Acknowledging that the City Council has decided to proceed with Community Center improvements, the undersigned residents of Shakopee petition the Shakopee City Council to utilize a referendum to fund those improvements.

A referendum approved by Shakopee voters ensures democratic fundamentals remain rich in Shakopee, gives each voice in the community a chance to be heard, reduces animosity between residents on either side of the improvements, and allows the entire community to take ownership of the project and investment.