Join a City Board or Commission!
(updated 12/16/2025)Joining a City board or commission is a great way to serve your community, get involved with your local government, and help guide decisions that affect the quality of life in Shakopee. The City of Shakopee is currently recruiting for upcoming vacancies on the following boards and commissions (application deadline is January 16, 2026):
| Board/Commission: | Vacancies: | Term Length: | Term Start: |
| Planning Commission / Board of Adjustment and Appeals | 2 | 4 years | March, 2026 |
| Shakopee Public Utilities Commission | 1 | 3 years | April, 2026 |
| Police Civil Services Commission | 1 | 3 years | March, 2026 |
Recruiting Process:
- Application is completed and submitted by January 16, 2026.
- Interviews are held with select members of City Council and board/commission members.
- City Council formally appoints new members to boards/commissions in February.
Interested? Apply for a board or commission here
If you have any questions, please contact the City Clerk's Office at: 952-233-9300
The City has two active boards and commissions that advise and assist the City Council in setting policy:
The City Council also appoints members to the Shakopee Public Utilities Commission (SPUC), which oversees the operation of the publicly owned water and electric utilities. It is composed of five members who serve three-year terms. Information for SPUC can be found on the SPU website.
Find agendas and minutes from Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments and Appeals meetings at Agendas, Minutes & Videos.
Appointments
Interested Shakopee residents are invited to serve on City boards and commissions. Most appointments are made during the months of February and March. The City Council is responsible for appointing members to the City’s advisory boards and commissions.Policy for Appointment to Boards and Commissions [PDF]
For more information, contact the City Clerk's Office at 952-233-9300.
Planning Commission/BOAA
The Planning Commission, consisting of seven members serving staggered four-year terms, assists the City Council in reviewing and analyzing development proposals and in enforcing the city's zoning and subdivision ordinances. Commission members also act as the Board of Adjustment and Appeals (BOAA).The Planning Commission reviews rezoning, platting, the relocation of dwellings; and when acting as the BOAA reviews zoning, conditional use permits and sign variances. The City Council makes final decisions concerning rezoning and platting applications and considers appeals of Planning Commission decisions.
Meetings are held the first Thursday following the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers
| MEMBERS | Appointed | Term Expires |
| Ashlee Sepulvado (Chair, BOAA) | Feb. 20, 2018 | Feb. 28, 2026 |
| Noreen Reding (2nd Vice Chair, Planning Commission) | Feb. 21, 2018 | Feb. 28, 2026 |
| Josh Forsythe (Chair, Planning Commission) | Feb. 19, 2019 | Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Victoria Ranua (Vice Chair, BOAA) | Mar. 7, 2024 | Feb. 28, 2028 |
| Mustafa Sandhu (Vice Chair, Planning Commission) | Mar. 7, 2024 | Feb. 28, 2028 |
| Kent Robbins | Feb. 18, 2025 | Feb. 28, 2029 |
| James Weiler (2nd Vice Chair, BOAA) | Oct. 4, 2022 | Feb. 28, 2027 |
Police Civil Service Commission
The Police Civil Service Commission administers the civil service personnel policies of the Shakopee Police Department, conducts civil service examinations for the department, makes recommendations to the City Council concerning appointments and promotions and handles disciplinary matters within the police force.
The commission is composed of three members, serving staggered three-year terms. It meets quarterly with special sessions scheduled when necessary.
Staff Contact: Jamie Pearson, Police Captain | 952-233-9400