Fall 2023 Hometown Messenger

Extra! Extra! Read all about city news in the Shakopee Digest SHAKOPEE DIGEST We get it—with social media, TV news, news papers, the city website, and so many other avenues to obtain information, it can be dif ficult to know where to get reliable updates about what’s going on in your city That’s why we have the Shakopee Digest, the city’s monthly email newsletter sent to subscribers to provide you with a look at the month ahead We cover everything from special, city-hosted community events and upcoming road

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closures to updates on seasonal parking and soliciting resident feedback via sur veys (and then some!) To sign up for this monthly email, visit www.ShakopeeMN.gov/shakopeedigest , enter your email address, and click“submit” Having trouble? Contact Communica tions Manager Amanda McKnight at amcknight@ShakopeeMN.gov

How Can I Help You? Meet Jay Buckentine, who works in the City’s Planning Department Q: What do you do for the city? A: I’m a rental inspector and building inspector Q: How long have you worked for the city? A: I started my job on May 1 this year Q: What do you enjoy about working for the city? A: I enjoy knowing that every day will be different from the day before I also enjoy the different variety of inspections on a daily basis Q: What’s the best part of your job? A: The biggest thing I didn’t realize about the job is how much computer work there is It’s been a bit of a learning curve, but I try to learn something new every day!

Your City, Your Voice Help us rename Hometown Messenger The City is embarking on a journey to revitalize this publication, and we want your creative genius to help make it happen! Your input is invaluable as we strive to create a newsletter name that embodies the spirit of unity, belonging and positivity that makes Shakopee so exceptional We encourage you to draw inspiration from the rich tapestry of history and shared experiences that make our riverside community truly vibrant Submit your unique name ideas online now through Sept 15 at www.ShakopeeMN.gov/ YourCityYourVoice Only one idea is allowed per entry, but you may submit multiple entries Finalists will be announced in September, and city staff will vote to select the winning submission Together let’s find a name that is unique and reflective of the city we love! Having audio issues with City of Shakopee TV on Channel 16? It has come to the city’s attention that some residents have been unable to hear any audio on city meetings that run on cable Channel 16 After assessing the issue, we learned this is happening to residents who have a Comcast Cisco cable box If you have a Comcast Cisco cable box and want to watch Channel 16 with audio, please reach out to Comcast and request a new box The public can also watch live meetings and access video recordings of City Council and other city government meetings at www.ShakopeeMN.gov/govtv

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A PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE | SPRING/SUMMER 2023

A national treasure Schroeder House makes National Register

‘What’s going there?’ Find out what’s new to town

Got trees? Annual tree sale coming soon

Keep the kids busy Parks & Rec offers wide variety of summer fun

INSIDE: PARKS & RECREATION SPRING/SUMMER ACTIVITIES BROCHURE PROGRAM REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 28 AT 6 A.M.

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