City Council, September 15, 2026

The City Council of Shakopee held a meeting on September 15, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key procurement actions included approval of additional funding for the Fire Station 2 alerting system and acceptance of a $10,000 donation from RAR Corporation. The council adopted the 2027 preliminary levy and budget, which included a reduced levy request of 6.85%, funding for a new public works maintenance operator position, and the transition to fully staffed fire stations supported by a $2.63 million federal SAFER grant. The council also approved cancelling certain debt service levies for 2027 by utilizing fund balances, and approved the Economic Development Authority's special benefit levy. Additionally, a plan unit development amendment for Southbridge Crossings East was reviewed, involving commercial development with retail buildings and a car wash. Discussions included traffic considerations and landscaping plans. No direct contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, but budget allocations and capital improvement funding through bond sales were key topics. The meeting also addressed community concerns about sound levels from local amphitheater events and potential amendments to city ordinances regarding side-by-side vehicles on city streets.