http://www.plymouthmn.gov// This is the syndication feed for City of PlymouthSun, 19 May 2013 10:05:47 -0500The Plymouth Yard Waste Drop Off Site opened for the season on Wednesday, May 1.  Yard waste is accepted Wednesdays through Sundays. Hours of operation from May through August are 3-8 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends. The site, 14900 23rd Ave. N, is...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1748Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1748&date=201305010423353-Man Basketball  5-Man Unofficiated Basketball Volleyball Softball Standings Monday Standings Tuesday Standings Wednesday Standings Thursday Standings Co-Rec...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1768Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1768&date=20130517110904More than 150 volunteers have signed up to help plant a “forest” – of 1,000 trees – on the Northwest Greenway in Plymouth, near 57th Avenue and Dunkirk Lane. The planting, held in celebration of Arbor Day and the 20th anniversary of the city’s volunteer program, will...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1766Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1766&date=20130515051642The Plymouth Fire Department encourages residents to be aware of the recreational fire rules, which are in place to keep residents safe. All recreational fires must be contained within a non-combustible fire pit no larger than 3-by-3; fires may not be taller than 3 feet. Do not burn if the...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1764Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1764&date=20130514052452The City of Plymouth will hold an Environmental Quality Fair 5-8 p.m. Thursday, May 23, at Zachary Lane Elementary School, 4350 Zachary Lane N. Visitors to the fair will experience the Earth in another dimension through close encounters with animals and plants in an interactive-learning...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1762Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1762&date=201305100636233-Man Basketball  5-Man Unofficiated Basketball Volleyball Softball Standings Monday Standings Tuesday Standings Wednesday Standings Thursday Standings Co-Rec...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1760Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1760&date=20130517110734Plymouth Mayor Kelli Slavik led the annual “Walk with the Mayor” event Monday and was joined by approximately 150 pedometer-toting residents. The event helped to kick off the month-long fitness challenge “Step to It,” in which Plymouth will compete with 23 cities for the...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1758Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1758&date=20130510114959The rain garden workshop “Beautify Your Yard, Protect Our Lakes” will be held 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 at St. Barnabas Lutheran Church, 15600 Old Rockford Road. A native plant sale will also be held 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 25 at the church. Participants...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1756Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1756&date=20130501053022The Plymouth Police Department encourages residents to use caution with online purchasing sites such as Craigslist. The following list includes safety tips for residents: Arrange to meet in a public place, such as a coffee shop. Never agree to meet a stranger in a parking lot. Refuse to do...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1754Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1754&date=20130430052340Plymouth Police and Fire departments will kick off the annual Bell Bike Helmet Program, at which they sell bike helmets at a reduced cost twice per month. The first sale will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at Fire Station No. 3, 3300 Dunkirk Lane N. Bike helmet sales will be...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1752Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1752&date=20130506013357Grab that old microwave, unused bag of cement or the car seat the baby outgrew and pack it in the car! The 2013 Drop-Off Day will be held 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 4 at the Plymouth Maintenance Facility, 14900 23rd Ave. N. Open to all Plymouth residents with proof of residency, the...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1750Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1750&date=20130506031758Laurie Ahrens announced her retirement at the April 23 City Council meeting. Her last day on the job will be July 12. Her retirement will bring a decade as Plymouth city manager to a close and wrap up a long career in local government. Click here to watch the announcement at the April 23...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1746Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1746&date=20130425101200The City of Plymouth Parks and Recreation Department has opened registration for the “Music for Everyone” program, which will be held the week of June 10 through Aug. 23. The 10-week summer session offers individual music lessons for participants ages 7 and older in the areas of...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1742Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1742&date=20130425104804The City of Plymouth is seeking applications for the Plymouth Charter Commission through May 10. Residents with an interest in local government, including its structure and operations, are encouraged to apply. The chief judge of the Fourth Judicial District will make appointments to the Plymouth...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1740Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:30:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1740&date=20130422055458The following classes are cancelled due to weather: Swimming Lessions, Adult Volleyball, Little Sportster, Music Lessons, Ballet & Tap, and Mat Pilates.http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1736Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1736&date=20130418043905Plymouth will be among 23 cities that will compete for the title of most active community when the four-week Step to It Challenge starts this spring. You can be part of this friendly competition, which also provides an incentive to increase your activity level as warmer weather returns....http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1730Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1730&date=20130416053927 If you're impatiently waiting for spring, this weekend's Yard & Garden Expo and Primavera may be just want you need. http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1720Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1720&date=20130415012114The City of Plymouth is offering grants to promote landscaping strategies that reduce irrigation and storm water runoff. Grant projects will demonstrate practices that lead to cleaner lakes and save money in both the short and long term. The deadline for applications is April 26.  Runoff...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1708Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1708&date=20130402100933Gather up your landscaping and home remodeling dreams and share them with experts who can help you make them come true. Find dozens of these experts at the Plymouth Yard & Garden Expo on Fri., April 12, 6 – 9 p.m., and Sat., April 13, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Plymouth Creek Center...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1702Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1702&date=20130401121111City workers will flush water mains this spring based on the following schedule. Industrial areas, both sides of I-494, south of Highway 55: April 8 – 10; Residential areas west of I-494, except for the areas along both sides of County Road 47 west of I-494: April 8 –...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1698Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1698&date=20130422054720In November of 2012, Sammie Corning, a fifth grade student at Plymouth Creek Elementary School, took grand prize in the Plymouth Fire Department’s annual fire prevention poster contest. Corning’s poster was also submitted to the Minnesota State Fire Chief Association’s Fire...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1700Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1700&date=20130329102558Spring break from area schools means additional free time for many children and families. Please remember recommended safety tips for water safety. Ice on all bodies of water throughout Hennepin County is variable in thickness. Snow makes it difficult to determine the location of thin ice....http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1692Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1692&date=20130326084909 As many households drop land lines and rely on smart phones, it’s important to make sure that your child knows how to call 911 in an emergency. Deputy Fire Chief Kip Springer talks about what you should cover with your child and why.http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1694Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1694&date=20130327015724Here’s an opportunity to improve your gardens, save resources, reduce waste and save money. The City of Plymouth and the Recycling Association of Minnesota have teamed up to offer low-cost compost bins and rain barrels. The compost bins are $55 and the rain barrels are $69 – that’s...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1690Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1690&date=20130325034723 Mayor Kelli Slavik updates viewers on plans for a third lane on I-494 and the schedule for re-surfacing Highway 169. http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1684Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1684&date=20130319011250 Prizes, a light breakfast and a chance to meet the mayor and council members are just a few of the reasons you should stop by the City Sampler on Saturday morning. Additional City Sampler Event details are available via the calendar listing.http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1672Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1672&date=20130425093740Recycling collections will be one day late in all areas of Plymouth this week due to Tuesday’s snow storm. Collections will take place from Thurs., March 7 through Sat., March 9.http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1666Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0600http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1666&date=20130311105958Saturday mornings are often filled with errands and ferrying kids to activities, but on Sat., March 16, plan to fit in a few minutes to stop by Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Blvd. The mayor and City Council will host the annual City Sampler from 9 a.m. to noon.   The morning promises a...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1662Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0600http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1662&date=20130425093705The City of Plymouth is seeking proposals (PDF) from artists for a sculpture that will represent the spirit of volunteerism as the city celebrates the 20th anniversary of its volunteer program. The selected sculpture will be installed in the main lobby of Plymouth City Hall. The city is...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1655Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0600http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1655&date=20130227032010Residents and businesses in the Bassett Creek Watershed are invited to speak up on clean water. The Bassett Creek Watershed Commission (BCWMC) has invited everyone in the watershed to have a voice as the organization plans what is ahead for the next ten years. You can have your say through a...http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1647Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0600http://www.plymouthmn.gov//index.aspx?page=542&recordid=1647&date=20130311010927