Shakopee Snapshot: Summer 2024

Take photos now; win later Plan ahead for the 2024 Show Off Shakopee photo contest

The annual Show Off Shakopee photo contest will open for submis sions on Sept. 1, but we’ve announced the categories early to give photographers plenty of opportunities this summer to snag the per fect shot. The 2024 Show Off Shakopee categories are: ■ Uniquely Shakopee —What do you think sets Shakopee apart from other cities? ■ Community Connections —From public expressions of joy to neighbors gathering at a block party, showcase the vibrant spirit of human connection within our community. ■ Wildlife & Natur e—Let Mother Nature set the scene while you capture it! ■ Budding Photographer —New in 2024, this category is for youth photographers ages 17 or younger, and the subject of the photos can be anything in Shakopee. The winners of each category will each win $50, and the overall grand prize winner will win $100. The winning photos will be displayed in the Shakopee City Hall lobby and also used in City of Shakopee pub lications throughout the coming year. For a full list of contest guidelines, rules, and a photo contest guide on how to make your photos stand out to the judges, visit www.Shako peeMN.gov/showoffshakopee . As in past years, the photo submission period will be open on the City website for the entire month of September.

SHOW OFF SHAKOPEE PHOTO CONTEST

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Last year’s overall winner was Shelley Weeks with her photo of the lion at the Lions Park Splash Pad.

#AsktheCity

STORM DAMAGE CLEANUP

Every year storms cause damage to trees in our neighborhoods. The Public Works Department ensures this damage does not interfere with our comings and goings. But this effort to keep our streets and neighborhoods clean is collaborative with property owners in the city. Q: WHAT IS THE CITY RESPONSIBLE FOR?

A: After every storm, Public Works takes inventory of the damage and sends crews to remove downed branches blocking City streets and boulevards. The City is responsible for disposing of damage from boulevard trees in public rights-of-way. Q: WHAT ARE PROPERTY OWNERS RESPONSIBLE FOR? A: Property owners are responsible for removing downed branches from private trees on their own property. They are also responsible for maintaining private trees and shrubs along sidewalks and alleys to reduce hazardous conditions and ensure good sight lines. Q: HOW CAN I DISPOSE OF STORM DAMAGE? A: Property owners have several options for disposing of yard debris, including the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community’s Organics Recycling Facility and the City’s residential waste hauler, Dick’s Sani tation Inc. For more information on where to dispose of storm and yard waste, visit www.ShakopeeMN.gov/yardwaste .

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