Soon-to-be Mayor to Launch Listening Tour

Mayoral-elect Brad Tabke isn't waiting until January to restart conversations that started during his campaign. Instead, he's planning to host more opportunities to hear from his consituents.

"I want to hear thoughts, ideas, problems and especially solutions for Shakopee," Tabke said in an email Monday.

Next Tuesday, Nov. 29, marks the start of what he's calling the Listening Tour, a six-stop tour around Shakopee to hear from both residents and business owners.

Tabke says he's keeping the sessions informal and intimate so he can talk one-on-one with as many people as possible and people are welcome to come and go as they please. He got the idea from Shakopee City Councilor Pamela Punt, who did the same thing after she was elected two years ago. There's a chance Punt and/or other city council members will be in attendance at these events, as all have been invited, Tabke said.

Listening Tour Schedule

November 29 - Residential: 4:30 to 6 PM
Tokyo Sushi and Grill, 8080 Old Carriage Court N (in Southbridge)

December 6 - Downtown and Hway 101 Corridor Businesses: 7:30 to 9 AM Canterbury Chiropractic, 135 1st Avenue East

December 8 - Online Chat: 7 to 8:30 PM
Online Listening Session/Chat Details on BradTabke.com

December 9 - Residential: 8:30 to 9:30 AM
, 1361 Heather Street (Marschall x Vierling)

December 13 - Residential/Cultural Diversity: 6:30 to 8 PM
, 1157 Shakopee Town Square

December 20 - Business Community: 7:30 to 9 AM
Location TBD (check here for updates)

Vist Tabke's website and facebook page for updates.