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Lobbyist Scholarship: "Out of the Blue"
The Shorewood City Council voted to authorize travel to Washington D.C. by Mayor Jennifer Labadie, contingent on funding provided from a private lobbying group, Minnesota Transportation Alliance (MTA).
That decision is a mistake and that money should be refused.

3 Things For This Week
Here are three new, quick and informative articles for readers this week.

3–minute $1.1 Million Cost Savings Challenge to Shorewood Council
Upon hearing resident Barry Brown’s 3 minute speech during the city council meeting of August 25, 2025 we requested Mr. Brown to provide his documentation to SCA for a follow-up story.
Here’s what you need to know, in his words:

Rubber Stamp Rebellion
A proposal to send Shorewood Mayor Jennifer Labadie to Washington D.C. at city expense has raised questions from other council members regarding the necessity, purpose and value of that trip.

2nd Annual Disappearing Intersections
Shorewood’s disappearing roads, intersections and traffic signs continue. This year, there are some repeaters and some newbies.

This Week’s Three Things
Here are three informative, quick articles for readers this week.

Resident Pressure: Shorewood Reviews Engineering Options
Responding to resident pressure, the Shorewood council is considering options for a new engineering service model.
The contract for the current provider, Bolton & Menk expires in December 2025.

3 Things to Know This Week
Here are three, quick, informative articles for readers this week.
