Engineering and Public Works 2025 Annual Report

PARTNERSHIPS/EVENT/COMMUNITY OUTREACH

The City of Shakopee is truly grateful for the many volunteers who work alongside our Public Works and Parks and Recreation staff throughout the year. Their dedication makes a tremendous difference in keeping our parks and public spaces safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone. From organizing park cleanups and filling playgrounds with engineered woodchips for safety to assisting with landscaping projects across our park system, volunteers play a vital role in maintaining the beauty of our community. In 2025, a local church partnered with our crews at Ridge Creek Park to spread fresh engineered woodchips in the VOLUNTEERISM

playground area. City staff coordinated the woodchip delivery, and the volunteer group took care of the spreading. This is a perfect example of how teamwork builds pride in our community. These efforts not only support our staff but also provide valuable cost savings for the City, allowing us to do more for our residents. Most importantly, they strengthen community connection and show the power of neighbors working together.

The City welcomes park volunteers of all ages.

Volunteers from Ridge Creek Church helped lay a fresh layer of woodchips in our parks in 2025.

ADOPT-A-PARK PROGRAM

In addition to our as-needed volunteer projects, the City offers the Adopt-a-Park program, which is open to community groups, businesses, churches, and individuals interested in caring for and enhancing our public parks and open spaces. Participants must commit to a minimum of two years in the program. As part of that commitment, park adopters agree to pick up litter at least three times per year: April/May, June/July, and August/September. Park adopters are recognized with a personalized sign placed in their adopted park. This program provides another meaningful way for residents to contribute to the health and beauty of our community while leaving a lasting legacy of stewardship.

We are thankful for every volunteer who gives their time and energy to make Shakopee thrive. Whether through one-time projects or long-term commitments like Adopt-a Park, your efforts make our city such a great place to live.

This group from MRCI helped clean up Riverside Park in April 2025.

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