U.S. Congressional District 2 Republican Candidate Meet & Greet
Join us for a morning Meet and Greet with Congressional District 2 Republican candidates on Thursday, July 21 at 7:30 a.m. at the Commons on Marice. Invited candidates include:
Matthew Erickson
John Howe
Jason Lewis
Darlene Miller
Hosted by your Chamber's Political Action Committee, this event provides an opportunity for voters to learn more about each candidate; and also raise funds for other local and state legislative races. The PAC is a bi-partisan committee which supports candidates who champion private enterprise and foster growth for businesses to create jobs in Dakota County and the State of Minnesota. Click here for more information to register for this event.
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Committed to Business... for YOU.
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East-West Transit - Moving Forward
Do you transport your products East -West through Dakota County? Where do your employees commute to and from? Dakota County is undergoing an East -West Transportation Study and is seeking business feedback. We all recognize that East - West routes in Dakota County are insufficient to keep up with the growing demand. Get involved in this important discussion.
Learn more here.
To offer other opportunities for input, Dakota County has launched a
website to gather input on where transit trips are desired, physical challenges that exist to using transit and information on the study. There is also an opportunity to sign up for email updates on the study. Additionally, if you are interested in serving on an Advisory Committee, please contact Vicki Stute at 651.452.9872.
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School Board Candidates' Forum Scheduled for July 20; Election is August 9
Who's making decisions about our future workforce? Your Chamber has scheduled a School Board Candidates' Forum for Wednesday, July 20 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Rosemount City Hall Council Chambers.
The seven residents who filed candidacy to fill the vacant board seat have confirmed their participation. They include Craig Angrimson, Michael Atherley, Sachin Isaacs, John Millea, Rachael Wetzsteon, Wendy Brekken and Christopher Dahling.
The special School Board election will be held Tuesday, Aug. 9 in conjunction with Minnesota's statewide primary election. The candidate-elect will serve the remainder of the four-year term vacated by Rob Duchscher, who was re-elected in November and resigned from the board in March. Duchscher's term runs through Jan. 6, 2020.
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Breakfast With Champions: When Generations Connect
Join us for Breakfast with Champions: When Generations Connect on Thursday, July 28 at 7:30 a.m. at Southview Country Club. Four distinct generations are working together shoulder to shoulder, each with a unique set of attitudes, values and work styles. It used to be that older workers were bosses and younger ones took orders. Now, roles are all over the map and rules are being rewritten. Organizations are feeling the pain of generations as they struggle to manage productivity and morale while maintaining high standards of quality and service in a challenging economy. Our presenter, Bryan Lansing with BridgeWorks, will give you the tools to convert this form of diversity from an obstacle into an opportunity.
Learn more and
register today!
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Events Calendar
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Happy 4th of July!
Chamber Office Closed
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8:00 a.m.
SBU Committee
11:30 a.m.
SMYPro Committee
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7 8:30 a.m. PAC Board |
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3:30 p.m.
Business
Excellence
Awards Committee
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Noon
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8:00 a.m.
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Noon
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7:30 a.m.
Executive Committee
9:00 a.m.
Communications Committee
Noon
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7:30 a.m.
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7:30 a.m.
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7:30 a.m.
Government Affairs Committee
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8:00 a.m.
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8:00 a.m.
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7:30 a.m.
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We hope everyone had a fabulous 4th of July holiday celebrating
our country's 240 years of independence!
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New Report Quantifies Freight Rail's Economic Impact
 According to a new study from Towson University's Regional Economic Studies Institute (RESI), every one rail job supports nine more across the U.S. economy.
The study, for the first time ever, quantifies the economic impact of freight railroads' private investments, which have surpassed $600 billion since 1980. The study also found that freight rail investments create $274 billion in economic activity and $33 billion in tax revenues.
Read more about this study.
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Orange Cones for Highway 110 in 2017
 Your Chamber attended a special meeting hosted by MnDOT regarding the planned construction project for Highway 110 from Highways 13/55 to I-494 in Summer 2017. The improvement project will cause significant disruptions during the construction period. We encourage you to be prepared and plan ahead to ensure your customers know the best access routes for your business.
The project includes pavement, drainage, signing, and pedestrian improvements, including a Dakota County grade separated facility just east of Highway 149/Dodd Road.
A second informal public meeting will be held in August. For more information related to the project, click here. Watch your Weekly Update for additional information.
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Local Focus: Find Out What's Happening In Your Community
Farmington City Council meets July 5 - see the agenda
Rosemount City Council meets July 5 - see the agenda
Eagan City Council meets July 5 - see the agenda
Mendota Heights City Council meets July 5 - see the agenda
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Member Spotlight: A Great Way to Grow Your Business
Jessica Aubel
Insurance is what I sell, Dreams are what I protect! I have been selling insurance for over 4 years now on behalf of The Pallais Agency/ American Family Insurance. I have a passion for caring for people and making sure I can offer peace of mind. Insurance is more than a policy, it's a relationship that I like building with my clients. I offer Auto, Home, Business, and Life Insurance. Our team here at the Pallais Agency joined DCR Chamber in November 2013. We as a team have joined the Ambassadors group, attended Coffee Breaks, holiday lunches and ribbon cuttings. I also enjoy attending the WomEn's Circle each month and the Women's Conference every year! When we moved our office in 2015 we hosted a ribbon cutting with the Chamber as well. We encourage other business owners to join the chamber which offers education, leadership, and networking knowledge. It's a great way to grow your business!
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New Members
We welcome the following new members!
Mike's Butcher Shop
Minnesota Services
Running Room, Inc. - Eagan
Summit Medical
Auxilium Solutions, LLC
Bruce Maus
5565 Blaine Avenue, Suite 250
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Visit website here
Strategic growth management means that the client's business goals and operations are properly aligned involving an integrated approach to growth, whether on an existing site or a new location that includes real estate, facilities and operations. For companies to be competitive in a global market, growth decisions must be strategic considering more than real estate and facilities. Auxilium Solutions collaborates with all levels of the organization to develop pragmatic solutions that can be implemented applying "Lean Six Sigma" solutions to engineering, supply chain, transport logistics, process and manufacturing. Auxilium Solutions assists companies to grow operations locally and globally.
Watch for more information about these fine companies in upcoming Weekly Updates.
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Celebrate Business Success
News on what's happening with our members and in the community!
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Your Chamber is a drop off location in the month of July for Simon Says Give , a non-profit with a mission of Kids Celebrating Kids. In August, they celebrate by giving school readiness to as many kids as they can with their annual 
Congratulations to The UPS Store Eagan North on celebrating 20years of service in the Eagan community!
