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Council approves $49,872 ChargePoint contract for Quarry Lake Park charger
Summary
Shakopee City Council approved a contract to install a Level 3 electric vehicle charger at Quarry Lake Park, using a Sourcewell purchase and with Xcel Energy funding contributions; the city will bill customers for electricity.
The Shakopee City Council on Dec. 16 approved a contract with ChargePoint for purchase and installation of a Level 3 charger in Quarry Lake Park, with Hunt Electric as the contractor, at a cost of $49,872.
Councilor Whiting said the installation helps activate the park and supports nearby industrial employees who may charge at work. Staff said the procurement will use a Sourcewell purchasing contract and that Xcel Energy is contributing $125,000 toward the broader grant/program that helped lower the city’s cost; the original estimate had been higher but staff reduced the price to under $50,000.
Staff clarified that electricity usage will be charged to customers; the installation cost will be funded from Park Reserve funds. Councilors discussed whether general taxpayers should fund an amenity used primarily by EV drivers; the motion to approve the contract passed without objection.
What happens next: city staff will finalize the contract with ChargePoint and Hunt Electric and proceed with installation and operational setup.
