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Shakopee council names mayor and councilor to police‑chief interview panels
Summary
Council appointed Mayor Lehman and Councilor Contreras to serve on hiring panels that will interview finalists for the next police chief; interviews will occur in January when the commission delivers three finalists to city administration.
City administration told the Shakopee City Council on Dec. 16 that the police‑chief recruitment commission will interview candidates on Jan. 6 and deliver the top three finalists to the city manager. The council appointed two members to serve on interview panels that will evaluate candidates and help produce a recommendation for the council.
Councilor Lara initially proposed Mayor Lehman and Council member Whiting; after brief discussion the council settled on Mayor Lehman and Councilor Contreras to join city staff and department representatives on two interview panels. City administration said it would follow up with scheduling information once the commission completes its initial interviews and provides candidate names.
Why it matters: Council participation in the panel ensures elected‑official input on finalist evaluation and helps shape the recommendation for the next police chief.
What’s next: The commission will interview candidates in January; council appointees and staff panels will convene to evaluate finalists and provide feedback to the city manager.
