Shakopee Snapshot: Spring 2024

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SPRING 2024

CITY NEWSLETTER Democracy in action. . . . . . 3 City Calendar. . . . . . . . . . 4 In Lehman’s Terms . . . . . . . 4 Spring Load Restrictions. . . . 5 2024 Show Off Shakopee PhotoContest. . . . . . . . . 5 News&Notes. . . . . . . . . . 5 AsktheCity.. . . . . . . . . . 6 Parks & Recreation. . . . . . . 7 Development News. . . . . . 8–9 Public Works. . . . . . . . 10–12 Public Safety. . . . . . . . . . 13 Chief's Notes. . . . . . . . . . 13

Cover Photo: A community member enjoys the Shakopee Skate Park, located at 1255 Fuller St. S.

City Clerk Lori Hensen hosts a training class for student election judges.

Democracy in action What you need to know about voting in 2024 This year is a busy one when it comes to elections, with the presidential caucuses and nominating primaries already behind us and yet another primary and the general election still ahead. So what do Shakopee residents need to know about casting their ballot in 2024? WHEN AND WHERE TO VOTE In 2024, Primary Election Day is Tuesday, Aug. 13, and General Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. To cast a ballot on an Election Day, eligible voters need to vote at their local Shakopee polling loca tion, also known as a precinct. Voters can determine their polling location by visiting pollfinder.sos. state.mn.us and entering their address.

Going to be busy or out of town on Election Day? No problem! Early voting is offered for both the primary and general elections. Eligible voters can cast their ballot at Shakopee City Hall (485 Gorman St.) well ahead of Election Day. The City will have trained election judges available to assist voters. Early voting for the Primary Election will begin Fri day, June 28, and early voting for the General Elec tion will begin Friday, Sept. 20.

"Whether you want to avoid a wait at the polls or are going on vacation over Election Day—the option to vote early can come in handy for a lot of reasons." Lori Hensen City Clerk

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