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Step 1 Creating a Vision for City Water Funding & Expansion
Per Shorewood city staff, “Shorewood’s Water Enterprise Fund is projected to run a negative balance by 2026, reaching an approximate $4.5M deficit by 2035 if current policies remain unchanged.”
On June 9, the Shorewood City Council discussed options for funding and expanding municipal water.
E-bike Enforcement Deephaven Has a Plan & Follows the Plan
On May 30, Deephaven Chief of Police Cory Johnson submitted a message to parents on NextDoor defining what makes an e-bike legal and informing them that their children under age 15 can’t legally operate them.
Tonka Bay Dirt Controversy: Rumors to Resolution
The Tonka Bay city council recently held meetings to summarize the nine-month process, take emotional testimony, questions and opinion from residents and finalize plans for the relocation of the Native American burial soil currently located at the Tonka Bay City Hall parking lot.
Minnesota’s Vanishing Birds: Unraveling the Causes
Minnesota has been experiencing significant declines in bird populations consistent with broader trends across North America.
Causes are varied and complex, but key factors have been confirmed
Defining the Mayor Role-Words Matter
During the Shorewood City Council work session on May 12th, a discussion regarding the proposed council “bylaws” revealed some stark differences regarding roles, responsibilities and the relative authority of elected members.
Unintended Consequences: Subdividing Property & Municipal Water
7/13/2025 update: This proposed amendment to the Subdividion Ordinance is once again on the agenda for approval at the July 14th Shorewood City Council meeting.
During the April 28th Shorewood meeting, the council discussed a proposed amendment to the subdivision ordinance, for 2.5 hours, before tabling it for future consideration.
Pando: The Quaking Aspen Titan
Aspens, known for brilliant shades of gold and yellow, create some of the most stunning fall foliage displays.
Anyone who enjoys the beauty of quaking aspens may be a fan of “Pando,” a massive clonal colony of a single male quaking aspen located in south-central Utah.
Shorewood Parks Master Plan Update 2025: Building on the Vision
Shorewood completed a Parks Master Plan in 2002 with an update in 2009.
In 2024 the Park Commission agreed to extend the Master Plan to include concepts for South Shore Park with further planning, development, and enhancement of parks, trails, natural areas, and recreational facilities.
Droning Out Mosquitoes: MMCD’s New Aerial Advantage
The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD) has proven its value treating for mosquitos, fleas and ticks.
Now, MMCD technicians are leading the way for drone surveillance and treatment.
