2040 Comprehensive Plan: Envision Shakopee

Communication

ISSUES » » Perceived lack of information sharing from the city » » Ability to connect with hard-to-reach populations » » Perceived lack of inclusivity and accessibility OPPORTUNITIES » » Increased use of videos and digital communication tools » » Expressed desire from community to be more involved

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT The Envision Shakopee planning process emphasized community engagement as a foundational element of establishing priorities and a strategic vision for the city. There has been much appreciation in the community for this approach, and some of the public feedback has specifically focused on the fact that such community engagement efforts have not been commonly or consistently undertaken in the past. Citizens sometimes feel that the city is not sharing information about decision-making, or about potential public investments or private development proposals. Likewise, many feel that the city has not done enough to genuinely engage the public and elicit opinions as part of its decision-making processes.

Opportunities to improve community engagement include: » » Plain language communications » » Videos » » Vary the location of meetings and events » » Town Hall meetings » » Partnerships » » Staff out in the community

ENVISION SHAKOPEE | SECTION VI: GOVERNANCE