The City of Shakopee is the seat of Scott County, one of the fastest growing counties in the U.S. Shakopee's resourceful central business district and small town feel have propelled population growth. Shakopee is a major regional entertainment center, drawing over four million tourists annually. Attractions include Canterbury Park, Murphy's Landing living history museum, Valleyfair amusement park and the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
Before joining MMPA in 2004, Shakopee had been purchasing power from the Agency as a customer since 1995.