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PAGE Hilde Performance Center in line for 2 improvements following Music in Plymouth The Hilde Performance Center is in line for a couple of Creating a Sense of Place busy months with "Live at the Hilde" set for June 6 (see An important, though less tangible, benefit of the Hilde page 3) and Music in Plymouth on July 1 (see page 3) – but project is that it will help build community identity. “The after that, the popular park and concert site will close for Hilde is one of our city’s gems. It’s a hub of community life a year so the City of Plymouth can complete phase two of and truly an iconic landmark, unique to Plymouth,” said planned improvements. Evans. The improvements will make the Hilde Performance She added, “This project will raise the Hilde’s profile, Center more visible from Plymouth City Center, enhance building on that ‘sense of place’ that’s so important to the amphitheater’s pond area and incorporate a veterans a community. And it will have the practical benefit of If the idea of serving as a paid-on-call firefighter has ever memorial into the site. Work will start shortly after this making it easier for people to find and allow us to better crossed your mind, now is the time to learn more. The year’s Music in Plymouth and wrap up in time for next publicize the many events that occur there,” said Evans. Plymouth Fire Department will host a June 14 meeting to year's event. The Hilde typically is home to about 40 events a year, with outline job requirements, answer questions and share how The Hilde, 3450 Plymouth Boulevard, is tucked between Music in Plymouth being the largest. firefighters incorporate their work into the rest of their City Hall and Life Time Fitness. Currently, the site does lives. not have a centralized entrance – and the existing entrances Project Highlights are difficult to spot. The band shell, the main focal point The project will add a centralized entrance off Plymouth of the site, is not visible from Plymouth Boulevard in Boulevard. The entrance will allow easy flow of foot traffic PAGE warmer months when trees have leaves – and when most as visitors enter under an arch that will mirror the style of events are scheduled. 3 the arch on the band shell. An electronic sign just outside “This project will add functionality to the site and, more the entrance will publicize Hilde events, as well as other importantly, increase how visible it is from Plymouth city information. Boulevard,” said Parks and Recreation Director Diane continued on page 2 Evans.

Two popular regional acts – The Gear Daddies and and Karen Grotberg of – will co-headline “Live at the Hilde” June 6. The paid concert will be the first put on by an independent concert promotions company at the Hilde Performance Center.

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3 A new centralized entrance will make the Hilde Performance Center more visible from Plymouth Boulevard. An electronic sign will help publicize events.

Road construction takes center stage With winter in the rearview mirror, it’s time to look ahead The project will complete the upgrade of Dunkirk between to road construction. Three major north-south routes are the Spring Meadows development on the south and the targeted for work. Once finished, the projects will give Terra Vista development on the north. Along with Peony drivers new options for getting where they need to go. Lane, Dunkirk Lane will provide an alternate route for neighbors to avoid Vicksburg Lane construction next year, Peony Lane: The city is tentatively set to begin work It’s time to mark your calendar for Music in Plymouth as well as the Canadian Pacific Railroad crossing. July 1. Entertainers will rove through the crowd as the in June to extend Peony Lane to Maple Grove. Once Minnesota Orchestra and a diverse mix of notable, locally- finished, Peony Lane will provide an alternate route to Cheshire Lane: Crews will build the last quarter mile based ensembles take the stage. Vicksburg Lane, which is slated for reconstruction of Cheshire Lane this summer in conjunction with the in 2015-2016. Trillium Woods development and add a traffic signal at County Road 47. A trail, part of the Northwest Greenway, Peony Lane north of Wayzata High School will be built will also be built with a grade-separated crossing (tunnel) PAGE out to connect with Lawndale Lane – and Lawndale of Cheshire Lane. Work will start this fall with the road Lane will be reconstructed. As work gets underway, the opening in 2015. 4 Lawndale Lane/County Road 47 intersection will be closed. In addition, Lawndale Lane north of County This project will offer a third alternate for Vicksburg Lane Road 47 may also be shut down during the summer. and another overpass of the Canadian Pacific Railroad crossing. Originally expected to be a single-construction-season project, work on the $13.1 million project is expected Highway 55: Highway 55 at Plymouth Boulevard/ to extend to the 2015 construction season due to state Niagara Lane will see some work this summer that will permitting requirements. help improve traffic flow. Second left turn lanes will be added from southbound Plymouth Boulevard to Highway Dunkirk Lane: The last remaining rural-style section of 55 and from westbound Highway 55 to Niagara Lane. Dunkirk Lane from 54th to 59th avenues will be upgraded from a gravel road with ditches to a paved road with Mill & Overlay Projects: As part of the city’s pavement Area farmers will bring plenty of local goodness to the concrete curb, gutter and storm sewer. A trail will also be management program, five neighborhoods will see mill Plymouth Farmers Market. The market kicks off the 2014 built on the east side of the road. Work will start in May or season on June 18. June and be finished by fall. continued on page 2

www.plymouthmn.gov May/June 2014 • page 1 Make a difference City to hire paid-on-call firefighters Volunteer! Recruitment meeting set for June 14 No matter your regular profession, you can still be a paid- The city is seeking volunteers who are: on-call firefighter. It’s a part-time job that offers an hourly wage, a chance to qualify for a pension, extensive training Committed to giving back to the community. and the satisfaction of providing an essential public service. Join the Police Explorers and attend monthly The Fire Department will host a recruitment meeting meetings during the school year; applications due 9-11 a.m. Saturday, June 14 at Fire Station III, June 30. Join the Police Reserves (age 21 and older) 3300 Dunkirk Lane. and commit to 20 hours a month. The meeting will provide information about the role of a Passionate about the environment and green paid-on-call firefighter. It will outline job requirements, things. Adopt a park, trail or storm drain to keep answer questions and detail how firefighters incorporate clean. Help maintain gardens and landscaping their work into the rest of their lives. around city buildings. Greet residents dropping off brush and leaves at the Yard Waste Site. Collect Learn more at plymouthmn.gov/become-firefighter or call surface water samples of Parkers Lake every other the Plymouth Fire Department at 763-509-5120. Learn about becoming a firefighter at a June 14 meeting. week through October; must have a boat. Weed, water and deadhead the Millennium Garden. Plant flowers on May 31. Help pull buckthorn, prune In Brief undergrowth, plant and more in Plymouth Creek Park in late summer. Low-Cost Bike sport helmets, $16-23. For more information, visit Good at organizing activities and working with Helmets: The plymouthmn.gov. school-age kids. Coach recreational evening T-ball Plymouth Fire Offices Closed: City offices will be closed May 26 in June or July, evening instructional baseball in Department will sell for Memorial Day and July 4 for Independence Day. June or July, or weekday youth recreational hockey low-cost bike helmets in August. 6-8 p.m. the first and Take Your Best Shot: It’s time to start taking third Thursday of each pictures for the Picture Plymouth Photo Contest. To find out more about these and other month May through Entries will be accepted in August. Check the next opportunities, visit the city website or call Aug. 21 at Fire Station Plymouth News for details. 763-509-5230. III, 3300 Dunkirk Plant Swap: A spring plant swap is set for 4:30- Lane N. Helmets 6:30 p.m. June 2 at the Plymouth Maintenance Take a closer look will not be sold July Facility parking lot, 14900 23rd Ave. N. See the 3. Instead, they will be sold July 1 at Music in Environmental Extra for details. Plymouth. Bell helmets range in size from toddler to Charlie Peasha, adult extra large. Traditional helmets cost $13; multi- skate rental volunteer As a volunteer, my job is to: I volunteer Hilde improvements...from page 1 one day a week at the Plymouth Ice Center as A plaza will be added to the edge of the Hilde’s pond. The Hilde History a skate rental attendant plaza will pull double duty. It will provide a pleasant place The Hilde Performance Center was originally developed and also help with open for visitors to relax, as well as a venue for city recreation with a $1 million donation from former Mayor Al Hilde hockey and open skate classes and activities. Jr. and his wife, Jayne. It opened in 2002. Before the band times. In addition, I’ve shell was built, Music in Plymouth and other smaller events delivered ice cream Veterans Memorial utilized a city “showmobile,” a small, portable stage that during flower planting day, planted trees along the A veterans memorial will be developed on the edge of the had to be set up and dismantled for each event. Northwest Greenway and helped during special site adjacent to the City Hall parking lot. The memorial events such as the Healthy Living Fair, and Fire and will be composed of two areas. One will include a water Phase one improvements, completed in 2011, added a small Ice Festival. feature partially surrounded by a granite wall. The second stage with amphitheater seating, concrete paths, a fountain, will be a living memorial – a grove of trees – with a place and irrigation and electrical systems. My favorite thing about being a city volunteer: holder for a future piece of artwork. While funding for the My mother taught by example, which imbued in us art is not included in the budget, the mayor and council a responsibility to ourselves and our community. hope that businesses, civic groups and individuals will want Volunteering is something I’ve chosen as a means to step forward to fund it. (See mayor’s column on page 4.) to accomplish that end, and I’ve found it to be very fulfilling and enjoyable. It has allowed me to “Honoring our military veterans was a priority for the meet some wonderful people with very big hearts mayor and City Council. They wanted to create a space who have given freely of themselves and their time. that would be suitable for quiet reflection and show our With Jackie Maas, Plymouth has a very efficient and community’s gratitude for those who have served,” Evans professional volunteer coordinator who is always said. available and appreciative of anything each of us does About $320,000 of the total $1.4 million project cost is or can do to make Plymouth a great place to live. dedicated to the veterans memorial. A veterans memorial will be added to the Hilde. Because Charlie volunteers: Plymouth Ice Center users are greeted by a familiar face with quick and courteous service. Events and activities in Plymouth have an additional boost of positive energy and HOME program helps seniors with chores efficiency. If you are a senior who needs assistance with chores Roads...from page 1 around your house, help is available through a program of Senior Community Services. and overlay projects. These projects will provide residents with a smoother ride as roads are repaved. An added bonus The Household and Outside Maintenance for the Elderly is these projects will extend street life by seven to 10 years. (HOME) program offers affordable services to people age 60 and older through a network of staff, volunteers and Learn More independent contractors. Program users contribute to the For a complete list of capital improvement projects, visit cost of these services based on their monthly income and plymouthmn.gov/2014cip. Navigation tip: The CIP is ability to pay. divided into sections based on type of project. Each section The tasks HOME can help with include painting, minor has a clickable projects map that allows you to jump to repairs and plumbing, installation of safety devices, details of that particular project. housecleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, snow removal, yard chores, window washing and weatherization. Subscribe to email updates for specific projects via the city Seniors can get help with home chores. website. Click on the eNotify button on the home page HOME is the only program serving all of suburban for a list of projects and topics, or stay keep up-to-date on Hennepin County that provides these services on a sliding- If you are a senior, a caregiver or know someone who progress at plymouthmn.gov/project-spotlight. fee scale. needs help, call HOME at 952-746-4046.

www.plymouthmn.gov May/June 2014 • page 2 Hilde Performance Center to host Happenings first-ever paid outdoor concert June 6 Walk with a Doc – 6-7 p.m. June 2, Plymouth Creek Center, 14800 34th Ave. Free. As part Gear Daddies, Gary Louris and Karen Grotberg of Jayhawks to perform of an initiative to encourage healthy practices in Plymouth, residents are invited to take a A new event coming this summer will help build on 45-minute walk with a local doctor. Participants Plymouth’s reputation as a place for great music. For the will receive a T-shirt and pedometer. No first time, the Hilde Performance Center will be the site registration is required. of a paid outdoor concert, “Live at the Hilde” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 6. Entertainment in the Parks – This The family-friendly, all-ages concert, put on by popular summer independent concert promotions company Sue McLean series of free events & Associates, will feature the popular regional performers and activities, which Gear Daddies, and Gary Louris and Karen Grotberg of includes concerts, The Jayhawks. Doors will open at 6 p.m. The concert will carnivals, parades and be held rain or shine. water ski shows, kicks “This is a great opportunity to raise the profile of off June 10. For more Plymouth and the Hilde Performance Center among music information or to lovers,” said Plymouth Parks and Recreation Director obtain a calendar of events, call 763-509-5200 or Diane Evans. “We have a great facility and showcasing it visit plymouthmn.gov. in this way will make people more aware of this valuable Happy Birthday community asset.” Featured Acts Gear Daddies is an Americana rock band from Austin, America Parade – While the Hilde is the site of the always popular Music Minn., which began playing its first shows in 1984. The 10 a.m.-noon June 25, in Plymouth event that draws more than 12,000 people band released three popular from 1986 to 1992, and Hilde Performance annually, this new concert, Live at the Hilde, will offer the has been a seminal part of the Twin Cities music scene for Center, 3450 community something different – a regionally promoted nearly three decades, continuing to draw large crowds. Plymouth Blvd. Free. concert that will help increase the visibility of the venue in Children are invited the regional music world. Gary Louris is a founding member of The Jayhawks, which to bring their bikes, transcends the musical genres of , country, trikes, wagons and SMA staff was excited to begin a concert series at the Americana and pop. Keyboardist Karen Grotberg joined friends and be part Hilde Performance Center because of its open-air stage. the lineup in 1992, took a hiatus and returned to help of a special parade. Balloons and streamers will “It is with great excitement that we are the first to utilize produce the band’s celebrated in be provided, or children can bring their own the beautiful Hilde to present a major outdoor, paid 2011. She also joined their much touted reunion shows in supplies to decorate their parade rides. Beverages concert,” said SMA’s Patricia McLean. “We are thrilled to recent years. In addition, Louris released a critically lauded and peanut-free snacks will be served. No be bringing this event to the greater Plymouth area and solo record produced by Chris Robinson of the Black registration is required. surrounding communities.” If successful, SMA would like Crowes and has written for luminaries like Dixie Chicks. to continue using Plymouth as a hub for local and regional Kids Koncerts – 11 a.m. June 25, Hilde concerts. Tickets Small Stage, 3450 Plymouth Blvd. Free. A Kids Koncert, following the Happy Birthday America SMA has promoted high-profile artists such as Prince, Tickets cost $37 for general admission, $52 for VIP and Parade, will feature magician Annette Fragale. Norah Jones, Florence and the Machine, Willie Nelson, $77 for VIP Golden Circle tickets, plus applicable fees. To Two additional Kids Koncerts featuring other Blondie, Jack Johnson, Hall & Oates, Lyle Lovett, Brian purchase tickets, call 1-800-514-3849; visit suemclean.com performers will be held July 9 and Aug. 13 at Wilson, Weezer, Goo Goo Dolls and Adele. SMA is the or etix.com; or stop by Electric Fetus, 2000 4th Ave. S., Parkers Lake. promoter of the Subway Music in the Zoo summer concert . For more information, call 612-343-8662 or series and also serves as the talent booker for both The visit suemclean.com/hilde. Rapunzel – June 9-14. Calling all aspiring Basilica Block Party and the Live at the Guthrie Series. actors! The Missoula Children’s Theater will hold a theater class featuring the story of Rapunzel for children ages 6 to 14. Two performances of the musical will follow. All Mark your calendar for Music in Plymouth youth who pre-register and audition will receive a part in the production. Cost is $105 for Featuring the Minnesota Orchestra, Mu Daiko, Alison Scott and Maiden Dixie residents; $115, non-residents. Auditions will be held at the Plymouth Creek Center, 14800 34th The date has been set and the talent has been booked – so Rain Date: In case of Ave. Free performances will be held at it’s time to mark your calendar for Music in Plymouth rain, the entire lineup 7 p.m. June 13 and 2 p.m. June 14 at the Hilde Tuesday, July 1 at the Hilde Performance Center, 3450 of entertainment Performance Center, 3450 Plymouth Blvd. For Plymouth Blvd. (between City Hall and Lifetime Fitness). and fireworks will be more information, call 763-509-5200. The event is free. presented at the same Naturalist Visit: location beginning at Entertainment will begin at 5 p.m. with a variety of local Zoomobile – 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 8. favorites performing and will culminate in a performance 6:45 p.m. June 16, Concessions will also by the Minnesota Orchestra, with conductor Courtney Hilde Small Stage, be available at the site. Lewis and national anthem soloist Adriana Zabala. 3450 Plymouth Blvd. Support Music Free. The zoo is Pre-orchestra Entertainment coming to you! For • Mu Daiko will perform the dynamic, modern art of in Plymouth this naturalist visit, the Japanese drumming, which combines rhythms and The Plymouth Civic Zoomobile will use movements inspired by martial arts. League presents Music animals and props to demonstrate to children • Singer-songwriter Alison Scott will showcase soulful in Plymouth with the support of the City of Plymouth and how all life on Earth is connected. originals. Plymouth businesses and residents. Residents can support Comedy Sportz – 7 p.m. June 23, Hilde Small • Country-rock septet Maiden Dixie will offer a this event with a “Friends of the League” membership Stage, 3450 Plymouth Blvd. Free. This family- unique blend of country, folk, rock and blues. with a minimum $25 donation. For more information on friendly comedy show will provide entertainment • Fire dancers will perform prior to the traditional donating or event details, visit musicinplymouth.org. for all. Bring your laughs. fireworks display. Music in Plymouth 5K – The race begins at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 28 at the Hilde Performance Center, 3450 Plymouth Blvd. Participants are encouraged to preregister online New park coming to northwest Plymouth at active.com. Racers, families and walkers are The Parks and Recreation Department will build a new neighborhood park in the northwest area of the city at the all welcome. Preregistration is $20 for adults intersection of Dunkirk Lane and 51st Place. Serving the Spring Meadows, Timber Creek and Kirkwood developments, and $15 for children ages 6-12 (younger than 6, Prairie Ponds Park will include playground equipment, a multi-use court, open space, trails and shelter, as well as several free); race-day registration is available beginning pieces of fitness equipment for adults. The park is expected to be finished this fall. at 7 a.m. and costs $25 for adults and $20 for children. Proceeds benefit Music in Plymouth. For details, visit musicinplymouth.org.

www.plymouthmn.gov May/June 2014 • page 3 seasonal spotlight Plymouth Farmers Market to commence June 18

The annual Plymouth Farmers Market will commence Wednesday, June 18. The market will be open 2:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 1 in the Plymouth Ice Center parking lot, 3650 Plymouth Blvd. More than 20 vendors will be present to provide fresh, locally grown produce and prepared food. Local musicians and children's activities will be featured each month. A weekly drawing for a Farmers Market gift basket will be held at the information table.

Odd-Even Water Restrictions: Outdoor A community table is available to charity and non-profit water use restrictions are in effect from May- organizations for fundraising, promotional and educational September in the City of Plymouth. Plymouth purposes. To apply, call Recreation Supervisor Jessie Koch prohibits outdoor lawn watering from noon to 5 at 763-509-5223 or email [email protected] at least p.m. on all days. Water customers must also follow two weeks in advance. Donations for the local food shelf an odd-even schedule when sprinkling lawns. will also be collected. Donations can be previously bought Homeowners and businesses with addresses ending or purchased at the market. in an odd number may water on odd-numbered This year’s Farmers Market sponsor is DJD Construction. calendar days. Those with addresses ending in an Visit plymouthmn.gov/farmersmarket for more even number may water on even-numbered days. More than 20 vendors will sell fresh, locally grown produce and information. prepared food at the Plymouth Farmers Market. The restrictions apply to all city water customers. Automatic irrigation systems should be adjusted accordingly. For exceptions to the restrictions and more information, call the hotline at 763-509-5512 or visit plymouthmn.gov/watering. there are better ways Yard Waste Site: The city-operated Yard Waste Site, 14900 23rd Ave. N., is closed Mondays and to stay connected. Tuesdays throughout the season. May through August, the site is open 3-8 p.m. Wednesday- Friday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. The Like us on Facebook site will close July 4 for Independence Day and to receive timely information about news and other major holidays. For more information, upcoming events in the City of Plymouth. see the enclosed Environmental Extra or visit plymouthmn.gov/yardwaste. facebook.com/plymouthmn

Plymouth to honor Plymouth News is published bimonthly by the City veterans with memorial of Plymouth to update residents and businesses on city government news. By Mayor Kelli Slavik In a little more than a year, Plymouth will have a City Council memorial honoring our military veterans. A veterans memorial will be added to the Hilde amphitheater Kelli Slavik, Mayor as part of phase two improvements to the Hilde 763-509-5007 (voice mail), [email protected]

PRSRT STD PRSRT Performance Center (see page 1 for details on phase Judy Johnson, Ward 1 Permit No. 1889 Twin Cities MN Twin two and the memorial). 763-509-5001 (voice mail), [email protected] PAID US POSTAGE Creating the veterans memorial is important to the City Jeffry Wosje, Ward 2 Council. Both as elected officials and private citizens, 763-509-5002 (voice mail), jwosje@ plymouthmn.gov we see the dedication and sacrifice of service members Bob Stein, Ward 3 and their families. We recognize that military service 763-509-5003 (voice mail), [email protected] creates hardships and takes a toll both emotionally Jim Prom, Ward 4 and financially. And we are grateful and humbled that 763-509-5004 (voice mail), [email protected] people choose to serve. Tim Bildsoe, At Large Their dedication and sacrifice motivated us to initiate 763-509-5005 (voice mail), [email protected] the memorial project as a place that is accessible to all, Postal Customer

* ECRWSS Jim Willis, At Large pays tribute to military service members and provides 763-509-5006 (voice mail), [email protected] a place for quiet reflection. We have carefully crafted plans to ensure that we meet those goals. City of Plymouth You Can Help Phone...... 763-509-5000 We expect that the city will spend $320,000 to create MN Relay (Hearing/Speech Impaired) ...... 7-1-1 the memorial, but the project could certainly benefit from private dollars. Hours: M, W, Th, F, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. In the early stages of planning, a few businesses and Tues., 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. civic groups made preliminary inquiries about how they might financially support the memorial. At the time, plans were not far enough along to know exactly View Meetings where private contributions should be directed. We Live on Channel 16, 7 p.m. have since determined that those donations would be On-Demand Video Link at City Website well-suited to funding a piece of artwork that is planned City Council: May 13, 27 & June 10, 24 for the living memorial area of the site. We are hopeful Planning Commission: May 7, 21 & June 4, 18 that those groups and businesses that contacted us previously – and maybe even some individuals – may want to donate to make this possible. City Website If you are interested, please contact me at plymouthmn.gov [email protected]. I would love to hear Follow us on Twitter @PlymouthMN_gov. from you! Like us on Facebook, facebook.com/plymouthmn. 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447-1482

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