During the 2017 legislative session there were many legislative efforts to preempt local government decision making authority.  This effort to restrict the ability of local government came in the form of several different pieces of legislation; some which would have impacted Shakopee, others which would not. 

This resolution, having been passed by many other cities throughout the State of Minnesota does not take a specific position for or against any specific legislation.  The intent of this resolution is to show support for cities throughout the state, including Shakopee, to make local decisions that impact a local constituency without undue interference from the State.