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An Olympian in the making

Kyra Condie started climbing when she was an 11-year-old student at Chippewa Middle School. A friend held their birthday party at Vertical Endeavors in Minneapolis and the experience launched Condie onto a path that would lead to the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo. A Shoreview native, Condie quickly became competitive in climbing. She particularly liked the individual aspect of the sport – being able to challenge herself and push limits while being surrounded by a supportive community of climbers. But a diagnosis of severe scoliosis a few years later nearly took Condie out of climbing completely. Condie underwent major back surgery where doctors fused 10 vertebrae together. After four months of recovery she started training again and returned to competitive climbing a year after surgery. That’s when her intensity and focus on training drove her to become an elite climber. Surgery, and the forced time off, reaffirmed how much Condie loved to climb and she realized what it meant to her. After recovery, Condie won her first major competition. Condie qualified for the Olympics in 2019 at an event in Toulouse, France. She’s one of four Americans who will compete in the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Currently she’s training in Salt Lake City, Utah and spends five days a week climbing for as long as four hours each day, sometimes doubling up her training sessions ahead of competitions. Condie says she’s looking forward to Tokyo and being surrounded by other elite athletes. While she’s enjoying her path to the Olympics, she does miss her puppy, her family, and her home in Shoreview. Her long term plan is to become a veterinarian but says she’s “going to make the pro climbing thing work while I can.” Good luck in Tokyo, Kyra! We’ll be cheering you on.

Destination playground coming to Shoreview

A new, exciting outdoor playground is coming to Shoreview! Construction on the second phase of the Shoreview Commons park project will start this spring and includes a destination playground and shelter. This one-of-a-kind playground will have six different areas for kids of all ages. Younger kids can follow the river from the hillslide slides to the marsh area, zip-line, and tree houses. There is also a climbing forest and variety of swings for them to enjoy. Older kids can test their skills on the ninja style challenge course. The course has many features such as the high step, balance beam, spider walk, and rope climb. Families can relax and have a picnic in the shelter or at the many seating areas located throughout the playground. Some other amenities include: • Bathrooms • Drinking fountains • Free Wi-Fi

Located along Victoria Street, this playground offers a place for families to enjoy the outdoors while their kids have fun. It promises to be one of the most exciting playgrounds in the entire metro area!

Development code update

Shoreview’s development code has been revised to implement the policies and recommendations from the recent comprehensive plan, Destination Shoreview 2040. The development code outlines how land can be used and developed. Updates to the code include creating: • New zoning districts: Arterial overlay district Mixed use districts A new residential district

• Standards to support sustainable development: EV charging stations Solar energy Wind energy systems • Architectural and site design standards for some zoning districts The city is now asking for your feedback. Visit shoreviewmn.gov for more information and to provide feedback. Walk and Talk with the Mayor

Meet Mayor Sandy Martin and Rafa, her friendly Australian Labradoodle, to enjoy some fresh air and exercise. This year, “Walk and Talk with the Mayor” will take place on the following Tuesdays. June 8 Island Lake Regional Park July 13 McCullough Park August 10 Shoreview Commons Walks begin at 3 pm. Check the city’s website at shoreviewmn.gov or Facebook page for information on where to meet.

In the event of rain, the outdoor walk may be cancelled and the office hours will be moved inside at city hall. Mayor Martin has regular office hours most Tuesdays at 3 pm. She is also available by phone at 651-490-4618.

2021 Tour de Trails

Discover the wonderful trails in Shoreview at the Tour de Trails bike ride. Short and long loop options are available. Participants will receive a t-shirt to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the event. Sunday, July 25

7:30 – 11 am | $7 per person or $20 per family Participants must register by July 22 – there will be no day-of registration this year Visit shoreviewmn.gov for details and to register.