2040 Comprehensive Plan: Envision Shakopee

SHAKOPEE TODAY

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REGIONAL ASSETS

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Shakopee holds a unique position in the region as an entertainment destination and is part of the RiverSouth “Land of Big Fun” partnership. The Valleyfair amusement park, Canterbury Park horse track, and the nearby Mystic Lake Casino and Renaissance Festival collectively draw over 10 million visitors to Shakopee and Scott County annually. Shakopee is also located along the Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area and Trail system, a regional greenspace and recreational linkage that also connects with the The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park and Huber Park, the city’s premier downtown and riverfront gathering space. Shakopee has successfully harnessed regional growth trends by attracting high wage Twin Cities-employed residents and developing a large pool of industrial land. The community is in a position to leverage these assets for continued economic growth and to enhance the quality of life for Shakopee’s residents. Shakopee already is a significant regional destination - this plan envision’s a future Shakopee that solidifies the city’s identity as the premier place to visit, recreate and conduct business south of the Minnesota River.

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