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6IGVIEXMSR 4VSKVEQW RWMHI Maplewood Monthly January 2010 CityNewsletter Save TheDate Weddingwoes? Worry nomore! TheMaplewoodCommunity Center’s semi-annual Bridal Expo willprovide youwith everything youneedtoplanToviewtheordinancevisityourspecialday. Meetwith dozensof Minnesota’s topwedding professionalswww.ci.maplewood.mn.us/signsor contactShannFinnwallat651.249.2304 Offeringa comprehensive collection of vendors, includingeventplanners 2010BridalExpoisyour one-stopwedding planningresource. January 30, 7:30PM atMaplewoodPerforming Bringyourfamily, yourfriends, andof course, yourwedding party ArtsTheatre foradayoffun, food, andfashion! MaplewoodCommunity Centercaterers willoffer exquisitesamples oftheir wonderful cuisine. Be suretostaylongenough toseeour fabulousfashionFebruary6, showsponsored byWedding Connection. Fromthe perfect12:00PM bridesmaid dresstothe perfectbridalup-do, thisshowwillfeatureatMaplewood avariety of looks, including themust-seefashionsof spring. WhileCommunityCenter youare thereregistertowinone our manyspectacular doorprizes! February27, 10:00AM - 4:00PM Whether youhave juststarted yourweddingplanning or areputting atMaplewood CommunityCenter seeadpg. 10 foreveryone! Topurchase yourtickets, call 651.249.2230. Ticketsare $5.00in advanceand $7.00at thedoor. 2 2 HAPPY NEWYEAR! AswestarttheNew Year, Iwish torecapinbriefsome ofthepastyear’sactivi- 3 Staffonproviding excellent service to thecitizensof Maplewood. Alltoooftenit is easier tocriticize 7 publicservants formistakes rather than praisethemfordoingtheirjob24/7. Maplewood isblessed withastrongandcompetent work forcedoing theirduty inproviding servicesin8 gainedan insightinto theproper administrationoflocal government. Clearly, we havefacedsome toughtimes, forexample, the unallotmentofmarket valuehomestead creditandthedeepeconomic9recession. Through allof thisand other factors, your citystaffhas endeavored to maintain thelevel ofservice thecitizens ofMaplewood have enjoyed overtheyears. Sure, mistakes have beenmade, 9 forthemI apologize. I pledgetoyou thatwewill try harder tobemore responsiveandproactive in 10 complete reportofthe departments’ activities. continued onpage3 11 WillRossbach: MayorElect 651.779.0220 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us JamesLlanas: CouncilmemberElect 651.488.2745 james.llanas@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, January11 & 25at7:00PMGeneralInformation651.249.2000 CityCouncilWorkshop: Thursday, Janaury14at5:00PM Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM CitizenForum: Saturday, January2at10:00AMSaturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM Maplewood Community Center Registration 651.249.2230 Environmental & NaturalResourceCommission: Tuesday, January19at5:00PM CustomerService 651.249.2230 HistoricalPreservation Committee: Thursday, January21at7:00PMAdmissions651.249.2210 Theater/BanquetRoomRental 651.249.2103 Housing & RedevelopmentAuthority: Wednesday, January13at7:00PM Group Information 651.249.2203 Park & RecreationCommission: Wednesday, January20at7:00PMBirthdayParties651.249.2203 Aquatics 651.249.2206 PlanningCommission: Tuesday, January5 & 19at7:00PM ChildCare 651.249.2218 AllCityCouncilandCommissionmeetingsarebroadcast liveonFitness651.249.2207 Channel16andarerebroadcastonaschedulethatisposted atMaplewoodRecreationwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Anymeeting cancellationsarepostedon GeneralInformation 651.249.2124 theCity’swebsite. Maplewood NatureCenter GeneralInformation 651.249.2170 Code Enforcement Online: Go towww.ci.maplewood.mn.us andclickon Report AViolation” on the right-hand sideof thehome page. AdvertiseintheNext Issue Callnowtolearnhowyoucantakeadvantage ofaFREEad. Reachover18,200homes, businesses, Newsletter. Theentirenewsletterisfeatured onthecity website. Contact Heidi Careytodayat651.249.2021or Thank youtothe advertiserswhosupport thispublication! YVKIVW IIV 7TSVXW 2);EMP]ETT] SYV 1SR VM TQ ZIV]2MKLX EQ 3ZIV 8:vW XS EXGLSYV JEZSVMXI XIEQ 1ETPI[SSH4EVX]6SSQW ERUYIX EGMPMXMIW P[E]W ZEMPEFPIEXGLSYVWLYXXPIFYW XSIZIV]www.champpsminnesota.comMOMRKW There are2 openpositions onthePlanningCommission, 1 open position ontheEnvironmental & NaturalResources Commission Whatyou needtoknowandwhat everyparent wants inasafe and and1openposition on theHousing andRedevelopment Authority. responsible babysitter. TheMaplewood CommunityCenteroffers Information onboth ofthesecommissions, aswell asMaplewood’s animportantRed CrossBabysitting Training coursedesigned for other commissions andboards, canbefoundonour citywebsiteat ages11+. This ever-popularclass teaches valuableconceptsand www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Please refer tothissite formeeting times. problemsolving skills. Complete the course in justone dayandbeginbabysitting the TheCityCouncil appointsresidents who volunteer toserve onCity next. Class willtakeplace onSaturday, commissions and boards. If youareinterestedin applyingfor the February 13from9:00AM - Planning Commission, the Housing & Redevelopment Authorityor the 3:30PM. Cost is $60.00 and Environmental & Natural Resources Commission, youcandownload includes aRed Cross theBoards andCommissions Application onthe citywebsiteor pick upanapplication at theCityHallfrontdesk. The deadline forapplications To enroll, call isJanuary20, 2010. Completed applications can bemailedto: 651.249.2230by February 6. Maplewood, MN55109 or they canbedropped offatthe CityHall frontdesk. If youhavequestions, please call651.249.2000. Cityof Maplewood 2 January2010 Continuedfrom coverpage Inourstateof theart 276seattheater wehost Ashland Productions 2009 has been abusy andrewarding yearinallaspects throughout whohadsuccessful performances intheirproduction ofAnnie and Seussical. In 2009, Ashlandpartnered withsevenschoolsthenumerousdivisionswithinthedepartment. Withlimited space to providing atheaterprogram forelementary studentsand hadshare, the overall themethat standsout isdespite the downturn in over 500children participate. thecurrent economy the service driven divisionscontinue tothrive. Finally oureffortsin Marketing andAdvertising aretobecredited passports. And, wehada record turnout fora localelection when withkeeping City events, processandprocedures, and offerings 27% ofregistered votersshowed upatthe pollsin November. readilyavailable tocitizens in Maplewood and our surrounding communities. In addition, wehave partnered withmany businesses InRecreation Programming our K-2 youth program continues to offering themadvertising opportunitiesin citypublications and partneringwith usas hostsfor numerousspecial events. FloorHockey numbers havedoubled overthe pastyear duetore- Ourlargest outreach tothecommunity atlargeis ourannualTastestructuringandhavingaqualityleadinstructorrunningtheprogram. ofMaplewood & Friends eventwhich approximately 4,000 people The Community Center averages about 22,000+ customers per attended. Pleasejoinusforthe 2010Tasteof Maplewood & Friends eventwhich willbeheld onAugust 6 & 7, 2010! anda widevarietyof freeopen gymsports formembers andvisitors hockeyand indoor horseshoes. In 2009we havehad over830 banquetroom bookings, including weddings, businessconferences Maplewood’s draft 2030Comprehensive Plan andfoundit tobeinandnumerousspecialevents. compliance withMetropolitanCouncil’sregionalsystemplans. Once adopted, the citywillundergo necessary amendmentstocode toensure consistencybetweenthe comprehensive planand zoningcode. 7,0%2( A2010goal istocontinue the establishment ofthecity’s new 4IVJSVQERGI JSV E 0MJIXMQI consider issuessuchas revolvingloanfunds, business expansion andretention, attracting newbusinesses andpurchasing or selling 8 land tostimulate development. The2010department goalsinclude: establish a City Parks4VIWIRXW Foundation; work withneighboring municipalities; create sustainable R IRGLERXMRK WXSV]SJ XLI SPH parkfunding opportunities; highlightparks as anessential citySSHGEVZIVLITTIXXSERHservice; implement the2030 Comprehensive Plan; increaseLMWQEVMSRIXXI4SRSGGLMS diversity inrecreational programming; increaseparticipation inSJGPIEZIVGLEVEGXIVWERHrecreationalprogramming; seekout funding andsponsors forparkPIWWSRWXSFIPIEVRIHIFVYEV]improvements and scholarships; develop master plansfor two neighborhood preserves; implement recommendationsfor the Fish W XMGOIXW KS SR WEPI SY GER YWI SYV GSRZIRMIRX SR PMRI Creek Natural AreaGreenway; as wellsas beginwork on XMGOIXMRK XS TYVGLEWI SYV XMGOIXW establishing a ten-yearvision forpark re-development. Continuedon next page EWLPERHTVSHYGXMSRWSVK1007,3074,1240,3131][12][,,][Arial]]3 CityofMaplewoodCity withthe CityCouncil tonegotiate, draft andimplement the contract cashasincorrectjournal entries and notadisappearance ofactual forthe Council’susetoevaluatethe CityManager’sperformance. cash. The 2007and2008 audits werecharacterized bylarge numbers of auditcorrecting entries. Proper bank reconciliations in personnelonpreventionofsexualharassment in the workplace. 2009 willmitigate theneedfor audit corrections.TheCitywasalsorequiredto seekandreceive newapproval ofits Finance staffhasalready startedworking with ourauditors to revisedaMandatory Leave Program pursuanttosuggestions from theLabor ManagementCommittee, andthat programiscurrently in place and successfullyoperating for2009. ImprovementPlan andsubsequently, the2011 Budgetonamore customary schedule. 2009 has been achallenging yearaswework For2010, a similarMandatory LeaveProgram planhasbeen negotiated. andaccepted byallbut oneofthe City’scollective negotiation of allnew laborcontracts for allCitycollective bargaining groupsin 2010 for2011. Continued onpage 5 Todate, we alsohavecompleted 500 life-safetyand construction inspections, refurbishedoneambulance and servedover 1200 SQMRK WSSR 7 ERH YRHIV theiropenhouse whereover400people attended. 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Also, aplanwasdevelopedby ouremergency management team to EMV7EPSR7TE, 7EPSR 7TE7EPSR 7TEQETPI[SSHEVXW GSQ 7EPSR7TE7EPSR7TE7EPSR7TE44VSJIWWMSREPW7EPSR7TE4lastyearthatweretakendirectlytothe cardiovascular lab whichwhichinturn reducedtheamountof damage done tothe heart. stepup oureffortsduring the 2010legislativesession toobtain ourbondingmoneytobuildtheEast Metro Regional FireTraining Facility. Wewillcontinue to offerpublic education inschools, aswell asother civicorganizations andalso continueto train attheoutstanding service toourcustomers. 4 City ofMaplewoodCityofMaplewood January2010January Continued frompage4 sideofthings we implementedthe Police in-carvideosystemand replaced the software thatmanages ourvideo surveillance system. their promotion toleadership roles thispastyear. Weworkedtoconnect toneighboring cities inorder tosharecosts nowandin thefuture saving theCitymoney. Wealso worked hardto green up” the Cityby onlypurchasing energy star computers andby virtualizing many of ourservers.technology is notnew, but thepurchase ofthissystem hadbeen delayed several years. Grantmoney madeitpossiblefor the Wehavemanyexciting projects coming upin 2010. Wewill offer webstreaming ofallofourmeetings. Thiswillallow anyone with an Internetconnection towatch liveorarchived meetings. We’llalso lookto addandenhance whatis availabletovisitors of ourwebsite. shotguns carriedin eachpatrolcar. Partneringwith neighboringcities tosharecosts and services will continue tobeahigh priority. forward with aprojecttoexpand the propertyandevidence room. ThroughFederal stimulus grants, a movable shelvingsystem was retirements ofLieutenant Kevin Rabbett, SergeantScott Steffen, purchased toexpand ourstorage capacity. Although thisproject wasstarted in 2009, the lengthy andtedious process ofloggingand the lossofnearly100years ofexperience. Wethankthem for their movingthousands of pieces of property and evidenceout andthen backintothe room oncethe project iscompleted, willextend into 2010. Stimulus grantsalso madeitpossible to expand the recording utilizedigital technology. Wearealsoexploring utilizinggrant money topurchase anautomated license platereader system tohelpreduce thenumber ofstolenvehicles inMaplewood andincrease the numberofrecovered stolen vehicles. weanticipate that 2010willcontinuewithdemands forservices. Inaddition tonormal daily operationssuch assnow plowingand ableto deliveradequateservices tosatisfy therequests of CominginMarch 2010... Extreme Presented by theMaplewood NatureCenter Green MakeoverGreenMakeover Transforming Yards ForASustainable Maplewood City ofMaplewood 5 January2010 Pride Of Maplewood Awardcitizens. A fewrecentexamples are: theconstruction ofatot CongratulationstoLt. MikeShortreedlotincludingtheinstallationofplaygroundequipment, installing Pride ofMaplewood Award. constructing a sidewalkalong acollector street. However, the department washithard bytheearlyretirement programwhichwas Lt. Shortreed joined theMaplewoodimplementedasacostsavingmeasure. At thebeginning of2010 thedepartment willbeshort threefull-timestaffwhich willrequire cross-training and sharing ofemployees within the department to accomplishdailyoperational duties. Atthistime, itdoesnot appear Over thepastseveral years, Lt. EZMH 8LSQEPPE 4SPMGI LMIJ VMKLX TVIWIRXW E[EVH XSthebudgetwillallowforthereplacementofthesestaffmembers. Shortreed hasspentuntold hours1MOI 7LSVXVIIH 4SPMGI 0MIYXIRERX 7SYXL MWXVMGX PIJX Thedepartment willcontinue itseffortsatcross-training andsharing thecommunity. He hasspearheaded numerous communityactivities, addressing infrastructure maintenance andoperationalneeds. including theSpecial Olympicsandall relatedevents.” TheCityofMaplewoodhasinfrastructure [roadsandpipes] thatare throughSafe & Sober, manytimeswithout compensation.” valuedatover $160 million. ThePublicWorks staffischarged with Hisdevotion tohis duty canbeseen bythe hidden hoursthat he operating and maintaining thissystem. ThePublicWorksengineer- puts into makeinvestigations runwell.” ingstaffcontinuestoaddress olderdeteriorated streetsand aging Lt. Shortreedistrulyanasset, and his devotion speaks volumesfor utilitieswithin Maplewood. Each year, oneneighborhood is selected his character andintegrity.” tobereconstructedbasedonthe City’spavementmanagement Thank you, Lt. Mike Shortreed, for yourservice tothe Citizens of Special Olympics. cies. However, alowerstreetratingindicates a bumpystreetwith problemsusually exist ontheseolder streetsalso. If thissounds Forthe135 milesof localstreetsin Maplewood, theCity Council goalistoensure 75% havea pavementcondition ratingof70or above. CurrentlytheCityisat 60%. The Citymustcontinueto invest in itsinfrastructure tomeet citizens’ needs and avoid increasedfuture costs. ThePublicWorks staff alsomustimplement numerousimprovements that reduce the impact ofrain waterand snowmeltonour lakes, wetlands and streams tomeet continually expandingenvironmental regulations. Ifyouhavequestions about yourstreet orutilities pleasecontact PublicWorksat651.249.2400. TheCityofMaplewood hasovercome a lotofchallengesover the pastyear. Wefaced these challengeshead on withthecooperative work ofourinvolved citizensanddedicated staff. WhenI started stabilitytothe citystaff. Thesecond was toprovidecreditability to thecitizens ofMaplewood. I hopein the pastninemonths I have achieved thosegoals. Now, I wishtowork withtheCity Counciland Staffinexpanding those goalsandobjectivesfor2010 andbeyond. Ihave anopendoorpolicyhereatcityhall and Iinvite youtovisit meeitherby phone 651.249.2050orin person tohelp medoa better jobas your city manager. City ofMaplewood 6 January2010 InvestingInMaplewood years topay thatamountontheir propertytaxes. TheCityusesborrows startaskingresidents/propertyowners tostart payingfor thisinfrastructureTheCityofMaplewoodcarriesadebtofjustover $75million. Thatdebt cost / assessment inadvance because some residents selltheir home. Inasaletransaction, pendingandcurrent assessments areusuallypaidyears. Anumber ofresidents haveasked aboutthedebt level. Isittoo bythepropertysellers. Previouslevy payments are not. Thisallowshigh? Why doweneed debt? IstheCity overspending fundsthat itdoes the sellertopassonthe cost ofthe streetimprovementinthe priceofnothave? These areall reasonable questionsthatwewillattemptto address inthisbriefsummary. improvement arepaying theirfairshare throughtheassessment cost andtheuse ofdebtfacilitatesthatprocess. First, let’slook atwhatthe debtcovers. Unlike othergovernment agen- cieson anationallevel, theCityofMaplewood does notborrowmoney TheCitytriestolimit the amountofdebtfrom theutility funds, althoughforoperatingexpenses. TheCitykeepsacashbalance available for duetoour expandedstreets program inthepast4years, there hasthesedailyexpensesandifrevenuesareshort, likeoccurredin2009, beensome minimal borrowing forthisamount, along withsome ofour stateaidpayments. Thiswasdetermined tobeeffective becauseduehand, mainlycoversthecostofcapital improvements. InMaplewood, a totheeconomic conditions, thepricesforconstruction areat 10-yearveryhighpercentageofthedebtisrelatedtolocalstreetandutilityim- low, asare theratesfor borrowing. The CityCouncildetermined thatanprovementprojects. TheCityis responsibleforamajorityofthestreets, advancedprogram would bethe most economical, butin the longterm, thesidewalks, trails, parkequipment andsewer/drainage pipes [called stateaidandutility costsarenot part ofbonding andareapay asyouinfrastructure] within ourCity. Itis therole ofgovernment tomanage and go approach. carefor these items. Whilesome ofthe infrastructure is relatively new, others havebeen inplacesincethe early1960’s. The currentestimated Finally, theCity’scontribution of $4million peryear fromthe levyof valueofthisinfrastructure isinexcessof $160million. Ourengineers taxesispart ofthe debtconsiderations. Again, similar toahomesale, estimate thatreplacing allofthisinfrastructure attheendofits useful life willapproach $400million. Obviously, the CitizensofMaplewood do not improvementare paying thecost. MostoftheCity’sborrowingislimited to wanttopayall ofthatexpenseat once, which iswheredebtanddebt project. The taxpayers are payingforthatthrough theirdebtlevy of approximately $4million peryear. Itcertainlywouldbe possibleto notOurinfrastructurevariesinusefullife, some lasting75-100 years, while payinterestcosts onthis amountbyapplying thecoston apay-asothersegmentscanlastonly25years. On average, forsimplicity, yougoapproach, butagain, thatwouldmean taxingsomeonefor anassumethatour $400 millioncostforreplacement oftheinfrastructure improvementproject thatthe City isplanning forinthefuture. Oncehasausefullifeof40years. That translatesinto anannual expensefor thefundsare available, thentheprojectisconstructed; however, if theinfrastructurereplacementof $400million dividedby40years or $10 property owner hassoldtheir home, theyhavepaid, throughtheirlevy, millionper year. Howdo wepayforthis $10million inannual project costs? Throughacombination ofassessments, citytaxlevy, stateaid, debtisalsotied tothe $10millionin annualcosts. Asnoted previously, andutilityfees. TheCitygenerally charges ourresidents [many have weborrowmostlyon a15-year basis. That means15 times $10 millionbeenthroughastreetreconstructionprojectduringthepast10years] or $150million. However, weassume thatinany givenyear, about halfforthestreetimprovementandpayassessmentsforstreetandstormofthosepayingassessmentsandhalfofthedebtpaymentshavebeensewer. Thisusuallycoversabout30%, or $3millionofthetotalcost. The paidandthuswehave 50% of $150million orthecurrent $75millionCityreceivesinexcessof $1million instate aidannually throughgas tax level of debt. feesthatmustbe usedfor infrastructure. Wealso haveutilitycharges foroursanitary sewer, environmental utility andasurchargeon your water billsthat provide up to $2million annuallyforthiscost. With the uses indeterminingthedebt, butprovidesanideaofwhydebt isimpor- 3million fromassessments, plusthe $1millioninstate gastaxaid, plusthe $2millioninutility fees, theCitycovers60% ofthe $10 million byMoody’s bondratingagencieswho assignedMaplewood abond cost. Theremainder ispaidfrom thetaxlevy andisapproximately ratingthatisonly higher in13% ofgovernment agencies throughout 4 millionperyear. Minnesota. Inaddition, Moody’s notedthat80% ofMaplewood’s debt willbe paidwithinthenext10 years. TheCityusesdebt tomanage this $10million inannual expense. First, theassessment toresidents isabout30% ofourdebt. Instead ofasking Formoreinformation, contactChuck Ahlat651.249.2050 or ourpropertyowners topaytheentirecost oftheir assessments, which typicallyare $6,000 - $9,000, thecity allowsproperty owners up to15 Cityof Maplewood 7 January2010 SWIMLESSONREGISTRATION GOINGONNOW! www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com SeePG. 2fortheRedCrossBabysittingclass! MaplewoodNatureCenter EventsStepItUpWithMCCYouthDance TUESDAYS, JANUARY 26 - APRIL27 (ADVANCED) THURSDAYS, JANUARY 28 - APRIL 29 (BEGINNING) Explore Nature & TakeCare ofTheEarth: OwlFamilies SATURDAY, FEBRUARY13, 10:00 – 11:30AMdesignedtopromoteteamworkandself-esteem. Theperformance will Each class includes parent & childindoor andoutdoor activities withpuppets, crafts, songs, stories, andattheMaplewoodCommunityCenter. Cost forallyouthgroup dance nature hikes. Adults willseparate for a group timeto discuss eco-friendly topics, resources, naturebooks, formore information andmore! There’ssomething for theentirefamily. Drop-InandExperienceNature Production Class: TheLionKing TUESDAYS, JANUARY 26 - APRIL 27, 7:00 - 8:00PM Thisexcitingclass isperfect forthosewith previous danceexperience Classesthatareoffered atthe Maplewood Nature production. Students willbegiven individual partsandthe entirestory isdesignedfor parentsandchildren birthto 5years old willbetoldthroughdance. The focuswillbeoninteractiveteamwork and fun. Costumes areincluded. enjoy the indoor exhibits, sortandmatchwith nature activities, create withnatureandother materials, and explore thenature trails. Wear comfortable clothing for indoor andoutdoor activities. Costis $3.00/child. NO registrationnecessary. Tumbling provides endless funand many coordination. Children willlearn totake turns, followdirections, interactwith wedges, and lowandhighbalance beams. Classes willtakeplace onFridayand Saturday morningsfor ages2-6 starting onFebruaryHOLIDAYTEA UPCOMING EVENTSVictorianTeas SAT, JAN. 16 11:30AM & 2:30PM Tickets: $25 651) 776-7183 Childrenwalking ageto3 yearsofage areinvitedtoenjoyplaytime QUILTINGBEE inthegym learnsimple dancemoves, activities and sing-a-long SAT, JAN. 23 songs. Thisisagreat opportunity for parentsandor grandparents10 - 2PM tospendqualitytimewithyour youngster. Classes willtakeplaceFREE! onTuesdays at5:15PM startingonFebruary 16at theMaplewood651) 748-9009 www.maplewoodhistoricalsociety.org Call 651.249.2230toregister today! 8CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewoodJanuary2010January2010January2010 Guitar Lessons FREE SeniorWell Being SeminarsAGES10+) TUESDAYS, JANUARY 26 - MARCH 2 MONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AM FREEDEMOTUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 6:00 - 7:00PM At theMaplewood Community Center 2100White BearAvenue lessonsforbeginners and advanced. Learntheeasywayatthe MaplewoodCommunity Center! Participants arerequired tobringtheir Have yourbloodpressurechecked courtesyofthe Beginning: 6:00 - 6:55PM Level2: 7:00 - 7:55PM Thyroid, Hormone Problems, Auto-Immune Conditions, understanding onephrase: You areWhatYou Eat! Strengthtraining isnotjust for athletes oryoung people. TUESDAYS, 6:30 - 8:30PM (CLASSES) Findout whatitcandofor you. Included isafree orientation SATURDAYS, 8:00 - 10:00AM (FIELDTRIPS) ATTHEMAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER This presentation encouragesyou torememberstories, observeand identifythese feather-coveredcreatures. Studycommon record them, writethem, or just tellthem. Call651.249.2230to register. winter birds. Subsequent sessions willfocusonother groups ofspecies as birdsmoveinto ourarea. *Fieldtriplocations will bedetermined by CPR/AED andFirst Aid ClassesStudentsmayreceiveaNewMembermembershipineithertheFriends ofMaplewood NatureortheNational Audubon Society. Cost is $10.00 CPR classes aredesignedto inform people howtorespond in persession. Registerforindividual classes; orforall6 for $50.00. emergency situations. Participantsmayreceive RedCross Prepay byFebruary12. Visit thewww.ci.maplewood.mn.us/nc orwww. saintpaulaudubon.org formoreinformation. Topic Field Trips Feederbirds February 16 February 20 ChildCPR/AED withInfantCPRandFirstAid Morewinter birds March2 March6 Thisclassisdesignedtomeetstaterequirements forchildcareproviders. Water birds March16 March20 Saturday, January16, 10:00AM - 5:00PM Early migrants March 30 April3 Early warblers April13 April17 Community CPR (Adult and ChildCPR/AED withInfant CPR) More warblers April27 none Saturday, February 13, 10:00AM - 5:00PM Cityof Maplewood 9 Janury2010 Reach Your Highest Fitness Potential With Martial Arts TheEdgeMartial Artsin Stillwaterofferstheir qualityKarate programforallagesat theMaplewood Community Center on Call SAVE! Registerfor3 Months and651.249.2230 toregister. receive $5OFF eachmonth. LITTLE DRAGONS BEGINNER Ditch the Workout & Jointhe PartyADVANCEDBEGINNER New monthlysessions! TUESDAYS, JAN5 - 26, FEB 2 - 23, *MAR2 - 30, 5:30 - 6:30PMKARATECORE THURSDAYS, JAN7 - 28, FEB5 - 26, MAR4 - 25, 5:30 - 6:30PMMONDAYS, JANUARY25 - MARCH 1, 11:30 - 12:30PM SATURDAYS, JAN9 - 30, FEB 5 - 26, MAR6 -27, 9:30 - 10:30AMThishigh-intensity programchallenges your corefromtheinside out, burnscalories anddevelops strong powerful bodies. Jointhis musicfromaroundthe world intoanhour-longgroup class. *Cost3rddegreeblackbeltwithover15yearsofexperienceinMartial Artsas shemixes Pilates, Yoga, and Karatetechniques toreach toregister. 18+ Open Dodgeball League Zumba ZoningNew! Power Upwith offered onTuesdays & SUNDAYS, FEBRUARY21 - APRIL 25 Thursdays from7:00 - 7:55AMat theMaplewood CommunityCenter. GAMETIMES BETWEEN 3:00 - 8:00PM Joinotherpeople interested inexperiencing thefunofa recreational dodgeball league in a structuredand exciting environment! Each teammustconsist of6-10participants containinganycombination ofmales orfemales. The league willbe8 weekslong with a4teamplayoffthe 9th week. League champions willreceive FREE entry tothenextleague! Costis 2 1%40);33(12 300.00per team. Call 651.249.2230toregister byFebruary11. Table TennisLeague FEBRUARY 6 - APRIL17 JoinaTable TennisleagueattheMaplewood Community Center! TheMCCisoffering an adultco-ed communityleague. Aschedule An awardwinningfacility withGreatValue. ofweeklypairings willbegenerated forthe league participants. Let usinspire you. Leaguemembers calland arrange atimetoplay eachotherfor 0theweektheyarepaired. Feeincludes table usageandapackage InitalFeeOn AMonthlyMembershipof3-starballs. Scheduleswillbeavailablefor pickupwiththe balls January 1 - 31, 2010 beginning Monday, February1. Registration deadlineisJanuary GetPaidToGetFit. Askaboutinsurancereimbursements. 651) 249-2230 RhondaLarson, winnerof theSummerMeltDown. Lost31Pounds Cityof Maplewood 10 January2010 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. Aquatic SpecialEvents willbeavailablein the poolfor everyone toenjoy. BringyourOnThePoliceScannerfriendsandfamily! to1,983calls for service. 17Assault Cases 3 RobberyCases 26 BurglaryCases 135Theft Cases 21AutoTheftCases 52Theft fromVehicle Cases Takethe familytothe MaplewoodCommunityCenteraquatic watchinga greatmovie. Theseevents are FREE formembers and costofdaily admission fornon-members. Call 651.249.2230 formore information. STEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUP6IGVIEXMSR4VSKVEQWRWMHI Maplewood Monthly February 2010 CityNewsletter Save TheDate Curecabinfeverandget geared upforall yourfavorite outdooractivities with Maplewood Community Center’s Camping andOutdoorsExpo on Saturday, February 27, from 10:00AMFebruary14, 4:30 - 6:30PM to4:00PM. Thisfunforall agesevent will be heldattheMaplewood Community Center, attheMaplewoodCommunityCenter 2100WhiteBear Avenue, and willoffer somethingfor everyone! Visitwithvendorsand demonstrations thatwill behappening throughout theday. StarPrairieTrout Farm willbeFebruary27, 10:00AM - 4:00PM on-handoffering tipsandtricks forperfecting your troutrecipe. Don’tmissouton thechef’sattheMaplewoodCommunityCenter delicioussamplesofrecipespreparedon-siteaswell astastingsofStarPrairie’s famous trout dipmix. TheMidwestSkijorer’s Clubwillalsobeavailabletooffer anintroduction tothis increasinglypopular sportwhichcombines crosscountryMarch18, 6:30 - 8:30PM Continued onpage5skiinganddogpower. attheMaplewood RamseyCountyLibrary seepg. 5 March19, 7:30PM attheMaplewood PerformingArtsTheatre seepg. 4 STEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEP UPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUP1tothetothetothetothetothetothetotheMarch26 & 27, 7:30PM atMaplewood CommunityCenter Haveyoubeenwaiting for yourspotlightopportunity? Wellthe time2hasarrived. MaplewoodPerforming Arts Theaterand Ashland 3 talentcompetition. Contestants willcompete in oneoftwo categories Youth (ages15 and under) or Adult (ages16 and older). 4 Judging willbeginwith apreliminary round ineachcategory consisting 5 of a one-minuteacapella piece of the contestant’schoice. Allcontestants will receive feedback frommembers of the7 each categorywillbeinvited back for a 8 Performing Arts Theatreat the endof 9 having professional headshots takenas 11 wellas havingtheirhair andmake-up 12 Continued on page6 WillRossbach: Mayor 651.484.5427 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us JamesLlanas: Councilmember 651.488.2745 james.llanas@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JulieWasiluk: Concilmember 651. julie.wasiluk@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood CityHall Maplewood Meeting Schedule GeneralInformation 651.249.2000 CityCouncil: Monday, February8 & 22at7:00PMDeputyRegistrarandPassportHours: Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM CitizenForum: Saturday, February6at10:00AMatCityHall Saturday, March6at10:00AMatFireStation #4Saturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM Maplewood Community Center Community DesignReviewBoard: Tuesday, February 9 & 23at6:00PM Registration 651.249.2230 Environmental & NaturalResourceCommission: Wednesday, February 4at7:00PM CustomerService 651.249.2230 HistoricalPreservation Committee: Thursday, February 18at7:00PMAdmissions651.249.2210 Theater/BanquetRoomRental 651.249.2103 Housing & RedevelopmentAuthority: Wednesday, February 10at7:00PM Group Information 651.249.2203 Park & RecreationCommission: Wednesday, February 17at7:00PMBirthdayParties651.249.2203 Aquatics 651.249.2206 PlanningCommission: Tuesday, February 2 & 16, March2at7:00PM ChildCare 651.249.2218 AllCityCouncilandCommissionmeetingsarebroadcast liveonFitness651.249.2207 Channel16andarerebroadcastonaschedulethatisposted atMaplewoodRecreationwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Anymeeting cancellationsarepostedonGeneralInformation651.249.2124 theCity’swebsite. Maplewood NatureCenter CityHallwillbeclosedFebruary 15inobservanceofPresident’sDayGeneralInformation651.249.2170 Code Enforcement Hotline 651.249.CODE (2633) VSQ 4YQTOMRW XS 4SP]RSQMEPW 4MGO E TYQTOMR 8LVS[E HMWGYWOnline: Go towww.ci.maplewood.mn.us andclickon 4PE]ZMSPMRReportAViolation” on the right-hand sideof thehome page. TPSVI H]REQMG VIPEXMSRWLMTW MR AdvertiseintheNext Issue UYEHVEXMG IUYEXMSRW6IGVIEXMSR4VSKVEQWRWMHI Maplewood Monthly Callnowtolearnhowyoucantakeadvantage RH MXL IEGL WGLSSPFebruary2010CityNewsletter CureCabinFeverAtTheSaveTheDateCamping & OutdoorsExpo Curecabin fever and getgeared up for all your favorite outdoor activities with Maplewood ofaFREEad. Reachover18,200homes, businesses, Community Center’s Campingand OutdoorsExpo on Saturday, February 27, from 10:00AM HE]FIGSQI QSVI February 27, 10:00AM - 4:00PMto 4:00PM. This funfor all ages event willbe held inthe Maplewood Community Centerat at the Maplewood Community Center2100 White Bear Avenue and willoffer something foreveryone! Visit with inone of thedemonstrations that willbe happening throughout the day. Star PrairieTrout Farmwill be on-hand offering tips and tricks for perfecting your trout recipe. Don’t miss outMarch18, 6:30 - 8:30PMonthechef’s delicious samples of recipes prepared on-site as well as tastings of StarattheMaplewoodRamseyCountyLibrary PrairieTrout Farm’s famous trout dipmix. The Midwest Skijorer’s Club will also beseepg. 5 availableto offer an introduction to this increasingly popular sport which MRWTMVIH QSVI combinescross country skiingand dogpower. -Continued on page 5March19, 7:30PMatMaplewoodCommunity Center see pg. 4 March 26 & 27, 7:30PM WIN A TRIPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPatMaplewoodCommunityCenterSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPToDisneyWorld 1tothe Newsletter. Theentirenewsletterisfeatured onthecity or A Recording GYVMSYW ERH QSVI Studio Experience! Now Accepting Audition ApplicationsHaveyoubeenwaitingforyourspotlightopportunity? Wellthe time2hasarrived. Maplewood Performing Arts Theater and Ashland 3 talentcompetition. Contestants will compete in one of two categoriesYouth (ages 15 and under) or Adult (ages 16 and older). website. Contact Heidi Careytodayat651.249.2021or 4 IEKIV XS PIEVR Judging will begin with a preliminary round in each category consisting5ofaone-minute acapella piece of the contestant’s choice. All contestants willreceivefeedbackfrommembersofthe7 each categorywill be invited back for a8 heidi.carey@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Thank youtothe Performing Arts Theatre at the end of 9 having professional headshots taken as11wellashavingtheirhairandmake-up 12 0IEVRMRK JSV 0MJI Continued on page 6 advertiserswhosupport thispublication! TIVMIRGI EPHSVJ RVSPPMRK RS[JSV XLI WGLSSP IEV PSSH GPSXW EVI E GSQQSR HERKIVSYW ERH WSQIXMQIW YRHMEKRSWIH SV QMWHMEKPSSHGPSXWEVIEGSQQSRHERKIVSYWERHWSQIXMQIWYRHMEKRSWIHSVQMWHMEKPSSHGPSXWEVIEGSQQSRHERKIVSYWERHWSQIXMQIWYRHMEKRSWIHSVQMWHMEKRSWIHLIEPXLMWWYI0IEVREFSYXXLIVMWOWW]QTXSQW TVIZIRXMSR XVIEXQIRX ERH&PSSH GPSXW EVI E GSQQSR HERKIVSYW ERH WSQIXMQIW YRHMEKRSWIH SV QMWHMEK RSWIH LIEPXL MWWYI 0IEVR EFSYX XLI VMWOW W]QTXSQW TVIZIRXMSR XVIEXQIRX ERHRSWIH LIEPXL MWWYI 0IEVR EFSYX XLI VMWOW W]QTXSQW TVIZIRXMSR XVIEXQIRX ERHQEREKIQIRXSJFPSSHGPSXWEXXLMWMRJSVQEXMZIJSVYQ ZIV]SRI IPGSQI 2YVWIW GER IEVR 9W JSV EXXIRHMRK XXIRH ER IZIRX SV GEPP XS EVVERKI E XSYV1ETPI[SSH SQQYRMX]IRXIV0SGEXMSR 7EXYVHE]1EVGL XLEXI 1 78MQIEQzTQ22)738%%0(36*',3307XST8LI'PSX SVK QRSV GEPP6IKMWXVEXMSR SVK4VIVEHIb7X4EYPb[[[12;EPHSVJ 7TSRWSVIH F]XLI 2EXMSREP PPMERGI JSV8LVSQFSWMW8LVSQFSTLMPME121CityofMaplewoodCityof MaplewoodFebruary2010 Congratulations toournewCityCouncil! Rent A Garden Plot This springMaplewood is tilling soil fora community gardenat Edgerton Park (2005Edgerton Street). Ifyouenjoy gardeningand wouldlike torent agarden plot (12’ x15’), don’tmiss thisopportunity. Wehave40gardenplotsavailable thisseason. Thecitywilltillthe garden, stake the plots, andprovide awater tank. Rentersagree to plant, maintain, andharvest their plots. There isalimitofone plot perhousehold. Rentalfeesare $25forMaplewood residentsand 30for non-residents. Councilmembers Nephew andLlanas, Mayor Rossbach, Torentagardenplot, youwillneedtoregister inperson atCouncilmembersWasilukandJunemannMaplewoodCityHall, 1830East CountyRoad B. Maplewood CouncilNews residentscanregisteronMarch10th, 11th, or 12th from 1:00to 4:30PM andSaturday, March 13th from 8:00AM tonoon. AttheNovember 3, 2009Municipal Election, Councilmember Will Non-residents canregister onMarch 18th or19th from1:00to 4:30PMandSaturday, March 20th from 8:00AMtonoon. YouMayorandwassworninasMayoronJanuary4, 2010. Before being willneedtopayforyour gardenplotby cashor check atthe timesworninasMayor, Councilmember Rossbachsubmitted aletter of ofregistration. A photoIDisrequired at timeofapplication andresignationfromhisunexpiredcouncilseattermwhichwouldhave theaddress mustmatchthe address ofthe applicant. FormorerunthroughDecember31, 2011. information, seewww.ci.maplewood.mn.us andclick onRecreationInOctoberof2005thecitycouncilenactedOrdinance866thatProgramsandthenCommunityGardens, orcall651.249.2330. theeventthere isavacancy ofa councilseat, andif theunexpired termisfora period ofsixmonths or more, the council shall appoint unexpiredterm. Thecouncil passed a resolutionto holda Special the vacated seat. Thecouncil has theauthority todeterminein what mannerthe temporary appointment processshall beconductedand interviewed IEXYVMRK E MHI WIPIGXMSR SJ individuals whosenames weresubmitted for considerationby YRMUYI KIQWXSRI ERH WXIVPMRK current councilmembers. Thecriteriaset bythe council wasthat the WMPZIV NI[IPV]REXYVEPP]WGIRXIH individuals thatbeconsidered wouldhave tohave had priorexperience SMPW GERHPIW MRGIRWI EWIPP as councilmembers inMaplewood orin anothercity or as commissionersEW GSWXYQIWEGGIWWSVMIW in the CityofMaplewood. A secondcriteria wasthattheindividual would notbe interested inrunningin the2010SpecialElection. 3** JulieWasiluk whoservedas acouncilmember from 2000-2003wasMXLXLMWGSYTSRchosenbythecitycouncilandsworninat the January 25, 2010 TMVIW IFVYEV]3RIGSYTSR TIVTYVGLEWI councilmeeting. Minnesota State Statute Chapter 471.701requires that “acity orLEPPS[IIRI\TVIWWQRGSQcounty withapopulation ofmore than15,000mustannually notifyMRXIVREXMSREPXSYGLWXSVI GSQits residents ofthe positions andbasesalariesof its threehighest paid employees.” For theCity of Maplewood, titlesandsalariesare: City Manager - $130,000 SRZIRMIRXP]PSGEXIH XSKIXLIV Police Chief - $123,406 Assistant CityManager/ Mayor Will Rossbach training andassist atsome eventssuchas NationalNightout and the Ramsey CountyFair. Iwant totaketimetosay thankyoutoallofthe people who volunteer their timetohelpMaplewood. Thelargest group of Maplewoodalso hasalargenumber ofcitizenswho volunteer their timetoassist the citycouncil and staffin thedecision processes thatconfusedbythe “paid percall” title. While itis truethatthey do weuse inMaplewood. The maingroupsareour commissions andreceiveasmallamountofmoneyforeachcalltheyparticipatein, boards. Theyare the PlanningCommission, Parks and RecreationthehundredsofhoursoftrainingtheyarerequiredtoreceiveandCommission, DesignReview Board, Environmental andNatural ResourcesCommission, HistoricalPreservation Commission, Housing andRedevelopment Authority, Police CivilServiceCommission, and ournewBusiness Economic Development Commission. The groups consistof5-9members and worktoreview issues andapplicationstoprotectyourlifeandproperty. whicharebrought beforethecity. TheCityCouncilrelies heavily on thesegroups to usetheirknowledgeandinsighttoexplore issues and providerecommendations to theCity Council. The Maplewood PoliceReserveUnitare volunteerswho make themselves available24hoursa dayyearround toassist ourpolice The Maplewood NatureCenter also hasmany people who volunteer tohelp runprograms and carefor theNatureCenterandhourstothecity. Thepolice department alsohas Volunteers in Maplewood’sopenspaces. These people helpto teachstudents theimportance ofconservation, andpreservationalong with wildlife andnature studies. Theyalsowork tocontrolbuckthornand restoreresidentialneighborhoods, eventsecurity and ingeneral providing natural plantcommunities. additionaleyesand earsin thecity. ThePoliceDepartment also has anExplorers Program wherestudents 14-21receive Finally therearethepeople whovolunteer their timetoassistin Maplewood’spark and recreational programs. There are several organizations thatpartner withthecityto provide sporting opportunitiestoboth youthand adults. With outtheir valuable contributionsMaplewoodwould notbeable tooffertheseprograms to nearlyas manypeople. 4IVJSVQERGI JSV E 0MJIXMQI Maplewoodisa betterplacedue tothe helpwereceive fromallof thevolunteers thatgivefreely ofthemselves simplybecause they wanttohelp. Weallowe themour gratitudeand respect. Ifyouwould liketoknow more opportunities tohelpMaplewood you canvisitthe Maplewood websiteatwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us orcall 651.249.2000and askfor thedepartments listed above. A Gift from the Heart 3** TVMP IFVYEV]1EWWEKI 1IQFIVWLMT IF W XMGOIXW KS SR WEPI SY GER YWI SYV GSRZIRMIRX SR PMRI XMGOIXMRK XS TYVGLEWI SYV XMGOIXW EWLPERHTVSHYGXMSRWSVK1007,3074,1240,3131][12][,,][Arial]]QETPI[SSHGSQQYRMX]GIRXIVGSQ3 WatchFor Meetings Online The Cityof Maplewoodis giving youanother greatwaytostay inAreyoulookingtoembracethespiritoftheIrishthisSt. Patrick’s touch withwhat’s happening inDayseason? Stepin totheMaplewood Performing ArtsTheatre your community. AllCitymeetingsonFriday, March19at7:30PM, foranevening oftraditional Irish that arecurrently broadcast onmusicwithChulrua. Aunique name, serioustalent, and anunfailing Channel 16will nowbeavailabledevotiontotheircrafthavemadethisinternationallyacclaimedtrio for youtowatchvia ourwebsite. ofmusicians amust-seeshow. Chulrua (pronounced cool-roo-ah) Simply visitwww.ci.maplewood. or “redback” in Irish, takesitsnamefromthe distinguishing feature mn.usgo to “Government” andofthefavoredwolfhoundofancientIrishhero, FinnMacCool. click “WatchMeetings Online”. This willtake you toa page where you’llbeableto watchlive meetings. Fromthatsame page you’llalsobeable toclick onone ofthe other meeting bodies toviewvideo oftheir past meetings. Onceyou’rewatching thevideo besuretotake advantageofthe Agenda Items” tab onthe leftsideofyourscreen. Clickonanyof thelinksand itwilltake youdirectlytothatportion ofthemeeting. We’re very excitedtoofferthisservice andencourage youtotake advantage ofit. Asunique asthe originoftheirnameare thebackgroundsofthe musicians themselves. Thegroup isledby Paddy O’Brien onthe button accordion. Bornin themidlandsofIreland, Paddy spenthis youthtraveling the countryside toplaywitholder musicians and to spendtimeabsorbingnot onlytheir musicbut also thestories and legendsthatcamewith them. Today, with amusical careernow spanning overforty years, Paddy hasa repertoireofover4,000 tunesand isregarded asone ofthe tradition’smost important repositories. guitaristPat Egan. TogetherChulrua has overseventyyearsof experience performing, educating, andsharing the tradition of Irishmusic. The group hasspecial plansfor theirintimate March performance in Maplewood. Inaddition to providinga healthy dose ofIrishmusic, theartists willalsotalk abouttheir instruments, share stories aboutthedifferent tunes played, andtellthelegends ofthe composers and musicians who havehanded themdown. Don’t missthis wonderful combination ofmusicand storytelling fromone of thebestpresenters oftraditional Irish musicaround. Tickets: $20.00/Advance $22.00/DayOf Show Tickets are available online atwww.maplewoodarts.com. Cityof Maplewood 4 February 2010 Extreme Continuedfrom cover) Skijoring combinesGreenMakeoverGreenMakeoverthefunofcross country skiing andTransformingYardsForASustainableMaplewood theenjoyment of WinA $15,000+ YardMakeover! spending timewith Attend one ormoreof upcomingfantastic landscaping yourpet. Join the Midwest Skijorersclassestotransformyouryardintoonethatfeatures Club atthesustainablelandscapingprinciples. From raingardens and Maplewood Campingrainbarrels, to compostbins andnative plants, youcan and Outdoors Expoparticipateintheseprogramstolearnhowtodoityourself! tolearnallaboutthis cuttingedge sport. TheMidwestSkijorers ClubOneluckyMaplewoodresidentthatparticipatesinthese classes willwin uptoa $15,000yardmakeover! *Some is thePremierskijortraining club oftheworld. Their training presentations are usedinallcountries. Clubmemberswillberestrictionsapply. presentto answer allyourskijoring questions and therewill beTheExtremeGreenMakeoverKick-offisattheMaplewood skijoringdemos at12:00PMand3:00PM. Library onThursday, March18, 2010from6:30 - 8:30PM. Before youleave don’tforgetThisgalaaffairwillfeaturespeakers, hors d’oeuvres, beverages, to stopbythe WCCO boothanddoorprizes. Campaign rules willbe announced. andmeet meteorologist andGREENExtremeeducationaleventsareopentoeveryone! outdoor enthusiast Mike Maplewood residents andnon-residents alikewhoattend Lynch. Activitieswillalso beGREENeventsareeligibleforthefollowingprizes: available fortheyoungest members of yourcamping crew. Youth will havethe Visit Fingersthe Blonde HairedRaccoon opportunitytomake bird feeders, learnabout animal track printing, care, design, native plantings, rainbarrels, & composting. participate in snowshoe races ortakepartina tubForprogramdetailsandupcomingclasses, visitthecity cast, sponsored byCabela’s. websiteatci.maplewood.mn.us/nc Lookin thesidebar for Be sureto savetimefor aEXTREMEGREENMAKEOVERvisittotheTheHabitat. This Wolves-Woods andWildlifePartners & Sponsors AndDon’tMiss Nalathe CougarCub Outdoor EducationCenter willbe bringingsomeoftheir favoriteanimalsfora visittotheExpo, including a bobcat, cougarcuband more (see photosabove). Experience anup-closeencounter with theanimals we sharetheoutdoorswith. SAVEOn Your Reception & Tocatchall thisandmore gather yourfriendsandfamily andhead Splurge On Your Bouquet downtotheMaplewood CommunityCenter forthis FREE and FUN outdoor-centered event! Call 651.249.2103for moreinformation. Bookyour2010FridayWedding 200 OFFReceptionandReceive Thankyousponsorsandpartners yourrental fee. Offer endsApril1, 2010. 2 1%40);33(12 Seatingforupto350guests! Call (651) 249-2103today. LMXI IEV ZIRYI QETPI[SSHGSQQYRMX]GIRXIV GSQ 5 CityofMaplewoodCityof MaplewoodFebruary2010 Pride Of Maplewood Award Congratulationsto EdnaSpanglerfor being nominated forthe JanuaryPrideSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPSTEPUPofMaplewoodAward. 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She makes a Ward Rubrecht, andRadio Disney’sNextBig ThingArtist DanielleThrush. through the door.” Ednaisthe epitomeofeagerness andgraciousness.” Don’tmissspecial guest performances eachnight, including Her warm greeting every morning makes my daystartout muchbetter.” Radio Disney’sNext BigThingArtist Danielle Thrush performing Edna isalways willing tohelp withthemosttedious of projects in herFriday, March 26and AlisonScott performing live on Saturday, downtime. Nothingistoosmallor toobigforEdna andthereisn’tMarch27! Forjusta $20.00application fee, takeadvantage of anytaskthat shefeels isbeneath her.” thisunique opportunityto takethestage, gainaudience Edna’ssupport forher co-workersthroughout thecityisinvaluable. exposure and getvaluablefeedback fromindustry experts. FromwhatIhavewitnessed, Ednacanrelate well toeveryemployee in thecity.” Applications aredueFriday, February26, 2010. Registertoday byvisiting www.maplewoodarts.comand stepuptothemic! Congratulations toEdna Spanglerforbeingselected asthis month’s PrideofMaplewood awardrecipient. Thank youSponsors EMV7EPSR7TE, 7EPSR 7TE7EPSR7TEVSJIWWMSREPW7EPSR7TE7EPSR 7TE7EPSR7TE444 OnThePolice Scanner In December, the Maplewood Police Department responded to2,062calls forservice. Includedinthis numberwere thefollowing incidents: 8 AssaultCases 2 Robbery Case 29 Burglary Cases 139 TheftCases 23 AutoTheft Cases 74 Theft fromVehicleCases 37 Criminal DamagetoPropertyCases 0SGEXIH X[S FPSGOW 7SYXL SJ SR LMXI IEV ZIRYI 7LSTTMRK 0MRI22arrestsforDWI. 6CityofMaplewoodCityofMaplewood February 2010 February 2010 2170EastCounty RoadD, Maplewood SummerDayCamp Ages6 - 12 MONDAY – FRIDAY, JUNE 14 – SEPTEMBER 3, 9:00AM - 4:00PM REGISTRATION BEGINS: MONDAY, MARCH 1 FORRETURNING CAMPERS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10FORNEW CAMPERS) Weareproudtowelcome you toourSummer DayCamps. Wecombine to create anexciting, quality campexperience forour participants. Our camps are heldatthe funandenergizing MaplewoodCommunity Center, givingus theaccessto ‘State of theArt’ facilities including theaquaticscenter, Centeractivities andsports arejustafewof thethings wehavetooffer. Weprideourselves withstaff whoareresponsible, high-energy individuals trained toprovide afun andrewarding experience toour participants. Theratioofcounselors tochildrenis1:10dailyand Field Trips: Each weekwewillfocus ouractivities around thefollowing themes: Week1 Pump ItUp! PartyZone Week2 Cosmic Bowling – Starz & Strikes Week3 MNTwinsvsDetroit Tigers (newstadium!) Week4 WildMountain Week 5 NickelodeonUniverse Week 6 WildWoods WaterPark SpecialProgramsOffered forDaycampersWeek7GrandSlam Week8 ScienceMuseum Week 9 CascadeBay WaterPark SWIM INSTRUCTION Week 10 ValleyFair Week 11 MNZoo/Imax Campschedule. Theseconvenient classesareshorter in length (sixclasses Week 12 MarcusTheater/Pizza Party verses eight) andstill qualify theswimmer tomovetothe next level. Cost is 35.00. Cost: FullTime (M-F) $150.00perweekper child Levels 1-4 (American RedCross Courses) willbe offeredMonday, SiblingDiscount: After onemember offamily issigned Tuesday, andThursday afternoonsfor2weeks from 12:30 - 1:15PM. upeachadditional sibling fee willbe $130.00 perweek, perchild. Discountis availableforfulltime campers KARATEonly. A non-refundable $30 depositholds yourspot MONDAYS: 4:00-4:30PMeachweek (see registration packet fordetails). SESSION ONE: JUNE 21 - JULY12PartTime: (3-dayMinimum) $42.00per day, per child. SESSION TWO: AUGUST 2 - AUGUST 23 Mr. Welsh from “TheEdgeMartial Arts” willteachthisgreat karateExtendedhours: Available from7:00-9:00AM and 4:00-6:00PM. AM orPM $14.00perweekperchild, bothAM & PM are $20.00perweekperchild. Drop More information willbe included in your registration packets. inBefore & AfterCarefor campers, is available for 3.00/hour. Call 651.249.2230for moreinformationortoregister. Cityof Maplewood 7 February 2010 SWIMREGISTRATIONISGOINGONNOW! PoolHoursMarchMiniandSpringFullSession Monthly poolandlap swimMaplewoodCommunityCenteroffersover500swimlessonoptions. The zero-depthentry leisure calendars areavailable onourpooliskeptatacomfortable87degrees! Course descriptions maybefound onour website at websiteat: www.maplewoodcom- www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com. Pleaserefer to theschedule on thefollowingpagesto munitycenter.com. Printedcopiesfindtheclassthatisrightforyou. All March mini-session classes includesixlessons andcost may also bepicked upat the50.00 ($40.00 forMCC members). All spring fullsession classesincludeeightlessons andcost admissions andcustomer service68.00 ($53.00forMCC members). Semi-privatelessons areavailable onSaturdays atarate of desks. Please notethat poolhours115.00 ($90.00for MCC members) per eightlessons. vary during sessionsof swim lessons; those changes are listedinToregister, stop bytheMaplewood Community Center CustomerService Desk (Monday the poolandlapswim calendars. 9:00AM - 7:00PM, Tuesday - Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM, Saturday9:00AM - 12:00PM). Online registration isalso available at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us (clickonI WantToorE-Services). Or register byphoneat 651.249.2230. Privatelessonsare alsoavailable by arrangement atarateof $40.00 ($30.00for MCCmembers) for onelesson, $152.00 ($112.00for MCCmembers) forfourlessons, or $288.00 ($208.00for MCCmembers) for eightlessons. Allprivate lessons are30minutes. To schedule your private lesson today, contact Ronat 651.249.2206or ron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Aquatic SpecialEvents FREEformembersordailyadmissionfornon-members Flotation Days FRIDAYS, FEBRUARY 26, MARCH 26 5:00 - 8:00PM & WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31 1:00 - 4:00PM Swim-InMovieFeaturing: UP! SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 5:00PM (6:00PMMOVIE) Enjoy asplashinggood timefloatingon atubeand watching amasterful workofart fromPixar. Upis anexciting, hilarious, andheartfelt adventure impeccably craftedand toldwith witand depth. SaveonYOUR nextlessonAND passalongthesavingstoafriend! 10 OFF$5 OFF00.00 Cityof Maplewood 8 February 2010 Watch ForSummer Sports Visitthe websiteatwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us inlateFebruary tosee AR TtheexcitinglistofupcomingsummerprogramsforgradesK-12 HELearnToSki/Snowboard AtAftonAlps HOPPERSFRIDAY, MARCH 12, 9:00AM - 2:30PM District622 K-12hasno school) Valentine’sDay Party! Enjoyaday of funandfresh airawayfrom theclassrooms atAfton AlpsSki Area. Ourprofessional instructors willintroduce 5th through SUNDAY, FEBRUARY14 4:30 - 6:30PM8thgraderstothebasictechniquesofskiingandsnowboarding. Our attheMaplewood CommunityCenter Kid’sMealIncluded! $9 ($7 forMCCmembers) andglidetheirway down theslopes. Ifaparticipant hasalready been through thisprogram we willtakethemtothe nextlevel ortheymay Kidslovepartiesand Valentine’sDay isanother great reason test out” ofthe lesson andhead straightforthe skilift! Registration tocelebrate. Reserveyourchild’sspotatMaplewood’sLittle deadlineis Monday, February 23. Costis $35.00which includes HeartHoppers Valentine’sDayPartywhere theywill takepart supervision, transportation, ski lesson, andliftticket! The van inarts & crafts, play games andmake theirown special will leavefrom theMCCat8:30AM andreturnat3:00PM. Call Valentine’smeal completewithtreats! Parents... Thisisyour 651.249.2230 toregister. opportunitytoenjoyqualitytime together withouthavingto searchfor ababysitter. Space isLimited! Call651.249.2230toFloorHockeymakeyourreservations. Parentsdonotneedtostayfortheparty SATURDAYS, MARCH 27 - APRIL24, 9:00AM - 3:00PM butchildren mustbyatleast3yearsofageandoutofdiapers. excitingleague promotescooperationand thevalue of New! After School Excitementsportsmanship. Participants willplay every position during the At Edgertonseason. Formore information, call651.249.2121. Thisclinic willbe heldatEdgertonCommunity Gym. The registration deadlineis TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 3:20 - 5:30PM March 12andthe costis $35.00. Thisprogramisanalternativedrop-in afterschoolprogramfor BuildA BatHouse andvolleyball in thegym ortesteachother’sskill atcards and SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 2:00 - 4:00PM boardgames. Cost is $3.00perperson perday. Snacks are Maplewood NatureCenter availablefor purchase. Participants mustsign inand outeach Asingle littlebrownbat can eatup to5,000insects in onenight. No day andprovide us witha completedemergencycard. Call wonderpeople wanttoput upbathouses in theiryards! Joinus to 651.249.2125 foradditional information. build a Bathouse attheNature Center. Bat house kitsare madefrom YoungRembrandtsrecycledwoodproducts. Program givenby ElipisEnterprises; an (Ages6-12years) organization focusing onyouth employment training and small THURSDAYS, FEBRUARY 11 - MARCH 18, 6:30-7:30PM businesseducation. Bestfor grades 3andup. Cost is $15.00/bat SATURDAYS, FEBRUARY 13 - MARCH 20, 10:00-11:00AM house. Call651.249.2170 topre-register byMarch10. AtYoung Rembrandts, we teachdrawing, thefundamental skill ofallvisualarts. Webelievethat drawingisa skillthatcan – PreschoolGymboree andshould – belearned byall children. WhileYoung Rembrandts’ classesare structuredandeducational, childrenlearn bestwhenTHURSDAYS, NOW - MARCH, 10:00 - 11:30AM theyareentertained andengaged. Young Rembrandts combinesExperiencingcabinfever? Children ages1-5areinvited tothe thebest ofboth worlds – foundationalart skillsin afun, nurturingMaplewoodCommunityCentergymnasiumtoplay! Wewill provide environment – thatgives your child theacademic advantage. theballs, mats, music, toysandgames - youbringthe fun. Preschool Class will beheldat theMaplewood Community Center andnotGymboreeisastructuredprogramandchildrenmustbeaccom- costis $60.00persession. Call651.249.2230 toregister. paniedbyanadultatall times. Costis $4.00perchild, perday ($3.00 forMCC members). Call651.249.2230 to register. Cityof Maplewood 11 February 2010 Adult Softball Maplewood Recreationoffersboth summer andfallsoftball leagues. Leagues areCPR/AED and availableformen’s, women’s, andco-rec teams. Summer league information is First Aid Classes availablenowandregistrationwill begininmidFebruary. Visit ourwebsite or call 651.249.2121formore information. These classes aredesigned toinform people howto respondin emergency and Adult Dance 16+ life-threatening situations. After successful completion of thecourseparticipants SUNDAYS, NOW - MARCH 28 SOCIALBALLROOM & LATINSAMPLER 7:00 - 8:00PMclassesareheldattheMaplewoodLINEDANCE8:00 - 9:00PMCommunityCenter. Costis $80.00 BallroomandLatinSamplerClass: Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Salsa, Swing, Rumba60.00 forMCCmembers). Call ThisSamplerClasswillcovermanystylesandtemposofmusic, formany651.249.2230 toregister. mental, andphysicalhealthandhowmuchfunitcanbe! COMMUNITY CPR Adult andChildCPR/AEDandInfantCPR) LineDance: Learn thelinedancesyoucanuseatweddings, onyournextSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Floridavacation, andatcountrydances inthisfun, aerobicdanceclass! No10:00AM - 5:00PM partnerrequired. Linedances taughtincludetheever-popularElectric Slide, TushPush, CowboyCha-Cha, TheSambaLineDance, andmore! CHILD CPR/AED & INFANT CPR WITH FIRSTAID Costforcouples is $110.00 ($85.00forMCCMembers) andforindividualsisSATURDAY, MARCH 13 65.00 ($50.00forMCCMembers). Call651.249.2230toregister. 10:00AM - 5:00PM 18+ Open Dodgeball League ATTENTION CHILDCARE SATURDAYS, FEBRUARY 21 - APRIL25 PROVIDERS! Each teamwill consist of6-10 participants ChildCPR/AED & InfantCPR containing any combination of males or with First Aidis designed to females. Theleagues are8 weekslong meet stateCPR and with a4team playoff the 9thweek. First Aid requirements. League championswill receiveFREE entrytothe Springleague. Rate is 300per team. Call651.249.2230 toregister. Nature CenterPrograms Nature PhotoTips Session 1) Co-sponsored by Friends of Maplewood Nature SATURDAY, MARCH20, 8:30 - 11:00AM Joinphotographer Ellen Woldfortipsandtricksfortaking better naturephotos. Bringyourowncameraandtripod foraphotography session alongnature center trails.Learnabout localphotography clubs, discover Maplewood’sother 13 naturalareas! Classwill takeplace attheNatureCenter, 2659East 7thStreet. Call651.249.2170to pre-registerby March18. Cost is $10.00/person. Freeto current Friend’smembers. Make checks out to ‘FriendsofMaplewood Nature’. Coming inMay...Nature Photography ClassSession 2 City ofMaplewood 12 February2010 MaplewoodNature Center FamilyEvents! MapleSugarBushFamilyTripPreschool/FamilyLiveAnimalShow Sponsored by Friends ofMaplewood Nature centerSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 10:00 – 11:00AM (FREE!) SATURDAY, MARCH 27, 1:00 – 4:00PMMeetthenaturecenter’sresident hognose snake, toad and Tourthefacilities ofS&Ssugar bushtosee howmaplesyrup issalamander. Watch thesalamander slurpup anearthworm treat. made. Seethesugar maples, the buckets andtubing. TastetheCall651.249.2170 topre-register byFebruary 18. sapandsyrup, andwatch the sapboiling in theevaporator. LearnFamilySnowshoeHikeAdults & children 6+) aboutthe history ofthewoodsand purchase yourown syrup! SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2:00 – 3:30PM Allagesarewelcome. Meet at S & SSugarBush, Ellsworth, WI, Learnaboutsnowshoes, laceonapair, andwalk throughour Maps willbee-mailed toyouupon registration. Costis $15.00WinterWonderland. Instruction provided. Hotdrinks follow, peradultor $25.00per family (includesa bottleofsyrup). Sendbringyourownmug. *Note: if snow isscarce, wewillgoona check byMarch 23, to theFriends ofMaplewood NatureCenter. winter hikeinstead to lookforanimal tracks and signs. Wear sturdywinter boots. Cost is $5.00perpersonand pre-payment is Preschool/FamilySpringToYourrequiredbyFebruary25. SensesPuppet Show All Ages) Preschool Maple SapIntoSyrup WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, 10:00 – 11:00AM Children 3-8 with anadult) Laughalong withourwild animalpuppetsas theyactout their THURSDAY, MARCH11, 1:00 – 2:30PM Spring Happenings. Hikewith anaturalist tolookforthe realwild Carrythe sapfrom rootstobuds onour “mapletree”. Tapareal animals. Cost is $2.00perchild and pre-paymentisrequiredby tree, tastethe sapand sweet syrup. Learn toidentifymaples, March 30. andhaveanopportunity topurchase tapsand bagsfortap- WoodduckInventorypingyourowntree! Cost is $4.00 perchild andpre-payment is FREE!) required by March9. Startthemonitoring seasonwith asimplewoodducknestinventory, Volunteer CitizenMonitoring Programs byhelping the naturalist check thenestboxesatthe natureLearnaboutnaturalscienceonyourownschedule! Your center. Learnhow toproperly place boxes in yourneighborhood. observations and records helpsusknow where nature needs Call 651.249.2170 toregister. ahelping hand. Maplewood Nature Centeroffersseveral ways adults, families, and youthgroups (bestforchildren 10+) can participate. From frogsto bluebirds, choose theprogramthat suitsyour interest. Callthenature center for informationon theseopportunities, to reserve yourspot orto apply. Allevents listed heretakeplace at theMaplewood NatureCenter and Neighborhood Preserves (2659 East 7thStreet). Call 651.249.2170toregister! Welcome CorporateMember ! NewHealthEast AllHeathEastemployeeswho purchaseanannual membershipby June30willreceive25% offwith 0initialfeeSaveupto $243! NotaHealthEastemployee? Call company canqualify. LMXI IEV ZIRYI QETPI[SSHGSQQYRMX]GIRXIV GSQ Cityof Zumba & Zumba Toning Now Offered Monthly FitnessSpecialistHours & Orientations Visitwww.maplewoodcommunitycenter.comfordatesand times. Dropin ratesavailable. Call651.249.2230 formore information. theStrength & Cardioequipment attheMaplewood Community Center. Takeadvantage of thisgreat service- FREEforMaplewood Community Center members! Call 651.249.2230for moreNew! Mat Pilates information. Tuesdays & Thursdaysat8:00 - 8:45PM Mondays 10:00 - 11:00AM Orientations 11:00AM & 12:00PMNowofferedFREEforMaplewoodCommunityCentermembersWednesdays5:00 - 6:00PM Orientations 6:00PM & 7:00PMandpasscardmembers! Saturdays 10:00 - 11:00AM Orientations 11:00AM & 12:00PM Whatis Pilates? Pilatesdramatically transforms thewayyourbodylooks, feelsand performs. It builds strength without excess bulk, creatinga sleek, YouBringTheEffort, WeDeliverTheResults. awareness, goodposture andeasy, graceful movement. Pilates BuyTwo OneHourSessions GetOneHourFREEinjuryprevention. Hollywood celebritiesand supermodelsuse itto maintain beautiful physiques. Save $75! About TheInstructor on thenon-memberrate 150for2 OneHourSessionsindustryfor25years. HisGroup Fitness formats include AquaFitness, StepAerobics, 100for2 Strength, Spinning, Yoga, andPeakPilates. OneHourSessions HeisalsoholdsaPersonal Training member rate) training clientsfor thepastsixyears. His Hurry! Offer ends energetic stylemotivatesclients ofall agestoworkhardand February28, 2010. havefun! 651) 249-2230HisMotto Fitnessisalifelongstaple that weneedtopractice andembrace every single day.” Cityof Maplewood 14 February 2010 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. New! Indoor Family WalkTime It’s that timeof yearwhenMinnesotan’sstart longingforspring. Wemissbeing ableto enjoyawarm walkoutdoorswiththefamily. Althoughsome Minnesotan’s liketo weartheirwinter parkasand brave theiceandbone-chillingtemperatures someof uswould prefer togetourexercise indoors. TheMaplewood Community Centerishere tohelp! Starting February 6thyou cannow enjoyawalk withyourfamilyindoorsinthe comfortableclimate ofthe gymnasium everySaturdayfrom4:00 - 5:00PM. Even better- thisisFREEformembers andasmalldailyadmission feefornon-members. Sopack upyour wagons, strollers, babycarriers or walkingsticks andenjoygettingoutofthe house eachSaturday asyouwalk thegymtogether. Inviteyour neighbors whoyou haven’t seenall winter and catchup! Thewalkingtrackon levelthree is also available foranyone12 yearsof age andolder. For more information, call 651.249.2230. Seeyouthere! The IndoorFamily WalkTime isnot available February 27thbecause ofthe Camping & Outdoors Expo. StretchedForQuality TImeWithMom? Receive AFREE Month When YouPurchase A Couple/Dual 3Month or Annual Membership. Offer expires February 28, 2010 Some restrictions apply. ContinuingToOffer MoreThan EverBefore. This offerapplies to anytwo people residingin thesame household. Call (651) 249-2230 andgetstartedtoday. 2100 White BearAvenue maplewoodcommunitycenter.com 6IGVIEXMSR 4VSKVEQW RWMHI Maplewood Monthly May2010 City Newsletter Save TheDate FRIDAY, JUNE11, 6:00 - 10:00PM everSuds, Sauce, andSoul event! Joinuson Friday, June11 SoulKid’sStuffSale onthe Maplewood Community CenterCampus (located atMay7, 4:30 - 7:30PM 2100White Bear Avenue) for aneveningof food andfunatMaplewoodCommunityCenteratouroutdoorgrillingextravaganza. Feed yoursoulwith livemusicfromAlison Scott, tantalizeyour taste buds withlipAlisonScott & BrianLeighton smackingbarbeque and washitalldown withacold brewfromMay7, 7:30PM the Maplewood-Oakdale Lions. attheMaplewood PerformingArtsTheatre BBQmasters and grilling gurusfromMaplewood andsurroundingNationalTrailsDay communities willbeserving uptaste-tempting treats. Throughout theJune5attheMaplewoodCommunity nightourexpertpanelof Foodie judgeswill beon hand totasteandtestCenter & Maplewood Nature Center themanyofferings. Ultimately theywillchoose awinner ineachofthree Suds, Sauce & Soul categories including: BestWings, BestRibs, andBest Sauce. Stick June11, 6:00 - 10:00PM around untiltheend ofthe nighttohear thewinners announced andatMaplewoodCommunityCenterseeifyouagree! Judges willinclude: GregFox, DakotaCounty HogFarmerand Minnesota PorkBoard, a foodexpert fromCityExtremelyGreenSummerPartyPages, andaBBQgurufromthe Minnesota Barbecue Society. June18, 5:00 - 8:00PM atMaplewoodNatureCenter Withbraggingrights (aswellasa great prizepackage!) on theline, ourBBQ Masters will surelypull outallthestops andserveup thebest ofthebest! Before youleave don’tforgetto stop andvisit someof ourretailvendorsofferingall things grillingincluding BBQ relatedaccessories andsupply itemssuchassauces, rubs, grills, grill starters, andunique BBQtools. 2 TransitLink & NEST 2 PrimaryElection SATURDAY, JUNE 5, 8:30AM - 1:00PM 3 Council Corner 7 RecFireCodes 8 PrepareToStop 10 Fitness 11 YouthPrograms 13 Aquatics & CPR 14 Adult & 55+ Programs WillRossbach: Mayor 651.484.5427 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us JamesLlanas: Councilmember 651.488.2745 james.llanas@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JulieWasiluk: Concilmember 651.776.2633 julie.wasiluk@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood Meeting Schedule Business & EconomicDevelopment Commission: Maplewood CityHall Monday, May3 & June7at7:00PMGeneralInformation651.249.2000 CityCouncil: Monday, May10 & 24at7:00PMDeputyRegistrarandPassportHours: CityCouncil Wksp: Monday, May3at5:15PMMonday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Saturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM Citizen’sForum: Saturday, May1at10:00AM (CityHall) Saturday, June5at10:00AM (FireStation3) Maplewood Community Center Community DesignReviewBoard: Tuesday, May11 & 25at6:00PMRegistration651.249.2230 CustomerService 651.249.2230 Environmental & NaturalResourceCommission: Monday, May17at7:00PM Admissions 651.249.2210 HistoricalPreservation Committee: Thursday, May20at7:00PMTheater/BanquetRoomRental 651.249.2103 Housing & RedevelopmentAuthority: Wednesday, May12at7:00PMGroupInformation651.249.2203 Park & RecreationCommission: Wednesday, May19at7:00PMBirthdayParties651.249.2203 Aquatics 651.249.2206 PlanningCommission: Tuesday, May4 & 18at7:00PM ChildCare 651.249.2218 Fitness 651.249.2207 AllCityCouncilandCommissionmeetingsarebroadcast liveon Channel16andarerebroadcastonaschedulethatisposted atMaplewoodRecreationwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us.* Anymeeting cancellationsarepostedonGeneralInformation651.249.2124 theCity’swebsite. Maplewood NatureCenter Meetings arealsostreamedliveontheCity’swebsite. 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. AdvertiseintheNextIssue! Callnowtolearnhowyoucantakeadvantage ofaFREEad. Reachover18,200homes, businesses, Newsletter. Theentirenewsletterisfeatured onthecity website. ContactHeidi Careytodayat651.249.2021or heidi.carey@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Thank youtothe advertiserswhosupport thispublication! MOTHERS MAKE EACHDAYSPECIAL, MAKEHERDAYSPECIALWITH 15 Off aMassageMembership00 Purchasedby May 8, 2010. Call 651.249.2210today! Cityof Maplewood 1 May 2010 Filing Period ForThe Office Of CityTransitLinkHasReplacedNortheast CouncilmemberSuburbanTransit (NEST) Primary Election August10, 2010NESTDial-a-Rideisnolonger thecurb-to-curb serviceprovider for The State PrimaryElection will beMaplewoodriders. Transit Linkreplaced NEST this pastMarchand heldon August 20, 1010. InisnowtheproviderforMaplewoodandnearbycommunities. The conjunction with theState PrimaryMetropolitanCouncilfacilitatestheTransitLinkservice. a SpecialElection will beon theTransitLinkservicesthepublicwhereregularroutetransitservice isnotavailable andoperates throughout Twin Cities communities. It isshared-ride service, whichmustbereserved beforethe trip – the term vacated bycouncilmember Rossbach whenhewas elected to tripsthatcan’tbeaccomplished onregular transitroutes alone, and maycombine regular routeand Transit Linkservice. Ifa ridermust arecountis required; thewalkmorethan ¼ mile toastopin thewinter and more than ½ mile individual electedwill besworn intoastopinthesummer, the tripwillqualify forTransitLink, atleast onAugust 23, 2010. ThetermwillexpireDecember 31, 2011. door-to-doorservice andwill notberequiredtowalkto aregular route transitstop. 10, 2010Special Primary ElectionwillbeheldfromMay 18, 2010 to Trip Distance Fare Lessthan10 miles $2.25each way Foradditional information contact Karen Guilfoileat651.249.2002orBetween10and20miles $4.50each way atkaren.guilfoile@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Greater than20 miles $6.75each way regardlessofdistance. Group discountswillalsobeavailable. Transit Link serviceis curb-to-curbservice, whichmeans riders arepicked up anddroppedoffatthe curbofscheduledpickup and destination locations. Drivers willprovide assistancewithupto four willreceivedoor-to-doorassistance, uponrequest, meaningthe driver mayassistthemin getting fromtheir frontdoortothe bus and viceversa. Transit Linkserviceis county-based andnotintended for commuters. Pleasecall 651.602.LINK (5465) toaskabout availability for yourtrip. Standard hoursofoperationsforriders areweekdaysfrom6:00AM to7:00PM It should be notedthatMetro Mobility isalso ashared public Ridesare providedfor anypurposebutriders mustsubmitan applicationformto quality. Customerservicefor MetroMobility canbereached bydialing 651.602.1111. Thecost forutilizingthis door-to-doorserviceranges from $3.00to $4.00per one-waytrip. Formoreinformation, pleasecallMetro Transit at612.373.3333to speak toatransitexpert. Cityof Maplewood 2 May 2010 By Councilmember JohnNephew A Retreat To Move Forward OnaFridayinearly February, the CityCounciland themanagement Thepurpose ofthe retreat was threefold: tosetcouncil directionand goalsfor the next2-3years, identify short-termpriorities, and build trustand betterways ofworkingbetweenstaff andcouncil. Westarted by reviewing the city’s assets andobstacles. Maplewood Councilmembers Nephew andLlanas, Mayor Rossbach, hasa strong history, treasuredparks andpreserves, high quality Councilmembers Wasiluk andJunemannservices, dedicated staff, arobust businesscommunity, andan advantageous locationwithin the Metroarea. The cityalsofaces Goal Number2 - Good Government andunfunded mandatesfromhigher levelsofgovernment. MakeMaplewood city government transparent andaccessible; stepstorestore trust andrespect between the citizens, staffandproducedalistofgoalsfordiscussion. We cametoan agreement onwhat toprioritize. Thefollowingemergedas ourtop seven, as recorded by theretreatfacilitator: GoalNumber 3 - Parksand RecreationDepartment Re-establish aParksand Recreation Department usinginput fromGoalNumber1 - Restore ReputationofMaplewood citizen surveys; revitalize leadership, establish new direction, Re-establish Maplewood’sreputation as anattractive, viable programdetermination/stabilization, and possiblejointventure with neighboring communities. leadership withprofessionalanddedicated staff. Goal Number 4 (tie) - EnvironmentalPlanning Furtherdevelop processesfor “going green,” sustainability. Goal Number 5 (tie) - Fiscal Responsibility eyetoproviding stabilityand maximum valueinthe long termforour citizens. Goal Number 6 - Infrastructure Complete infrastructureupgrades. Goal Number7 - Redevelopment Plan Createandcommit toa redevelopment planfor the citythrough prioritizing andupdating the MasterPlan. AtourApril 12th meeting, theMaplewood CityCouncil formally adopted these goals bya unanimous vote. assistance fromthe statehasdeclined, thedemandfor services, havetobalance the needto limitthe growthofproperty taxes, with theneed tomakethe investments in ourcommunity thatwillbring greaterprosperity andstability for allinthe longterm. Identifying theseshared goalsisanessential step towardbettergovernance inour city. Cityof Maplewood 3 May 2010 Extreme LessThan50DAYSLeftToRegisterGreenMakeoverGreenMakeoverWINA $15,000GREENMAKEOVERToTransformingYardsForASustainableMaplewood www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/extremegreen ExtremeGreenMakeover EVENTSFREE Rain BarrelInstallation DemonstrationMaplewoodResidents - Time isrunningout toget your application Adults) inforthe $15,000ExtremeGreen Yard Makeover! Simply INSTALLATION DATES: MAY11 ORJUNE15, 7:00PM attend aqualifying eventup toJune25 topick upyour application. Watchhow CorrieZoll ofMetroBlooms installs rainbarrels in Formore information, call651.249.2170, orvisitthewebsiteat homeowners’ yards. Learn thetechniques necessary forsuccessful www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/extremegreen. installation andgetanswerstoyourrainbarrelquestions. Toregister, call theNatureCenterat 651.249.2170. Allages) Waterfest At Lake PhalenSATURDAY, MAY 8, 1:00 - 3:00PM Allages) ATTHEMAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER SATURDAY, MAY 22, 10:00AM - 2:00PM (FREE) Co-sponsored by The Friendsof Maplewood Nature Co-sponsored by TheRamsey-Washington Discoverthebeauty of Maplewood’ssouthern mostGreenway Metro Watershed District Lookforthe MaplewoodNatureCenterboothand lotsofother fun youryard. Learn how localcitizens wanttopreserve the area. Hike displaysand hands-on activitiesatWaterfest including: canoe rides, alongprimitive trails and uneventerrain. MeetatOakwood Church, 1388 Pointe Douglas Road South, inSt. Paul. more! Learnhowtokeep ourwaters cleanfor peopleand wildlife. Register online at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/extremegreen Visit www.rwmwd.orgfor moreinformation. Annual InspectionsofElm, Oak & Ash Inspector, tosurvey thecity’streesforDutch elmdisease, oakwilt andemerald ashborer. Ifyoususpectyouhaveadiseased tree, call thecity’sdisease treehotlineat651.249.2177. Information about thesediseasesis availableonthe city’swebsitewww.ci.maplewood. mn.us/trees. Thecityis requiredbystate lawtosurvey andcontrol diseased trees. Maplewood requires treeremoval companies to be licensed withthe city. Thelistofcontractors licensed with thecityof theyare licensed withthe cityand haveexperience and knowledge of trees, removal and disease. Emerald Ash BorerWorkshop (Adults) MONDAY, JUNE7, 7:00 - 8:00PM answerallyour questions aboutthis invasive pest, and whatsteps wecantake topreventitsspread. Learntoidentify thisinsect, what signstolookfor in yourash, andanypreventionmethods. The workshoptakesplace attheMaplewood Nature Center. Call 651.249.2170 toregister. Plant A Tree ThisYear TheCity ofMaplewood isofferingapurchaserebate to residentialandcommercial property owners forplantingshade trees onlandscapedpropertyin Maplewood. The priceofthetreewill bereimbursedby thecityata 50% cost-shareofupto $100 pertree. Foreachhousehold, upto4 trees maybe purchased, ata totalmaxi- mumreimbursement of $200. Please visit www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/ treestogetall theinformation youneed before purchasing yourtree. Cityof Maplewood 4 May2010 What Property Owners LivingPrideOfMaplewoodAward Adjacent To Wetlands Should Know Coordinator for theMaplewood Fire Department. Susan joined theCity October 1,1996. openspace forhuman interaction, and arean integralpartoftheSincethedayshestarted, she has city’senvironment. Activitysurrounding wetlands maydegrade, been aleader inmoving the pollute, oraccelerate the agingof wetlands. department forward”. Toprotect residents andto herday-to- this valuableSteveLukin, FireChief (right) presentsawardto dayduties put herina classof resource, outstanding”. Maplewood Susan has learnedtotakeblood pressures and lovesto do updated themfor thefolkswho walk in. Shealways has apositive its wetland attitude whenyou are aroundher”. ordinancein Susanisa team playerandisalways lookingfor ways to December makethe department better. She iswell liked byallher co- 2009. The workersand delivers eachandevery day both internal and ordinance tries external outstandingcustomer service.” to balance the protectionofwetlands with theright ofprivatelandowners touse Susan isnowthe Pride ofMaplewood too. Thanks, Susan, for theirland. Animportant partofprotecting a wetlandisprotecting all youdo. thebuffer (strip ofvegetation) located between developed land andawetland. A goodbuffer protects awetland, addsbeauty, andprovides habitat forwildlife. Thecity’sgoalis toensure that thequalityofbuffers andwetlands improvesover time, rather thandeteriorates. Theordinance allowsfor existing mowed lawnsadjacentto wetlands, within abuffer, tobe usedtotheir fullpotential. So 4IVJSVQERGI JSV E 0MJIXMQI propertyownersthat are currently mowinglawnup toornearthe water’sedge maycontinue todo so. However, thecityencourages propertyowners torestore a stripofnon-mowedvegetationalong the water. 7YQQIV Forbufferswithexistingnative ornaturalized vegetation, the ordinanceallowssmall scalemanagement ofbuffers, butthese 8LIEXIV areascannotbechanged tolawn. AWetland Buffer Management EQT Worksheetandcity staffapprovalisrequired for activities inbuffers thatmayhave animpacton thewetland. The worksheet isintended tohelpresidents understandthe potential for damageandmake sure theplansfor theirproject have minimizedthatrisk. 8[S EQTW Formore informationonwhat activities arepermitted orrestricted inawetlandbuffer, viewthe Resident’sGuideto Wetlands located 3RI JSV VEHIW ERH SRI JSV VEHIW onthecity’swebsite atwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us/wetlands. Foradditional informationorto havea guidemailed, faxed, or7IISYVIFWMXIJSVHIXEMPW e-mailedtoyou, please contact ShannFinwall, Environmental EWLPERHTVSHYGXMSRW SVK1008,3075,1241,3132][ BusinessandEconomic Development Commission Look ToFoster FutureOpportunities OnJuly 27, 2009 thecity councilestablished the Businessand commissionmembers wereselected bytheCity Council and are Economic Development Commission (BEDC). Thiscommission was Maplewoodresidents and/orbusinesses owners inthe community. created inresponseto thecity ofMaplewood’sefforttodirect more All sevenmembersoftheBEDC are deeply committed to of itseffortsinto economic development andredevelopment. It has jumpstartingthis economicdevelopment effortandespecially want been determined inorderforMaplewood to continue to growand toreachout tothe business community in Maplewood toaddress prosper thecity willneed to bean activeplayerineconomic issues. theirconcerns. Creating partnerships withtheMaplewood business The following missionand visionstatements serve toguide the community is essential to thesuccessofthiseffort. BEDCasitconsiders issues. Themission of theBusiness andEconomicDevelopment CityCouncil chambers at CityHall. The generalpublic andmembers Commission is to advisethe Maplewoodeconomic development ofthebusiness community are invitedtoattend meetings. BEDC authority on issuesrelating to maintaining, expanding and members alsowant toencourageresidents andbusiness owners diversifying the economicandbusiness opportunitiesinthe city tocontact themifthey have anyideasor concerns forthe cityasit of Maplewood while addressing the needs ofthecity’sresidents’ directsmore of itsresources towards economicdevelopment and quality of lifeand its environment.”redevelopment. The visionof the Business and EconomicDevelopment Contactinformation for allseven BEDCmembers canbefound on Commission is topromote anddevelop Maplewood’shighquality thecity’swebsite – www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Thecity’swebsite business environmentandthrivingcommunity. The commission alsohasseveralpages dedicated toeconomic developmentfor willachieve itsvision bypromotingMaplewood’sstrategic location, additional informationincluding amap displayingallcommercial educated workforce and desirable working environment. The andindustrialproperties in thecityeither forsaleor forlease. Also, commission iscommitted to thesuccess of Maplewood’sbusiness feelfreetocontact anyMaplewood citystaffmember with ideas community while improving employment opportunities for the orconcerns. Michael Martin, aplanner withthecity, servesas the residents ofMaplewood.”staffliaisonfortheBEDC andcan be reached at651.249.2303 or Michael.Martin@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Ramsey CountyMaster Gardeners questionsfrom the public ontopics ranging fromsustainable lawncare andvegetable gardeningtocomposting andproper pesticideuseand therecent, seriousthreatfromemerald ashborer. Theprogram aims toconnect University ofMinnesota resources withthe environmental needsand initiativesofRamseyCounty. Aspartofthis, Master Gardeners are reaching outto underserved audiences inRamsey County, especially HmongandHispanic communities. For more information, call651.704.2063or emailrcmg@umn.edu. FREEServices ForResidents 1) Master Gardener Line651.704.2071 Getaresearched answer! 2) FREE Plant andInsect Diagnoses Clinic www.co.ramsey.mn.us/mastergardener/services.htm Master Gardener PLANT SALE! May 22, 9:30AM-12noon. The ‘Barn’ 2020 WhiteBear Avenue, St. Paul City ofMaplewood 6 May 2010 2170EastCounty RoadD, Maplewood WeWant Your Feedback On MaplewoodParks & Recreation TheCity ofMaplewood strives toprovide thehighest quality possibleinparks and recreationopportunities toourcitizens and neighbors. We arealways looking forways toimprove ourservices. Pleasetakeafew moments togive usyour feedbackon howwe It’s springinMaplewood. Thatareperforming. There isashort surveyavailable ontheCity’s homepage under theMaplewood Newssection at ridebicycles andenjoywww.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Lookfor printversionsofthe survey at theMaplewood Library, the Maplewood CommunityCenter, or at Lastyear your CityCouncilMaplewoodCityHall. Thesurveyis onlyavailable untilJune1st. reviewed the City’s Ordinance Ifyouhave anyquestions regarding thissurvey, ourparks, recreation and leisure programs, and natural resources offerings as it hadbeen manyyearssince contact theParksand Recreation Survey Coordinator John Helcl the Ordinancewaslooked at. In at651.249.2023orrecreationprogramming at651.249.2007. January theCouncilpassed new language regarding thosetypesThankyouinadvanceforyourparticipationinthissurvey. Your inputisgreatlyappreciated andisessential inour effortstomaintain highqualityprograms for Maplewoodresidents and the surrounding TheState ofMinnesota regulates communities. what arereferred toas “outdoor Code. Technically, all outdoor Fires areprohibited in Minnesota. all, safe. TheCity’sOrdinance addresses each ofthesepoints insome detail. Essentially instructinghow faraway frombuildings Ordinance Highlights pleasecontact theAssistant Fire Chief/FireMarshall, Butch Gervais at651.249.2804. City ofMaplewood 7 May 2010 Sold OutTheatre Cheers On StepUpPrepareToStop! To The Mic FinalistsAnd Winners! Each yearthe cityreceives several requests forinstallingor removing stop signs. Proponents tostop signinstallation typically present arelatively emotional appeal based on a recentaccidentorseries of “nearmisses”. Opponents to stopsigns voicetheir dissatisfactionwith the inconvenience, noise, pollution, and Brenna Skalletdeterminedmotoristswhosimplyignore SelenaBrillsKisonEllis Richardson Congratulations toMaplewood’snewestmusic stars – the Adultorcircumventstopsigns. Often astopsign isinstalled atthe andYouthWinners ofStep UpToTheMic! Over200 youth andrequestofneighborhoodresidents, onlytobeopposedbyother residentsandsubsequently removed. Maplewood Performing Arts Theatre andAshland Productions. After Tohelp eliminatethisproblem, thecitycouncil hasan adopted challenging preliminary rounds which took placeatthebeginning of policywhereby the issuesofneighborhood signsare heardonce eachyear. Thefollowing isthecity council adoptedneighborhood the “Final15” Final ShowFriday, March26andSaturday, March27. stop-sign policy: Winnersincluded YouthWinner BrennaSkallet, a14-year-oldsinger1. Requests fromcitizensrequire a minimum of12 propertyowner fromThief RiverFalls, whoalso playsguitar, violin andpiano. Hersignaturesinordertoshowneighborhoodsupportandhopefully soulstirring renditionofMartinaMcBride’s “Anyway,” won hertofosterneighborhooddiscussionbeforegoingtothecouncil. approvingcomments and votesfrom thejudges, including: 2. Aresponse willbesent bythe cityto therequesting party indicating thata public meetingwillbeheldduring the month of July. 3. Aspecial articlewillbe publishedin theJuly MaplewoodMonthly providing adiscussion ofstopsign prosandcons, along with the SelenaBrills, a 10-year-old fromBlaine, placedas the Youthlistofareastobeconsidered. Runner-Upwithher version ofacountry medley that combined4. Depending onthenumber ofrequests, either aspecial meeting Blue” and “Cowboy Sweetheart.” As rewardfor theiroutstandingoraregularcouncilmeetingwillserveastheopenmeetingforperformances, Brenna won aDisneyvacationfor twoas partofherthepublicdiscussion. extensiveprize package and Selenatookhomethe opportunity to perform at “Sample NightLive,” indowntown St. Paul. Keepinmind that thispolicy forone hearingperyear appliesonly toneighborhood stop signs. Otherwarranted stop signrequests will TheAdult Winner wasKison, alsoknownasKimberly Swanson, astillbeconsideredonacase-by-casebasisthroughout the year. 25-year-oldsinger-songwriter fromWarren, MNwhonow livesandPleasesendyourpetition, withaminimum of12propertyowner works inMinneapolis. Her killingversion of “I’llDrown InMyOwnsignatures, tothe public worksdepartment before May21, 2010. Tears” scored herthe winand thefollowing judge’s feedback: OnThePolice Scanner InMarch, theMaplewood Police Department responded to1,925 calls forservice. Shoreview’sEllisRichardson, a 20-year-oldHamlineUniversity18AssaultCases student studying TheaterArts, tookthe Adult Runner-Up position0RobberyCase with his versionof “SundayMorning” byMaroon 5. 16 Burglary Cases 121 TheftCases Kison wona studiorecordingexperience aswell asa prizepackageand9AutoTheftCasesEllisRichardsonwasgiventheopportunitytoperformat “Sample68TheftfromVehicleCasesNightLive,” indowntown St. Paulwith Youth RunnerUpSelena Brills. 26 Criminal DamagetoPropertyCases Bothwinners willbe performing liveat theTaste ofMaplewood, August6 & 7. Don’t misstheirMaplewood debutappearances! for DWI. ProposedBan On Coal Tar SealantsDoes The CityAllow ThoseSigns? The city adoptedthesurface water management plan aspart ofthe Whenthesnow melts andspring is 2030 Comprehensive PlaninJanuary 2010. Implementation in theair, temporarysignsalong the requirements ofthe surface water management plancall foran roads seemto pop upout of nowhere, update to thecity’s stormwaterordinanceto ensureallrequirements likesprouting tulips. Unliketulips, of theplan arebeing met. however, thesesigns canbeunattractive, causenuisances, and cangivealowTheEnvironmentalandNaturalResources (ENR) Commission impressionofthecommunity. Of par- ticularconcern aresignsthatadvertiseordinancelanguageduringtwoaproductorservicesoldelsewhere. separate meetings. The ordinance is now readyto bebrought forward to InJanuary2010 theMaplewood City Council adopted anew the citycouncil for apublic sign ordinance. Included intheordinance wereadditional restrictions onsigns alongroads. Followingisa summaryofthe 2010at7:15PM attheCity Council temporary signswhich AREallowed alongtheroad: chambers. 1. Garage SaleSigns Asummary oftheordinance changesinclude the requirement thatallnew development and redevelopment projects which the roadencompassone-half acreor moreofdisturbed area or5,000square- feetor moreofnew impervioussurface willbeevaluated basedon thenew stormwater requirements. Forexample: runoff ratesshall notexceed thepre-project runoffratesfor the2-year, 10-year, and 100-year criticalduration stormevents; volume removed at least1dayafterthe salepracticesforrunoffvolumesofatleast1.0inch overallnew impervious andredevelopment impervious portionsofa project; and 2. Off-SiteDirectional andOpen House RealEstate Signs noperson shallthrow, drain, discharge, intothemunicipal separate storm sewer systemany pollutants orwaters containing any pollutants otherthanstormwater. the road Another importantelement ofthe proposed stormwater ordinanceis thebanon theuse of coaltar sealants. The useof both asphalt and coaltar basedsealers onasphalt driveways isa common practice. Howevercoal tarsealant products contain highconcentrations of theday oftheopen house onlypolycyclicaromatichydrocarbons (PAHs), which areformedby the incomplete combustion oforganic materialssuch ascoal andoil. roadfor 30daysperreal estate listing useof theseproducts on stormwaterrunoff andcertain health and address, andtelephone numberof thepersonresponsible forenvironmentalconcerns. Asphaltbasedsealant is thepreferred thesign andthedatethesign wasinstalled along theroadalternative. The city regulatestemporary signsinordertofacilitateThe2009Legislatureenactedabillthatrestrictsstateagenciesfromcommunication, promote publicsafety, minimize visualpurchasingcoaltarbasedsealantsstartingJuly1st, 2010. clutter, andenhance property valuesandbusinessAdditionaltechnicalinformationcanbefoundatwww.pca.state. opportunities. Formore informationvisit thecity’swebsiteatmn.us/water/stormwater/stormwater-coaltar.html. Visitthecity’s www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/signs orcontact Shann Finwallatwebsiteatwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us/stormwater toview the proposed ordinance. Formore information, contactMichael Thompson, city engineer at651.249.2403 or michael.thompson@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Cityof Maplewood 9 May2010 The Maplewood Community Centerwillbe closed Monday, May31 forMemorial Day. The Maplewood Community Center Is Offering A Great MembershipSpecial WithNew Activities ForTweens! Lookingforahealthy, funwayforyour childrento spendthesummer? The Maplewood Community CenterisofferingaStaycation Specialgeared especially foryouth 10-17. For aslittle as $90 yourchildcan havefullaccessto theMaplewood Community Centerfor90days andtake shootinghoopsin thegym, andforages16-17workout intheStrength andCardioCenteror Wednesday from1:00-2:00PMincluding Crazy PoolGames, WiiSports, Drumming andDodgeball. Children under 10arewelcome totakepart intheStaycation Specialbutmustbe accompanied byanadultwhilevisiting thecommunity center. Wewill endthesummer withaminitriathlon for allparticipants. All tweenswho visit theMaplewood Community Centerandwork out30 of the 90days will qualifyfortheLet’s Moveprogram andwill receive specialprizes. Don’twait, take advantage oftheStaycation Special now! Offerends May21, 2010. Someage restrictions apply. Call 651.249.2230 formoreinformation. New! Boot Camp THURSDAYS, MAY20 - JUNE 24, 6:00 - 7:00PM Thisworkout hasitall! Withanemphasison formand function, Boot Campis designed totake yourworkout toanewlevel! Strength, useoftheBOSU balancetrainer along withdumbbells, stabilityballsandbands. Work atyourpace whilecompleting thechallenge ofdrills. Costis $48.00 ($36.00 forMCCmembers). Call651.249.2230 or registerthe easyway-online! www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com 0INITIAL FEE MEMBERSHIPSPECIAL BUY 3 MONTHS GET 1 FREE! Hurry! Offervalid May1 -31, 2010only. VotedBestFitnessCenterNineTimes. 2009 651) 249-2230 Cityof Maplewood 10 May 2010 SummerDay Camp MONDAY - FRIDAY, JUNE 14 - SEPTEMBER 3 9:00AM - 4:00PM (BEFORE & AFTER CAREAVAILABLE) Maplewood Parks & Recreation still hasopeningsin their popular Camp createaquality campexperience. Theenergeticstaff wholeadthis TUESDAYS - THURSDAYS, 9:00 - 12:00PM campare welltrained, responsible, and excitedfor the campers to jointhemin the summeradventures. Siblingdiscounts areoffered. Maplewood Community Center! Ourpre-schoolcamp isfor children Call 651.249.2230 toregister orformore information. wishingtogo tocamp, butnot yetreadyfor afullday. Ourcamps featureweekly themes, cooking, nature activities, arts andcraftsKarateprojects, swimming, games, freeplay, music, story timeandmore! PutYourChildCenterStageWithMartialArts Camperswillhave anopportunitytolearnand playboth indoors Your childwilllearnthe skillsthey needtobesuccessful in lifeand andout. Allchildren MUSTBEPOTTYTRAINED. Cost is $50.00 learning; exercise, discipline, respect, teamworkand problem solving 45.00forMCCmembers) and includesacamp t-shirt. Staffratio toname afew. Taught byMr. Welsh ofTheEdgeMartialArtsat the is1staff forevery 5campers and islimited to20campers per Maplewood Community CenteronMondays. Costis $60.00and session. Call651.249.2230 to register. SAVE! 45.00forMCCmembers). Call651.249.2230 toregister. Silly Science: June22 - 24Registerfor3Monthsandreceive $5OFF eachmonth. Back ToNature: July13 - 15 LITTLEDRAGONSages4-6) 5:15-5:45PM WackyWaters: July20 - 22 BEGINNER ages7+) 5:45-6:15PM Silly Science: August 10 - 12 ADVANCED BEGINNER Gold beltand higher) 6:15-7:00PM RedCross Babysitting Class Youth Basketball Clinic SATURDAY, JUNE 26, 9:00AM - 3:30PM THURSDAYS, MAY20 – JUNE 24 Thisclinicis designedforboys andgirls Kindergarten through dealing withthe challengesandrewards ofcaring foryounger grade5who wanttolearnthe basicskillsofbasketball orwant to children. Students willlearn andput intopracticevaluable concepts andproblem solving skills anduponcourse completion willbeRed rulesofthegame, thedifferent lineson acourt, dribbling, passing, shooting, offensiveand defensive positioning among other skills ages11andupandwill meetinthe MCC ActivityRoom.Cost leadingtogame play. Basketball hoop heights willbeadjusted to is $60.00andincludes a $10.00RedCross Kit. Students meetthe needsofparticipants. Eachplayer willreceivea coolclinic shouldbring abag lunchormoney for theMCCConcessions shirt! Costis $50.00 ($40forMCC members). Theclinic isheldat Counter. Class sizeislimited. Call 651.249.2230toregisterearly! theMaplewoodCommunity Center. Call651.249.22330 toregister. SUMMER HORSE DAY CAMPSK - 1stgrade 5:30 - 6:25PM August10-12andAugust23-25, 9:00 - 12:00PM2nd - 3rdgrade 6:30 - 7:25PM This campisgearedforyounger4th - 5thgrade 7:30 - 8:25PM riders (ages7-12) ofallskill levels. YoungRembrandts Camperswill participate ingrooming, Ages6-12years) SummerCartooning tacking, and ridingeachday. Campers will leavethe Maplewood CommunityMONDAYS, JULY12 - AUGUST 1610:00-11:00AM Center at9:00AM, returning thereTHURSDAYS, JULY15 - AUGUST 19, 6:30-7:30PM at12:00PM. Parents are invited toaCreateamazingcartoons! Discover story-telling through pictures. Photo oponFridaytoobserve theirYouwillbuildartisticskillswithstep-by-stepinstructions from an campersin action. The 3DaySummerenthusiasticandtalentedteacher. Thisclass willexpandyour Camps are heldatWoodloch Stableinknowledgeinart. Class willbeheldat theMaplewood Community Centerandcostis $60.00persession. Call651.249.2230toregister. fast! Call 651.249.2230 to register. Cityof Maplewood 11 May2010 3rd Lair SkatePark Camp SESSION1: JUNE21 - 25, 8:15AM - 3:00PM SESSION 2: JULY12 - 16, 8:15AM - 3:00PM SESSION3: AUGUST2 - 6, 8:15AM - 3:00PM Lair! Ages 8 - 16 andall skilllevelsarewelcome. Thecampers aretaught thebasics: balance, pushing, droppingin, skatepark safety andetiquette. Equipment neededfor camp: skateboard, andhelmet. Knee pads, elbowpads, andwristguards arerecommended. Registration deadline isoneweek beforecamp. Costis $180.00whichincludes transportationfrom theMCC. Lunchmay bepurchased at theskate-park for $4.00or you can bringa baglunch. Campers will receive: a20010 skateboardcampt-shirt, 3rdLairphoto IDcard, free open skateeveryday aftercamp, freepadandequipment rental, 10% offin theSkateShop completion foreveryrider, andpromotionalproducts from oursponsors. Summer Volleyball Camp STARTING INAUGUST Ifyouwant tolearnaboutvolleyball, improveyourskills, orpreparefortryouts, Kokoro Volleyballwill helpyoureachyour goals. Ourcampsare leadbyR. T. Luczak whohas coachedallages frombeginning players to CollegiateDivisionIand Professional players. AllCampswillbeheld atEdgerton CommunityGym, 1929Edgerton StreetinMaplewood. Costis $200.00 percampandincludes 20hours of instruction andacampt-shirt. Formore informationorto register, call651.750.2876. Maplewood NatureCenter Family Events! Peer IntoThe Pond (FREE!) SATURDAY, MAY29, 1:30 - 2:30PM Childrenages 5andup withanadultcan catch, identifyand release snails, WantToSeeTheLargest PinOakInThestate? liveunderourTVvideo cam. Call651.249.2170toregister. Happy Trails Hike (FREE!) Youneedgonofarther than thenature center! TheSATURDAY, JUNE 5, 9:30 - 11:30AM big oaktree under which somany have picnicked, hasChildrenages4andupwithanadultcancelebrateNationalTrailsDaywithbeenmeasuredandemergedasanewchampionforanaturalist-ledon thenaturecenter’snew trail system. Grab aFunPack 2010! It willbelistedonthe state’sBig Tree Registry, and iscurrentlyon thecity’sBigTree Registry – theway. Call 651.249.2170 toregister. check out theBigTree Registry underthe Junior Volunteers (FREE!) nature center, on-line. Our newchampion status will becelebratedthis yearTUESDAY, JUNE 8, 6:30 - 8:00PM (informationalmtg) attheArbor Dayeventheld May 1. TUESDAYS, JUNE 15 - JULY27, 9:30 - 11:15AM Childrenages 10-14are invited to makenew friendsand learnabout the 2659EastSeventhStreetoutdoors. Assist thenaturalistwithon-going trail projects and neighborhood 651.249.2170 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/ncHelptakecareoftheliveanimals. Informationalmeeting: Parentand child attendance required. Call651.249.2170 To register. Cityof Maplewood 12 May 2010 SUMMERSWIM REGISTRATION IS GOING ONNOW! Course descriptions maybe foundonourwebsite atwww.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com. A CAllsummerfullsessionclassesincludeeightlessonsandcost $68.00 ($53.00forMCC members). QUATICENTER S E! Semi-privatelessons are available Monday - Thursday at arateof $115.00 ($90.00forMCC members). PECIALVENTS Toregister, stopby theMaplewood Community CenterCustomerServiceDesk (Monday 9:00AM - 7:00PM, Tuesday - Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM, Saturday9:00AM - 12:00PM). Online Magic Island, beach balls, registration isalso available at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us (clickonI WantToorE-Services). tubes, andalmost everything Orregister by phoneat651.249.2230. be availableinthepool for Privatelessonsare also available byarrangement. All privatelessonsare 30 minutes. To everyone toenjoy. Bringthe schedule your private lesson today, contact Ronat 651.249.2206or ron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. whole family. FREE for members and thecostof Water Safety Instructor Training dailyadmission for non-members. MONDAY - FRIDAY, JUNE14 - 18, 9:00AM - 6:00PM Areyouinterested inbeing trainedasa RedCrossWater SafetyInstructor? Wearenow offeringWSItrainingforindividuals ages16+. Costis $225.00. FlotationDays May 28 & June 25WaterSafetyAideProgram5:00 - 8:00PMSATURDAY, JUNE 12, 1:00 - 6:00PM WenowofferFREE trainingtoindividuals 10and olderwho have NationalTrails DaycompletedRedCrossSwimLevel4andareinterestedinbeingavolunteerSpecialFlotationEventaideforourswimlessonsprogram. Formore informationcontactRonat June 5, 10:00 - 1:00PM651.249.2206 oratron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Wacky FlotationLifeguardingTrainingWednesday MONDAY - FRIDAY, JUNE21 - 25, 1:00 - 6:00PM June 30, 1:00 - 4:00PM LifeguardTraining classisofferedthrough theMCC totrainandcertify perspective candidates tobe lifeguards. Ifyouare interestedin a jobthat provides goodpay andteacheslifesaving skills, thenthis istheclass for you! Costis $180.00 ($150.00 MCCmembers). Call651.249.2230 toregister. CPR/AEDandFirstAidClasses Theseclasses aredesigned toinform people how torespondin emergencyand life-threateningsituations. Aftersuccessful completion ofthecourse participants willreceive Red Cross Center. Cost is $80.00 ($60.00 forMCCmembers). COMMUNITYCPR: AdultandChildCPR/AEDandInfantCPR) SATURDAY, JUNE12, 10:00AM - 5:00PM ATTENTION CHILDCARE PROVIDERS! Child CPR/AED & Infant CPRwith FirstAidCHILDCPR/AEDANDINFANTCPR WITHFIRSTAID is designed to meet state CPRandSATURDAY, MAY8ORJULY10, 10:00AM - 5:00PM First Aid requirements. Cityof Maplewood 13 May2010 Seepage4fortreeclassesofferedby theMaplewoodNature Center FREE Senior Well BeingMCCFootCareSessionsSeminarsTUESDAYS, MAY 11, JUNE 8, JULY 13, 9:00AM - 1:00PM MONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AMProfessionalFootCareinaPrivateSetting! At theMaplewood Community CenterTheMaplewoodCommunityCenterandAffordableFootCarehave2100WhiteBearAve. joined forcestoprovidequality footcareby an experienced, licensed, May10: BulletProof YourImmune Systemandinsuredregisterednurse! Cost is $32.00. Call651.249.2230to Information onthevitamins, supplements and natural foodsforscheduleanappointment. The 30min sessionincludes: super immunity”. Presented by Vibrant LifeCenter. Foot Massage - Cutting Toenails May 17: LearnTo Play GuitarFilingCorns & Calluses - Foot Soak whatyouneedtostartthisfun andrewarding hobby. MusicisgoodDodgeballLeague18+) formentalhealthandkeeping thesmallmotor skillssharp. ThoseCompetitiveLeague: Monday’sJune 21 - August 23 attending receive acoupon for $5offbeginner guitarlessons. Recreational League: Tuesday’s June 22 - Aug 24 May 24: Senior Fitness AssessmentGameTimes: Between 6:00PM - 9:00PM Maintaining adequatestrength, endurance and agilityis criticalJoinotherpeopleinterestedinexperiencingthefunofarecreationalforolderadultsinordertoensureindependenceforyearstododgeballleagueinastructuredandexcitingenvironment! Each team come. Thisseminar isa batteryof testsdesignedmustconsistof6-10participants containinganycombination ofmales orfemales. Theleague willbe 8weekslong witha4 teamplayoff the Courtesy ofthe Maplewood Care Center andThe9thweek. Leaguechampions willreceive FREE entry tothenext Homestead ofMaplewood. league. Atthe mandatoryteammanager meeting on June15, 6:00PM Call651.249.2230to register. scheduleswillbehandedout, rules willbeexplainedand questions will beanswered. Registration Deadline: FridayJune 11! Costis $300 perteam. Table Tennis Leagues & Tournaments TheMaplewoodCommunity Center isoffering adultco-ed Table TennisLeaguesandTournaments starting mid May. Visitthewebsite or call651.249.2204for moredetails. Get OutOn the Links With MCC’s SummerGolf League Wednesday Nights June 9 - August 11 Thisleague willtake place atIsland LakeGolf & Training Centerin Shoreview. This short, user friendlycourse features 9holes with8 par 3’s and 1par4. Each weekthere willbea funon-coursecompetition whereyoucanwin “MCCdollars”. At theend ofthe league, the value CommunityCenter. Signupasa single, coupleor 3-some andwe’ll createthegroups for you. Ifyou havea groupof4 youcan signup together. Tee times mayrotate, butit will be closeto5:00PMeach week. Don’tmiss theChampionship andCook-outDay August 11th! Cost is $199.00 or ($185.00forMCCmembers). Call 651.249.2230 toregister. Fee includesallyour greenfees, prizesand end of theyearcook –out. Ridingcartsare availableand canberented weeklyfor only $4/player. Cityof Maplewood 14 May 2010 CityofMaplewood PRSRT STD1830CountyRoadBEast U.S. POSTAGEMaplewood, MN55109 PAIDPhone: 651.249.2000 Permit #4903www.ci.maplewood.mn.us St. Paul, MN ECRW********ECRSS** ECR RESIDENTIA CUSTOMERL Upon request, this newsletterwillbe madeavailablein analternateformat. Printedon recycledpaper. New Flood PlainMaps & Ordinance In2009theFederal Emergency ManagementAgency (FEMA) TheMaplewood Environmental andNatural ResourcesCommissionoriginallycreatedin1986. Floodplain mapsare usedas an andthePlanningCommission havereviewed and recommended community. Updatestothese mapsarenecessary because of FEMArequirements. TheCityCouncil willholdtworeadings ofthe development, erosion, andnatural forces. 2010, at7:00PM. thatsomeproperties willbeaffectedbythe newmaps. Thecitywill amendment, visitthecity’swebsiteat www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/ throughthemail. amendmentsto theCode ofFederalRegulations (Code 44, Section Maplewood Seasons Inside! Maplewood Monthly June2010 CityNewsletter In memoryof Sergeant JoeBergeron Maplewood Police Department Youwillbemissed… Donations fortheSergeantJoseph Bergeronmemorialfund canbesentto: Sgt. JoeBergeron MemorialFund, City & CountyCredit Union 1661CopeAvenue East, Maplewood, MN55109. 651) 225-2700 WillRossbach: Mayor 651.484.5427 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us KathleenJuenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us JamesLlanas: Councilmember 651.488.2745 james.llanas@ci.maplewood.mn.us JohnNephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us JulieWasiluk: Concilmember 651.776.2633 julie.wasiluk@ci.maplewood.mn.us JimAntonen: CityManager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood Meeting Schedule Maplewood CityHall Business & EconomicDevelopment Commission: GeneralInformation 651.249.2000 Deputy Registrar andPassportHours: Maplewood Community Center ChildCare 651.249.2218 CityCouncilandCommissionmeetingsarebroadcastliveonChannel16 andarerebroadcastonaschedulethatispostedatwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us.* Maplewood Recreation GeneralInformation 651.249.2124 Maplewood NatureCenter Code Enforcement Online: Go towww.ci.maplewood.mn.us andclickon EXIVMRK memorials, anddonations fromcitizens, businesses, and 4IVJIGX JSV XLI TISTPI SY PSZIourextendedpublicsafetyfamily. ERH VIPEXMZIW XSS AdvertiseintheNextIssue! Maplewood Monthly CallnowtolearnhowyoucantakeadvantageJanuary2009CityNewsletter Lose2Win Weight Loss ChallengeThankstotheseFebruary17, the Maplewood Community CenterFitness Team willLose2WinSponsors: bekicking off the Winter Weight Loss Challenge. ofaFREEad. Reachover18,200homes, businesses, Resolve to Reduce in 2009! It’snot about a diet and making AnnBean temporaryimprovements. It’s aboutmaking a decisionto commit to alifestyle change and transforming your physique and future! LetMansiontheMaplewoodCommunityCenter’s team of “coaches” helpyou 8)6 2 attain your weight loss goals while having fun, meeting new friends andcompeting for GREAT PRIZES! contestants. Each week team coaches will be offering small group training sessions and informational seminarson topics includingNutrition for a HealthilyLifestyle, The Fast Food Jungle, StressManagement, Portion Control, Exercise SmarterNot Harder, Maintaining YourNew Physique fered exclusively to participantsincluding Bosu Boot Camp, Zumba and Line Dancing. Classwill be offered at multiple timesduring theday and weekto accommodate all participant’s schedules. Lose2Win article continued on page 10) Maplewood Goes Retro! Newsletter. Theentirenewsletterisfeatured onthecity Beginningin 2009, Maplewoodresidents will see a change in theappearance ofthe department’s squadcars. The department’s marked squadcars will take on the “retro” black-and-whitecolorInside: scheme withmodern-day gold-and-black graphics. Followingthe proposalby members ofthe department’s Labor-Management Committee to changethe look, the committeeexplored theoptions and proposed severalnew designs. Members of thedepartment voted on their topchoices, and a2 Thedepartment has had white squadcars since theearly 1980’s. Prior to thatchange, the cars were3 website. ContactHeidi Careytodayat651.249.2021ortimes. 5 Many police departments across themetro areaand state have adopted the “retro look.” Maplewood isone of several police departmentsin Ramsey County to adopt the black-and-white colorscheme. 6 thepublic isthe mainreason for the change. Visibility ofthe policeis an important part ofbuilding7relationshipswiththecitizensthedepartmentserves. Improved recognition willenhance that visibility. heidi.carey@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Thank youtothe7Thechangewilloccurgraduallyasoldsquadcarsarereplacedwithnewvehicles. The changeover 8 years. The photo shows the design of the new squadcars. The signature maple leaf was9includedaspartofthenewgraphicsandis 6)%/=78 0-:)6=6)%/=78 0-:)6= displayedon the trunk lid. The City’s website is10acrosstherearbumper. Citizens should start advertiserswhosupport thispublication! seeingthese new squads on patrol in January. 10 11=3,2v7 6%2',-7)00'00 6-+,87 6)7)6:)( Cityof Maplewood 1 June 2010 Ramsey County FairALocalProgramForReusableItems July 14 - 18 It’seasy, fast and free! SM tomakethis annualcountyfaira participationexperience aswell asawww.twincitiesfreemarket. spectator’sexperience. Youth and adultscancompete inall ofthe Eureka Recycling, isa ribbonsandcash prizes. Winners inthetalent contestwillenterintolocalwebsitewhereyoucan list items togiveaway or andmore. Commercialexhibitors, foodvendorsand carnivalridesitemsyounolongerneed. Whenwereuse, wereduce theneed tomanufacture newproducts ramseycountyfair.com. Before thefairopens carnival rideticketsatandpreventmaterialsfrombeingwasted – savingenergy, protectingairandwater quality, preserving our environmentand protectingour health. wasting – savingmoneyonthecost ofdisposal and the costof buyingnew items. Reusingitemsalso reducestheneedfortax supportedprograms tomanage waste. usefulitemstheynolonger needtosomeone whocanappreciate connections inyourcommunity andreducewaste! Call Note: Therewill beno July4th Fireworks heldat Hazelwood Park thisyear. Prideof Cityof Maplewood 2 June 2010 100 METERRACE DETAILS 12 310MENWOMENTOP FINALISTSINEACHGROUPRACE :RACE: ACOUPONFORAROOTBEERFLOATATTHETASTEOFMAPLEWOOD & ANOPPORTUNITY TOWINFANTASTIC PRIZES. REGISTER AT APORTION OFTHERACE PROCEEDSWILL GO TO WWW.CI.MAPLEWOOD.MN.US/TASTE 29DEADLINE: JULY Photo 2 Extreme Photo 1 Green MakeoverGreenMakeoverGreenMakeoverTransformingYardsForASustainableMaplewood June25IsTheDeadlineToApply ForTheExtremeGreen Makeover 1. RaincanaldirectsrainwaterfromrooftoRainGarden. ThisopportunitybroughttoyoubytheCityofMaplewood, RamseyWashingtonMetroWatershed Districtandthe RamseyCountyLibrary. SponsoredinpartbytheFriends ofMaplewood Nature. Comevisit thenature centeryard toseeexamplesofthesegreen GREENEXTREMEyard? It’s yourlastchancetoattendWanta GREENMAKEOVERevents to transform your yard intooneeventstotransformyouryardintoone thatfeatures sustainable landscaping principles. Learntocompost, EXTREMEGREEN MAKEOVERncandclickonGreenway. Oaplewood resident* thatneluckyM attends a class will win upto a $15,000yard Thankyousponsors & partners makeover! Plus therewillbe anopportunity towin Friendsofthe NatureCenter andLindersGardenstore. So far, there hasbeen alot of centerhasreceived twentysixapplications fora freeinstallation of arainbarrel. 8'%6(7Weencourageeveryonetoapply – don’t worryif youthinkyour yard EPMH 8LVY 11 won’t be right – if youareinterested – pleasedo attend a class, pick 8,238,-2+upan application andhavefun withit! 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Register for3 Months and receive $5OFF eachmonth. LITTLE DRAGONS BEGINNER ADVANCED BEGINNER Ditch theWorkout and Join theParty with Zumba atMaplewood Community Center! TUESDAYS, June1 - 29 & July6 - 27, 5:30 - 6:30PM THURSDAYS, June3 - 24 & July1 - 29, 5:30 - 6:30PM SATURDAYS, June5 - 26 & July10 - 31, 9:30 - 10:30AM Continuing ToOfferMoreThanEverBefore. Soul 0 initial fee onAtTheMaplewood CommunityCenter monthly memberships! 2100White Bear Ave Voted BestFitness Center9Times! Ranked #6inThe Minneapolis/St. PaulJournal’s “Top 25MetroArea FintessCenters.” Call today! (651) 249-2230 LiveMusicFeaturing: AlisonScott 1282.45 POUNDS LOST. 2 Areyouupforthechallenge? 651-249-2103 City ofMaplewood 5 June 2010 Tots InMotion TUESDAYS, JULY13 - AUGUST17, 5:30 - 6:15PM Thisclassis designed forparents/grandparents and toddlersfrom Campwalkingagetothreeyearsold. Learnsimple dance moves, activity yourlittleones! Wewill alsoenjoysomeplaytime inthegym each TUESDAYS - THURSDAYS, 9:00 - 12:00PM weekatthe conclusionofclass. Thisclassisheld atthe childrenwishingtogotocamp, butnotyetreadyforafullday. Ourcampsfeatureweeklythemes, cooking, natureactivities, Beginning Tumbling artsandcraftsprojects, swimming, games, freeplay, music, AGES 2-3) FRIDAY, JULY9 - AUGUST13, 9:00 - 9:45AM storytimeandmore! Campers willhaveanopportunitytoAGES4-6) FRIDAY, JULY9 - AUGUST13, 9:45 - 10:30AM AGES 2-3) SATURDAY, JULY10 - AUGUST14, 9:00 - 9:45AM AGES 4-6) SATURDAY, JULY9 - AUGUST14, 9:45 - 10:30AM Theseclasses aredesigned especially for littleones topractice their campersandislimitedto20camperspercoordinationwhilelearningtotaketurns, followdirections, interactwith 4IVJSVQERGI JSV E 0MJIXMQI 7YQQIV8LIEXIVOnThePoliceScanner EQTcallsforservice. 2 Robbery Case 14 Burglary Cases 8[S EQTW122TheftCases 3RI JSV VEHIW ERH SRI JSV VEHIW 50 Criminal DamagetoPropertyCases 7II SYV IFWMXI JSV HIXEMPW EWLPERHTVSHYGXMSRW SVK 2204,3072,2437,3129][12][,,][Arial]] MusicTogether Spring Session THURSDAYS, JUNE24 - AUGUST12AT 6:15PM isrequiredfor thedemonstrationclasses. Registeratwww. classesfor childrenfrombirth tokindergarten andthe grownups wholovethem. You’llsing, dance, laughand playrhythm instruments in this CDsand songbooks so the funand learning cancontinueat engaging curriculum supports children’soveralldevelopment—their Flotation Days Infants bornafterOct. 20, 2009, arefreewitha paying FlotationFridays WackyFlotationWednesdayGuitarLessons10+) THURSDAYS, JUNE17 - JULY 22 BEGINNING 6:00 - 6:55PM LEVEL2 7:00 - 7:55PM Summer Swim LessonCONTINUING (COMPLETEDLEVEL2) 8:00 - 8:55PM Registration Going On Now! Ifyoualways wanted to learnhowtoplayguitar, hereisyour chance. HaveyouandyourfamilyhadtheLearntoplaychords, yourfavorite songs andtune yourguitar with easyto followinstruction! TheBeginner classisdesigned forthose Community Center’squalityfunwhohavenotplayedbefore, Level2 isforparticipants whohave swim lessons? Ifnot, nowisthetimeplayedbeforeorhavecompletedtheBeginnerlevelandContinuingis toregister! Chose fromover500forparticipantswhohavecompletedLevel2andwanttokeepplaying lessons including RedCrosswhilereceivinginstruction. Participantsarerequired tobringtheirown Learn-To-SwimLevels 1-6. toregister. which creates awarm environment for yourfamily’sswimlessons. thewebsite atwww.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com. Call Cityof Maplewood 7 June 2010 BETHEFIRSTTO KNOW Learnabout cityevents and upcoming programs. GetexclusiveAdultDanceemailoffersandstayintouch. SOCIALBALLROOMANDLATINSAMPLER WEDNESDAYS, JUNE23 - JULY28, 7:45 - 8:45PM To sign up, simply visit Classestaughtbyinstructors ofTropicalBallroom thecity websiteat Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Salsa, Swing, Rumba www.ci.maplewood.mn.usclick ThisSamplerClasswillcovermanystylesandtemposofmusic, beforyoursocial, mental, andphysicalhealthandhowmuchfun and Subscribe. Dodgeball League Competitive League: Monday’s June 21 - August 23 Recreational League: Tuesday’s June22 - Aug24 GameTimes: Between 6:00PM - 9:00PM dodgeball league in astructured andexcitingenvironment atthe participants containing anycombination ofmales or females. The leaguewillbe8 weekslong witha 4teamplayoffthe 9th week. willbehandedout, ruleswillbeexplained and questions will be T’AI CHI CH’AUN New: MCCMemberRate $55.00! eliminating tension. Thisclass willhelp youstrengthenyour armsand Cityof Maplewood 8 June 2010 FREE Senior Well Being Nordic Walking For Seniors at the MaplewoodNature CenterSeminars WEDNESDAY, JUNE9, 9:00 - 10:30AMMONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AM Exercise outdoors, while enjoying nature! Learn how using Nordicwalking polescan helpyou build greater Seminarabout hearingloss presentedby BelltoneHearingCenter. June14: ProtectYour Brain Naturalstepstoprevent brainagingand enhancecreativityand basicNordic walking technique andtakea funpractice walk on Nature Center trails. Poles will beprovided forThetruthsandmythsaboutfallsandhowtheeliminateyourriskfor the class andwill alsobe available for purchase. Costis June 28: Importance of GoodFootCareYour feet are veryimportanttoyour wellbeing butsometimes theygetneglect ed. Comeand learnaboutgoodfoot carefrom theprofessionals be givento onelucky participant for demonstration. Call651.249.2230to register. Foot Care Sessionsat the Maplewood Community Center APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE 9:00AM - 1:00PM havejoined forcestoprovide quality footcareby anexperienced, Grab Bag Bingo JUNE 3, JULY 1, AND AUGUST 5 1:00 - 2:30PM Room! Tenormore gamesare playedand the winners atthedoor. Coffeeand treatsare provided! Call Cityof Maplewood 9 June 2010 Seepage4fortreeclassesofferedby Maplewood NatureCenterEventstheMaplewood NatureCenter Composting - MakeYourOwnHappyTrailsHike Black GoldSATURDAY, JUNE 5, 9:30 – 11:30AM (FREE!) Adults) Children ages 4andup withan adultcan celebrate NationalTrails Co-sponsored by Friends of Maplewood Nature Leaves, kitchen scraps, and yardwaste are avaluable resource that woods, pondand prairiealong theway. canbetransformed intorichdarksoil. Compostbuilds yoursoil and willmakeyourgarden and lawnplantsvibrantandvigorous! Discover creatingandusing indoor wormbins oroutdoor compost bins. ExtremeRainbarrel Reduce yourtrash billwhilecreating yourown lawnand gardenGreenMakeoverGreenMakeoverInstallationfertilizer. Enteryour nametowinaspinning composter donated byTransformingYardsForASustainableMaplewood TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 7:00PM compost binand class. Register on lineorsend in acheck to moreinfomation. ExtremeGreenMakeoverGreenMakeoverSnakesAliveTransformingYardsForASustainableMaplewood THURSDAY, JUNE17, 10:00 – 11:15AM Extremely Green SummerParty FRIDAY, JUNE18, 5:00 - 8:00PM At The Maplewood NatureCenter, 2659 7thSt. E. Celebrate summer vacation withExtremely Fantastic Fish Green games, music, crafts andactivities SATURDAY, JUNE26, 10:00 – 11:15AM byCravings Emerald AshBorer Workshop Adults) MONDAY, JUNE7, 7:00 – 8:00PM andGreen HeronPond. answerallyour questions aboutthis invasive pest, and whatsteps tunnel, bridges and trail. wecantake topreventitsspread. Learntoidentify thisinsect, what signstolookfor in yourash, andanypreventionmethods. The garden plants. Home Depot. All events listedhere takeplace attheMaplewoodNature Register onlineatwww.ci.maplewood.mn.us/extremegreenCenterandNeighborhoodPreserves (2659 East7thStreet). Call651.249.2170to register. Cityof Maplewood 10 June 2010 CityofMaplewood PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAIDPhone: 651.249.2000 Permit #4903www.ci.maplewood.mn.us St. Paul, MN ECRW********ECRSS** ECR RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Printedon recycledpaper. Green Institute & Eureka RecyclingWanted: Nominations ForThe OfferA Composting WorkshopRamsey-Washington Metro Watershed Compostingisone ofthe best things youcandotoreduce wasteDistrict’s Landscape Ecology Award andhavea positiveimpact onthe environment. TheGreen InstituteProgram (LEAP) andEurekaRecycling willhosta backyard composting workshop workshopyoucanalsopurchase abackyard compost bin atthe seepage10. 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I 11, _________________ residing at ________ I 1 _____________ , Maplewood, MN _______ _ Telephone (H) _________ (W) __________ _ I I hereby apply for a permit to keep the below-described cal/dog and do agree to comply with the rules and I regulations duly adopted by the lawful governing body of the City of Maplewood and the provisions of the I City Code, and subsequent amendments and any other applicable state and local laws. I I Cat Dog Rabies Shot Date Next Due Color ---1 I Breed Pet's Name Age I Date Owner's Signature L, ---------------.I �tQ\Jgiftcmtf !;� "'' l!OOI,.,� 1 11'1UUU ,., ,e, 5 PRSRTSTD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit #4°0..1 St. Paul,� ) Printed on recycled paper . Pet Licensing Maplewood ordinance requires licensing of all cats and dogs over three months of age. If you have not already licensed your pet and it is not convenient for you to come to City Hall, you may obtain the license by mail. Complete the form and mail it along with the appropr iate payment and or iginal signed certificate of rabies vaccination from your veterinarian to: CaUDog License 1830 East County Road B Maplewood, MN 55109 Applications can also be obtained on r at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Call 651-249-2000 for more information. CCCU.COM / (651) 225-2700 / 1 800 223-2801 !MAPLEWOOD MALL �.;"' Realty services offered by CU Realty. owned and endorsed by City & County Credit Union. Mortgage and realty A.CITY&COUNTY V CREDIT UNION