The Shakopee City Council met on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM at City Hall. The meeting included approval of the consent agenda, public comment on the state flag, a recess for the Economic Development Authority (EDA) meeting, approval of a monetary donation for aquatic programming, and discussion of a proposed state plumbing code change affecting stormwater reuse.
Recess for Economic Development Authority (EDA) Meeting: The council recessed to hold the EDA meeting. The EDA approved the minutes and then considered item 4A: a purchase contract for property at 1211 Fourth Avenue East for affordable housing, to be assigned to the Scott County Community Development Agency (CDA). The city is using $150,000 in LAHA (Local Affordable Housing Aid) funds from the state sales tax to assist in the purchase. The CDA plans to develop townhomes on the site, responding to previous neighborhood feedback about a large apartment building. Commissioner Lamer asked about funding sources and expressed concern about the cumulative tax burden on existing properties. The EDA approved Resolution R2026-004 unanimously.
Monetary Donation for Aquatic Programming (Item 10a): Sue Westegard (address: 606 Milwaukee Road) presented a donation of $1,500 for the women's water safety program, in memory of her mother and best friend. She reported that the program has served 195 participants to date, with the upcoming July session having 24 participants and a waiting list. The program includes water aerobics warm-ups and safety topics. Councilmember Whiting inquired about adding another class; staff noted that volunteer availability limits expansion but a 4:00 PM class is being considered. The council approved Resolution R2026-093 accepting the donation unanimously.
Other Business – Stormwater Reuse Ban Proposal: Councilmember Delaney raised a proposed rule by the Minnesota Plumbing Board that would ban the use of stormwater (rainwater) as an alternate source for irrigation and other non-potable uses. He argued that the ban would harm existing practices like stormwater ponds used for irrigation in Woodbury and Cottage Grove, and would conflict with state law. Staff noted that the Minnesota Department of Health is also involved, citing concerns about runoff contaminants. The council expressed strong opposition to the restriction, particularly for individual residents. Staff will provide additional information by June 23, 2026, and the council will consider a formal resolution opposing the change.
Call a Shakpe City Council meeting for June 16th, 2026 to order. If the clerk could please take the roll. Councilmember Delaney? Here. Councilmember Whitey? Here. Councilmember Contreras? Here. Councilmember Laura? Here. Mayor Lehman? Here. Item three, if you want to join us for the Pledge of Allegiance. One nation under God. And this liberty and justice are. Item number four, approval of the agendas any changes from staff. No, sir. Changes from council? Which is the council. Counselor Contreras. Thank you, sir. Um, I'd like to make a motion to approve the agenda. Sir Second. Second. Second by Mr. Delaney. Discussion on the motion. Seeing none, all in favor say aye. All right. Opposed. Motion passes. Item number five, consent agenda. Any changes to the consent agenda from staff? No, sir. Council. Mr. Whiting. Motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Is there a second? Councilor Contreras. Discussion. Seeing none, all in favor say aye. Aye. Opposed? Motion passes. Thank you, Dean. And if we could get staff to read the consent, that would be appreciated. Thank you, Mr. Mayor. Members of Council.