The proximity of the City of Shakopee to the Minnesota River has created a diversity of natural resources from floodplains, creeks, ravines, and wetlands to bluffs, prairies, and woodlands. With rapid growth occurring in the City, the inventory,  management and preservation of these resources is an integral part of ensuring that high quality, ecologically sensitive areas are maintained and conservation initiatives are implemented in the development process.
 

The Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Director oversees natural resources initiatives. This individual administers and enforces ordinances designed to preserve and conserve the City’s natural resources before, during, and after development. General questions regarding natural resources within the City should be directed to the the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Director.

Jamie Polley
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Director
952-233-9514
jpolley@ci.shakopee.mn.us

   A Monarch butterfly lands on Swamp Milkweed  in Memorial Park.