Baymont Hotel license revocation appeal
Summary
The widow of the hotel's longtime owner and longtime employees pleaded with the council to reconsider revoking the Baymont hotel's license after her husband's death and past tragedies at the property. A proposed security director and third-party management company were offered; the council took no action, but staff may work on a collaborative path forward.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
The family reports nearly $10 million invested in the property over ten years; revocation threatens the family's livelihood.
The hotel's employees and ownership family would benefit from reinstatement with new management and security controls.
Neighbors and past incident victims remain concerned about safety conditions at the hotel; employees fear losing their workplace.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Aug 4, 2026
The widow of the hotel's longtime owner and longtime employees pleaded with the council to reconsider revoking the Baymont hotel's license after her husband's death and past tragedies at the property. A proposed security director and third-party management company were offered; the council took no action, but staff may work on a collaborative path forward.
2 Deaths, Wild Parties and Prostitutes Prompt City Council to Strip Minnesota Hotel of Its License
2 Deaths, Wild Parties and Prostitutes Prompt City Council to Strip Minnesota Hotel of Its License People.com
Shakopee votes to revoke hotel's license after wild parties, deadly overdoses
Shakopee votes to revoke hotel's license after wild parties, deadly overdoses CBS News
City Council - Jul 21, 2026
The city revoked the Baymont Hotel's license after 84 police incidents in 2025-2026, including a March lock-in event with armed security and two overdose deaths. The owner proposed a conditional license with 24 months of oversight paid through escrow, but the council upheld the revocation 4-1.
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