM Pickleball MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY, 7:00 - 9:00AMONGOING Monday Cards & Soup MONDAYS, 11:30AM - 1:30PMONGOING Souplunchincludesabowlofsoupoftheday, crackersandabeverage. ApplyForYour Passport! MID-DAYMEMBERSHIPS 651.249.2230 Home Health Care Services. JJSVHEFPI 8VERWTSVXEXMSR Anytime, Anyplace…Wecan help SV ZIV]SRI Caregivers fromcompanions toskilledmedical care Localownerwho willpersonally follow-uponyoursatisfaction RNS]E WEJI GSQJSVXEFPI VMHI MR E QMRM FYWCaregiversareavailable24hoursaday, 7daysa week XLEX MPP XEOI SY ER][LIVI MR 2SVXL651-770-8427 7X 4EYP 1ETPI[SSH ERH 3EOHEPI Nursingserviceinthecomfortofyourownhome, anytime, anyplace! EVIW KIRIVEPP]YRHIV www.brightstarhealthcare.com/stpaul EPP 2)78 Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 13 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com MaplewoodNatureCenter Events Super Spiders Co-sponsored byFriendsofMaplewoodNature TUESDAY, AUGUST11, 10:00 – 11:30AM FRIDAY, JULY 10, 8:30 - 10:00PM Wilderness Wisdom SATURDAY, AUGUST22, 1:00 – 3:00PMSATURDAY, JULY11, 9:30 – 11:00AM All events listedhere takeplace attheMaplewoodNature Center andNeighborhood Preserves (2659 East7thStreet). Live Animals Call 651.249.2170 to registerfor freeprograms. For freebasedSATURDAY, JULY 18, 2:00 - 3:00PM (FREE!) programs, please senda check tothe naturecenter. SSOMRK MXL SSV Batty About Bats! THURSDAY, JULY30, 7:30 - 9:30PM Fun & affordable cooking classes available intheMaplewood Community Center Kitchen! Intro toMexican - July 7 Intro toPasta - July 8 ChineseTake-In - August 25 SATURDAY, AUGUST1, 10:00 – 11:30AM EPP XS VIKMWXIV RS[ VEXMSR JII Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 14 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com CityofMaplewood PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit #4903 St. Paul, MN ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER One Vacancy On The Housing And Redevelopment Authority deadlinefor applications is July24, 2009 Ifyou’vebeen thinking ofselling yourhome, is the time! Mentionyousawus intheNOW and we’ll giveyouaMaplewoodMonthly andFREEconsultation$500OFF your selling fee! CarinaMcCall Schafer Carrie TrokskeServingMaplewoodfamilies 651) 308-6898(651) 341-6633forthepast17years! Maplewood Monthly August 2009 City Newsletter Now IsThe TimeToLearn ToSwim! The Maplewood Community Centeris offering BIGSPLASH SAVINGS. Simply visitoneof thefollowing localbusinesses listed belowto receive aBIG SPLASH coupon forupto 18.00OFFafallswim lessonregistration. Thisoffer isvalid August 1throughSeptember 11, 2009. Canyou believe it? Ahighly rated swimlesson program foronly 50.00? Thatislessthan $7.00foreach class- the bestprice aroundfor swimlessons! Youmust presentthecoupon attimeof registration toreceive theBIGSPLASHSAVINGS. TheMaplewood Community Center offersover500Red CrossSwimLessons forallages. The zero-depth entryleisure pool iskept atacomfortable 87degrees whichcreates a warmenvironment for yourfamily’sswim lessons. Afterthelessons, don’tforget toenjoythe120-foottwirling waterslide andspraying fountains. Also, thelast Friday ofthemonth (exceptforOctober) theaquaticcenteris you’veever laideyeson. (See page14for lesson dates & times) Where To Pick Up Your BIGSPLASH SAVINGS Coupon: Call 651.249.2230for more thrilling details. 2 CityNews Visitthe11SpecialEventswww.maplewood.cmarket.com NewtotheTaste of Maplewood & Friends thisyearisthe online auction! Bidding willbegin at8:00AM on August 7thand will12MCC conclude August14th at7:00AM. back tothe community’slocal Youth ScholarshipFund while enjoyinga13AquaticProgramsfantasticpurchasefromawidevarietyofauctionitems. There is somethingforeveryone: Group Of 31Tickets tothe Monday Night17PreschoolProgramsVikingsvs. Green BayPackers Game, Autographed JustinMorneau Bat, Relaxing 19 YouthPrograms 21 Adult/ ActiveAdult (55+) withVouchers, SaintsNorth PartyPackage, LuauBirthday Bash attheMaplewood Community for30 FriendsAnywhere In TheTwinCities, Personal Tax Preparation, Sylvan LearningGift23RacquetSports & CPR 24 HolidayLose2Win opportunity to bid. Takealook at allthe items todayatwww.maplewood.cmarket.com Call651.249.2124for moreinformation or todonate your itemtoday. (SeetheTaste EventGuide inside formore details) 25 FitnessPrograms DianaLongrie: Mayor 651.774.1490 diana.longrie@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us WillRossbach: Councilmember 651.779.0220 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us ErikHjelle: Councilmember 651.714.8588 erik.hjelle@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood Meeting Schedule CityCouncil: Monday, August10 & 21 at6:30PMMaplewoodCityHall GeneralInformation 651.249.2000 Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Saturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM Environmental & NaturalResourceCommission: Monday, August17at7:00PM Maplewood Community Center Registration 651.249.2230 CitizenForum: Saturday, August1at10:00AM CustomerService 651.249.2230 Admissions 651.249.2210 Theater/BanquetRoomInformation 651.249.2103 PlanningCommission: Tuesday, August4 & 18at7:00PM Group Information 651.249.2203 HistoricalPreservation Committee: Thursday, August20at7:00PMBirthdayPartyInformation651.249.2203 Aquatics 651.249.2206 AllCityCouncilandCommissionmeetingsarebroadcastliveonChannel16 andarerebroadcastonaschedulethatispostedatwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us. ChildCare 651.249.2218 Anymeetingcancellations areposted ontheCity’swebsite. Fitness 651.249.2207 Maplewood Recreation GeneralInformation 651.249.2124 Maplewood NatureCenter GeneralInformation 651.249.2170 Code Enforcement Online: Gotowww.ci.maplewood.mn.usand clickon “ReportA Violation” ontheright-hand sideof thehomepage. one! WeHaveTheTools & ExperienceNeeded ForAJobWellD 651) 777-0111 or (612) 750-4500 www.andrusbuilt.com ANDRUS HOMESMNLicense #20081470 WILicense #898705 Cityof Maplewood 1 August2009 ProgramRegistrationOptions Registerformostclassesonlinetodayat www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.comor: Visit Us: ByPhone: AtMCC Customer Service MCC/P&R Programs Monday: 9:00AM - 7:00PM Tuesday - Friday: 9:00PM - 5:00PM NatureCenterPrograms Saturday: 9:00AM - 12:00PM 651.249.2170 Forfree programsonly) Toregister fornaturecenterprograms, mailordrop offcheck toMaplewood NatureCenter, 2659E. 7thSt. Call 651.249.2170toregister forfreeprograms. Advertisewithus Makeastatementinyourcommunity. Inside: Maplewood Community Center & Recreation Programs Maplewood MonthlyReachover18,200homes, businesses, andAugust2009CityNewsletter SurfInWithSavingsNowIsTheTimeToLearnToSwim! TheMaplewood Community Center is offering BIG SPLASH SAVINGS. Simply visit one of the following local businesses listed below toreceive a BIG SPLASH coupon for up to18.00 OFF a fall swim lesson registration. This offer is valid August1 through September 11, 2009. Can you believe it? Ahighly rated swim lesson programfor only Newsletter. Yourtargetmarket! Theentire 50.00? Thatis less than $7.00 for each class-the best price aroundfor swim lessons! You must present the coupon at time of registrationto receive the BIG SPLASH SAVINGS. TheMaplewood Community Center offers over 500 Red Cross Swim Lessons forall ages. The zero-depth entryleisure pool is kept at acomfortable 87 degrees which createsa warm environmentfor your family’s swim lessons. After the lessons, don’t forget to enjoy the 120-foot twirling water slide and spraying fountains. Also, everylast Friday of the month (except for October) the aquatic center newsletter isfeatured onthecitywebsite. Where To Pick Up Your BIG SPLASH SAVINGS Coupon Maplewood City County CreditUnion, Maplewood Kindercare, Maplewood TGIFridays, MaplewoodEventGuideInside! Baker’s Square, Gulden’s Restaurant in Maplewood, Perkins offNorth St. Paul Road, Playschool Formoreinformation, contactHeidi Careyat 2CityNews PlaceYourBidAndSwoopUpABargain11VisittheSpecialEventswww.maplewood.cmarket.com 12 Bidding will begin at 8:00AM on August 7th and willMCCconcludeAugust14that7:00AM. 651.249.2021orheidi.carey@ci.maplewood.mn.us. backto the community’s local Youth Scholarship Fund while enjoying a13AquaticProgramsfantasticpurchasefromawidevarietyofauctionitems. Thereis somethingforeveryone: 31 Group Tickets to the Monday Night Vikings17PreschoolProgramsvs. Green Bay Packers Game 19YouthPrograms Thankyoutotheadvertiserswhosupport 21 Adult/ Active Adult (55+) Vouchers, SaintsNorth PartyPackage, Luau Birthday Bash at the Maplewood Community DidYour Know That TheMaplewood Community23RacquetSports & CPR Allen, Minnesota Twins Tickets (rightbehind home plate), And Much More! Don’t miss your24HolidayLose2Winopportunitytobid. Takea look at allthe items todayat www.maplewood.cmarket.com thispublication! inside for more details) 25FitnessPrograms Center OffersHomeschool Programs? FallSessions StartingWednesdays, MidSeptember1:00 - 3:00PM Thank YouKlineVolvoofMaplewood AMaplewood CommunityCentermembershipisnotrequiredtoparticipate. Call651.249.2230Maplewoodfortheirgenerosityinloaningtwooftheircarsforuse toregisterorformoreinformation. AnEvening WithBillyMcLaughlinAndGuests 2CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewoodAugust2009 August2009August2009 Occasionally, citizens looktothe mayororthe council toaddress city employeematters. Occasionally, citizens mayhearindividuals accuse Greetings! Asa child, summer wasa favoritetime ofyear forme. certaincouncil members orthemayor ofterminating pastMaplewood However, by thetime August rolled around, my thoughts turnedto cityemployees. However, more and more ofourcitizens arecoming torealize thatasa resultofMaplewoodbeingaplanB city, organized busy planning nextyear’scitybudget.underMNStat. §412.611, thatall citystaffemployment questionsthey mayhaveshould bedirected tothe CityManager – the person with CITY BUDGET PLANNING FOR2010 thereal authority toevaluate staff, terminate cityworkers or manage OnJune22, 2009theCity Council tooktheleadbypassing amotion the day-to-dayaffairs ofthe City. tofreeze the cost-of-living increase scheduledforthe 2010council PUTTING THEPUBLIC BACKINTO ‘PUBLIC’ POLICYsalariesbyunanimousvote. Theactionitemwasplaced onthe agenda byCouncil memberHjelle. Theannual pay for theposition of AsI understandit, Maplewood wasoriginallyorganized usingthe city mayor is approximately $12,300while councilmembers receivean managerchain ofcommand modelbackin the late50’stoprovide annual salaryofapproximately $10,800. Incomparison, theCity forthe daytodaymanagementofthe city by acitymanager similar Manager earns $130,600 and theAssistant CityManager earns toaCEO while the parttimecouncil met twice amonth toratify the 120,536. AlsoontheJune22 agenda wasCouncil memberHjelle’s expenditures, address developmentmatters, create public policyand proposal that eachcouncil member takea 50% pay cut. Although approve an annualbudget. councilmembersweren’t onboard withCouncil member Hjelle’s proposed50% cut totheirminimalsalary, all indicatedtheywere open Today, however, Maplewood ismuchmorethan the homeof to a paycut paralleling whatcityemployees may haveto sufferin familytruck farmsanda fewnewsubdivisions. Thecomplexity of contract negotiations this summer. ourcommunity has becomemore diverseand multi-faceted. More citizenand council involvement insetting thepolicy and direction of OnJuly 6, 2009, aworkshopwas held wherethe CityCouncilmet Maplewood’sfuture is called for. The struggle I seeourCitywrestling with CityManager JimAntonen aboutpossible adjustments toour withis determiningthe degreetowhich citizens canbe, andshould be, involvedwhenthe council creates public policy ordetermines City the projected2010shortfall ofapproximately $375,000. One option wantanddeserve greater access tomuch-neededinformation sothey includeda taxlevy toreclaim thehomestead credit alreadygiven to can make informed, balanced decisions; participate inthe community homeowners. Otheroptions included reducing programexpenditures; mandatory employee furloughs; anddeferring costofliving increases. balanceddecisions onbehalf ofour community. Publicinvolvement in creating public policyis critical. MAPLEWOOD – PLAN B CITY WETLAND ORDINANCEMaplewoodisoneofapproximately13citiesintheStateofMinnesota thatisorganizedunder MNStat. § 412.611Council-Manager Plan. Under this plan, the council primarily determines ordinances, matters wantaplace atthetable”, isthe amendingof Maplewood’swetland of policyandvotes onthe City’sspending andannualproperty tax ordinance. Our Council overthe pastseveralmonths have had levy. The statute clearly states “thecity manager shallbetheheadof numerous workshops and meetingsto discussproposed changes to the administrative branchof thegovernment andshallberesponsible thecurrent wetland ordinancethatwas originally adopted in1996. to thecouncil forthe properadministrationof allaffairsrelatingto Citizeninvolvement hasbeeninstrumental in ourunderstandingofthe the city.” Recently, Iattended aconference sponsored bythe issuescreatedbythe proposedchanges andthe impact onproperty Minnesota Associationof CityAttorneys incooperation withthe owners. LeagueofMinnesota Cities. Atthatconference, they provided information to attendees thatit isthe CityManager’spurview to Presently, if aproperty ownerhas awetlandon theirproperty andthey havequestionsabout whatsetbacktocomply withor whatbufferwidth negotiation. Simply put, Maplewood’soverall administration of isrequired, theymust turntoMaplewood’scurrent wetland ordinance day-to-dayoperations isbased ona ‘chain ofcommand’ modelwhere - theMaplewood citymanager isin charge. regulations issettingthe requirements forthe widthofvegetative Cityof Maplewood 3 August 2009 buffersonthelandsurrounding wetlands andstreams. These buffers Atthetimethis article wassubmitted, onlya partial tallyofthe help wetlandsmaintaintheirhealth and ecological valueor function. completed surveys wasavailable. However, with thatsaid, the survey results asof July1, 2009 are asfollows: Question TotalResponses % Yes %No % UnsureconcernsvoicedbycitizensattheApril13, 2009citycouncil meeting. Please see thefullon-lineversion ofthisarticle onthe citywebsite ProtectPreserves 74 83 13 4 togetadetailedlist ofthoseconcerns andthenewproposed Maple-CodeEnforcement 65 72.3 12.3 15.4 wood buffer requirements.Jobs 74 81.9 6.9 11.2 Taxes 74 52.8 29.2 18 This ordinance change mayparticularly affect youifyou livenext toa OneTrash Collector 65 16.9 69.2 13.9 Improve Bus Service 9 44.4 33.4 22.2 the June1, 2009 workshop. CallCityHall: 651.249.2002. Order the AdequatePoliceCoverage 9 78 11 11 AsanFYI, thequestions pertaining toimprovingbusservice/stops INFORMAL CITIZENSURVEY andpolice patrolling evolvedlater inthe survey process asaresult of Tobetter understand theneeds anddirection desired by Maplewood - citizens, takingtimeto speakwiththem isessential! In addition to cant enough to garnerseeking publiccomment. speaking withcitizensat themonthly Citizens’ Forum, I have been presenting an informalsurvey tocitizensthroughout Maplewood as Ihopeyouhave found thismonth’sCouncilCorner informative. My partof a 2009 citizen outreach initiative. This initiative is toclarify nextopportunity towrite in the MaplewoodMonthly isthe endofthe what Maplewoodissuesshouldbe onthe Council’spriority “to-do” year. Thisispursuant tothe directiveofthe current council majority list. If Imissed youand youwould liketo participate, please clip out (including Council members Rossbachand Juenemann) toeliminate themonthlyMayor’scolumn andlimit theextentto whichcouncil 1321 FrostAvenue E., SuiteA, Maplewood, MN55109.membersmay write inour Maplewood Monthlytocommunicatewith all citizensofourcommunity. The questionsaresimpleandstraighttothe point. Yes No Asalways, Iwelcomeyourcomments andsuggestions onall permanently protect ourCity’sNeighborhood Preserves from future matters. Oneandall areinvited toattendthe monthlyCitizen’s commercial or residentialdevelopment. Yes No Unsure - CodeEnforcement should bea Hallin theMaplewood Room from10:00 a.m. tonoon orcall meat City priority.651.214.0859oremail to mayorlongrie@yahoo.com. Yes No Unsure - Ibelievewe shoulddomore to encouragegrowth ofgood-paying jobsand businessesin EditorialDisclaimer: Theviewsexpressed arethoseoftheauthor andMaplewood. Yes No Unsure - Property taxes areabigissue ofMaplewood. forme. IwishtheCity would: ________________________________ Offering MoreHealthy Snack OptionsYesNoUnsure - Ithinkthe Cityshould mandate one designatedresidential trashcollector. PROTEIN SHAKE LUNA BARSYesNoPROTEINBARSBAKEDCHIPSmetrobusservicetoMaplewoodandimprovingbusstopsshouldbeaCARROTDIPPERSANDMORECitypriority. Finishyour workoutoff right! Yes No Unsure - There isadequate police 651) 249-2230patrollingofourneighborhood. Needadditional information orcomments? _____________________ Snackbar Hours M-F 5:30AM - 7:30PM Sat. 6:00AM - 5:30PM Sun. 9:00AM - 5:30PM Cityof Maplewood 4 August2009 When Missions Intersect By JeanHartman, St. Paul’sMonastery & MichaelThompson, CityEngineer numerous sub-contractors, the watershed district, avariety ofCitydepartments, commissions, andconcerned neighbors, andit couldhavebeena recipe fordisaster. Instead, themissions permeated everyone’s work resultingin acampusthatfeatures a newspiritualhomefortheSisters ofSt. Benedictof St. Paul’sMonastery, 48 affordable familytownhomesand40 futureapartmentsfor seniors throughCommonBond, anda newlocation forTubman thatserves victims ofdomestic violence. The campusisabout mothers, children, family andseniors; andtrust. EveryMonday, foralmostayear, representatives of theabovegroupswould meetto discussthe workof the lastweekandtheplansforthe upcoming week. Problems were win-winsolutions forall partiesinvolved. An update ofconstruction activities was posted onwebsites, sent outtoaneighborhoodadvisory committeeandshared witheveryone impactedby theconstruction process. Theprocess culminated inaGrandOpening eventon thecornerof Century and Celebratingthe dedicationof PeacePole onthecampus arefrom LarpenteurAvenuesonTuesday, June 23. Theevent featured tours, and the Alliance; SisterLucia Schwickerath OSB, prioress, St. Paul’sMonastery; dedication of acampus PeacePole. Theproject, accomplished withoutgovernment Paul Fate, president, CommonBond Communities; SistersMargaret subsidy, enhances theCity ofMaplewood, making itan evenstronger community. Volunteers PlantDemonstration Gardens planted a patiodemonstration gardenatthe site withperennial ByDr. JulieBinko, Resident compost bin willbeapaper and vegetable matter compost demonstration. Ramsey Countyis drawingup plansfora rain garden for thesite andvolunteers hopetoplantthe raingarden in July. Allinstallationswilleventually be labeled toeducatepeople on bestpractices in gardening. Ramsey Countyisinterested in workingwiththevolunteersand theCity ofMaplewood tooffer gardenrentalplots atthe Extensionsitein 2010. Inaddition, Citystaff andParks and RecreationCommissioners are reviewingpossible city-owned sites foracommunity garden. Avolunteer group working oncommunity gardenshascompleted TheCity ofMaplewood andthe Ramsey County MasterGarden- ershave beengreat insending volunteers and helping coordinate wood, Ramsey County, Ramsey CountyMaster Gardeners, and others onthisproject. andthe Cityhasprovided soiland mulch. Thank youeveryone for allyour assistance. Stopbythe Barnandtake alookatthe future Volunteersinstalledtworaised-bed gardens, a thrivingzucchini beans, peas, zucchini, corn and okrapop up. The groupalso for moreinformation. City ofMaplewood 5 August 2009 LearnTo MakeDirt, NotWasteBy Composting Reduceyour trash—and your trashbill—andcreate your ownnatural lawn andgarden fertilizer! TheMuscular Dystrophy AssociationCompostingisanaturallySATURDAY, AUGUST 1 & 2, 10:00AM - 6:00PMoccurringprocessthatconvertsatthreeMaplewoodlocations: organic materialslike foodscraps and yardwasteinto anutrient-rich soil amendment. Bysetting upa home compostingsystem, you can reduce theamount oftrash yourhousehold sendsto conjunctionwith the Maplewood FireFighterswill beproducingarich, safe soil the Boot” event August 1st and *MPP 8LIandvegetablegardens 338orhouseplants. local services for theTwin Cities Chapter ofthe Muscular lessbecause they biodegrade. However, mostpeople aresurprisedto Fill theBoot” is a50-yearpowerfulcontributorstogreenhousegasemissions. Inthe anaerobic tradition thatbegan inBoston in ane, apowerful greenhouse gaswhichhas23-71timesgreater heat approached bya friendwhosechildwasdiagnosed withmusculartrappingcapabilitiesthancarbondioxide. neighborhood thatyear andcollected over $5,000. SincethatThereisanalternativetowastingourfoodscraps—tomakedirt, not humblebeginning, theInternational Association ofFireFighterswaste. Composting yourmaterialsat homein yourbackyard, right at thesource, directlyreducesgreenhouse gasemissions associated members ofthe InternationalAssociation ofFireFighters fromclippings, youalso produceanutrient-richamendment thatis needed across the UnitedStates haveraised over $300million tosupporttomaintainhealthyandproductivesoil. TohelpYOU startcomposting, thecity isofferingthe “Earth Machine” compost binsforthe reducedprice of $45.00 (normallyretailing at 100). Inaddition, the MaplewoodNatureCenterwillbeoffering two compostworkshops: HOW TOCOMPOST; TREATFALL LEAVES ASARESOURCE MONDAY, AUGUST 11ORTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 7:00 - 8:00PM Leaves areawonderful resource! Putthemto work inyour compost bin. Learnsome tips andstrategies aboutcomposting. Thisclass isbestforadults andyouth8andolder. Costis $5.00 fortheclass, 45.00 forthebin, $50.00 forboth. Youdonot needto taketheclass togeta bin. Visitthecitywebsitefor registrationforms, or justsend yourcheck toMaplewood Nature Center, 2659E. 7thSt., Maplewood, MN55119. Indicate your preference for class, bin, orboth. Cityof Maplewood 6 August2009 Get CaughtRecycling AndWin $50.00 Stormwater Management isYoumaybetheluckywinnerof $50.00 if Everyone’sResponsibility we catchyourecycling. Eachmonth As aproperty owner, itis youraddresswillberandomlyselected. City responsibility to helpstaffwillchecktoseeiftheresidentsatprotectMaplewood’sthataddresshaverecyclablesoutonthewaterresourcesbycurbby7:00AMthat morning. Ifthey do, practicing healthytheywin $50.00. It’s that simple. household habits that willhelpsaveMaplewoodcontinuestobeacommittedandprotectourwaterrecyclingcommunity. Although theamount resources. of material recycledin 2008was down slightly from2007, almost2,700tons were recycled byMaplewood residents. surfaces suchasdrivewaysand sidewalks. UseaButmoreimportantly, there was a5% increasein participationfrom67% of mulchingmower andreduceyourfertilizer use. residents recycling in2007 to72% participation in2008. If youfertilize yourlawn, lookfora “0” intheIt’seasier andmore convenient torecycleif youhave aredMaplewood middle number on thefertilizer bag. Phospho- recycling bin. To ensure thateveryonewhowants arecycling binhasthe rous accelerates algaegrowth inourlakesandchancetogetone, the Cityof Maplewood and ourrecycling partner, Eureka wetlands, degradingwater qualityand harmingRecyclingwillbedistributingbinsduringNationalNightOutonAugust4. If yourblockishavingan eventandwould liketohave binsdistributed to your 651.249.2400toarrange fordelivery onAugust 4. Binsarealsoavailable at surfaces. Userain barrelstocollect rainwaterfor wateringplants. Reduce thehard surfaces onyourthroughFriday, 8:00AM to4:30PM. property byreplacingthemwith vegetationorrain gardens. RemembertoRethink, Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Ifyoudon’t recycle, you don’t win. And, neither doesourenvironment. For moreinformation, contact hold hazardous wastesuchasgasoline, paint, pesticides, antifreeze, motor oiland compact or gotowww.co.ramsey.mn.us/ph for Ramsey County waste sightlocations andschedules. OnThePoliceScanner thing only- storm water. The dumping ofmotorservice. Included in this number werethefollowingincidents: oil, antifreeze, leaves, grassand otherillicit26AssaultCases discharges intostormsewers is notonlyillegal, 4 RobberyCases it is polluting. Ifyouare aware ofan illicit10BurglaryCases 85 TheftCases 21 AutoTheft Cases For moreinformation go towww.ci.maplewood. 47 Theft fromVehicleCases mn.usunder Environmental & NaturalResources Cityof Maplewood 7 August2009 Council HIghlights Approved aresolution awarding theLake Links Approveda resolutionauthorizing a requestfor statebondingStreetImprovementstoT.A. fundsfor thedesignand constructionofaRegional FireTrainingSchifskyandSonsinthe Facility on property atHighway5 andHighway120. amount of $128,534.21. Approved a resolutionto submit sevenprojectstotal- Approvedandadopted theresolutionofsupportforSTP (Surfaceing $163,900 foran Energy Transportation Program) Application fortheGladstone AreaEfficiencyandBlockGrant. sidewalk and trailimprovements. Approved aresolution adoptinganordinance establishing the Approved aresolution ofsupportfor theMaplewood Mall Transit CenterPark & Ridelocated atthe northeastcorner ofSouthlawn Received a purchaseagreement fromRoadmaster of CastleAvenue. Approved theLawfulGambling Premise Licenseand Resolution PencilInCollegeFair TheDate! Saturday, September26 12:00 - 4:00PM One-stophighereducationresource - meetdozens ofcollegerepsandhear greatguest speakers! MAPLEWOODPETCARECLINICMAPLEWOODPETCARECLINIC Visit usforallyour pet’sneedsincluding: annual exam, vaccinations, dentalprocedures, spayingor neutering, lasersurgery, grooming, boarding, and more! 25. OFF00 AN OFFICE VISIT651) 770-8373 Mustpresentcouponattimeofvisit. www.maplewoodpetcare.com OfferexpiresSeptember30, 2009. Cityof Maplewood 8 August2009 PrideofMaplewood Commission Corner: AFarewell ToPast and Welcome ToEachmonth, theCity ofMaplewood will berecognizing an NewCDRB Membersoutstandingemployeewhogoesaboveandbeyond. This employee willbe nominatedby theirfellowco-workersandwill By Mike Martin, City Planner willbe announced inthe MaplewoodMonthly. Attheendofthe ReviewBoard. In May, theboard saidgoodbye totwo ofits year, oneAnnualPrideofMaplewoodrecipient willbeselected members, while welcomingtwonewmembers whohave andrecognized byCity Council. This recipientwillreceive a volunteered theirtimeto serve theCityofMaplewood. plaqueand a $100.00gift card. formore than eightyears – sinceMarch 26, 2001. Ms. OlsonCongratulationstoTerrieRameaux, alsoserved asthechairperson forthelast threeyears. HerHumanResourcesCoordinator, for onthecommunity designreview board forthelast twoyears – Maplewood Award recipient. of the boardandhis insightwillbe missed. Terrie joinedthe City ofMaplewood in 1990 andwas nominated for The Maplewood citycouncilrecently passedresolutions ofTerrieRameaux, HumanResourcesher knowledge, friendliness and appreciationfor both oftheseoutgoingmembers. TheCity ofCoordinator & EdnaSpangler, helpfulness. multipleyearsofservice, hardwork, andmostimportantly tak- Hereiswhatsome ofher co-workerssay aboutTerrie. ing time toservetheircommunity. Terriegoesaboveand beyond herjobby giving assistance to employees whentheyhave questions regarding anyhuman appointnew members. Fortunately, the cityreceived numerousresourcesissue.” process thecouncilappointedtwonewmembers – MichaelTerriedoesanamazingjobcoordinatingalltheinterviewsandMireauandJasonLamers. testing fordepartmenthiring.” Mr. Mireau hasbeenaresidentofMaplewood for more than aTerrieassistedinthetransitionfromonehealthinsuranceplan yearand worksas anarchitect holdingaMasters inArchitec- toanother byusingclearexamples andanswering allquestions, andshe hasdoneitallwithasmile.” hasworkedonseveralprojects around theTwinCitiesmetro- politanarea andhisdiverse skillset willbeofgreatusewhileTerrieisagreatrolemodelfortheCityofMaplewood.” reviewing projects for thecommunity design review board. Thankyou, Terrieforallyour yearsofservice tothe Cityof Mr. Lamers hasbeenaresident ofMaplewood formore than aMaplewoodemployees. year. He recentlygraduated fromthe University ofMinnesota witha Mastersin LandscapeArchitecture witha focus instorm waterdesign and function. Mr. Lamer’seducationaland The City ofMaplewood welcomes Mr. Mireau andMr. Lamers dedicating theirtimeto servethecommunity. More information aboutthecommunity designreview boardcan befoundatOFFEREXPIRES9/30/09 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Cityof Maplewood 9 August2009 ByMargaretBehrens, Ramsey Conservation DistrictBoardSupervisor DearFellowCitizens togethertoaccomplishtheend goalofcreating asmaller footprint on Iwouldliketo introducemyself. Iamyourelected Ramsey Conservation ourenvironment. I would like toshareonesuch success that maybe insightfulfor allcitizens and businesses that are considering elected officialIworkto resolve issues thataffectthe environment upgradingor enhancingtheir properties withwater gardens, native impacting human andanimal habitats; groundwaterintegrity; andair planting areas oreven avegetable garden. quality. Ihave foundaproductthat Irefer peopletowhen theyare investing Together withthestaffattheRamseyconservation district center I inprojects aslisted above: STEPS. STEPS, anaward-winning have been promoting awarenessofwhat thedistrictdoes. Thereare fertilizer created byalocally ownedandoperated company, isatwo- many aspects ofconservationandthe environment thatthedistrict stepfertilizer madefromrecycled organic ingredients and is100% handles and assists with.eco-green! Thisnew productisa specially blendedphbalanced fertilizerismade fromground-uprecycledmaterial and issuitable One of themany programs wherethe conservationdistrictworks with forplants, trees, gardens, grassandflowers. STEPS contains no citizens isthe NATURE Cost-Share Program:hazardous materials. Ihavebeen impressedwithSTEPS formany reasons: 1. Thehealth andsafetyaspectsof it. 2. Themeasurable TheNative plantAlternativeToward Urban Restoration & Environment growthitbrings tomyplants 3. Thepotential ithasofhelping to program (NATURE) provides freetechnical assistance for protect ourgroundwater. To findout moreabout STEPS, clickon restoration projectsandup to 50% of eligible materialscost www.wipersrecycling.com. maximum of $1000.00). Ourchildrenand ourgrandchildrenare ourfuture. I thinkitissafe ProgramGoals: tosaythat weallhave thedesiretorestore and preserve our Program goals include; protectingsurface and groundwater environmentfor them. More andmore people and businesses are quality, increasing storm-water infiltration, increasing wildlife habitat discovering that therearemany benefits tofollowingBest and increasing diversity. Management Practices (BMPs) inall thatwedoandthatthe opportunities are almostendless. Notonlydo wegetthe If you areinterested inseeing howthisprogram may beusefulto you environmental benefits andthe personalsatisfaction ofdoingthe right and yourneeds, please call andspeak withRyanJohnson Urban BMP thing, but oftenour effortsmay qualifyfor acostsharingprogramor a Specialist directly at 651.266.7275 oremailhim at: ryan.johnson@tax break fordoing goodthings toprotectusall. Togetherwe can all co.ramsey.mn.us.be good neighbors and stewards of theland. Ryan isa greatadvocate for cleanwater andnative plantsetc. Hecan Untilnextmonths issue, enjoythe weather and cherish lifeand assist you onplanning environmentally wiseprojects andhas awealth everythingaround us. ofother information onother programs or resources thatmaybeof EditorialDisclaimer: Theviewsexpressed arethoseoftheauthorandmayinterestorassistance. theCityofMaplewood. community. Theyhave many programs and manyopportunities wherecitizenscanvolunteer andlearnat thesame time. Iencourage theycandoforyou. Thewebsiteis: www.co.ramsey.mn.us/cd/ JJSVHEFPI 8VERWTSVXEXMSR SV ZIV]SRI651.266.7272. Tomisa great person totalkwith andhe isan invaluable source ofinformation. RNS]E WEJI GSQJSVXEFPI VMHI MR E QMRM FYW XLEX MPP XEOI SY ER][LIVI MR 2SVXL Asa citizen representative, Istrive towork together with the 7X 4EYP 1ETPI[SSH ERH 3EOHEPI communitiesthatI represent while utilizing themany business and EVIW KIRIVEPP]YRHIVcitizenstalentsthatexist. Tothat end, wecanallwork inpartnership EPP 2)78 Cityof Maplewood 10 August2009 Maplewood Movie Nightat the FarmBigSplashEventAtBellaireBeach FREE forall ages! FRIDAY, AUGUST7 (FREE!) SATURDAY, AUGUST 22FlotationFun: 5:00 - 8:00PM Pre-show Activities: 7:30PMLimboContest: 8:15 - 8:30PM Movie: 8:30PMMovie: 8:30 - 10:00PM attheBruentrup FarmJointheMaplewoodCommunityCenteraquaticsstafffor 2170 E. County RoadDaLuauatBellaireBeach! Enjoyfree tropical punch Additional parking at KinderCare, 2036 E. Cty Rd DhaveourMagicIslandinthewaterwithtonsof Enjoytheexciting storyof Bolt attheinflatabletubesforyoutorelaxandenjoyduring original Bruentrup Farm. BOLTis theourfirst-ever beachflotation event. Afterfloating, story of super-dog BOLT (voiceofjoinusforalimbocontestandamovieinthe JOHN TRAVOLTA), everydayLiloand isfilled withadventure, dangerand intrigue, at leastuntilStitchfreeleisfor thecameras stop. Bring thewhole family and playgames, thefirst 100 peopleatthe purchase hotdogs, popcorn, pop, andcookies fromtheevent. Bellaire Beach is located Historical Society. Cozy uptothe toasty fireand enjoythe at theintersection of Bellaire and bug spray. Ave. and South ShoreBlvd. Call 651.249.2206 for moreinformation. FREEFamily MovieNight FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 7:00PM AT CARVER COMMUNITY GYM 2680 Upper Afton Road Concessions willbe madeavailable inthe gym. Filmtobe announced. SAVETHE DATE! Youth Dances FRIDAY, OCTOBER23, 7:00-9:00PM FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 7:00-9:00PM AT CARVER COMMUNITY GYM 2680 Upper Afton Road w*))0 8,)6)2')x Concessions willbe madeavailable inthe gym. BOOKYOURRELAXATION VACATIONTODAY. It’sPartyTime AtTheGyms! Carver & Edgerton 2ExcitingPackages 651.249.2230 2-Hour Rental, Balls, Hoops, Parachute included inboth. Additional Gym Rental alsoavailable. 651) 249.2124 Cityof Maplewood 11 August 2009 Note: Thepool willbeclosedSept. 6 - 11forroutine cleaning. Itwillreopenat5:00PMonSept. 11. HolidayScheduleRent theGymnasium ortheMotion Zone attheMaplewood Community CenterTheMaplewoodCommunityCenterwillbeclosed GYMNASIUM Does YourFitnessCenterOfferMore The Maplewood Community Centerhas atwocourt (onefull) gymnasiumwhich offersagreat variety of optionsfor yourrentalneeds. Than75GroupFitnessClassesPerWeek? Each 1/2courthasthree ballhoops andislinedfor basketball, Spin, step, dance, orsculpt and rejuvenatewithyoga atthe volleyball, and badminton. Over 75 FREE classes per weekMaplewoodCommunityCenter. MOTION ZONEareavailabletoaccommodateallschedules. NON-MEMBERS ARE Nowoffering a1,316Purchasea10-Visit pass cardforonly $60.00 and square footMotion Zoneenjoyaccesstotheentirefacility. for your nextevent. Rent thisgreat space (withSAVEBIG! wireless internetNowOffering $0InitialFeeon capabilities) forMonthlyMembershipseducationalneeds, Hurry! OfferisonlyvalidAugust1-31, 2009 Call651.249.2230Today. tennis tournaments, birthday parties, boy/girlscout troop outings, team celebrations, oryour next meeting! CrossBlue Shield, Health Partners, UCare orMedicainsurance programs, your mayqualify forup to $20.00 toward duesper month! ContactRecreation Coordinator, NeilBreneman at651.249.2204 for more information. Salestaxwillbeassessed beforethediscount. MaplewoodCommunity Center: 651-249-2230 12 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Note: Thepool willbeclosedSept. 6 - 11forroutine cleaning. Itwillreopenat5:00PMonSept. 11. FALLMCCSWIM REGISTRATION ISGOINGONNOW! PoolHoursNowisthetimetolearntoswim. TheMCCoffersexceptionalswimprogramsforallages. Monthly poolandlap swimMaplewoodlifeguardsandwatersafetyinstructorsarecertifiedbytheAmericanRedCrossand calendars areavailable onourparticipateinregularin-service trainingupdates. Course descriptions maybefoundon ourwebsite websiteat: www.maplewoodcom- atwww.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com. Please referto theschedule on thefollowingpagesto munitycenter.com. Printedcopiesfindtheclassthatisrightforyou. All fallfullsession classesinclude eight lessonsandcost may also bepicked upat the68.00 ($53.00forMCC members). Semi-privatelessons areavailable onSaturdays atarate of admissions andcustomer service115 ($90forMCCmembers) pereight lessons. desks. Please notethat poolhours vary during sessionsof swimToregister lessons; those changes are listedin9:00AM - 7:00PM, Tuesday - Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM, Saturday9:00AM - 12:00PM). Online the poolandlapswim calendars. Orregister by phoneat651.249.2230. Privatelessonsare alsoavailable byarrangementat arateof $40.00 ($30.00for MCCmembers) for onelesson, $152 ($112for MCC members) forfourlessons, or $288 ($208 for MCCmembers) foreight lessons. Allprivate lessonsare30minutes. Toschedule your privatelesson today, contactRon at 651.249.2206 orron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. AdultOnlySwimTime Takeadvantage of the “Adult Only” swim timeson Tuesdays and allowedin thelappool during these times excepton schoolreleasedays. Adultnon-memberscanpay theverylowadmissionrateof $3 (plustax) on Tuesdays andThursdaysfrom 1:00 - 3:00PM. Some exceptions mayapply. SurfInFor BIGSPLASH WaterSafetyAideProgram SAVINGS! SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 1:00PM - 6:00PM Checkoutthe frontcoverfordetails. completed RedCross Level4 andare interestedin being avolunteer aide forMaplewood Community Centerswimlessons. For moreinformation contact Ronat651.249.2206oratron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. JoinTheTeam! TheCityofMaplewoodis looking forlifeguards andwatersafety anapplication, contact RonHorwathat 651.249.2206 or ron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 13 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 8:30 - 9:30AM (AGES 6 - 11) 9:30 - 10:30AM (AGES 12AND UP) Thistraining isgreatfor thoseplanninga warmwatervacation. popular destinationsuch asHawaii, CaymanIslands, orthe Bahamas - the skillsyou acquire inthissnorkeling class will enhanceyour enjoyment and safetyinthe water. Privatesnorkeling lessonsmaybearranged at theprivateswimlessonrate. For more information ortoarrange aprivatelesson, contact RonHorwath at 651.249.2206orron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Aquatic CenterEvents FlotationFridays FRIDAYS, AUGUST28 & SEPTEMBER25 5:00 - 8:00PM family! Costisfree tomembers andincluded inthepriceof dailyadmissionfornon- members. New! FREEFamilySwim TimeNew! FREEFamilySwim TimeDuringtheTUESDAY & THURSDAY30 - 11:30AMSwimLessonsDuring the TUESDAY & THURSDAY 9:30 - 11:30AM Swim Lessons Parents, caregivers, andsiblings ofstudentsenrolledintheTuesdayandParents, caregivers, andsiblingsof students enrolled inthe Tuesday and Thursdaymorningswimlessonswillbeallowedtoswimintheleisure poolforFREEdurThursday morningswimlessonswillbeallowedtoswimintheleisurepoolforFREEdur inglessons.inglessons. Visit theMaplewoodOnlineAuctionat www.maplewood.cmarket.com to swoop upyour family vacationbargains! You canpreviewthe itemstoday. Biddingwill beginat8:00AMon August 7thand will conclude August 14that 7:00AM. on theauction 14MaplewoodCommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 MaplewoodCommunity Center: 651-249-2230 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.comMaplewoodCommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 BeginningTumbling PreschoolGymboree SESSIONONE: FRIDAYS, SEPTEMBER18 - OCTOBER30 THURSDAYS, OCTOBER 8 - DECEMBER 17 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES4 - 6) 10:00 - 11:30AM SESSIONTWO: SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER19 - OCTOBER31 Preschool Gymboreeis designedfor children ages1 - 5 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES4 - 6) with energyto burn. Join usintheMaplewood Community These classesare designedespecially forlittleones topractice theircoordination while learningto taketurns, followdirections, mats, toys, andgames - youbringthefun! Because thisis interactwith others andmost importantly, have fun! Theywill nota structured program, children must beaccompanied byanadult atalltimes andany outside equipmentbrought beams. Allclasses will meetintheMCC MotionZoneandcost alongmustbeapproved bythe gymmonitor. Costis $3.00 36.00 ($33.00 forMCC members). Registration deadlineisone perchild, perday formembers and $4.00perchild, perday week before classes begin. fornon-members. Jump castle isincluded in admissionfee! GymandSwimYoungRembrandtsMONDAYS, SEPTEMBER28 - NOVEMBER 2 5:30 - 6:30PM WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 23 - NOVEMBER 4 Giveyour energetic preschooler (ages 3 - 6) theopportunityto 5:45 - 6:45PM burnoffsome energywithgymand swim! Fungymgames YoungRembrandts teaches pre-school childrentheskills andplenty ofsplashing inthe poolisbound tomake fora necessarytodrawmore compleximages. Aspre-schoolerslearn funand fabulousday. Cost is $36.00 ($33.00forMCC todrawandcolorwithour step-by-stepmethod, theydevelop members). Please haveyourchilddressed witha swimsuit undertheirclothes. Your child mustbepickedupfromthe readinessand attentiontodetail. Participatingin Young pool areawithin15 minutesof theconclusionofclass. Rembrandts’ creative andencouraging classes helpsyoung childrenlearntofollow directions, hold and useapencil, andstay ontask. Class willbeheldat theMaplewood Community Center and cost is $48.00persession. Music Together Camp1. WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 2 9:30-10:15AM OR 10:30-11:15AM 2. SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER 26 - DECEMBER5 TUESDAY - THURSDAY, 9:00 - NOON9:30-10:15AM OR 10:30-11:15AM SESSION3: JULY28 - 303. SUNDAYS, SEPTEMBER 27 - DECEMBER 6 SESSION4: AUGUST11 - 134:30-5:15PM OR 5:30-6:15PM Ourcampsfeature weeklythemes, cooking, nature You’llmove, dance, sing, playrhythm instruments andreceive activities, artsandcraftsprojects, swimming, games, freeplay, music, storytimeandmore! Campers willandlearningcancontinueathome. MusicTogether isforchildren haveanopportunitytolearn andplaybothindoorsandfrombirthtoage6andtheiraccompanyingadults. Class isheld attheMaplewood Community Centerand costis $160.00for is $50.00 ($45.00forMCCmembers) andincludes a campt-shirt. Staffratiois1staffforevery5informationvisitwww.MusicTogetherClasses.comortoregister campersandislimitedto20camperspersession. call651.439.4219. Call651.249.2230toregister. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 17 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com TotsInMotion TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 20 5:15 - 6:00PM This class is designedfor parentsorgrandparents and toddlersfromwalking age - 3 yearsold. Learn simple dance moves, activity and sing-a-longsongs, and mostofall, have MONDAY, TUESDAY, & WEDNESDAY agreattimewithyourlittleones! Costis $36.00 ($33.00for SEPTEMBER 14 - DECEMBER16, 9:30 - 11:00AM MCCmembers). ClasswillmeetintheActivityRoom atthe Ifyour littleonesbetween theagesof 3 - 6 lovecrafts, Maplewood Community Center. Your childwillmake new friends, learnnew skills, and most PreschoolSportsSpectacularimportantly, have agreat time! Signupforonedayor the WEDNESDAYS, OCTOBER 7 - NOVEMBER 11wholeweek. Costis $7.00/day ($5.00for MCC members) or 5:15 - 6:00PM18.00/week ($12.00 forMCCmembers). Pre-registrationis requiredatleastone week inadvance oftheclass. Note: Par- offeryouthisfun andexciting class. You andyourchildentsdonotneedtostayattheMCCduringourprogrambutallwilllearntheABC’sofbeginner sportsina fun, participants mustbe potty-trained. informative andsafe waywithoutthe threat ofcompetition. MCCKidsClubFabulousField Trips! timeexperience so that theycontinuein sports beyondthe introductorylevel. Your child willbeintroduced tonewsports/ activities eachweek. Parent mustaccompany childduring class. Cost is $37.00 ($32.00 forMCCmembers). CommunityCenter by2:00PM. Parents arewelcome tojoinusbutmustdriveseparately. Parentswillalso needtoprovideacarseatorboosterfortheirchildren when appropriate. Joinusforthese greattrips! Call 651.249.2230toregister. New! PreschoolGymboree SummerFun TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 6:30 - 8:00PM This isfor allkidsages 1-5with energytoburn andthe grownups wholovethem! JoinusintheMaplewood thisgreatopportunitytoplay (grown upstoo!) and makenew notfriends. Preschool Open Gymis a structuredprogram and childrenmustbeaccompanied byan adultat alltimes. Ifyou bringoutside equipmentalong, itmustbeapproved by the gymmonitor. Cost is $3.00perchild, perdayfor members and 4.00per child, per dayfornon-members. Adults and children underthe ageof1are free. Jump castle isincludedin the cost ofadmission! Call 651.249.2125for more information. MaplewoodCommunity Center: 651-249-2230 18 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com YouthFallSoccer – K-9thGrade Carver CommunityGym TheMaplewood 2680 Upper AftonRoad inMaplewood Recreation Thisgymnasiumfacility offers fourcourts andisavailable for Fall Soccer Program offer Birthday Partyoptionsandspecialevents. isdesigned toprovide CarverGymJammersyouthofallskilllevels with anopportunity to participate in organized This alternative after schoolprogramis forgrades recreational soccer. Allparticipants willhaveanequalopportunity toplay. Girlsand boys both inside andoutsidewiththemajor focus onfun. willplayinseparateleagues, exceptfor theco-recages 4-8league. Cost is $4.50/day perstudent. Reservations arerequired. Please registerforthe gradeattending duringthe 2009-2010school Call 651.249.2135 toregister yourchild. year. Thesoccer seasonis scheduledtorunfromSeptember tolate EdgertonCommunityGym format. For3rdand 4thgrade thiswillbea 10gameseason. Forall 1929 Edgerton Street inMaplewoodotheragesitwillbean8gameseasonwithatwogameguaranteeThisgymnasiumfacilityisavailableforrentals, specialendoftheyeartournament. Co-rec leagues cost $57.00and all events, tournaments andyouthBirthdayParties. Rentalotherleaguescost $62.00. Visitwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us or call information is available on thewebsite at651.249.2230for moreinformation. www.ci.maplewood.mn.us orby contacting 651.249.2124. AdultOpenVolleyball isheldon Tuesdayevenings fromRedCrossBabysittingClass6:30PM to9:30PM. Theentryfeeis $4.00/person andpay- SESSION ONE: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 9:00AM - 3:00PM ableatthe door. SESSIONTWO: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 9:00AM - 3:00PM This ever-popular After School Open Gymclassisback! A Tuesday andThursdays 3:30 - 5:30PM Thisprogramisanalternativeafterschoolprogramfor youth Instructorwillteach thishands-on course gym, andanemergency cardis required. Feeis $3.00/persondealingwiththechal- per day. Call 651.249.2124for more information. lenges and rewards ofcaring foryounger children. Students will Young Rembrandtslearnandputinto practicevaluable concepts and problem solving skills andupon SESSION ONE: THURSDAYS, SEPT. 24 - NOV. 5 6:30 - 7:30PMappropriateforparticipantsages11andupandwillmeetintheMCCSESSIONTWO: SATURDAYS, SEPT. 26 - NOV. 7ActivityRoom. 6:30 - 7:30PMStudentsshouldbringabaglunchormoneyfortheMCC Concessions Counter. Classsize islimitedso please like perspective andhow tousewarm andcool colors toregisterearly! delivercoolartistic affects. Youwillbuild artistic skills with step-by-step instructions fromanenthusiastic and talented teacher. Thisclass will expandyourknowledge in art. Class will beheldat theMaplewood Community Center andcostis 48.00per session. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 19 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com GuitarLessons TUESDAYS, AUGUST 25 - OCTOBER 6 Beginning Guitar (6:00 - 6:55PM) Level 2 (7:00 - 7:55PM) Continuing Guitar (8:00 - 8:55PM) FREEDEMO NIGHT, TUESDAY, AUGUST18, 6:00PM Roby, alocalmusician isofferingbeginning, level 2andcontinuing guitar lessons forchildrenages 10+ whowant tolearn toplayguitar theeasy way. Learntoplaychords, yourfavorite songs andtune yourguitar theeasy way witheasytofollow instruction! Participantsarerequired tobringtheir own teacherwillhelpyoutosimplify theart ofplaying. Havequestions? Come 651.249.2230 toregister. YouthVolleyball Volleyball - can youdig it? Joinyouthingrades UnleashYourChild’sPotentialWithThePower OfMartialArts! HearYourVoice, FindYour LittleCanada, OakdaleandStillwater forfun, Strength, AndBecomeEmpowered! yet competitive leagueplay. Games areplayed The Maplewood Community Center andtheThe EdgeMartialArts, based on Saturdaymornings andafternoons withone inStillwater, Minnesota offera greatkarate programfor kidsandadultsof practice during theweekat various locations. The REGISTERFOR3allages. Cost is $60.00 ($45.00for MCC members). season will concludeswith anall day tournament MONTHS AND RECEIVE $5.00OFFEACH MONTH! at Carver andEdgerton Community Gyms. Thisis Classesinclude:a recreational league -- theemphasis ison good sportsmanship andfun. Leaguewillrun Lil’ DragonsProgram September 19 - November 8. Cost is $52.00. MONDAYS, 5:15 - 6:00PM - AGES 4TO6 Registration deadline isSeptember 19. KidsBeginnerKarate VolunteerCoaches Needed! MONDAYS, 6:15 - 7:00PM - AGES 7 TO12 is inneed of volunteer coachesforthe Fall TeenToAdult Volleyball Program. If youareinterested, please MONDAYS, 7:15 - 8:00PM - AGES13 TOADULT callAudra at651.249.2125. masterAbboud. Notonlydo ourboys, Nick (8) andJack (5), haveagreat time. Theyhavelearned andshown dedication (postponing atripuntilafter karateMondaynight), enthusiasm, andrespect forMr. Abboud andothers, forthemotivation and skills heshareswithhis students. TheRegnier’s Formoreinformation, visitmaplewoodcommunitycenter.com. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 20 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com GrabBagBingo SEPTEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 3 TheFirstThursday OfEachMonth, 1:00 - 2:30PM 10:00AM - 1:00PMAND/OR 12:00 - 3:00PM Maplewood Community Center Banquet Room! Ten ormore gamesareplayed andthewinners choosefrom an assortment of grabbags. Costsis $2.00 atthe door. Coffee andtreatsareprovided! AdultDance 16+ SUNDAYS, SEPTEMBER 13 - OCTOBER 18 attheMaplewood CommunityCenter SOCIALBALLROOMSAMPLER: WALTZ, SALSA, SWING- 5:00 - 6:00PM SocialSamplerClass willcovermany stylesand tempos ofmusic, formany tal, and physicalhealth andhowmuchfunit canbe! Inthissession, theinstructor forMCCmembers) andcost forindividualsis $65.0 ($50.00 forMCCMembers). Call 651.249.2230to register. LINE DANCE- 6:00 - 7:00PM Learn theline dances youcanuseatweddings, on yournextFlorida vacation, andatcountrydances in thisfun, aerobicdanceclass! You will learnhowline dances canbeapplied todifferent typesofmusic, andplacesto showoff yournewdance moves! No partner required. Line 18+ Open Dodgeball League UPPER DIVISION (JOINTHE TOUGHER COMPETITION) SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER 19, 3:00 - 9:00PM LOWERDIVISION (THOSE THATJUSTWANT TOHAVEFUN) FRIDAYS, SEPTEMBER18, 6:00 - 9:00PM Forallthose wholovedthe childhood game, hereis arampedupadult leagueforthe excitingoldschool game! Joinotherpeopleinterested in experiencing the fun ofarecreationaldodgeball leagueinastructured and excitingenvironment! Eachteammustconsistof 6-10 participants containinganycombinationofmalesorfemales. Theleaguewillbe 8weeks long with a4teamplayoff the9th week. League champions will NatureCenterProgramsForAdults & Families Low-InputLawncare ProtectingWaterQuality SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 1:00 - 3:00PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER3, 7:00 - 8:30PM at theMaplewood Nature Center at theMaplewood Nature Center Adultsandfamilies withchildren ages7andup areinvited to Learnaboutlow impactlawncarefromUof MHorticulture extensioneducatorBob Mugaas. Hispresentation will focuson ways tomaintain lawn withminimum useoffertilizers and chemicals – onesatthenature center. Photos takenbyJohnwill helpus identify andother methodsthathelpprotect theenvironment and themwhenwe getback inside. Cost is $5.00perfamily. Call waterquality. Costis $5.00per family. Call 651.249.2170 toregister. 651.249.2170 toregister. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER3, 7:00 - 8:30PM, at the Maplewood NatureCenter Youmustregisterby August 27 andthecostis $4.00 perchild. Call651.249.2170 toregister. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 21 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Walking Club MONDAY - FRIDAY, 10:00AM - 1:00PM, ONGOING Getactive and meetnewpeopleatthe MaplewoodCommunity Center withthe Afteraninvigorating walkaroundthe MCCwalking track, join other members in 13.00/month renewal rate. FREESenior HealthandWell BeingSeminars LunchBunch MONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AM unless otherwise noted) SEEDATES BELOW Looking forgreatfood andeven better TIMEFOR THIS SEMINARIS11:30 - 12:30PM) company? Join theLunchBunch and SisterRosalindnursingbackground and35 yearsof experience inmassagewill bring come withusaswe explorelocalhot spots awealth of knowledgeabout howmassage can affectyourphysical, spiritual and and St. Pauleateries. TheLunch Bunch mental health. September 17, October15, meets AUGUST 17: MemoryLossand Aging November 19, from 11:30AMto 1:30PM. Thisclass willidentifynormal changes inmemoryduring theagingprocess, offer tips Transportation isprovidedandwewill depart from andreturntoMaplewood lossandprovideresources forthose whoareconcerned aboutmemory loss. Offeredin Community Center. Costis $4.00per trip conjunction withAlzheimer’sAssociation. or $3.00ifyousign up forthreeormore dates. Please notethat this feecovers Haveyou everwanted totellyourstoryor parts of yourlifestory? Hasyourfamily ever only transportation and doesnot include askedabout youandyourlifeor aboutcertaintimes inyourlife? Thisisan opportunity the cost ofthe meal. Entrees willtypically to rememberandtell stories. cost between $6.00 - $15.00 (plustaxand AUGUST31: English Tea Afternoon gratuity). Joinothersfor aniceafternoonof Teaand snacks. Offeredin conjunction withSynergy HomeCare. The destinations willbedetermined byour participants! Plus - what’syourgreatfood Findinformation aboutresources availabletopayfor prescriptions atalower cost duringthe “gap” orforthose withoutinsurance. Offeredinconjunction withMetropolitan MustVisit!” list. Area Agencyon Aging. MondayCardsAndSoupSpaceisverylimited - reserve yourspot MONDAYS, 11:30AM - 1:30PMONGOING Alllevelofcard playerswelcome. Opentoeveryone so bringyour Customer Service knowof any special friends! The costis $3.00atthedoor ($1.00without alunch). Soup lunchincludes a dietary needsatthetime ofregistration. bowlofoursoup ofthe day, roll, crackers, and abeverage. Pickleball MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY, 7:00 - 9:00AMONGOINGSeniors! Check outpage 26forBOSU Pickleball is acombination ofPing-Pong, tennis, andbadmintonand hasbeenSeniorBalanceTraining. Both great enjoyedbypeopleof allages. Thismini-tennis gameisplayed by2or 4peopleon aprogramsforimprovingbalancebadminton-sizedcourt usingwood paddleracquets andaplastic, polybaseballwith holes. Call 651.249.2204formoreinformation. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 22 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com RACQUETBALL LEAGUES RacquetballClinics SEPTEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 11 Freeforeveryone! Racquetball leagues are nowbeingformed atthe MCC. These areadult co-edrecreational leagues atB+ and B- levels. TheADULTCLINIC (AGES15+) coordinatorwill generatea schedule ofplayersand numbersSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 forweekly matches. Opponentscalleach othertoschedule12:00 - 1:00PM matches andcourt timesduring the weektheyare scheduled to KIDS CLINIC (AGES 10-14) play eachother. Costis $44.00 ($14.00MCC members). SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Registration deadline: September18 (noexceptions) 1:00 - 2:00PM Schedules canbe picked up beginningSeptember23 at5:00PM. Anyschedules notpickedup will bemailed out. Call 651.249.2230 formore information. Co-RecLeagues LevelB+ (VeryCompetitive) LevelB- (Competitive) CPR/AEDandFirstAidClasses Theseclasses aredesigned toinform people how torespondin New! Racquetball Challenge Laddersemergencyandlife-threateningsituations. Aftersuccessful completion ofthecourse participants willreceive Red Cross ofeach monthfrom 9:00AM - 12:00PM. Thecostofthechallenge ladderis $4.00+ taxper participant. These ladders aredesignedCenter. Cost is $80.00 ($60.00 forMCCmembers). for experienced toexpert players. ADULT & CHILDCPR/AED & INFANT CPR: SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 10:00AM - 5:00PM CHILD CPR/AED & INFANTCPR WITHFIRST AID: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER19, 10:00AM - 5:00PM ATTENTION CHILDCARE PROVIDERS! Child CPR/AED & Infant CPRwith FirstAid is designed to meet state CPRand First Aid requirements. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 23 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Call651.249.2230 toregister! Space islimited. 7LETI 9T SV 8LI SPMHE]W TRANSFORM YOUR BODY, MIND, ANDLIFE...ONEPOUNDATATIME. getinshapeLettheMaplewoodCommunityCenter’steamofpersonaltrainershelpyou fortheHolidaySeasonwhilemeetingnewfriendsandcompetingforGREATPRIZES! lostatotalof53lbsin12-weeksFUNThis personaltrainingsessionsdesignedtotransformyour physiqueandassist makingahealthylifestylechangeyouin . Education Seminars Include: Healthy HolidayPartyOptions, Cooking with Joor, Five StepstoBoostMetabolism, FoodsforGreat Energy, Nutrition andPortion Control, andTheFast FoodJungle FitnessChallenges Include: Racquetball, andLapSwimming LOSE2WIN Prizes 1stPrize- Rental Packages, LiftTickets andOnenight stayatHolidayinExpress) 2ndPrize- 6 OneHourPersonal Training Sessions andNordicTrack heart ratemonitor package (Includeswireless cheststrap and watch) 3rd Prize- 3 Month MCCMembership Package (Includes MCCsweatshirt and waterbottle) 4th Prize- 3One HourMassage Session Package 5th Prize- 100TargetGiftCard Mid-Way Prizes: Massage Package, Noodles & Company – GiftCards Fullpayment isdueatregistration. Registration includes free challenge T-shirt, discounted ratesonFitnessPrograms andindividualPersonal Training sessions. RegistrationopensMonday, August 3andcloses Friday, August 28. The8 week challenge runsSeptember 21 throughNovember16. Costis $255.00 andincludes a2MonthMembership ($144.00forMCC members). Initial Weigh-in: August3 Mid-point Weigh-in: October19 Final Weigh-in: November 16 Sponsors MaplewoodCommunity Center: 651-249-2230 24 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com ClassDescriptions SPINNING—Spinning isa wonderfullyintense, non-impact, instructor ledexercise class performed onstationary bikes. Theworkout simulates various bikingadventures by continuously changing thebike’sintensityand your ridingMeetFitnessInstructorpositionthroughouttheworkout. Theworkout isfunand the Carolyn Warner timewillrace by. Besure toarrive toclass aminimum often Group Exercise instructor who hasworked properlyon abike. STABILITY SCULPT —This classwill providebody Spinning, Aqua, NETA ActiveAgingAdults, conditioning that focuses onimprovingthebody through a and YogaFit. Carolyn enjoyshelping people series ofstability exercises. Theuse ofchairs will beused buildself esteemthrough exerciseandmotto is: Not everydaycanbea race day! Embracewhere youare today! stability! Thisclass isappropriate for ActiveOlder Adults Visit one of Carolyn’s Classes that wantto improvetheiroverall health & wellness! Mondays at 10:30AM – Spinning H20—An excellentlow tomidintensity cardiovascular Thursdays at11:40AM – Yoga Light workoutin chestdeepwater. Since thisclass is easyonthe Fridaysat11:40AM – Yoga, StabilitySculpt at12:45PM joints, it’sa wonderful optionfor pregnant women as wellas foranyonerecovering fromknee/joint injuries. Come join us; youdon’t needto beaswimmer to participateand enjoy! STRAIGHT UPSTRENGTH—If youhavereached aplateau training. This class will getyourheartrate upby working DitchtheWorkoutandJointheParty withZumba atMCC! Alllevelswelcome. Youwill start toseeresultsin notime7-WEEK SESSIONS atall. TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 27, 5:30 - 6:30PM THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 10 - OCTOBER 22, 5:30 - 6:30PM YOGA—Class is designedtoaccommodate theneedsofSATURDAYS, , SEPTEMBER 12 - OCTOBER 24, 9:30 - 10:30AM musicfromaround the worldinto an hour-long groupclass. You can with thebreath, theyogaposes andpostureswillimproveburnupto1,000calories in anhour dependinguponyourexertion energy & stamina, reducestress & fatigue, andincrease anyou’reexercising becauseyou’rehavingso much fun—it’slikea overall feeling ofcalmness, peace, andserenity. Comegive itatry! hottest Latin, Pop, andReggaeton musicusing “intervaltraining” whichisgreat foryourbody andyourheart. You willpick upLatin YOGALIGHT—A lighterversion ofour yoga, focusing morestepslikeSalsa, Meringue, ChaCha, Bachata, and Cumbiawithno onsofter, gentler movements. Thisisgreatfor beginners, partneror danceexperience necessary. Zumba isappropriate for older adults, andpregnant women. ages16 andup. Cost foraseven-weeksession is $56.00 ($42.00 for Sign upfor all3sessions for $138 ($96.00MCCMCCmembers). members). Bring a greatattitude, atowel andwater. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 25 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Walk N’ Stroll MONDAYS, SEPTEMBER21 - OCTOBER 26, 10:00 - 11:00AM isalways having newexperiences! Time attheendof classis usedto takebaby outofthestrollerfor strength, stretching, and andatowelandwear comfortable workout clothing andathletic shoes. Yourchild should be ableto sitcomfortably inthe strollerfor approximately 30minutes. Cost is $48.00 ($36.00forMCC members). Parent/ChildYoga THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 17 - OCTOBER 22, 4:30 - 5:15PM Childrenages 8to12 yearsoldwill beintroducedto ageappropriate yogaposes, individual and partner exerciseswiththeparent. The programwillfocuson breathing, balance, and yogatechnique. Although participantsare encouraged tobringtheirown mats, yoga matsareavailable. Costis $48.00 ($36.00for MCCmembers). UltimateGetFitBootCamp! TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER15 - OCTOBER8, 9:30 - 10:30AM OR5:00 - 6:00PM groupoffriendsandregister! Costis $160.00 ($128.00 forMCCmembers). SeniorGroup Fitness SeniorBOSUBalanceTraining THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 17 - OCTOBER 22, 8:15 - 9:00AM Thisclass, using theBOSUBalanceTrainer, willimprove your balanceand stabilityandoverallbody control likenoother training device! Becauseofits versatilityandqualitytheBOSUis excellent for allaspects oftraining andrehabilitation. Itprovides training of bothupperand lowerextremities aswellascore. Improve your motor skills, strength, balanceand stabilityusingtheBOSUBalance Trainer! Costis $48.00 ($36.00 forMCC members). SeniorStrengthSmallGroupTraining TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER6, 11:00 - 12:00PM arespeciallypricedforseniors! Cost is $115.00 ($90.00 forMCCmembers). Seniors! Checkoutpage 22formoreActiveAdultactivities! Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 26 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com CityofMaplewood PRSRT STD1830CountyRoadBEast U.S. POSTAGEMaplewood, MN55109 PAIDPhone: 651.249.2000 Permit #4903www.ci.maplewood.mn.us St. Paul, MN ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Uponrequest, thisnewsletterwill be madeavailableinan alternateformat.Printedon recycledpaper. Buckthorn MayBe Lurking InYourYard ormore registered households, in earlyNovember. Toregister, Buckthorn isan aggressive, invasive contact your neighborsabout joiningthebuckthornremoval European shrub thatis takingover our program! Email Carol Gernes at carole.gernes@ci.maplewood. mn.us formoreinformation. dents toremove itfrom theirproperties. FREE BUCKTHORN SEMINARat Applewood Parkon Saturday, Unlike native shrubs, buckthorn retains September 26, 10:00 -11:15AM. Calltoregister bySeptember 22. greenleaves lateintothefall, longafter otherleaveshaveturned colororfallen. This istheeasiest waytoidentify buckthorn for removal. VISTA HILLS PARK COMMUNITYBUCKTHORNPULL: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 9:30AM - 2:00PM (FREE!) Uncontrolledbuckthorngrowth mayleadtothe lossof ournative woodlands. andcutandherbicide inthe afternoon (adults only). Training and Nominate your neighborhood forFREEcurbside pick-upofbuck-refreshments provided. Registration required byOctober 20. thorn only. Thisservicewill beavailable toneighborhoods withthree Toregister, call theMaplewoodNatureCenter at651.249.2170. Comesee us at the Taste ofMaplewood! Play some fungames and win great prizes! We’llbe serving up treats for all agesand sizes! Carina McCall SchaferCarrieTroske 651) 308-6898(651) 341-6633 Maplewood Monthly September 2009 City Newsletter Save TheDate There will bea municipalPrimary Electionon September 15, 2009. Saturday, September 26 yourpollingplaceandforadditional information regarding the10:00 - 11:15AM attheNatureCenter Sunday, October4 11:00AM - 4:00PM attheCommunityCenter Saturday, October17 12:00 - 4:00PM attheCommunityCenter Friday, October23 Maplewood Community Centerlocated at 2100White BearAvenue. Whenmaking animportant7:00 - 9:30PM attheCommunityCenter 4 5 9 10 11 Call651.249.2103formoreinformation. 11 12 13 14 14 DianaLongrie: Mayor 651.774.1490 diana.longrie@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us WillRossbach: Councilmember 651.779.0220 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us ErikHjelle: Councilmember 651.714.8588 erik.hjelle@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood CityHall Maplewood Meeting ScheduleMaplewoodCityHall Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Saturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM Maplewood Community CenterMaplewoodCommunityCenter CitizenForum: Saturday, September5at10:00AM Child Care651.249.2218 Maplewood RecreationMaplewoodRecreation Maplewood NatureCenterMaplewoodNatureCenter Code Enforcement GrowYourBusiness! information, contactHeidiCareyat651.249.2021or Thank youtothe advertiserswhosupport thispublication! one! WeHaveTheTools & ExperienceNeeded ForAJobWellD 651) 777-0111 or (612) 750-4500 www.andrusbuilt.com ANDRUS HOMESMNLicense #20081470 WILicense #898705 1CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewood September 2009 September 2009September2009 HelpKeepOurParks CleanProtectingFishCreekForTheFuture In May, theMaplewood City Councilapproved theformation recreation inthat greenway. Cityof Maplewood 2 September2009 September 15, 2009 PrimaryElectionballot. Now Accepting Applications 2010CharitableGamblingFunds Your Neighbors WereThere. WereYou? includingover 90foodand ofMaplewood Nature, Maplewood Community Center, Heritage atover4,000 makingthecommunity to atwo-day feeding frenzywith Maplewood Business & EconomicDevelopmentCommission Call651.249.2021tolearn howyour ThankstoourGold sponsors: Thankstoour Bronze sponsors:AngusMeats, Baker’sSquare, Imagewerks, Lutheran Church ofPeacePreschool, Maplewood Dental, Premier Bank, Presentation of Mary, RedeemingLove Church, SaintsNorth, Walkerat Hazelridge, DaysInn, Mogren Development Company, Sprint Submitan applicationto Maplewood City Hall eitherby mailorin call651.249.2051. VMHEP TS00 7EXYVHE]3GXSFIV 41 Everythingyouneedtoplanyourspecialday. Register forgreatprizes, talktoweddingexperts & seeour fabulousfashionshow! Tickets: $5/PERSON INADVANCE 7/PERSONATTHEDOOR 1ETPI[SSH SQQYRMX]IRXIV 3CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewood September2009 September 2009September2009 Family Movie Night AtCarverGymAnEveningWithBillyMcLaughlin FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER25, GAMES: 6:15PM MOVIE: 7:00PMAndSpecialGuests SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 7:30PM on Saturday, September 19at 7:30PM. If on. For moreinformation, call 651.249.2124. Youth DanceAt Carver Gym FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 7:00 - 9:00PM grades 4 – 6 only Flotation Fridays FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 5:00 - 8:00PM Formore information, call651.249.2124. OldFashioned BarnDance SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 5:00 - 9:00PM Call651.748.9009 4CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewoodSeptember 2009 September 2009September2009 CityBudget Reduced fortheremainder of2009. Tobeginlookingatthe2009budget, theCity wouldhaveended2008, withanextra $96,000forpropertytaxreduction 4IVJSVQERGI JSV E 0MJIXMQI ANew Musical VMHE]7EXYVHE]ERH 7YRHE] 3GXSFIV XLVSYKL 2SZIQFIV W XMGOIXW KS SR WEPI SY GER YWI SYV GSRZIRMIRX SR PMRI XMGOIXMRK XS TYVGLEWI SYV XMGOIXW EWLPERHTVSHYGXMSRW SVK1005,3072,1238,3129][ Pride of Maplewood AwardComingSoon: Sustainable Trails at Maplewood Nature Center Maplewood recipient. for theCityof Maplewood in 6IGVIEXMSR 4VSKVEQ 7YTIVZMWSV 8IVVMI 6EQIEY\YQER 6IWSYVGI SSVHMREXSV maintenance over time. Thank you, Audra, forallyou do. AFESTIVAL FOR FAMILIES!!! This fun familyeventis asafeplacewhere you canbring thewhole familytoCouncilHighlightshaveagreat time. FallFamilyExpo willinclude products, services, Approved theacceptanceofa donationtothe Maplewoodandactivities forthe whole family, alongwith samples, and lotsof giveaways! Maplewood MallSt Paul, MNSeptember 12 & 13OnThePolice Scanner WHY EXHIBIT? 828-489-2961Reserve yourbooth today! www.InspiredProductionsInc. comCity of Maplewood 6 September Engineering News theCounty and State. In1999thecity councilimplementeda contacttheengineering departmentat 651.249.2400. Street nearBurke Circle. Buckthorn Herbicide Coupon New! 3Month Memberships EnjoyGREATSAVINGS withourCONVENIENT, BuckthornHotlineat651.249.2188. SHORT TERM, 3MonthMassageMembership. Call 651.249.2230today! Cityof Maplewood 7 September 2009 By Peter Boulay, Maplewood Historical PreservationCommissioner What Is AHistoric Structure theNational Barn at2020White Bear Avenue. Some for theNational and integrity. The property Wine & Jazz Festival Friday, October23, 2009 (7:00 - 9:30PM) Swirl, twirl & tastethegreatest winesunder $20.00. Withover80 samples availablethereissuretobe something foreveryone! Enjoya varietyofdelicious horsdo’euvres andimpeccablejazzmusicfrom Alison Scott. Tickets: 30.00/advance Aportionofproceeds willbedonatedto: www.giveuswings.orgs Reserve yourticketstoday - Call651-249-2230! 2100 White BearAvenue www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com 8CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewoodSeptember2009 September 2009September2009 October - April Building Hours Meet Fitness Instructor Marcus Tupy Monday-Friday 5:30AM - 10:00PM Saturday 6:00AM - 9:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 9:00PM FREE VisitorOpen House SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 11:00AM - 4:00PM FREE play a gameofracquetballswim laps inthe Aquatic Centershoot hoopsinthe gymor simply motivating peopleto workto theirrelaxandenjoythehottub event featuringthemagicisland 120-footwater slidegreat prizes in including an annualmembershipa theme birthday partypersonal training packagesswim lessonsandmore Maplewood CommunityCenterwas voted ReadersChoice Award forBestFitnessCenter forthe 9th time! com formoreinformation. Maximize YourWorkout & GainResults CPR/AED andFirstAid COMMUNITY CPR SATURDAY, OCTOBER10, 10:00AM - 5:00PM Cityof Maplewood 9 September 2009 Young Rembrandts New! Pre-School Artastic Class “Learnto Draw” WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 23 - NOVEMBER4, 5:45 - 6:45PM MONDAY, TUESDAY, & WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 14 - DECEMBER16, 9:30 - 11:00AM Music Together 1. WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 2 9:30-10:15AM OR 10:30-11:15AM 2. SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER 26 - DECEMBER5 9:30-10:15AM OR 10:30-11:15AM 3. SUNDAYS, SEPTEMBER 27 - DECEMBER 6 Wonder-FallTrees Puppet Show4:30-5:15PM OR 5:30-6:15PM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 10:00 - 11:15AM ATTHEMAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER Exploring Nature & Taking Care Of The Earth SATURDAYS, OCTOBER - MAY, 10:00 - 11:30AM SEETHEMESBELOW City ofMaplewood 10 Schools Out! THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15- PINZBOWLING / PIZZALUNCH dance! FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16- MARCUS THEATRE / POPCORN & POP Unleash YourChild’sPotentialWith ThePower OfMartialArts! Step itUpwithMCCYouth Dance! THURSDAYS, OCTOBER 8 - JANUARY14 Register for3 months and receive $5off eachmonth. Lil’ DragonsProgram MONDAYS, 5:15 - 6:00PM - AGES 4TO6 KidsBeginnerKarate MONDAYS, 6:15 - 7:00PM - AGES 7 TO12 TeenToAdult MONDAYS, 7:15 - 8:00PMCall651.249.2230for more information AGES13TOADULT Beginning Ballet & Jazz5:30 - 6:15PM KidsCook One TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 6:00 - 8:00PM Ballet & Jazz7:05 - 7:50PM Beginning Tap & JazzCombo 6:20 - 7:05PM inthe Maplewood CommunityCenter kitchen. Call651.249.2230 Tap & JazzCombo7:50 - 8:35PM Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 11 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com TheMagicClass WEDNESDAYS, OCTOBER 7 - NOVEMBER 11, 6:00-7:00PM FREEDEMO DAY: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER30, 6:00-7:00PM SURF’SUP! NOWNOWYoungRembrandts New! Elementary Artastic Class “LearntoDraw” couponforaSESSIONONE: THURSDAYS, SEPT. 24 - NOV. 5 6:30 - 7:30PM SESSION TWO: SATURDAYS, SEPT. 26 - NOV. 7 10:00 - 11:00AM 00 00 Youmust present the coupon at timeof registration to receive theBIG SPLASH SAVINGS. YouthBasketballClinic 1661 Cope Ave E, Maplewood3088WhiteBearAve. N 651-225-2700Maplewood651-770-9049THURSDAYS, OCTOBER1 - NOVEMBER 5, (seetimes below) Woodbury651-730-4114 MaplewoodKindercare 1925EastCountyRoadD 651-777-5133 1091 Geneva Ave, Oakdale 651-739-1125 1829 N Saint PaulRd Maplewood651-770-6540 2nd - 3rd 6:30 - 7:25PM 4th - 5th 7:30 - 8:25PM 12MaplewoodCommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.comMaplewoodCommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 GrabBagBingo WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 4:00 - 6:30PM SEPTEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 3 ATTHEMAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER TheFirstThursday OfEachMonth, 1:00 - 2:30PM FREE SeniorHealthSeminars IntroToPastaDishes MONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AM TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 6:00 - 8:00PM SEPTEMBER 14: SEPTEMBER 21: SEPTEMBER 21: and dinner. Be SEPTEMBER 28: TableTennisLeague SEPTEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 5 OCTOBER 19: Hike FishCreek FREE) SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1:00 - 3:00PM Sponsoredby Friends ofMaplewood NatureCenter MCCMonday Cards & Soup MONDAYS, 11:30AM - 1:30PMONGOING October15. Soup lunch includesabowlofsoupoftheday, crackersandabeverage. Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 13 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com GoingGreen With Granny SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 10:00 - 11:30AM attheMaplewood NatureCenter. T’ai ChiCh’aun WEDNESDAYS, OCTOBER 7 - DECEMBER9, 7:30 - 8:30PM KarateCore MONDAYS, SEPTEMBER 28 - NOVEMBER2, 10:30 - 11:30AM FREEDEMODAY: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 10:30 - 11:30AM PowerKick SATURDAYS, OCTOBER 3 - NOVEMBER 14, 5:30 - 6:15PM FREEDEMODAY: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 5:30 - 6:15PM for moreinformation. importantinformation onmaintaining anappropriate weight and JJSVHEFPI 8VERWTSVXEXMSR SV ZIV]SRI RNS]E WEJI GSQJSVXEFPI VMHI MR E QMRM FYW XLEX MPP XEOI SY ER][LIVI MR 2SVXL 7X 4EYP 1ETPI[SSH ERH 3EOHEPI EVIW KIRIVEPP]YRHIV EPP 2)78 Maplewood CommunityCenter: 651-249-2230 14 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com CityofMaplewood PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGEMaplewood, MN55109 PAIDPhone: 651.249.2000 Permit #4903 St. Paul, MN ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Printedon recycledpaper. Caught Recycling: $50 Winner! Maplewood Monthly October 2009 City Newsletter Save TheDate Maplewood Community Center, 2100WhiteBearAvenue Familieslookingforaspooky, See pg. 5Saturday, October17 splashin’ goodtimeneedlook12:00 - 4:00PM attheCommunityCenter nofurtherthantheMaplewood CommunityCenter, homeof thecity’sannualHalloweenFriday, October23 Thank YouTocelebration, “Spooky7:00 - 9:30PM attheCommunityCenter Splash.” Thisevent isunlikeany otherSaturday, October24 combining all8:00AM - 1:00PM atGethsemaneLutheranChurch ofthefun theCommunityCenterhas tooffer! Theaquatics center istransformed intoa “spooky environment” withonly underwaterlightsand 2 dimmed overheadlights providing illumination. Thoselookingforadrier3Halloweenexperiencecan stopbythegymto participateinthecostume contest, 5 orcoloring contest. Youngsters arealsoinvitedto touchandseetheMNHognosesnake, tigersalamander andtoadbroughtin5bythenaturecenter. Come towingreatprizes VOTE InTheMunicipal7andTarget! Mini-gameswillalsobeavailable ElectionOnNOV. 3, 2009! 8 classic, applebobbing! TheCommunityCenter concessionstandwill9alsobeopenforthoselookingtograbaquick Kathleen Juenemann andJames Llanas. bite. Enjoydelicioussnackssuchaspizza, hot10dogs, warmpretzels, nachosandmore! This For moreinformation,visitthe citywebsite at eventisfreeforMCCmembers andthecost www.ci.maplewood.mn.usand click on “vote”. 10 Or contactKaren Guilfoile at651.249.2002 orofdailyadmissionfornon-members. Formore karen.guilfoile@ci.maplewood.mn.us. information, call651.249.2230. 11 DianaLongrie: Mayor 651.774.1490 diana.longrie@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us WillRossbach: Councilmember 651.779.0220 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us ErikHjelle: Councilmember 651.714.8588 erik.hjelle@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood Meeting ScheduleMaplewoodCityHallMaplewoodCityHallCityCouncilWorkshop: Monday, October5 at5:00PMGeneralInformation651.249.2000 CityCouncil: Monday, October12 & 26 at6:30PM Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Saturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM Maplewood Community CenterMaplewoodCommunityCenter Customer Service651.249.2230 CitizenForum: Saturday, October 3at10:00AM Admissions651.249.2210 PlanningCommission: Tuesday, October 6 & 20at7:00PMGroupInformation651.249.2203 Birthday Parties651.249.2203 HistoricalPreservation Committee: Thursday, October15at7:00PMAquatics651.249.2206 Child Care651.249.2218 PublicMeetingonFishCreekNaturalArea: Thursday, October1at7:00pm Fitness651.249.2207 AllCityCouncilandCommissionmeetingsarebroadcast liveonMaplewoodRecreationChannel16andarerebroadcastonaschedulethatispostedatMaplewoodRecreationGeneralInformation651.249.2124 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Anymeeting cancellationsarepostedon Maplewood NatureCenter theCity’swebsite. Maplewood NatureCenterGeneralInformation 651.249.2170 Code Enforcement 651.249.CODE (2633) Hotline Online: Go towww.ci.maplewood.mn.us andclickon Wine & Jazz Festival Friday, October23, 2009 (7:00 - 9:30PM) GrowYourBusiness! Maplewood MonthlyOctober2009CityNewsletter SPOOKYSPLASH! ASpell-BindingLow-Scare AdventureForTheWholeFamilySaveTheDate 18,200homes, businesses, andapartments withtheMaplewoodCommunityCenter, 2100 White Bear Avenue Families looking for a spooky, An Awesome New Addition! See pg. 5Saturday, October 17splashin’ good time need look12:00 - 4:00PM at the Community Centerno further than the Maplewood Swirl, twirl & tastethegreatest Community Center, home of the city’s annual HalloweenFriday, October 23 Thank You Tocelebration, “Spooky7:00 - 9:30PMattheCommunityCenterSplash.” This event is unlike any otherSaturday, October 24combining all8:00AM - 1:00PMatGethsemaneLutheran Churchof the fun winesunder $20.00. Withover80 the Community Center has newsletter isfeaturedonthecitywebsite. Formore to offer! The aquatics center is transformed into a “spooky environment” with only underwater lights and 2 dimmed overhead lights providing illumination. 3 Those looking for a drierHalloweenexperiencecan information, contactHeidiCareyat651.249.2021or samples availablethereissuretobe stop by the gym toparticipate in the costume contest, 5 or coloring contest. Youngsters are also invited to touch and see the MN Hognosesnake, tiger salamander and toad broughtin by5thenaturecenter. Come to win great prizes VOTE In The Municipal7andTarget! Mini-games will also be availableElection On NOV. 3, 2009! heidi.carey@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Thank youtothe 8 classic, apple bobbing! something foreveryone! Enjoya9TheCommunityCenterconcessionstandwill also be open for those looking to grab a quickKathleenJuenemann and James Llanas. bite. Enjoy delicious snacks such as pizza, hot10dogs, warm pretzels, nachos and more! ThisFormoreinformation,visit the city website ateventisfreeforMCCmembersandthecostwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us and click on “vote”. 10 advertiserswhosupport thispublication! ofdaily admissionfor non-members. For more Orcontact Karen Guilfoile at 651.249.2002 orkaren.guilfoile@ci.maplewood.mn.us. information, call 651.249.2230. 11 varietyofdelicious horsdo’euvres andimpeccablejazzmusicfromone! WeHaveTheTools & ExperienceNeeded ForAJobWellD Alison Scott. Tickets: 30.00inadvance 35.00atthedoor Reserve yourticketstoday - 651) 777-0111 or (612) 750-4500 www.andrusbuilt.com Call651-249-2230! ANDRUS HOMESMNLicense #20081470 WILicense #898705 1CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewood October2009 October 2009October2009 Take TheEnergy ChallengeFallClean-up ByShannFinwall, AICP, EnvironmentalPlanner TheaverageMaplewood householdspends over $4,000 ayear onenergy use - learnhow tosaveenergy and moneywiththeMaplewoodresidents, Minnesota EnergyChallenge! TheEnergyChallengeisa pledgewithproofofresidency, whereyoucanpromise totakeone ormore actions toreduce thewillbeabletodispose annualenergy use of yourhousehold. Whenyou takethe Energyofappliances, tires, Challenge, youalsojointhe City ofMaplewood’steamandhelp usconstructiondebris, achieve ourgoalof 200households pledging! Totakethe challenge, mattresses, furniture, car visitwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us/sustainability andclick onthe Energyparts, scrap metal, other Challenge emblemtoaddyour savings toourteam. assorted junk, and all electronic equipment TheCity ofMaplewoodwill be takinggreatstrides towardenergysuchastelevisions, ConservationStrategy. Thestrategy willdescribe the city’senergyWASTEWILLBEACCEPTED. goalsto providea roadmapfor reducing energy useandlowering Last yearanewMinnesota Statelawrequired electronics energycosts for government, business, andresidents. The manufacturersto helppay fortherecyclingofe-waste which allowedMaplewood towaivethedisposalfees thatwecharged thedraftgoalsin October. Toparticipate in thediscussion andshare inthe past. However, manufacturersreachedthe recycling goals yourideas, please jointhe commission onOctober19at7:00PM or setbystate lawsooner than expected, andarenolonger required share your ideas withthecommission staff toaccepte-waste for free. Since theCity mustnow payforthe liaison, Shann Finwall, at 651.249.2304 or disposal ofe-waste, re-establishment ofpast feesisnecessary. bicycle shopin Minneapolis. Manyofthebicycles willberestored andreturned tothe roadforre-use. Otherswillbestrippedfor parts. A re-used bicyclesaves approximately 175pounds of carbon dioxide emissions byreducing the needtoproduceanew bicycle. Formore information, visit re-cycle.com. Inconjunction withthis event, Maplewood willalso besponsoring afooddriveforthe Second HarvestFoodBank. Containers will besetup tocollectfood items. Tuna, peanut butter, macaroni and cheese, canned soups andvegetables, infantitems, driedfoods andcash areneeded. TYPE OFLOAD E-WASTE UnitAvailableForSaleEnjoyactiveindependentlivingCarswithoutatrailer $15 Televisions $10 Invest $30,000 - $54,000designedjustforyou! Carswitha trailer $20 Computers $15 ActivitiesGalore PickupTrucks $20 Printers $5 ConvenientLocationtoChurches, Mall, Library, and Restaurants FitnessRoom & WalkingPaths www.cardinalpte.com Cartiresonor offrims $4 3003 Hazelwood Street InMaplewoodAppliances $15 FURVV IURP 6W RKQ·V RVSLWDO 651-748-9902 Please call651.249.2400with anyquestions thatyoumayhave. StayActiveAllWinter Cityof Maplewood 2 October 2009 ByErik Hjelle, Councilmember TheCouncilCornerisaspacethatisrotatedmonthlybetween theMayorandCouncilmembers. Reflections... controlme. Iactually hada landdeveloperexplaintomehow he donated” cashvia hisextended familyand friends inamounts underMypastCityNewsarticleshavereportedonsubjectsignoredby thelocal shoppingnews. Itistruly amazing howgovernment and inMaplewood. Thispersonhad over 50people making suchitssupportersworkveryhardtohidethefactsandrealityofwhat contributions. Thesupposed $300 “donation” limit isignoredgovernmentdoes. These dirtylittlesecrets have attimessickened routinely. Tobe clear, Ididmistakenlymakean “illegal” campaignmeandhardenedmyopinionthatgovernmentistheproblem, not administrative judge forthe infraction. Thefact thatI hadcorrected yourself isapunishable offense in MN. Making $99 “donations” via 50friends and relativesis perfectlylegitimate. 3) I regret never pushing for “evenyear” City elections. Our current systemof “oddinannualManagementpayrollin2007. controla fewmotivatedpartisans thatsway the electionprocess. The1) The citizens andWood Smoke current systemalsocoststaxpayers extramoney. 4) In addition to havingeven yearelections, Maplewoodneedsto change itscurrent system ofgovernment fromPLAN B, toaCharterCity. Plan Bcities relyonaCity Managerwhocontrols everything. Theonly optiona CityCouncilhasinPLANB toassert authority overaCity Managerdentswhochallengedhisefforttoincludetheword “visible” smoke in istermination. There isareasonwhyonly ahandfulof CitiesinMN havePLAN B governments, itsimply encourages bad government. Citizensthat create theirownCharter, candetermine their ownrules andcontrolsover government andrepresent truedemocracy. prevailed. 2) There-introduction ofdiscussion and debateatCity The2008CityCouncil votetogive adouble retroactive payraise aboutmeetings lasting until midnight. Butafteryearsof 5-0votes, YES; Longrie, Hjelle voted NO. The Council Majority allowed thecitizensbeingdeniedavoice, anda complete lack ofanydiscussion withclosed doormeetings andlimitedaccess, it isrefreshing to once againhavevigorousdebateanddissension. The only people who Maplewoodwas aCharter city, thecitizens couldhavere-called the Council memberswhovoted forthis. themselveswhoshunany scrutiny. Sadly, there isnoobjectivelocal 1) Taxpayers complainingabouthigh property taxes, andwhen asked whothey votedfor, they nameaCouncilmemberwho votedmembersforalmost4yearsthatregularlycommentonhowmucha hassle” citizensare. Theyroutinely complain abouthaving to “listen” totaxpayersatpublic hearings. The votersdeservetoseethis con- ductfor themselvesand ALLCitymeetings arenow televised. Juenemann, NephewvotedYES; Longrie, Hjelle voted NO. The current majority islooking toincrease the 2010budgetanother 5% 1). Accepting the2005Campaign endorsement of withhigher fees aswell. Did yougeta 5% payraise thisyear? The SocialSecurity increase for 2010isslated tobe0%! StopblindlybutIsincerelyregretacceptingtheirendorsement. CityCouncil personswork for theCitizens, nottheemployees. Maplewood is blessedwithmany excellent City employees that work veryhardto violating itsownordinance onspending authority. I hadvotedin 2006tomake theordinancea $5,000spending caponnon-budget- accepted theirsupportand Idoapologize tothetaxpayers forthat. editems. Theordinance hadbeen $10,000. In2008, the Council2) Not taking Campaign “donations” whenrunning forelection in 2005. ByNOT acceptingANY campaign “donations”, Ihave been continuedon nextpage Cityof Maplewood 3 October 2009 continued from page 3 Learn What’s Happening InYourNeighborhoodspendinglimitof $10,000 but nevervoidedthe cityordinancelimit of $5,000. Sinceordinanceislaw andpolicy isnot, ordinances trump Nixleis aCommunity policy. Sosince the votein2008to changethe policy, theCityhas Information Service beenviolating itsownordinance. Ofcourse nobody isgoing tomake providing onesourcefor government accountable andthese violations willbeignored, but access to credible real-time aCouncilmember needsto verify, verify, andverify everything. Next community information. timetheCityissuesyouacitation/ speeding ticket, tell themyou “forgot”. Nixleis a freeservicethatThatexcuseworkedforthem. allowsyou toreceivetrusted, Ineverran forCity Council tobe “liked” byanyone. I neverranfor up-to-the-minute, neighbor- CityCounciltobe “hated” by anyone either. Ihave beenthreatened hoodinformationforwhereyou live, work, visit - orfor whereyour familyandfriends are located throughout the country. employees, survivedtwolawsuits, and a “coincidental” tax audit Youchoose theinformation youwant, for thelocations youinitiatedbyapolitical/union opponent. I promised thedayI was want, fromurgent public safetyalerts to lesstimesensitive advisories and community information. Theinformationcan befromanyone (except myself). I neverbacked downtoanyone’s received overyour cellphone, bytext message, byemail, oroverthreatsandforthatIcansleepatnightwithoutanyreservation. theweb. Stay connected towhat ishappening inthecommunities and thelocations thatare relevantto you! would rather dieon myfeet, than liveonmyknees. Goodbye. EditorialDisclaimer: Theviewsexpressed arethoseoftheauthor and theCityofMaplewood. Cinderella NOVEMBER20 - 22 FRIDAY - 7:30PM SATURDAY - 7:30PM SUNDAY - 2:00PM Thank you to Get InvitedToAnExclusive Cinderella TeaParty! Purchase oneofthefirst100ticketssoldtoeachshowand beinvitedtoanexclusiveteaparty. Takephotoswith Cinderella andthePrince, enjoyrefreshments, andgetyour veryownprincess crown. Buyyourtickets todaytotake advantage ofthisexclusiveopportunity! TICKETS $12.00 - $20.00 CALL 651-249-2230 TORESERVEYOUR SEAT! Cityof Maplewood 4 October2009 Deer ManagementFallBridalExpo Thisfall, theCityof Maplewoodwill conduct archery deerhuntsat PrioryNeighborhood Preserve. Thehunts arepartof acooperativeMeetwithdozensofMinnesota’stop wedding professionals and conductarcherydeerhuntson selected county lands, including Fishphotos. Offeringacomprehensive collection ofvendors including Creek OpenSpace andBattle Creek Park. ThePriory Preserveis closedtothepublic during thehunts: September 25-27, Octoberspecialists, theMaplewood Community Center BridalExpois your 9-11, October31-November 1, andNovember 20-22. one-stop wedding planning resource. Bringyourfamily, your friends, andofcourse, yourweddingparty foraday offun, food, and fashion! MaplewoodCommunity Center Ahigh deerpopulationimpacts public safetythrough deer/carcatererswillofferexquisitesamplesoftheirwonderfulcuisine. collisions, andhigh deernumbers alsoadverselyaffectvegetationBesuretostaylongenoughtoseeourfabulousfashionshow on public andprivate lands. sponsored byWedding Connection. Fromthe perfectbridesmaid dresstothe perfectbridal up-do, this showwillfeature avariety of Asin prioryears, thehuntsare heldwiththeassistanceofMetrolooks, includingthe must-see fashions offall! Whileyou arethere registertowin oneour manyfabulous doorprizes including three havealready beenselected. Peopleinterested in future huntscancomplimentarytuxedorentalsfromSavviformalwear, luggagefrom CountrysideTravel, or aweekend getawaypackage courtesy of WildMountain (package includes a onenighthotelstay, lift tickets special huntrules. andskior snowboard rental fortwo). Topurchase yourtickets, call 651.249.2230. Tickets are $5.00 inadvance and $7.00atthedoor. Tolearnmore aboutdeer population trendsin Maplewood, please 3GX 2SZ hascoordinated the huntsin thecounty since1999andconducts the annualaerialdeersurvey. 8MGOIXW 8MGOIXW EZEMPEFPI 2I[1YWMGEP SRPMRI SV F]TLSRI Learnhowthe cityandcounty aremanagingdeerpopulations. Find outhowtodeter deerfrom yourlandscape usingfencing andplants6IWIVZISYVWIEXXSHE]0%2( thatareless desirable todeer. Call651.249.2170toregister. 4VSYHP]4VIWIRXW OnThePoliceScanner0%2( 63%(;%=InAugust, theMaplewood Police Department respondedto 2,197calls forservice. 28)27-:)36/7,34 3'83&)6 29 BurglaryCases 153Theft Cases 7TIRH HE]W SVOMRK MXL VSEH[E]4VSJIWWMSREPW 50Criminal DamagetoPropertyCases 7TSRWSVIH36136)2*361%8-32366)7)6:%8-327 7-8 7,0%2(463(9'8-32736+for DWI. City ofMaplewood 5 October 2009 Pride of Maplewood AwardMaplewood’s Big Tree Registry Doyou have areally BIGtree inyour Kroll forbeing nominated for theneighborhood? Maplewood issearching Pride ofMaplewood Award. for itslargest trees tolistonthenew volunteers willbefollowing-upnomination Police Department in 2001. Heleadsbymeasuringthetree’scircumference, was nominated for hisexcellenceheightandcrownspread. Yournomination inservice to the residentsofcouldbethechampionofitsspecies. 4SPMGI 7IVKIERX PMRX EVMW ERH Maplewood. The linkto the nominationformis on the City’s Treepage: http://mn-maplewood.civicplus.com/in genuinecompassion and empathyfor citizens experiencingdex.aspx?NID=396. Mature trees arean stressfuleventin their lives.” Example: Atadomestic disturbanceimportantpartofourcommunity. They help usby: abouttheir favorite videogamesand help distracttheirthoughts andput them atease. Heisstraightforwardwithteenagers abouttheir options, never theMaplewood Police Department and thecitizens ofMaplewood. GSYVEKIMVP7GSYXMRKFYMPHWKMVPWSJ GLEVEGXIVERH LS QEOI XLI SVPH E FIXXIV TPEGI SMR MVP 7GSYXW ERH HMWGSZIV RI[XEPIRXW ERH WOMPPW GSRRIGX MXL RI[JVMIRHW ERH XEOI EGXMSR XS MQTVSZI SYV SVPH MRJSVQEXMSREP IZIRX RIEV SY 6CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewoodOctober2009 October2009October2009 Your Sanitary Sewer System sewersystemisnotdesignedtotreatcleanwater. Groundwaterandrainwaterisdesigntoenter thestorm sewersystem (notsanitary) whichtravelstopondsand lakes, notatreatmentplant. Yoursanitarysewersystemisverymuchlikeyourwater heater—youdon’tthinkaboutitmuchuntilitdoesn’twork. Ifonlyonesectionofplumbingdoesnotdrain, itisusuallyan Ifyoususpectablockageoutsideofyour house, contacttheinternalplumbingproblem. However, ifnodrainsworkorthe publicworksdepartmentat651.249.2400 (orcallMaplewoodentiresystemdrainsslowly, ortheworstcasescenario Policeat651.777.8191afternormal businesshours). Ouroccurs, wastewatercomes backupthroughthebasement utilitydepartment willcheckthesewermainthrough a manholetodetermine ifthereisablockage inthesewersewerservicelineorthesewermain. mainline. Ifthereisnoproblem inthestreet, theblockage is probablybetweenthehouseandsewermainline. Tree-root invasion, attheoldstyleclaypipe, isacommonproblemThePublicWorksDepartmenthascontinuedtorepairor wherematuretreesexist. Ifthereisablockage inthesewerreplacemanymilesofsewermaininconjunctionwithroad serviceline, itisthehomeowner’sresponsibility. Ourutilityreconstructionprojects. Thisinvestment ensuresthe continuedreliabilityofthesystem which iscomprised of servicelineiscleaned. Whenaservice companycleansthe line, treerootsandsewageispushedintothemainlinewhich cancausesewerbackupstoother homes. ACRESOFSCARES CELEBRITIES Just Minutes NorthofSt. PaulonI-35 Wyoming exit) 651) 462-7279 www.nightmarehalloween.com VisitthewebfrightforachancetowinFREEtickets. 1EOI EPPS[IIR 8VIEX SV SYV 8IIXL 3YV TVMSVMX]MW GEVMRK JSV XLI HIRXEP LIEPXL SJ SY ERH SYV IRXMVI JEQMP] 2SVXLIEWX 4VSJIWWMSREP IRXIV EWX STI ZIRYI 7;SVRIV SJ LMXI IEV ZI QETPI[SSHHIRXEP GSQ 1%40);33( 28%0 773'-%8)7 4 Fall Farm Harvest & Pumpkin Patch Holiday Craft Fun! TripAtTheHugo Animal Farm Celebrate Halloween! Children ages4-8are invitedto the Maplewood Community Centertocreatea funandeasy spookyThistriphasalltheingredientsforaperfectdayoffun! We’llenjoy craft, guaranteed toput youina festivemood. We’llhaveahayridetothepumpkinpatchtopicktheperfectonetocarve. funmusic playinganda delicioussnackpreparedsoComeseethebeesmakehoney, pet farmanimals, milkadairy grabyourpaintshirtandcome joinusfor a greattime! goat, dressa scarecrow and more! There is evena haymaze to Cost is $7.00 andpre-registrationis required oneexplore. We’ll roundout the fun witha picnic lunch (weather weekprior toclass date. Call651.249.2230to register. permitting). Alltoursare guided byFarm Expertswhoarededicated toproviding asafe, enjoyable andeducational timeforvisitors. Halloween HoedownCostis $12.00per person – Thisincludestour, pumpkin, transportationandpicnic lunch. Call651.249.2230toregister. Jointhe Maplewood Historical Society at the Halloween Hike MaplewoodCommunityCenter, 2100White Bear Avenue fora family-funevening ofmusic byKidsdance, dancing, artprojects, games and Participatein some “batty” activities asyouhike thenature trailat nightwith noflashlightsand meetsome giantnature characters. If Admissionincludes 4tickets foractivitiesweatherpermitswe’ll tellstoriesandhavetreatsaround the or food andis $3.00 forchildren andcampfire. Educational withanelementofsurprise! Greatfor 5.00 foradults. Don’tforgettowearfamilieswithchildrenages5-10. Cost is $8per child, prepayment your costume! 651.748.9009requested. Call651.249.2170 toregister. 7)%7433/8%'90%6:)28;-8,'8-:-8=8%8-327 2')7 83 2 6)%8 46->)7 MWMX 7MQSR YIWX 7IVZMGIW PSGEXIH PS[IV PIZIP 1EG]W XS VIGIMZI SYV XVMGO SV XVIEX KSSHMI FEK XS FVMRK XS TEVXMGMTEXMRK WXSVIW 1%40);33(1%00 1EPP MHI 8VMGO SV 8VIEXMRK 7EXYVHE]3GXSFIV WX TQ 1EWOW EVI EPPS[IH SRP]SR GLMPHVIR IEVW SPH ERH SYRKIV 2S XS]IETSRW SWXYQIW WLSYPH FI SVR SRP]HYVMRK IZIRX LSYVW 0SGEXIH X[S FPSGOW 7SYXL SJ SR LMXI IEV ZIRYI 7LSTTMRK PMRI Cityof Maplewood 8 October 2009 Feed The Animals FREE! Guitar Lessons SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 10:30 - 11:30AM TUESDAYS, NOVEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 8 (SEETIMES BELOW) ATTHEMAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER FREEDEMO NIGHT TUESDAY, OCTOBER27, 6:00 - 7:00PM Meetoursnake, toad and salamander. Watch themslurp upa continuingguitarlessonsforthose whowanttolearnto playguitar 651.249.2170 toregister. theeasyway. Participantsarerequired tobringtheirownguitar. Classes takeplaceattheMaplewood CommunityCenter. CostisScoutWildlifeBadge70.00 ($60.00forMCCmembers). Call651.249.2230toregister. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 10:00 - 12:00PM Beginning 6:00 - 6:55PM ATTHEMAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER Level2 7:00 - 7:55PM Continuing 8:00 - 8:55PM Minnesota wildlife. Hike withbinoculars tospyoncrittersinthe MCCYouthSoccer Clinicwetlandandwoods. Learn aboutshrews, bats, and birdswhile earningyourbadge. Cost is $4.00perchild. Call651.249.2170to THURSDAYS, NOVEMBER 12 - DECEMBER 17 no classNov. 26) register byNovember 10. SEE TIMES BELOW) Finetune your soccer skillsinthis fun andexcitingclinic. Thisco-edDrop-Inand Experience Nature MCCYouth Soccer clinicisdesigned fornoviceplayers. ParticipantsTUESDAYS, NOVEMBER - MARCH, 12:15 - 1:30PM willreceivea cool clinic shirt. Classes take placeattheMaplewoodNOV. 3, DEC. 15, JAN. 5, FEB. 16, & MAR23) Community Center. Costis $42.00 ($33.00forMCCmembers). CallOfferedattheMaplewoodNatureCenterincollaborationwiththe651.249.2230 toregister. EarlyChildhoodFamilyEducation Program (ECFE).Thisclass is K-1st 5:30 - 6:25PMdesignedforparentsandchildrento “drop-in” and enjoythe indoor 2nd-3rd 6:30 - 7:25PMexhibits, sort andmatchwith nature activities andexplore the trails. 4th-5th 7:30 - 8:25PMNoregistrationisnecessary-payatthedoor. Costis $3.00per child. Schools Outw(MWGSZIV YXYQRx RRYEP TTPI IWXMZEP THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15- PINZBOWLING / PIZZALUNCHSaturday - Sunday, Oct. 3 - 4andOct. 10 - 11 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16- MARCUS THEATRE / POPCORN & POP Afton Apple: Areyoulooking foragreat way tospendthosenon-schooldays? Wehavethe answerforyou! Sendchildren ages5 - 12tothe Open Daily10am - 7pm Maplewood Community Center! From9:00AM - 4:00PM kidsare invitedfor action packed daysfullofsports, swimming, crafts andSY4MGOTTPIWTVITMGOIHEZEMPEFPI 4MGO SYV S[R TYQTOMRW swimsuit, and toweland we’llbring thefun! Cost is $35.00perchild. Familyfunforeveryone! Step it Up With MCC Youth DanceOfferingaCornMaze, Hayrides, CiderPressing THURSDAYS, OCTOBER 8 - JANUARY14Demonstrations, FacePainting, Playground, Petting Farm, Concessions, MusicandMore! Center’sYouth DanceProgram. Allclassesmeetonce aweek andaredesigned topromote teamwork and self-esteem. A group 14421 South 90thSt. rehearsaland performance, held onJanuary 16, willconclude theHastings, MN 55033 theMaplewood CommunityCenter. Costfor allyouthgroup dance651) 436-8385 classesis $150 ($140 forMCC members). Call651.249.2230forwww.aftonapple.com more informationCornmazeopenBeginningBallet & Jazz 5:30 - 6:15PMFri. 4-10pm, Sat.10am-10pm, Sun. 10am-6pm. Ballet & Jazz 7:05 - 7:50PM BeginningTap & JazzComboHayridesavailable6:20 - 7:05PMSat.-Sun. 10am-6pm Tap & JazzCombo 7:50 - 8:35PMMon.-Fri. 3-6pm Cityof Maplewood 9 October 2009 MeetFitness InstructorBuckthornPullAtVistaHillsParkLaDonnaHolmbergSATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 9:30AM - 2:00PM FREE! GroupsWelcome! We’ll pullbuckthorn in themorning (kids11+) Exercise Instructor at the MCCwho’spassionforandcutandherbicideintheafternoon (adults only). Training andrefreshmentsprovided. Wear longsleeved shirtsandlong pants, plussturdy shoes. Forherbiciding, bringboots and rubber Personal Training, Spinning, Water Fitness, andgloves. Meetat northborderofwoods. Parking isavailable in ActiveAging Adults. Thewinner ofthewinter 2009 Lose2Win Weight LossChallenge wasa partici- pant onLaDonna’s team! LaDonna specializes in Small Group651.249.2170 to register byOctober 20. training. LaDonna’smotto is: CombiningFitness andgoodnutritionNaturePhotographyClassbecomesahabitwhentheroadtowellnessbeginsatwhereyouareSATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 8:30 - 11:30AM ATTHE MAPLEWOODNATURE CENTER, 2659 E7TH ST. Spinning at5:45AM, ForeverFitat 8:00AMJoinphotographerEllenWoldfortipsandtricksfortakingbetter nature photos. Bringyour owncamera and tripodfora photo 9:30am AquaChallengesessionalongthenaturecentertrails. Costis $10.00 per person. Yogaat 8:00AM, StepMix at9:15AMCall651.249.2170toregister. DitchtheWorkoutand JointhePartyatMCC! Youmayenter your bestshotsfor theFriends ofMaplewood NatureCalendar PhotoContest. There willbe $25.00prizes and TUESDAYS, NOVEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 15, 5:30 - 6:30PM one $100.00prize. Formore informationcalltheMaplewood THURSDAYS, NOVEMBER 5 - DECEMBER17, 5:30 - 6:30PM Nature Center orgo towww.ci.maplewood.mn.us/nc. SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 7 - DECEMBER19, 9:30 - 10:30AM AdultGolf Lessons musicfromaroundthe worldintoanhour-longgroup class. Costfor Signaseven-weeksessionis $56.00 ($42.00for MCC members). WEDNESDAYS, OCTOBER 21 - NOVEMBER 18 (SEETIMES BELOW) up forall3sessions for $138 ($96.00 MCC members). Ifyouare anavidgolfer ornewtothesport thisseries of 5lessonsis foryou! You willlearnall aspectsofgolf improvement with special 6-weeksession $42.00 ($36 forMCCmembers) PersonalTraining Special! drills. Cost is $105.00 ($95.00for MCCmembers). Call651.249.2230 to register. 6 One-Hoursessions that includes a NutritionalBeginner/Novice 6:15 - 7:00PM Consultation witha registereddietitian and 450Value! Intermediate/Advance 7:15 - 8:00PM Fall Table Tennis Tourney 325.00 ($225.00 MCC members) SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 (CHECK-IN: 11:30AM, TOURN: 12:00PM) HolidayCraft & GiftExpoPrepareforagameofcompetitionandfunandtheMCC. Pre-registration isrequired byOctober 15. Costis $5.00 ($3.00 for MCCmembers). Call651.249.2204for moreinformation. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2009CPRandFirstAid9:00AM - 3:00PM ENJOY FREEPHOTOS WITHSANTA 651.249.2230toregister. Costis $80.00 ($60.00for MCC members).& COOKIES & COCOAWHILE YOUSHOP FOR THEPERFECTHOLIDAYGIFT! City ofMaplewood 10 October 2009 CityofMaplewood PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGEMaplewood, MN55109 PAIDPhone: 651.249.2000 Permit #4903www.ci.maplewood.mn.us St. Paul, MN ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Printedon recycledpaper. Fall Family KarateFun FREE Senior WellBeing Seminars The Maplewood Community Centerand MONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AM The EdgeMartialArts, based in Stillwater, At the Maplewood Community Minnesota offer a greatkarateprogram for Center, 2100 WhiteBear Ave. Register forkidsandadultsofallages. October 19: Life Write w/Laura- 3 monthsand receive $5.00OFFEACH MONTH! Costis $60.00 ($45.00forMCC encourages youtoremember members). Call 651.249.2230 toregister. stories, record them, writethem, LIL’ DRAGONS (AGES 4-6) or justtellthem. MONDAYS, 5:15 - 6:00PM October 26: Holiday Craft KIDS BEGINNER (AGES 7-12) Project: Joinothers in makinga clay-pot pumpkin bell. Presented by MONDAYS, 6:15 - 7:00PM Synergy HomeCare. TEENTO ADULT (AGES13-ADULT) November 9: Medicare D: Information aboutMedicare insurance and MONDAYS, 7:15 - 8:00PM openenrollment. PresentedbyMetropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Call 651.249.2230 toregister. Member Appreciation Special 2 FREE MonthsWhenyoupurchaseorrenewanannualmembership 8 0initial feeOneDayOnly! October 8, 2009 Offering882More PMAM ThanAnnualmembershipsonly Ever Before. Call 651.249.2230 today! 6IGVIEXMSR 4VSKVEQW RWMHI Maplewood Monthly November 2009City Newsletter Save TheDate OnSeptember 14, 2009, theCity Council adoptedaresolution settingthemaximum levyincrease for the2010Budgetat a5.0% increase over the2009levyamount. Intotaldollars, thislevy increase is: 15,876,235 [09Levy] X5% = $793,810. The taxlevyis theamountof fundsthat theCitycollectsfromNovember20 - 22 property taxes. Thetaxlevyof $16,670,045proposed for2010 isoutofFri & Sat7:30PM Sun2:00PM atotalbudgetof over $41million. Theother revenues inthe budgetareattheCommunityCenter sewerfees, environmental utility fees, alongwith charges forservice at theMaplewood Community Center andRecreation Programs. The November 13, 6:15PM budgetalsoincludes feesfor theambulance servicesandcharges for atCarver CommunityGym buildingpermits. The5% taxlevy increase was setbased upona preliminary analysis of the City’sneeds. Atracking ofgovernmental December5, 9:00AM - 3:00PM forgovernmental serviceshave increasedby0.83%. Thecitystaff haveattheCommunityCenterestimatedthatthemajorincreaseinexpensesfor2010aremainlyinthe areaofemployee expenses forcost oflivingincreases andhealthcare costs, plus debtservice to pay forbondssoldtopayfor neighborhoodroadway reconstruction. December 31, 6:00 - 8:00PM attheMaplewoodNatureCenter VisittheMaplewood Community Center, 2100WhiteBearAve. on2fortheShop ‘TilYouDropHoliday Craft andGift Expo. Whether youare shoppingforanew and unusualtreasure orlooking tomake adentin yourholiday giftlist, thisevent 2 offerssomething foreveryone! Artisans, crafters, local businesses, andin-home business consultantswillbeavailable forconvenient, one-stopshopping. Findsomething unique andoneofa kindfor everyoneonyourlist. 5 AHoliday Expojust wouldn’t becomplete without avisit 6 from Santa Claushimself sobe suretostopby from 10:00AM – 2:00PM to see Santaandreceive a complimentary photo. Takea breakto fuelupwith7cookiesandcocoaprovidedbyCubFoodsandtake advantage of FREEholiday facepainting. 8 Ifyouare feeling creativebesure topre-register youand 9 yourfamily for theSnowmanBuildingContest. Heldfrom 11:00AM – 12:00PMon Maplewood Community Center Thankyouto oursponsorgroundsthisFREEcontestisopentoparticipantsof9agesandwillbejudgedbySantahimself! Families or individualswillcompete for aholiday gift basket. 10 Don’tmiss thisfunandfestivefamily event! Formore informationorto registerto beavendorcall651.249.2103. 11 DianaLongrie: Mayor 651.774.1490 diana.longrie@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us WillRossbach: Councilmember 651.779.0220 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us ErikHjelle: Councilmember 651.714.8588 erik.hjelle@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood Meeting ScheduleMaplewoodCityHall CityCouncil: Monday, November 9 & 23 at6:30PMGeneralInformation651.249.2000 Deputy Registrar andPassportHours: Community DesignReviewBoard: Tuesday, November 10 & 24at6:00PM Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Environmental & NaturalResourceCommission: Monday, November16at7:00PMSaturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM Housing & Redevelopment Authority: Nomeetingscheduled inNovemberMaplewoodCommunityCenter Registration 651.249.2230 CitizenForum: Saturday, November7at10:00AM CustomerService 651.249.2230 Park & RecreationCommission: Wednesday, November 18at7:00PMAdmissions651.249.2210 Theater/BanquetRoomRental 651.249.2103 PlanningCommission: Tuesday, November 17at7:00PM Group Information 651.249.2203 HistoricalPreservation Committee: Thursday, November 19at7:00PMBirthdayParties651.249.2203 Aquatics 651.249.2206 AllCityCouncilandCommissionmeetingsarebroadcast liveon ChildCare 651.249.2218 Channel16andarerebroadcastonaschedulethatisposted at Fitness 651.249.2207 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Anymeeting cancellationsarepostedon theCity’swebsite. Maplewood Recreation GeneralInformation 651.249.2124 CityHallwillbeclosed: November11 (Veteran’sDay) Maplewood NatureCenter November26 & 27 (Thanksgiving) GeneralInformation 651.249.2170 Code Enforcement Hotline 651.249.CODE (2633) Online: Go towww.ci.maplewood.mn.us andclickon Report AViolation” on the right-hand sideof thehome page. GrowYourBusiness! 6IGVIEXMSR 4VSKVEQW RWMHI Maplewood Monthly Makeastatementinyourcommunity. Reach overNovember2009CityNewsletter CityCouncilSetsMaximumLevyIncrease 18,200homes, businesses, andapartments withthe For2010At5% SaveTheDate OnSeptember 14, 2009, the City Council adopteda resolutionsetting the maximum levy increase for the2010 Budget at a 5.0% increase over the 2009 levy amount. Intotal dollars, this levy increase is: 15,876,235 [09Levy] X 5% = $793,810. The taxlevy is the amount offunds thatthe City collects fromNovember20 - 22 propertytaxes. The tax levy of $16,670,045 proposed for2010 is out ofFri & Sat 7:30PM Sun 2:00PM atotal budgetof over $41 million. The other revenues in the budget areattheCommunityCentersewerfees, environmental utility fees, along with charges for service at the Maplewood Community Center and Recreation Programs. TheNovember13, 6:15PM budgetalso includes fees for the ambulance services and chargesforatCarverCommunityGymbuildingpermits. The5% tax levy increase was set basedupon a preliminaryanalysis of the City’sneeds. A tracking of governmental December 5, 9:00AM - 3:00PM forgovernmental services have increasedby 0.83%. Thecity staff haveattheCommunityCenterestimatedthatthemajorincreaseinexpensesfor2010aremainlyinthe area ofemployee expenses for cost ofliving increases and health care costs, plus debt service topay newsletter isfeaturedonthecitywebsite. Formore December 31, 6:00 - 8:00PMfor bonds sold to pay for neighborhood roadway reconstruction. at the Maplewood Nature Center OneDayShopTil’ YouDrop: HolidayGiftExpo Visitthe Maplewood Community Center, 2100White BearAve. on2fortheShop ‘Til You Drop Holiday Craft and Gift Expo. Whether you areshoppingforanewandunusualtreasureorlookingtomakeadentinyourholidaygiftlist, this event information, contactHeidiCareyat651.249.2021or 2 offers something for everyone! Artisans, crafters, local businesses, and in-home businessconsultantswillbeavailableforconvenient, one-stop shopping. Find somethinguniqueandoneofakindforeveryoneonyourlist. 5 A Holiday Expo just wouldn’t be complete without avisitfromSantaClaushimselfsobesuretostopbyfrom610:00AM – 2:00PM to see Santa and receive acomplimentaryphoto. Take a break to fuel up with7 heidi.carey@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Thank youtothe cookies and cocoa provided by Cub Foods andtakeadvantageofFREEholidayfacepainting. 8 Ifyou are feeling creative be sure to pre-register you and9yourfamilyfortheSnowmanBuildingContest. Held from 11:00AM – 12:00PM on Maplewood Community CenterThankyou to our sponsorgroundsthisFREEcontestisopentoparticipantsof9agesandwillbejudgedbySantahimself! Families orindividuals will compete for a holiday gift basket. advertiserswhosupport thispublication! 10 Don’t miss this fun and festive family event! For more information or to register to be a vendor call 651.249.2103. 11 one! WeHaveTheTools & ExperienceNeeded ForAJobWellD 651) 777-0111 or (612) 750-4500 www.andrusbuilt.com ANDRUS HOMESMNLicense #20081470 WILicense #898705 Cityof Maplewood 1 November 2009 Caught Recycling New City Initiative The Friesenfamilyat 1291Myrtle OnJuly27, 2009, the citycouncil passed anordinanceestablishing Street North isthelucky winnerof $50 anEconomic DevelopmentAuthority (EDA). Thepurposeofthe for recycling duringthe monthof EDAis to “carry out economicand industrialdevelopment and September. TheBergsrudsat 2990 redevelopmentwithintheMaplewood areapursuant toBylaws Furness StreetNorth were also asmay beadopted bythe Authority. Itshallconfer withother City caught recycling duringthemonthof departments, and other public and privategroups onmatters relating October andwon $50. Each month tobusinessand industrialdevelopment and periodicallysurvey the through December, onerandomly area’sindustrialand commercial climate.” TheEDAwillbecomprised 8LI VMIWIR EQMP] selected residentfromeachof by themayorandcity council. districts willbe caughtrecycling and Thecouncil alsopassed anordinanceestablishing the Maplewood willbethewinner of $50. Therecy- Business andEconomicDevelopment Advisory Commission clables must beonthecurbby 7:00AM. BEDC). The BEDCwill bea seven-membercommittee. Three of themembersmustbesmallbusiness owners. TheBEDCDoyouneedarecyclingbinsothatwillbeadvisorytotheEDA, thecity council, andwillmakeyoucanbeawinnerliketheFries- recommendationsoneconomicdevelopment and redevelopmentensandtheBergsruds? Stopby the projectsand relatedissues. Business ownersand residents arePublicWorksbuildingat1902Countyencouragedtoapply. Road BEasttogetyour distinctive 8LI IVKWVYH EQMP] red Maplewood recycling bin. Weare Ifyouareinterestedin beinga member oftheBEDC, please check openMonday through Friday, 8:00AMto4:3PM. Foranswersto thecity’sweb pageatwww.ci.maplewood.mn.usfor furtherdetails or allofyourrecyclingquestions, call651-633-EASY (3279) orgoto www.RethinkRecycling.com. applicationdeadline hasbeenextended to November 27, 2009. It’smore convenient to recycle if youhavea bin. Remember, if you don’trecycle, youdon’twin. And neither does theenvironment. Take the Pledgeto Recycle MORE November 15isAmerica Recycles Dayandto celebrate weare asking you totakethe pledge. Takethe pledgetorecycle more, because it’seasiertomake adifference nowmorethan everbefore! Recyclingisoneof theeasiestways youcanhelpstopglobal warming. Forexample, oneton ofrecycled papersaves enough energy topowera three bedroomhousefor anentire year. Andit allstartswithrecyclingyour householdpaper andmagazines once aweek. NESA FUTSALSOCCER LEAGUES Seeifyou can do more. Then get afriend todothe same. Start by North East Soccer Association (NESA) is currentlyorganizinglettingusknowthatyou’reansweringthe calltorecycleby signing indoor soccer (futsal) leagues for girlsand boysages8 to 19. Three 6-game sessions arebeing offered andwill betheonlinepledgeathttp://www.americarecyclesday.org. playedat EdgertonGym. Session datesare: Session 1: November7 throughDecember 20 Session 2: January 7through February14 Session 3: February 20through March28 Sessionprices are $200per team or $40 perfreeagent player. Additional league informationand registration formsare availableat www.nesasoccer.org. Questions? ContactDave Morck (NESATechnical Director) atnesasoccer@gmail.com Cityof Maplewood 2 November 2009 TheMaplewood Monthlyarticle scheduleisdivided suchthateachcouncilmember has twocitynewsletter issues towritein ayear andtheMayor hasfour citynewsletter issuesto writeina year. Councilmember Juenemann was scheduled towriteanarticle fortheNovemberissuebuthas declinedtosinceshe isonthe November 3, 2009Election ballot. CityCouncilSetsMaximumLevy continued fromcover) TheCityismandated tokeep their levyataminimal increase based CityManagerJimAntonen presentedthree optionsforthe City uponstatelegislation. Thisoptionconsidersraising the levyupto Council toconsider, whilerecommending a 7.0% levyincrease to themaximum allowed bythat statute. In2009, the City wasallowed toraisethe levy by3.9%, butthe Council decided toreduce that December 2009. Themaximum levyisanamount forthe council to amountto2.1%. Thismeansthat althoughthe2010levy increase consider andappearsonpropertytax statements. Thelevycan islimited tolessthan 1% at0.83% increase, the baseishigher and decrease basedupon additional considerationfromtheCity fundsarestill available. Underthis optionanincrease of3.8% is Council, butcannot be raisedoverthe amountsetinSeptember. allowedbecausetheCity Council chosetoholdalower levyin Thethreeoptions presentedwere: 2009, which isstill available forconsiderationand would generate anincrease of $591,045 overthe2009 levy. Underthis scenario, themedian Maplewood homewould seea $20decrease in their This optionwasprepared property taxes ofless than $10annually, assuminga Ramsey assuming thatthere would be Countyincreaseat2.8%. Aslightdecrease of lessthan $10 would no increase in taxescollected in occuriftheSchool Districtsincrease theirlevy by 3-4% asanticipated. 2010. The staffprepared draft Theincrease in taxeswillbeborne by ahigher percentage by budgetsbasedupon this scenario. commercial – industrial-apartment properties, because those The reduction inthegeneral properties haveseena smallincrease orvery minor decrease fund, which contains amajority in theaverageproperty values. ofthe fundslevied for taxesis from abudgetapprovedfor2009 Underthis scenario, the budgetwould allow someofthe priority of $18,488,200to $17,384,517, itemsthat would needtobecutin2010tobeaddressed, including a reduction of $1,103,683or 5.97%. Thisbiggest reduction in revenuetothe Citywill bedueto alossof $759,337fromthe state ofthe CityCode, maintenanceoftheAnimal Controlservicesand ofMinnesota throughthe unallotment process. Theoutcome would These positions include2in thePoliceDepartment, 4in Public Thisoption proposes thatthe Citypursue aspecial levyto refund Works, 2inParks/Recreation area, 1in InformationTechnology and thebudgetforthefunds losttothe State ofMinnesota throughthe 1 inBuildingMaintenance at MCC. Additionally, the demonstrated 2008Unallotment ofMarketValueHomestead Credit [MVHC] of 244,473and 50% of the 2009Unallotmentof MVHC of $257,432. cutstoanimal control, squad carreplacement, adelay in replace- Thiswould add $501,905tothe overall levy for2010 offundsthat thestateofMinnesota has usedtobalance theirbudgetoutofthe services, snowplowing, and park maintenance. The largestimpact Maplewood levyfromthese years. Thisscenario would propose isonthe programsforParks andRecreation, which hasbeen di- tomovefurther downthe Unmet Needslisttousethe fundsas minishedin pastyears, and duetoretirements willbedownfroma designated. Under thisscenario, the City would increase the levy highof7employees in 2005toaproposed2.5employees assigned tothemaximum level and includea special levyofthe unallotment totheseprograms. Alistof unmetneeds estimated bythe staff amounts. A totalincreaseof7.0% in funding of $1,092,959would isover $2,100,000. In addition, a return tothe 2008levy for debt resultfromthis approach. Acomparison to2009noted thatwith a servicewould benecessary, but under thisoptionwould not occur. 7.0% increase inthe levy, theCity wouldhave fewer fundsavailable Underthisoption, theaverage residential property in Maplewood has inthe GeneralFunddueto thedecrease in MVHCpayments from seenadecrease inthe taxablevalue oftheir property duetotheon- thestateofMinnesota and adecrease inbuildingactivity, reducing goingrecession, which if alltaxing agencies havenochange intheir feespaidonbuilding permits. Under thismaximum option, there levywillresult ina $90to $112 reduction inproperty taxes in2010. wouldbe a decreasein the General Fund of $10,724. Theimpact Notethat Maplewood propertytaxesaccount for only30-35% of ofthis optionofthemedian Maplewoodhomewould beanincrease the propertytax bill.] of $40-$55annually, or about $4-$5 permonth inCitytaxes. Cityof Maplewood 3 November 2009 continued from page3 Pride Of Maplewood AwardTheCityCouncildidnotapproveanyoftheaboveoptions, but Congratulations to Heidi Carey forbeing chosen as aPride ofselectedanoptionbetweentherecommendedUnallotmentLevyMaplewoodrecipient. Optionincrease of7.0% andthe LevyLimit Option increase of 3.8%. Theselectedoption proposeda maximumincrease of5.0%, Heidistarted working for Maplewood on June11, 2001. LevyLimit approach tobeaddressed, while adding anadditional Sheworks inthe Citizen Services 200,000 fordebt service needsandtoreplenish reservesused to Department and managesallof coverreductions in statepaymentsin 2009. The5.0% levyin- the advertising and marketing creasewillgenerate anadditional $793,810 which isapproximately forthe CityofMaplewood, the theamount thatthe cityfailed toreceive in MVHCpayments from Maplewood Community Center, 6EQIEY\YQER 6IWSYVGI SSVHMREXSV IMHM thestate ofMinnesota [$759,337]. Property tax statements willbe Recreation Programs, EVI]1EVOIXMRK HZIVXMWMRK 1EREKIV 4EYPMRI 7XETPIW 6IGVIEXMSR4VSKVEQ1EREKIVmailedtoallpropertyownersestimatingtaxesontheirpropertyinMaplewood Monthly (City 2009. It isestimated thatunder this option, the median Maplewood News), Cityevents includingTaste of Maplewood & Friends, and homeowner willsee aslightdecrease of lessthan $5 annually inselling sponsorships and adspace. total propertytaxestobe paid in2010. Theamountshown istheSheisextremely professional all the time, andherwork is topquality.” Wehavebeentold bymarketing agencies thather workis “exceptional”. budget. TheCouncil will debateoptions to reducethe levyamount at their onHeidiworksclosely and verywell with co-workersand isalways All persons thereto givesupport andassistance.” wishingto beheardshould eitherappear at this hearing, or provideShe strivesfor excellenceandperfection witheachproductcommentstotheCouncilmemberspriortothisdate. The Councilproduced. It isapleasure toworkwith suchaprofessional.” willbe holdingworksession meetings toreviewtheimpacts ofthe Thank you, Heidi, forallyoudoto promotetheCityofMaplewood. 2010budget recommendations andtoidentify any furtherreductions. Cinderella willbeavailable priorto thePublic Hearing that may includereduc- tions below the 5.0% levyincrease. Thebudget document willbeavailable ontheCity’s websiteasit becomes presented. Copieswill alsobe available forreview at CityHalland locallibraries. NOVEMBER 20 - 22 FRIDAY - 7:30PMTheCity Council willcontinuereviewing optionsfor reducing theSATURDAY - 7:30PM levy, plusother potentialreductions on December 7. Property own- SUNDAY - 2:00PM ersarewelcome toattend orcanprovide written correspondence Thank youtoto the attention of City Manager, JimAntonen at Jim.Antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.usorbymailing comments to City Hall. GetInvitedTo An ExclusiveCinderellaTeaParty! IVM2SFPIPurchaseoneofthefirst100ticketssoldtoeachshowandVMHE]ERbeinvitedtoanexclusive teaparty. Takephotoswith7EXYVHE]ERCinderella and thePrince, enjoyrefreshments, andgetyourInspiredbyJoniMitchell, butwitha voiceandveryown princesscrown. Buyyourtickets todaytotakestyleallherown, KeriNobleinvokes anintenseadvantage ofthisexclusiveopportunity! mix of pop, soul, and R&B.” TICKETS $12.00 - $20.00 LMXI IEV ZIRYI CALL 651-249-2230TORESERVEYOURSEAT! QETPI[SSHGSQQYRMX] GIRXIV GSQ City of Maplewood 4 HeyKids! GetYourHoliday Groove OnFamilyMovieNight Joinyourfriends andDJSteve Reedand getyour groove onatthe CarverCommunity Gym Holiday Dance. Thisevent isforstudents ingrades 4to6 only. Student attendeeswill be locked in theschool andparentsare requiredtocomeintothe schooltopick themup. hisplacein nature’s “circle oflife”. Thismovie willbeshownonthe Costis $5.00/person. Concessionswillbeavailable forasmall fee. bigscreenin the CarverGym located at2680UpperAftonRoad. For moreinformation, call651.249.2124. Admission isFREE. Concessionswillbeavailable for asmall fee. Bringa chair, blanket, orpillow tositin comfort. Parental supervision is requiredat thisevent. Formoreinformation, call New! Letters For SantaWorkshop 651.249.2124. TurkeyHoliday Fun Calling allboysand girlsages 2+! Bringyour wishlists andjoin us forourLetters ForSantaWorkshop. Our elveswillhave everything thatyouneedtowrite anddecorate theperfect lettertoSanta – we’lleven mail itfor you! Enjoyholidaystories anddelicious treatsPrepareyourchildren (ages 4-8) for Thanksgiving withfun and whileyoucreate. Parents arewelcome tostay. Space islimited, soeasyholidaycrafts. The festivities continue withfunmusic and a besure toregister early! Cost is $3.00perchild. Call 651.249.2230delicioussnacksograbyourpaintshirtandjoinusfora greattime! Cost is $7.00and pre-registration isrequired atleast to registerby December 8. one week beforeclassdate. Holiday Happenings Party! whileparents areout shopping and preparingfor theholidays. Located onWhiteBearAvenue 2 blockssouthofI-694 Activitiesinclude: Santa’svisit, games, music, snack, movies, artsMaplewood, Minnesota andcrafts, andholidaystories. Bring an unwrappedgift forToysfor Totsandreceive aspecial prize! Cost is $9.00 ($7.00for MCC members). Call 651.249.2230 toregister by December 11. 23:)1&)6 New Year’s Party atthe Nature Center0SGEP4VSHYGXW 7IVZMGIW 8LEXIPIFVEXI IEPXLi 2EXYVEPP] Join usfora celebrationof Green Lifestyles featuring healthy food, exhibits, and giftideas. Shop withapurposeand enjoythe spiritof the Green at thesefamily festivals. Helpusbringinthe nature center’s 31’ styear with games, treats, You providethelaughter andnew year’ s stories! Thisevent isgreat funforthe whole family (bestfor ages 3-8with adult). Cost is $15.00per family, call 651.249.2170 to register. Info: Carmen @914-779-4952A Production of www.GetGreenTodayExpo.com561-863-7884 info@getgreentodayexpo.comA Production of www.GetGreenTodayExpo.com561-863-7884info@getgreentodayexpo.com 5618637884info@getgreentodayexpo.com 5CityofMaplewoodCity ofMaplewoodNovember PreschoolGymboreeExploringNature & Taking Care Of The Earth THURSDAYS, NOW - DECEMBER 17, 10:00 - 11:30AM PreschoolGymboree isdesignedfor childrenages1 - 5 withASERIESOFFEREDATTHENATURECENTERWITHEARLY energy toburn. Joinusin the gymfor aroly-poly goodtime! WeCHILDHOOD & FAMILY EDUCATION (ECFE) provide theballs, mats, toys, and games - youbring thefun! SATURDAYS, NOW - MAY, 10:00 - 11:30AM Because thisis nota structured program, children mustbeaccompanied byanadultatalltimesand anyoutside equipment broughtalongmeeteachmonthattheMaplewoodNatureCenterduringthe mustbeapproved bythe gymmonitor. Cost is $3.00perchild, perschoolyearbeginninginOctober. ECFEteachers arecollaborating dayformembers and $4.00per child, per dayfornon-members. withnature center naturalistsforthis unique program. Funactivities highlightadifferenttheme each month withstories, crafts, YoungRembrants Pre-Schoolpuppets, andexploring in the woods. Costis $4.00per child, per Artastic ClassToregistercall651.748.7280 (Early Childhood & Familytime. SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER7 - DECEMBER19, 10:00-11:00AM www.isd622.org (clickon EarlyChildhood & Family Education YoungRembrandts teaches pre-schoolchildrenages 3-5the skills necessary to drawmore complex images. Aspre-schoolers learntodraw andcolor withourstep-by-stepmethod, theyDatesandtopics: November 21 - Meet LiveMinnesota Animals InYourBackYard handwriting readiness and attention todetail. OurweeklyDecember12 - Forts (bringyourownbox) Freeand Green Winter programprepares themas learnersso theywillbesuccessfulFamilyActivitiesinkindergarten. Participating inYoung Rembrandts’ creativeand encouraging classeshelpsyoung childrenlearntofollow directions, Drop-Inand Experience Nature holdand useapencil, and stayontask. Class willbeheldattheTUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, JANUARY5, FEBRUARY 16, & Maplewood Community Center andcost is $60.00per session. MARCH23, 12:15 - 1:30PM ATTHEMAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER Gym and SwimJoinusforour “5” Drop-In and Experience Nature Classes that MONDAYS, NOVEMBER 16 - DECEMBER 21areofferedattheMaplewoodNatureCenterincollaborationwith5:30 - 6:30PMtheEarlyChildhoodFamilyEducationProgram (ECFE). This Give yourenergetic preschooler (ages 3 - 6) theuniqueclassisdesignedforparentsandchildrenbirthto5yearsopportunitytoburnoffsomeenergywithgymold (beforekindergarten enrollment) tojust “drop-in” andenjoythe and swim at theMCC! Fungym gamesandindoorexhibits, sortandmatch withnature activities, create with plenty ofsplashing in thepoolis boundnatureandothermaterials, andexplore the nature trails. Wear to make forafun andfabulousday. comfortableclothing forindoor andoutdoor activities. No Costis $36.00 ($33.00forMCCregistrationnecessary. Costis $3.00 perchildwhich can bepaid members). Pleasehaveyourchildatthedoor. dressed with aswimsuit under their clothes. Call 651.249.2230 to register. BeginningTumbling SESSIONONE (A): FRIDAYS, NOVEMBER13 - JANUARY 8, 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES 2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES 4 - 6) SESSIONONE (B): SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 14 - JANUARY 9, 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES 2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES 4 - 6) SESSIONTWO (A): FRIDAYS, NOVEMBER 13 - JANUARY 8, 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES 2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES 4 - 6) SESSIONTWO (B): SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 14 - JANUARY 9, 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES 2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES 4 - 6) Theseclassesaredesigned especiallyfor littleonesto practice their coordination while learningtotake turns, followdirections, interact classeswillmeet intheMCCMotion Zone and cost $36.00 ($33.00forMCC members). Registration deadline is oneweek before classesbegin. Cityof Maplewood 6 November 2009 MCC Kids Club MONDAY, TUESDAY, & WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER2 - DECEMBER 16, 9:30 - 11:00AMYoungRembrandtsIfyourlittleonesbetweentheagesof3 - 6 lovecrafts, Elementary Class Ages 6-12years) SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER7 - DECEMBER19, 10:00-11:00AM willmake newfriends, learn newskills, and mostimportantly, AtYoung Rembrandts, we teachdrawing, thefundamental skill haveagreat time! Signupforone dayorthe whole week. Costofallvisualarts. Webelievethat drawingisa skillthatcan – is $7.00/day ($5.00forMCC members) or $18.00/week ($12.00andshould – belearned byall children. WhileYoung Rembrandts’ for MCCmembers). Pre-registrationis required atleast oneclassesarestructuredandeducational, childrenlearn bestwhen weekin advance ofthe class. Note: Parents donot needtotheyareentertainedandengaged. Young Rembrandts combines stayattheMCC during our programbutallparticipants must bethebestofbothworlds – foundationalart skillsin afun, nurturing potty-trained. environment – thatgives your child theacademic advantage. Class will beheldat theMaplewood Community Center and costis $60.00persession. Call651.249.2230 toregister. By TheLight Of TheOwl Moon WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER2, 6:30 - 8:00PM ATTHEMAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER Ages7 and olderwithadult and smallyouth groupswilllearnto identifyby sightand sound4Minnesota owls, then hike thetrail bythe lightofthe full moontolook andlisten fortheir calls. Dissect an owl “pellet” todiscover whatthey eat. Cost is $4.00per person. Call 651.249.2170toregister and prepaybyNov. 31. Edgerton CommunityGym AfterSchoolOpen Gym TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, NOWTHROUGH JUNE 3:30 - 5:30PM Thisfunafter schoolprogramisfor youthgrades3 to6 immediatelyfollowing school dismissalinthegym. Activitieswill other gymgames. Costis $2.00perstudent payableat thedoor. Cityof Maplewood 7 November 2009 SWIM REGISTRATION ISGOING ONNOW! DecemberMiniandWinterFullSession FLOTATION FRIDAYSThetimehascomeonceagainforyoutoregisteryourwaterbaby (or yourself!) forMaplewood Community Center swimlessons. Coursedescriptionsmaybe foundon ourwebsite at www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com, clickon Aquaticsand Seasonal LessonSchedule to CtherightunderQuickLinks. AllDecember mini-session classesincludesixlessons and slide! During Flotation Fridayscost $50.00 ($40.00 forMCCmembers). All winterfullsession classes includeeightlessons and cost $68.00 ($53.00 forMCC members). Semi-private lessons areavailable on Saturdays atarate fun theMCC hasto offer. Costof $115.00 ($90.00forMCC members) pereight lessons. is freeto members and included in the priceof daily admissionToregister, stop bytheMaplewood Community Center CustomerService Desk (Monday for non-members. 9:00AM - 7:00PM, Tuesday - Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM, Saturday8:00AM - 12:00PM). Online registration isalsoavailable atwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us (clickon RecreationPrograms). Ifyou areregistering forourprogramsonline forthefirst timeyouwill needto pre-registerforyour online accountbefore registering on thisday! Orregister byphone at651.249.2230. Privatelessonsare alsoavailable by arrangementatarateof $40.00 ($30.00for MCCmembers) for onelesson, $152.00 ($112.00for MCC members) for fourlessons, or $288.00 ($208.00 forMCCmembers) foreight lessons. Allprivate lessonsare 30minutes. To schedule your privatelesson today, contactRon at 651.249.2206 orron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. 4IVJSVQERGI JSV E 0MJIXMQI ANew Musical VMHE]7EXYVHE]ERH 7YRHE] 3GXSFIV XLVSYKL 2SZIQFIV W XMGOIXW KS SR WEPI SY GER YWI SYV GSRZIRMIRX SR PMRI XMGOIXMRK XS TYVGLEWI SYV XMGOIXW EWLPERHTVSHYGXMSRWSVK 2205,3056,2438,3113][ 18+ Open Dodgeball League FREE Senior Well BeingSATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 21 - JANUARY23 SeminarsNOGAMESDEC. 26) MONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AMDodge, duck, runandthrow toafuntime! Joinother peopleinter At theMaplewood Community Centerestedinexperiencingthefunofarecreationaldodgeballleagueina2100WhiteBearAve. structured and excitingenvironment! Each teamwillconsist ofsix to tenparticipants containing anycombinationofmales andfemales. This presentation encouragesyou torememberstories, Theleagues willbe 8weekslong witha 4teamplayoff the9th week. record them, writethem, or just tellthem. Leaguechampions willreceiveFREE entrytothe Spring league. Rateis $300perteam. Registration deadlineis November 12. Homemade holiday cardcraftproject. Presented by Synergy HomeCare. Winter Botany Event General community withaninterest inlearning more aboutSATURDAY, DECEMBER5, 9:00AM - 12:00PM Alzheimer’sdisease andtheAlzheimer’sAssoc. services. ATTHEMAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER Presented byAlzheimer’s Association. ofour winterhardynative plants. We’llbestudyingwideassortment Getcomfortablewitha digital camera to captureallthose precious holiday moments. Presented bySynergyDressfortheoutdoors! Thiseventis freebutpre-registration is Home Care. required bycalling 651.249.2170. This presentation encouragesyou torememberstories, record them, writethem, or just tellthem. Karate Call 651.249.2230 toregister. Lil’ Dragons: MONDAYS, 5:15 - 6:00PM - AGES4TO6 KidsBeginner: MONDAYS, 6:15 - 7:00PM - AGES7TO12 Teen - Adult: MONDAYS, 7:15 - 8:00PM - AGES13TOADULT TheMaplewood Community CenterandTheEdgeMartial Arts, Adult Dance 16+ based inStillwater, Minnesotaoffer agreatkarate program forkids WEDNESDAYS, DECEMBER2 - andadultsofallages. Costis $60.00 ($45.00forMCCmembers). JANUARY6, 8:00 - 9:00PMRegisterfor3monthsandreceive $5.00OFFEACHMONTH! SOCIAL BALLROOMSAMPLER CLASS:Foxtrot, Swing, ChaCha SocialSampler Classwillcover many styles andtemposofmusic, formany dancingoccasions. Findouthow FO social, mental, andphysical healthLDASHIONED andhowmuchfunitcanbe! CostQBUILTINGEEforcouplesis $110.00 ($85.00for MCCMembers) andforindividualsis2170CountyRoadD 65.00 ($50.00forMCCMembers). Afun day ofquilting and socializing NOV. 14, 10:00 - 2:00PM 9CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewood November2009 November 2009November2009 January 25th, theMaplewood Community CenterFitnessTeam willbe kicking offthe 2010 Lose2Win Winter Weight Loss YOUtoResolveto Reduce in2010! It’snotaboutadiet andmaking temporary improvements. It’saboutmaking adecisiontocommit toa Schedule for theholidays. lifestyle change andtransforming yourphysique and future! Atthestart ofthis 12-week challenge, participants willbe assignedtoa MeetFitness Instructor Beth Dempseycoacheswillbeofferingsmallgrouptrainingsessionsandeducational Beth hasbeen aGroup FitnessseminarsontopicsincludingNutritionforaHealthilyLifestyle, TheFast instructor for 22yearsand isalsoFoodJungle, Stress Management, PortionControl, Exercise Smarter NotHarder, BoostingyourMetabolism, HealthyMealPlanning, Foods forEnergy, Maintaining Your NewPhysique andmore! Inaddition, fun Core Training Specialist. Beth has abackground in musical theatreand danceand lovesto incorporate thatintoClinics, LapSwimming Clinics, Tai ChiCh’uanandLine Dancing. Classes her classes. Shehas found thatshewillbeofferedatmultipletimesduringthedayandweektoaccommodate particularly enjoys coretraining, danceallparticipant’sschedules. Not onlywillyoubetransforming yourbody and workingwith seniors. Her fulltimeandyourlife, participants willalsocompete for great prizes! Required passion isbeing awifeandmomtoweigh-ins willkeep youontrackand allow youtomonitor yourprogress. Charlie, 8 andLily, 6! The “winninglosers” willbedetermined bypercentageofbody weight lost Hermotto: Mixitup. Setagoal. Don’tbeafraid totrysomethingovera12-weekperiod. Allparticipants willreceivea challenget-shirtand discounted feesonprograms andindividual personal training sessions. moreconsistent! Also: Don’t beafraidtobea beginnerat something - everyone isa beginneratonetimeor another. JustTakepartinthisamazing, life-changingchallenge forjust $20.00 aweek show upand tryyourbest. formembers and $30.00aweek fornon-members (fee includes three JoinBethon Tuesdaysat6:45PMfor CardioCore, WednesdaysmonthMCCmembership)! Registration begins December 8and closes at12:45PMfor StabilitySculpt, oronFridaysforCoreTrainingJanuary8. Adults18years orolderare welcome toparticipate. The and Dance Expressat9:15AM. challengewillrun 12consecutiveweeks beginning January 25-April12. Space islimited - register today! Fullpayment isdue atthe time ofregistration. Call 651.249.2230for more information. Speaks toParamedicsWhen YOU Can’t. JeffRonning, RhondaLarson, 2009Lose2Win 2009Summer VitalIDNowAvailableWinterMeltdownintheSportShop. Challenge Lose2Win 651) 249-2230Winner. Lost Winner! Lost Only $1053Poundsin31Poundsin 12weeks!12weeks! City ofMaplewood 10 November 2009 CityofMaplewood PRSRT STD1830CountyRoadBEast U.S. POSTAGEMaplewood, MN55109 PAIDPhone: 651.249.2000 Permit #4903www.ci.maplewood.mn.us St. Paul, MN ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Uponrequest, thisnewsletterwill be madeavailableinan alternateformat.Printedon recycledpaper. Nature Center BirthdayParties FOR CHILDREN 4ANDUP! Celebrate yourchild’s Birthday Party atthe NatureCenter with aLive Animaltheme! Two hour party includesonehour roomOnThePoliceScannerrentalandonehourNature InSeptember, theMaplewood Police Department responded Activity. Childrentouchand to2,060calls for service. seethe animaloftheir choice: 17Assault Cases 0 RobberyCases snake, salamander ortoad. 25 BurglaryCases 109Theft Cases Participate inaNature Bingo 21AutoTheftCases 50Theft fromVehicle Cases Hike and getcool bug boxor 40Criminal DamagetoPropertyCases colorfulrecycled crayon favors. Cost is $75.00. Calltwo weeks inadvance to scheduleyourforDWI. party. (651) 249-2170 1ETPI[SSH 7IEWSRW RWMHI Maplewood Monthly December 2009City Newsletter Save TheDate Thename “ChangeOne” comesfrom theReader’s Digestbook titled “ChangeOne: Lose Weight Simply, Safely, andForever”. The conceptinvolves makingone changeto yourlifestyle anddieteach weekinorder to loseweight. AsIwasreading thebook, theideacame tome thatthisconcept could workin other areas of mylifeincludingbeingabetter stewardof theearth. Asthechair oftheEnvironmental andNatural Resources Commission myroleisto conductourmeet- To viewtheordinancevisit ingsandbeup-to-dateandadvise our citycouncil onenvironmentalissuesthataffectMaplewood. www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/wetlands or contactShann Finwall at651.249.2304 Whilegovernment dictates policies andestablishes law, realchangeoccur oneperson ata time. So what change could I personally maketobe abetterstewardof the earth? Ichose tostopusingplastic bags, and insteadpurchased reusablecloth bags andafree-trade wovenDecember31, 6:00 - 8:00PM basketfromEcuador. Plastic bags havebecomeubiquitous in theworld; between 500billion and aattheMaplewoodNatureCenter trillionplastic bagsareconsumed eachyearwithlessthan 1% being recycled. Mostplastic bagsend upinour oceansviadrains, sewage pipesand dumping. Plasticbags photodegrade: theybreakdown intosmaller, moretoxicpetro-polymerswhicheventually contaminate soilsandwaterways andenterJanuary8 & 9, 7:30PM atMaplewoodPerforming ArtsTheatre plastic bags frompolluting our earth! TheChange Onelist thatyoucanmake to beabetter stewardof theearth islong: recycle more, January 30, 7:30PM compost food andyardclippings, walk orbike insteadofdriving, turnyour thermostatdown, plantatMaplewoodPerformingtreesonyourproperty, orcheck outXcelEnergy’s listofenergy saving tipsatArtsTheatrewww.xcelenergy.com/SiteCollectionDocuments/60_Ways.pdf. Allofus collectively changingone smallbehaviorcan help2usachieveacleaner, safer, healthier, andmorebeautiful world. ChangeOne, justone, for asustainable Maplewood…youcan! 3 3 6 Visit the Maplewood CommunityCenter at 2100White BearAvenuefor annualholiday favorites 7 likethePresent Toss, SantaBingo, Arts andCrafts, a specialholiday story, andvisitswithSanta. This indoor winterwonderland event willgetkidsin8theholidayspiritandwillgiveparentsthe opportunity tohead to thestores toshop for 9 those last minute gifts. Bring anunwrapped giftforToysForTots andreceive aspecial prize! Costis $9.00 (or $7.00forMCC9members). Call 651.249.2230 toregister by December 11. 10 DianaLongrie: Mayor 651.774.1490 diana.longrie@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us WillRossbach: Councilmember 651.779.0220 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us ErikHjelle: Councilmember 651.714.8588 erik.hjelle@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood Meeting Schedule Maplewood CityHall CityCouncil: Monday, December7* & 14at7:00PM 2010proposed budgetpublichearingGeneralInformation651.249.2000 Deputy Registrar andPassportHours: CitizenForum: Saturday, December 5at10:00AM Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Community DesignReviewBoard: Tuesday, December8 & 22at6:00PMSaturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM Environmental & NaturalResourceCommission: Monday, December 21at7:00PMMaplewoodCommunityCenter Registration 651.249.2230 FishCreekNaturalAreaGreenwayAd-HocCommission: CustomerService 651.249.2230 Friday, December 4 & 18at1:00PM Admissions 651.249.2210 HistoricalPreservation Committee: Thursday, December17at7:00PMTheater/BanquetRoomRental 651.249.2103 Housing & RedevelopmentAuthority: Wednesday, December9at7:00PMGroupInformation651.249.2203 BirthdayParties 651.249.2203 Park & RecreationCommission: Wednesday, December16at7:00PMAquatics651.249.2206 PlanningCommission: Tuesday, December 1 & 15at7:00PMChildCare651.249.2218 Fitness 651.249.2207 AllCityCouncilandCommissionmeetingsarebroadcast liveonMaplewoodRecreationChannel16andarerebroadcastonaschedulethatispostedat GeneralInformation 651.249.2124 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Anymeeting cancellationsarepostedon MaplewoodNatureCenter theCity’swebsite. GeneralInformation 651.249.2170 CityHallwillbeclosed: December25, 26andJanuary1 & 2CodeEnforcement Hotline 651.249.CODE (2633) Online: Go towww.ci.maplewood.mn.us andclickon Report AViolation” on the right-hand sideof thehome page. BePartoftheCommunity! Callnowtolearnhowyoucantakeadvantage ofaFREEad. Reachover18,200homes, businesses, Newsletter. Theentirenewsletterisfeatured onthecity website. Contact Heidi Careytodayat651.249.2021or Thank youtothe advertiserswhosupport thispublication! one! WeHaveTheTools & ExperienceNeeded ForAJobWellD 651) 777-0111 or (612) 750-4500 www.andrusbuilt.com ANDRUS HOMESMNLicense #20081470 WILicense #898705 Cityof Maplewood 1 December2009 Pride Of Maplewood AwardSandyLakeCollaborativeEffort Congratulations toJason Brash for being nominated for thePrideofThissummertheCityreceivedanumberofcomplaintsfromMaplewoodAward. residentsabout operations atthe Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) site located southofCountyRoad B, west of Jason joined the Cityin May2006 I-35E. SPRWS hasbeenthe retail provider ofwater servicessince as aBuildingInspector Intern. He’s theCity’s inception. And in1996, theCity chose totransfer all currently aBuilding Inspector waterassetstoSPRWS and entered intoanagreementthat Apprentice. Duringthis past facilitatedbecoming apermanent member oftheSPRWS system. summer he helpedout inthe MQ RXSRIR MX]1EREKIV TVIWIRXW E[EVH XSSPRWSservesSaintPaulandnearbymetrosuburbs. SPRWS Public WorksDepartmentfor a EWSR VEWL YMPHMRK RWTIGXSV TTVIRXMGI hasoperatedattheSandy Lakesitefor over 70years. few months. He wasnominated forhisexcellencein hisservicetotheresidents of Maplewood. Complaints, mainly about noiseand dust, stemfrom thespreadingof Jasonhasbeenagreat leaderin facilitating thesodprogram. Residents havecommended hiswork insolving problemsand getting results.” productofthe watertreatment process, wasdiscontinued atthe sitein themid 1990’s. TheMinnesota Pollution ControlAgency switchtothe PublicWorksDepartment. HehasbeenaninvaluableMPCA) mandated thecapping (covering) of thelime, which asset duringthis year’s construction projects. required200,000 cubicyards ofsoiltobeimported and spread Jasonisalways trying toimprove himselfand the department heoverthesite. In2006SPRWS obtaineda gradingpermitfrom the worksin. He washiredas afull-timeemployee onOctober 2, 2006. City and began thecapping operation. Hehastaken onevery taskassigned tohimwith a positiveattitude. Jason has always been reliable andproductive.” Toresolve citizen complaints citystaff worked withthe Thankyouand congratulations Jason Brash for yourservicetotheneighborhoodresidentsandSPRWSrepresentatives. Meetings Building Inspections andPublic WorksDepartments and thecitizensbetweenthepartieswereheldonSeptember21stand29thinorderofMaplewood. forSPRWS tounderstand the citizenconcernsandprovide aplan formovingforward. Theneighborhood hadfourcitizenrepresentatives. Aspartofthe collaborativemeetingsSPRWS provided thecitizens withthe schedule for remaining work and alsocontact information forfuture complaints. Itwas foundthat about 95% ofthe complaints were duetothe capping process. According toSPRWS only3weeks remain andthe weather isfavorable. Theoperation mayresumeand becompleted inspring of2010asaresult ofthe wetweather sustained inOctober. SPRWS willalso beworking towards solving otheroutstanding issues expressedby citizen representatives includingimproving communications. Acity councilreview of SPRWS’s conditional usepermit forthe site washeld onOctober 12th. Thegeneralmanager fromSPRWS explained theprogress madewithresidents at thestakeholder meetings. The permitfor thesite willbereviewed in 6months toensure conditions arebeing met andresidents are informed ofactivities by SPRWS. Theprocesstoresolveissues was very citizenconcerns. Cityof Maplewood 2 December 2009 ByMayor Longrie TheCouncilCornerisaspacethatisrotatedmonthlybetween theMayorandCouncilmembers. Greetings! Friends and Neighbors exceptfor outgoingCouncil member Hjelle. Approximately 10 citizens attended as well. Theholidaysare just aroundthecorner – a timetoshare with friends andfamily – atimetoreminisce. I remember, asa littlegirl, Senator Frankenhasheld a numberoftheselisteningsessions inIdiscoveredthe “truth” aboutSantabeforemylittlebrotherdid. He wasfouryears youngerthan I. Sincethe “catwas out ofthe bag” community’s needs inthefutureandhow hecould beofassistance. mymother thoughtthe timehad cometodiscontinue thetradition of Asthe Mayorofthe host site, I washonoredtointroduce Senator Frankentothe groupas wellas presentMaplewood’sperspective. otherhand, I wasmore sentimental andwanted the traditionto Following isanexcept frommy address: continue. Soatthe ageof10or so, I boughtlittle trinketsand thoughMaplewoodhasfaredbetter thansomeofthesurround- thehouseknowing. Imagine the surpriseChristmas morning ofboth ingcommunities inthe metro areaduring theseeconomictimes, onemylittlebrotherandmymother. Remembering their astonishment ofour greatestchallenges inthe next fouryears willbetomaintainbringsasmiletomyfacetoday. But enoughmusingoverChristmas the economic vitalitythatwe havebecomeaccustom to. Past – Ihave newstoget toyoubeforeI beginplanning forthis year’sholiday surprises! Recentlywe formedthe Economic DevelopmentAuthority, or EDA. Inpart, wedid thiswithaneye towardretaining ourexisting smallbusiness community, ourthriving retailmixand our largerAttheSeptember14, 2009 councilmeetingthemaximum corporatecitizens – suchas3Mand St. John’sHospital. However, propertytaxlevywasset. Mymotion tostabilizeourCity’smaximum thesecond partofthe EDAequation istoexpand anddiversifyproperty-taxlevyat2007and 2008levels didnot pass: Ayes – 2 ourcommercial base, whichwillbring more good paying jobstoLongrie; Hjelle) Nays – 3 (Rossbach; Juenemann; Nephew). Following the failedmotion, the leadwas takenby Rossbach to set themedical device industry, technology andeco-friendly energytheCity’smaximum 2010property-tax levyat 5% overthat of2009. industriesfocusing onrenewable energy suchas solar, wind, algae toRossbach’s motionpassed by a3 to2vote infavorofthe council majority (Rossbach; Juenemann; Nephew). Atthat time, thecouncil other innovations. majority challenged me todevelopa budgetseparate fromthat of theCity Managerthat wasconsistent withcityexpenditures and Withthis inmind, yoursupport inworking sideby sidewith Senatorrevenuesin2007/2008. deviceindustrywould begreatly appreciated and would stimulateAsdiscussedinpreviousarticles, Maplewood isnotimpacted by interest inthe medicaldeviceindustry toexpandandcreate newtheState’sLGAcutsfeltbyother communities. Atthe November9, jobsinourcommunities. Additionally, continued andnewfederal2009workshopthecouncilreceivedrevisedbudgetnumbers incentivestojumpstartmicroincubators and supportmicrolendingindicatingaslightdecreaseinthemaximum2010propertytaxlevy of5%. However, attheNovember 9, 2009council meeting, the entirestate ofMinnesota. I waspresent during some ofthecouncilmajorityenactedfeeincreasestotakeeffectin2010 – one hearingsin Washington DCon theAIGbailout debacle. I cantellsuchexampleistheenvironmentalutilityfeewitha7% increase. you, astheMayorofMaplewood, that citizens would rather givea helping handtostartupcompanies andthose businesses inourheldDecember7, 2009 - 7:00PM - atcity hall. Atthat same communitywho wanttoexpand andcreate goodpaying jobsovermeeting, I willpresentanalternatebudget proposal asrequested corporate bailouts suchasthat ofAIG. by the councilmajority. Another issuefacing Maplewood, aswell aseveryone elsein the StateofMinnesota, isthe healthcarecrisis. Atthe citylevel, weOnNovember15, 2009, Senator AlFranken helda listening session needtoaddress heathcarecosts forourstaffin ourbudgetwhile negotiatingthe level ofcoverage andat whatpricein ourunionandNorthSt. Paulaswell asstate representatives Nora Slawik, contracts. Atthepublic level wehave citizenswhostruggle toretainLeonLillie, RickHansen, Maplewood’sRamseyConservation District theircoverage because ofsoaring costs, businessownerswho canSupervisorMargaretAnnBeherns, and Ramsey County Commis- not remain competitive inthework place becauseof thesionerVictoriaReinhardt. AllMaplewood council members attended Cityof Maplewood 3 December2009 SnowPlowing Reminders Withwinter approaching, it won’tbelonguntil our snowplowdrivers areoutin forceclearingsnowand ice, makingtheroads safefor motorists. Oursnowplow driversurgeyou toremember: across intersections. to complete fullwidthplowing ofall streets. Snow Removal Around Mailboxes andFireHydrants Inspectyour mailboxto make sure itcan withstand snow rolling off thesnowplow. It is alsotoyour advantageto TheCity ofMaplewood has establishedagoalof plowing allstreetswithin our13plowroutesfullwidth withineight hoursaftersnow hasquitfalling. The sidewalk/trailsystem will beopenedwithin 48hoursof completion of thestreetplowing. Thecityhas established parking ordinancesthat whenadhered to result in has quicker accessincaseof faster, more thorough service, and provide saferdrivingconditions. Parking for morethan 30minutes onthe streetduringasnowfall andthe plowingof snowis prohibited. Parking onthestreetis alsobannedyearround between2:00AM - 6:00AM. Parking onbridgeapproaches oron boulevardsor medians isalsoprohibited. information pertains to boulevard plantings, landscaping, irrigation, andmailboxes. Thepolicyand ordinances canbefound atwww. ci.maplewood.mn.us. Winter OutdoorSkating Maplewoodmaintains nineskating rinks throughout thecity, fourof whichhave supervised shelters. Skating facilitiesandshelters, depending on weatherconditions, willopen December26andclose February 20. Shelterswill notbe openwhentemperatures reach10 degrees belowzeroor the windchill reaches 25degrees belowzero. Shelters will alsobeclosed untilthe rinks arecleared followingsnow andwhenwarm temperature softens theice. Call theweatherinformation hotlinefor condition information detailsat651.249.2190. Holiday Shelter Hours: December 26 12:00 - 8:00PM December 27 12:00 - 6:00PM December 28, 29, 30 12:00 - 8:00PM January 1 Closed The JanuaryMaplewoodMonthlywill include details on theremainingwinter icerinkshelter schedule. RinkLocations AftonHeights (shelter) 63N Sterling St FourSeasons (shelter) 1685 Gervais Ave Gethsemane (shelter) 2401 E7th Street Edgerton 2001 BradleySt Harvest 2561 BarclaySt Kohlman 1000 County Road C Maplecrest 2101ArcadeSt Pleasentview 1100 Marine St Cityof Maplewood 4 December 2009 Continued frompage3 Rushline corridor project, wouldbe appreciated.” impacthealth insurance premiums have ontheir bottom line and citizenswhonolongerhave healthinsurancecoverage atall. While there aremany reasonsforthesespiraling, outofsight, healthcare Backin August, Iprovided some ofthepreliminary survey results frommy informal citizenssurvey. Approximately 2,500 surveys wereinsurancecoveragecosts, unnecessary administrative costs and bloatedsalariesof insurancecompany executivesare onthe sentout – not including the survey published in the August forefront. foundonthecitywebsite atwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Withthat, I wanttoparticularlythank youforyourintroduction of theFairnessin Health Insurance Act. As Iunderstand it, thisshort, andpolice patrolling evolved later inthe survey processas aresult premiumdollar must goto health services. Further, from myreading ofverbalcomments received fromcitizens whichappeared to be ofthe billthere would bea standardizedmeasurement ofthemedical months, as thecouncil setsproperty taxlevies & fees, spends taxlossratio, which upuntilnowhas been inconsistently determined frominsurance company toinsurance companyand fromstate to payermoney, decides priorities, creates public policyand propels state sotheconsumer can nevercompare apples to apples. Citizens downthe path ofselecting your residentialtrash haulerfor you, will appreciatetherequirement fortransparency includedinyour bill considerif the citizens’ opinionsarepartofthe equationornot. andtherequirement thatthe data be submittedandmonitored ata centrallocation. Morecitizen and council involvement in setting thepolicyand directionofMaplewood’s future iscalled for. Thestruggle I see our Finally, Iserveon theI94 transit commission to address transit City wrestling withisdetermining thedegree towhichcitizens will be “allowed” involvement whenthe council andstaff createsconnectionsbetweenthemetroandWisconsin. Maplewood would public policy or determinesCity spending. Personally, I feel anactive support oftransportation funding forthatproject, as well as forthe citizenry mustbepart oftheequation. Citizens wantand deserve transparencyandgreateraccess tomuch-neededinformation so theycan make informed, balanced decisions, participate in the 8v7 8,)makinginformed, balanced decisions on behalfof ourcommunity. EPMH 8LVY Public involvementincreatingpublic policyis critical. 1 378 1)< Ihopeyouhavefound thismonth’s CouncilCorner informative. As ofJanuary 4, 2010thebaton ofMayorwillbe passed ontoCouncilEPMH8LVY member Rossbach. Pleasefeelfreetocontact himfor any 1)< 32()6*90 assistance hecangiveyouingetting your footintoCityHalltohave yourconcerns addressed in aresponsive manner. His emailis 3-') 651.484.5427. 3*8,)6 EPMH 8LVY Asalways, oneand allareinvited to attend the monthlyCitizen’s1)< January2, 2010) atMaplewood CityHall from10:00AM tonoon. 8LMW LSPMHE]KMZI XLI QSWX SRHIVJYP GLSMGI SJ XLI IEV{7MQSR MJXGEVHW 8LI]GER FI YWIH Please feelfreetocall meanytime: 651.214.0859oremail: EX ER]7MQSR QEPP ERH XLI QMPPMSRW SJ QIVGLERXW XLEX EGGITX QIVMGER TVIWW EVHW MR XLI 97 ZEMPEFPI MR HIRSQMREXMSRW JVSQ z XLI]vVI NYWX SRIQSVI E]7MQSR QEPPW QEOIMX IEWMIV JSV SY XS WLST WQEVXIV 4YVGLEWI SYV 7MQSR MJXGEVHW XSHE] seeyou nextyear! BestRegards, Mayor DianaLongrie Theviewsexpressed arethoseoftheauthor andEditorialDisclaimer: 0SGEXIH X[S FPSGOW 7SYXL SJ SR LMXI IEV ZIRYI 7LSTTMRK 0MRI ofMaplewood. 5CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewoodDecember2009December2009December2009 New! Letters For SantaWorkshopGiveTheGiftOfMusicThis Holiday Season! Areyoulooking forthe perfect giftforthat hard-to-please Calling allboysand girlsages 2+! Bringyour wishlists andjoin usrecipient? Consider ticketsfor aperformance atthe Maplewood forourLetters ForSantaWorkshop. Our elveswillhave everythingPerformingArtsTheater. Throughout theupcoming year, this thatyouneedtowrite anddecorate theperfect lettertoSanta – plushandintimatetheater willplayhosttoa variety ofarts and we’lleven mail itfor you! Enjoyholidaystories anddelicious treatsentertainmentevents, includinga diverseand excitingmusicline- whileyoucreate. Parents arewelcome tostay. Space islimited, so besure toregister early! Cost is $3.00perchild. Call 651.249.2230 to registerby December 8. Partgospelandpart blues, singer- songwriter KeriNobleisamulti-faceted musician ifeverthere wasone. Inspired HolidaySwim-in Movie at the MCCbyJoniMitchell, butwith avoice allof RUDOLPH THEREDNOSED REINDEER ANDherown, KeriNobleinvokes anintense FROSTYTHE SNOWMAN: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12mixofpop, soul, and R & B. After 5:00PM (6:00PM MOVIE) having performedon bothsidesof the Taketimeoutfromyourfamily’sbusyschedule andhaveaglobewithtwoinnovativeandcriticallysplashinggoodtimefloatingonatubeandwatchingamovie atacclaimedrecordings, Noble returns home toMinnesota for an theMaplewood Community Center. Theevening willbegin withintimateeveningofstorytellingandsongplaying. flotation fun at5:00PM, followed bythe movie showing at6:00PM. Tickets: $25/Advance - $30/AtThe Door Eventisfreeformembers andincludedin thecost ofadmission for non-members. Call651.249.2230 for more information. Former leaderofthelegendary Midwest-basedand country-rock band, Gear Daddies, Martin Zellar has fashioned anequallyimpressive solo career. Firmly groundedinthequality craftsmanship of hissongwriting, the magicof Zellar’ssongs isacombination oflyricalsincerity, inspired yet simple arrangements, and hisunmistakable raspyvoice. Enjoythis rare soloacoustic show! Tickets: $18/Advance - $20/Atthe Door Topurchase yourticketsor toseethe exciting 2010 showline-up, visitwww.maplewoodarts.com orcall 651.249.2230. Christmas Open House DEC. 5 - 6, 1:00to4:00PM Joinusasatthefestivelydecorated Bruentrup Heritage Farm! We’llbedemonstrating ethnic holidaybaking. Enjoycoffee & punchasyou samplehomemadecookies & lefse. Savethedate: VictorianTea (JAN. 9th) 2170 E. CountyRoadD www.maplewoodhistoricalsociety.org 6CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewood December2009 December2009 2170EastCounty RoadD, Maplewood School’s Out! Music Together Spend thosenon-school daysat the MaplewoodCommunity 1. WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 6 - MARCH 10 Center! Children ages5 - 12 areinvitedforaction packeddays 9:30-10:15AM OR 10:30-11:15AM full ofsports, swimming, craftsandmore. AND checkoutour 2. SATURDAYS, JANUARY 19 - MARCH 13 9:30-10:15AM OR 10:30-11:15AM 3. SUNDAYS, JANUARY 10 - MARCH 14 25.00perchildfor allother days. Sign upfor all5daysandthe 4:30-5:15PM isalsoavailable for $5.00 perchildfrom7:00AM - 5:30PM. Call rhythm instruments and receive 651.249.2230toregister byDecember17.CDs andsongbooks ofthe SCHOOL’S OUT DATES: December 28, December 29 (Grand session’ssongcollection Slam), December 30, January 18, February 15so the funand learning can continue athome. Karate MusicTogether isfor LittleDragons: MONDAYS, 5:15 - 5:45PM - AGES 4TO6 children frombirthto age6 Beginner: MONDAYS, 5:45 - 6:15PM - AGES 7TO12 and their accompanying adults. Class isheldat theMaplewoodAdvancedBeginner: 6:15 - 7:00PM - Gold Beltandhigher Community Center andcostTheMCCandTheEdgeMartialArts, basedin Stillwater, offera greatkarate programfor kidsandadults. The martialarts classes and $90.00 foreacharegroupedbasedonskilltoensureeachlevelofstudent additional child. For moreCostis $60.00 ($45.00progressesatthefastestratepossible. information visitRegisterfor3monthsandreceive $5.00OFFforMCCmembers). www.MusicTogetherClasses.com ortoregister call651.439.4219. Ask aboutour FREEDemo Days! 7,0%2( 4IVJSVQERGI JSV E 0MJIXMQI 8 MONDAY, TUESDAY, & WEDNESDAY JANUARY11 - MARCH17, 9:30 - 11:00AM Ifyourlittle ones between the ages of3 - 6 lovecrafts, swimming, 4VIWIRXW R IRGLERXMRK WXSV]SJ XLI SPH childwillmake newfriends, learn newskills, and mostimportantly, SSH GEVZIV LITTIXXS ERH havea greattime! Don’t missour swimdays. Costis $7.00/dayLMWQEVMSRIXXI4SRSGGLMS 5.00 forMCCmembers) or $18.00/week ($12.00for MCCSJGPIEZIVGLEVEGXIVWERHmembers). Pre-registration isrequired atleast oneweekinPIWWSRWXSFIPIEVRIHIFVYEV]advance oftheclass. Note: Parents donot needtostayatthe MCCduring our programbutallparticipants mustbepotty-trained. W XMGOIXW KS SR WEPI SY GER YWI SYV GSRZIRMIRX SR PMRI Call 651.249.2230 toregister. XMGOIXMRK XS TYVGLEWI SYV XMGOIXW EWLPERHTVSHYGXMSRWSVK968,3072,1201,3129][12][,,][Arial]]7 CityofMaplewoodCity Youth Softball Clinic FLOTATION EVENTS THURSDAYS, JANUARY 14 - FEBRUARY 18 Cinstructionwillhelpyoulearntheeasywaywhilekeepingitfun. This slide! During Flotation FridaysclinicwillbeheldattheMaplewoodCommunityCenterGym. Costis 50.00 ($40.00forMCCmembers.) Call651.249.2230toregister. fun theMCC hasto offer. Cost is freeto members and includedTIMES: K - 2nd 5:30 - 6:25PM in the priceof daily admission3rd - 5th 6:30 - 7:25PM for non-members. 651.249.22306th - 8th 7:30 - 8:25PM Maplewood NatureCenterEvents! SnowshoeOpen House ages4+ withan adult) SATURDAY, JANUARY 2, 10:00 – 3:30PM Anaturalist willshow youhow tostrapon andwalk, run, andturn aroundwithyour snowshoes, answernature questions, andorient you tothenew trailsattheNature Center. Wear winterboots. Trywoodenor metalsnowshoes (wooden snowshoes require 4+ inchesof snow). One ortwosledswillbeavailable forpullingyoung kids. In case oflowsnowconditions, winter hikingis encouraged, & thevisitor center’snature exhibits areopen. Snowshoe rentalis $3.00/pair. Freehotchocolatefor allattendees! Drop-inprogram. BuildABirdfeeder ages8+ withan adultand small scoutgroups) SATURDAY, JANUARY 9, 1:30 – 3:30PM Buildabirdfeedertoattract birdstoyouryard. Dress foran outdoorbirdwatching hike. Allproceedsgo toElpisEnterprises, a youth job trainingprogram, whichassembled thekits made fromreclaimedwoodproducts.Costis $6.00 perfeeder andpre-paymentisrequired byJanuary 5. Snowshoe Hike ages4+ withan adult) SATURDAY, JANUARY 23, 1:00 – 2:30PM Learnaboutsnowshoes, strapon apair, and walkthrough our WinterWonderland. Instruction andsnowshoes provided. Wearsturdy winterboots andbringyour own mugforhot drinks. Ifsnowisscarce, we will goon awinterhikeinstead tolookforanimal tracksandsigns. Costis $5.00perperson andpre-payment isrequired byJanuary 21. New Year’s Party atthe Nature Center Helpusbring inthenature center’s 31’styear withgames, treats, craftsandcold weatherfun! greatfunforthe wholefamily (bestforages 3-8withadult). Costis $15.00 per family, call 651.249.2170 toregister. Allevents listed heretakeplaceat theMaplewood Nature Centerand Neighborhood Preserves (2659 East 7thStreet). Call 651.249.2170toregister! Cityof Maplewood 8 December2009 T’ai ChiCh’aun FREE Senior Well Being WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 6 - MARCH10, 7:30 - 8:30PM SeminarsATTHEDRAGONSKUNGFUSTUDIO, NORTHST. PAUL MONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AMT’aiChi Ch’uan, practicedin Chinafor 2500years, usesslow relaxed At theMaplewood Community Centermovementstodevelopstrengthwhileeliminatingtension. Whiledoing so 2100 White BearAve. reducestress andhelp increaseenergy levels. Agrowing bodyof Musickeeps yourmindsharp! Gettheskillstolearn this funresearchalsosuggeststhatpracticingT’ai ChiCh’uanhasmany and rewarding hobby. Detoxifyyour diet, healfromtheinside. Sleep well, no moreCostis $65.00. Call 651.249.2230for moreinformation. This presentation encouragesyou torememberstories, Community CPR record them, orjusttell them. SATURDAY, DECEMBER12, 10:00AM - 5:00PM CPR classes aredesignedto inform people howtorespond in Have yourbloodpressurechecked courtesyoftheemergencysituations. Participantsmayreceive RedCross Maplewood FireDepartment. CommunityCenter. Costis $80.00 ($60.00forMCC members). Thyroid, Hormone Problems, Auto-Immune Conditions, Sleep Disorders, Depression, allcan behelped by Call651.249.2230to register. Golf Lessons: Learn NowPlay Later TUESDAYS, JANUARY 19 - FEBRUARY 16 BEGINNER/NOVICE: 6:30 - 7:15PM INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCE: 7:30 - 8:15PM Golfisagameofalifetime, enjoyedbyjuniors andseniorsand allinbetween. Ifyouareanavidgolferornewtothesport, this improvementwithspecial emphasisonimproving drills. Costis $105.00 95.00forMCC members). Cityof Maplewood 9 December2009 Schedule for theholidays. Meet Fitness Instructor & Trainer Sheila Heinrich Sheila isnew tothe Maplewood training staff! Shebrings 16 yearsof New! Take Your Zumba Class To The Personal Trainer. Herformats include: Next Level...Introducing Zumba Toning Kickboxing, Step, Low-Impact, StrengthZUMBA® TONINGis anexciting, Latininspired innovative muscle Training, BootCamps, ActiveAging Adultstrainingprogramwiththeadditionoflightweighttoningsticks. and specializes in Personal Training forCreatedtoemphasizemuscleworkalongwithrhythms, this combination ofcardioanddynamicresistive exercisesisan Approach exercise withapositiveattitudeand your resultswill beeffectiveuseofprogressivelightweighttrainingtoimproveoverallpositiveaswell! JoinSheila onThursdays at10:15AMfor StraightUp Strengthor Fridaysat8:00AM forForever Fit! workoutand includescombination rhythms withinthesame songs 0MQMXIH 8MQI 3JJIVCongaHip-Hop, Merengue Hip-Hop, Reggaton-BellyDance, Techno andSalsa. ZumbaToning creates thesamepartyatmosphere as everyother Zumba programbecause the rhythmofthe danceisthe passionandfoundation whichkeeps everyone engaged andcoming back. Zumba Toning isfun, different, challenging andhighly effective! Join Zumba instructor MichellePronsatiTuesday OR Thursday mornings 7:00AM - 7:55AM at theMaplewood Community Center. Cost is $32.00 ($24.00 forMCCmembers). Though drop-insare welcome ($10.00 or $8.00MCCmembers), class sizeislimited. Pre-registrationis 4)6732%0 86%-2-2+ highly recommended! Call 651.249.2230for more information. 30-(%=74)'-%0 0*396 Looking fortheperfect gift? Consider arelaxation vacation... 7)77-327 320= 7EZMRKW The MaplewoodCommunity Center has madegift givingeasywith massage gift 1''1IQFIVW 7EZMRKW YVV]3JJIV IRHW15OFFIGIQFIV Buy yourstoday atthe 7-8'97831)67)6:-')36'%0083(%= City ofMaplewood 10 December2009 CityofMaplewood PRSRT STD1830CountyRoadBEast U.S. POSTAGEMaplewood, MN55109 PAIDPhone: 651.249.2000 Permit #4903www.ci.maplewood.mn.us ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Uponrequest, thisnewsletterwill be madeavailableinan alternateformat.Printedon recycledpaper. Caught Recycling: 1887 Beaumont StreetNorth TheMoeller familyat1887 Beaumont StreetNorth isthelucky winner of $50 forrecycling duringthe month ofNovember. Each month, one randomlyselectedresident fromeach ofMaplewood’s winner of $50. Therecyclables mustbeonthe curb by7:00AM. OnThePoliceScanner It’s thatsimple! December isthelast InOctober, theMaplewood Police Department responded monthtogetcaught recyclingandwin to1,919calls for service. 50. (HINT: ifyoulivesouthofI-94, 14Assault Cases 2 RobberyCases December maybeyour luckymonth). 17 BurglaryCases 136Theft Cases 28AutoTheftCases 31Theft fromVehicle Cases Thursday, December 10, 4:30PM - 7:00PM23CriminalDamagetoPropertyCases Saturday, December 12, 10:00AM- NOON for DWI. VIEX 7XSGOMRK 7XYJJIV 3** MWMX 4EWW EVH IGIQFIV MWMX 4EWW EVHW VERX SY GGIWW 8S EMP]HQMWWMSR 7XVIRKXL EVHMS VIE UYEXMGW EWOIXFEPP MXRIWW PEWWIW 6EGUYIXFEPP SV EPP SJ XLI EFSZI 4YVGLEWI SYV MWMX 4EWW EVHEX YWXSQIV 7IVZMGI 6IRI[MX JSV SV QSVI TEWWIW PWS EZEMPEFPI EX XLI SPMHE]MJX TS SR IG XL EX XLI 1''6)+ 90%60= TPYW XE\ LMXI