Item Coversheet

3.A.


Shakopee City Council
November 17, 2020


FROM:Kristin Doran, Communications Manager
TO:Mayor and City Council
Subject:
Recognition of 2020 Show Off Shakopee photo contest winners
Policy/Action Requested:
Recognize the contest winners of the annual city photo contest  
Recommendation:

 

Discussion:

Every September, the city invites people who live, work or attend school in Shakopee to submit photos to the city's annual Show Off Shakopee photo contest. Submitted photos are used in city publications and the website to help promote the community.

 

This year, participants submitted photos in three categories: Nature & Landmarks, Active Living and Fun at Parks. We also added a new award, the People's Choice Award, and invited followers on our city Facebook page to vote for their favorite image.

 

  • Steve Brock, Grand Prize, Nature and Landmarks, "O'Dowd Lake Bolt Launch"
  • Christopher Straub, Active Living, "Swing"
  • Sonja Keltgen, Fun at Parks, "Climbing to New Heights"
  • Randy Monnens, People's Choice, "Frozen Park"

 

The winning photos, as well as additional entries, can be viewed at www.ShakopeeMN.gov/showoffshakopee.

Budget Impact:

The city annually dedicates up to $300 in cash prizes for the photo contest from the communications budget.