2017 Legislative Session...Down to the Wire
After a long weekend at the State Capitol, Minnesota's legislators have much to do before all of their work gets finished. At least eight of the major spending bills remain and we've been told that many of these items need at least 12 hours for processing. The clock is ticking. Here's a bit of what we know:
Uniform State Labor Standards: Awaiting final action
ADA Lawsuit Reform: Passed both the House and Senate.
Transportation Funding: Final bill vetoed by Governor. Awaiting next steps.
Tax Reform: Final bill vetoed by Governor. Awaiting next steps.
As information unwinds, we will provide you with the latest information throughout the day and week.
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Let's Rewind the Legislative Session
Join us
as Minnesota's two political party chairs, Ken Martin, Minnesota DFL, and Jennifer Carnahan, Republican Party of Minnesota, rewind the 2017 Legislative Session. Mary Lahammer, Twin Cities Public Television,
will moderate the discussion as we learn more about the impact on your business based upon the action of our legislative leaders during the 2017 Legislative Session and political predictions for the future.
Register today.
Jennifer Carnahan Mary Lahammer Ken Martin
Thank you to our Legislative Breakfast Presenting Sponsor:
Your Chamber - in partnership with the Minnesota Retailers Association - offers real-time information and resources on cutting-edge legislative issues impacting businesses through our exclusive Legislative Breakfast Series.
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What does the future hold for Minnesota?
Find out on Monday, June 12 at Good Day Dakota County! Hear from State Economist, Dr. Laura Kalambokidis,on Minnesota's economic outlook, including the characteristics of Minnesota's industry mix and labor market that will affect the state's ability to thrive in a changing economy. We will also hear an overview of the broad demographic trends that are transforming Minnesota from State Demographer, Susan Brower. She will speak to areas of population growth and decline, aging and impacts on the labor force, the changing racial and ethnic make-up of communities, migration and immigration, and population projections. Click here to register.
 
Susan Brower Laura Kalambokidis
Attendees will also have the opportunity to network with other Chamber members, enjoy a delicious lunch, and have the chance to win $200! Thank you to Home Federal for making this exciting addition possible. Your membership really does pay!
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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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8:00 a.m.
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8:00 a.m.
Government Affairs Committee
8:00 a.m.
Noon
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25
8:00 a.m.
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29
Happy Memorial Day
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Staff Professional Development Day: Chamber office will be closed
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7:30 a.m.
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5
11:30 a.m.
Executive Committee
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6
3:30 p.m.
Business Excellence Awards Committee
3:30 p.m.
Ambassador Committee
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4:30 p.m.
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8:00 a.m.
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12
11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
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8:00 a.m.
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7:45 a.m.
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Did You Know?
Memorial Day is coming up on Monday, May 29 and commemorates those who have died in military service of the United States. It was originally known as Decoration Day - an occasion to decorate the graves of the war dead - and was created in the aftermath of the Civil War. Read more.
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Immigrants in the Workforce
As business owners, managers and community leaders, you recognize the significant labor shortage challenges now and in the future. Minnesota's population is projected to grow at a significantly slower rate beginning in 2030. Its population will also age and become more diverse. The future strength of Minnesota's, and our regional, economy depends on attracting and integrating immigrants into its workforce. As part of your Chamber's workforce development strategy, we're working with a number of community partners to bring to you - our members - resources and information that will assist in your continued growth as you face this ever-growing challenge. One such resource is a recent study commissioned by The Committee on Minnesota Workforce and Immigrants and the University of Minnesota Office of the Vice President for Research. To learn more, we invite you to view and download the report and appendices.
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The Vikings are Coming!
Vikings Celebrate Steel Topping Off at Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center
The Minnesota Vikings, Crawford Architects, Kraus Anderson, and Twin Cities Orthopedics celebrated a major construction milestone on the Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center as the last piece of structural steel was recently installed.
To commemorate the steel "topping off," construction crews hoisted the final piece of steel, which was recently painted white and signed by Vikings staff and construction workers, into position along with the traditional evergreen tree and American flag.
More than 1,300 tons of steel were installed in the headquarters while 2,200 tons were used for the Vikings indoor practice facility (IPF). The IPF stands at a height of 113 feet with a 100-foot clearance to fully accommodate kicking and punting. The roof trusses span 220 feet from north to south and are 12 feet wide at their midpoint. The steel was fabricated by Ted Mannstedt and Son in La Crosse, WI, and erected by Danny's Construction Company in Shakopee, MN.
To date, construction crews have logged more than 80,000 hours on the project and more than 130 workers are on site daily. Of the 38 subcontractors awarded work thus far, 32 are Minnesota-based. The project remains on time for a March 2018 opening.
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Local Focus: Find Out What's Happening In Your Community
West St. Paul City Council meets May 22 - see the agenda
West St. Paul Economic Development Authority meets May 22 - see the agenda
Eagan Planning Commission meets May 23 - see the agenda
Mendota Heights Planning Commission meets May 23 - see the agenda
Rosemount Planning Commission meets May 23 - see the agenda
Dakota County Board of Commissioners meets May 23 - see the agenda
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Member Spotlight: Building Relationships
Emily Bohmbach, Manager of Partnership Activation, Minnesota Vikings
Raised in Red Wing, I started with the Vikings in 2011 working on the Partnership Activation & Special Projects Team. Throughout the U.S. Bank Stadium build, I was involved heavily in the curation and installation of the U.S. Bank Stadium Art Collection as well as managing partnerships with Founding Partner build-outs such as the Delta Sky360 Club, Hyundai Club, BWW Club, Factory Motor Parts Club, Miller Lite Lounge, and Caribou Bar. After getting married, my husband Jimmy and I moved to Eagan in 2016, in preparation for the Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center to be built. Since joining the Dakota County Regional Chamber Board in 2016, I've enjoyed building relationships with Chamber board members as well as attending Good Day Dakota County, Women's Conference, and the Business Excellence Awards. I look forward to the TCO Performance Center opening in March, 2018, and extending the Vikings family throughout Dakota County.
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New Members
We welcome the following new members!
Apex Family Chiropractic
Bulldog Contractors, LLC
Dynamic Surface Solutions
Thrivent Financial - Scot Kretzschmar
Scot Kretzschmar
12700 Nicollet Avenue, Suite 120B
Burnsville, MN 55337
(952) 277-2612
Thrivent Financial is a not-for-profit, membership organization of Christians and we're starting a new conversation about money. We create financial strategies that help Christians be wise with money and live generously. We offer a range of financial products and services, including life insurance, annuities and mutual funds, plus tailored guidance from financial representatives nationwide. For more than a century, we've helped our member-owners show God's love to others by being good stewards of the gifts they've been given. We see money as a tool, not a goal. Our unique approach to blending faith, finances and generosity helps our members thrive, but that's only part of our story. We also support programs that help build stronger families, churches and communities. You could call it a fresh way to think about money. We call it
The Thrivent Way.
River Source Realty
Nora Ladd
3951 Clippers Road
Eagan, MN 55122
(612) 770-6531
River Source Realty is a family owned and operated real estate brokerage out of Mendota Heights that began with a passion for renovating and restoring older homes, now devoted to helping clients with the homeownership process of buying and selling.
After nearly 10 years of working in property management, I decided to follow my passion and transitioned into real estate and joined River Source Realty in 2017. I help navigate the process of homeownership by professionally marketing and selling homes. I mentor first-time, and seasoned, homebuyers with what's typically their largest investment. Buying and selling homes is such an exciting but personal process for my clients that I am blessed to be a part of it.
Edina Realty - Matt Ryan
Matt Ryan
1519 Central Parkway, Suite 100
Eagan, MN 55121
(651) 587-8473
Visit website
here
Matt is a third-generation RealtorĀ® who prides himself on building lasting relationships through focusing on the needs of his clients. Being a member of Edina Reality, Matt has access to industry leading technology, top of the line marketing tools and a network of 2,000+ agents to meet any and all of your real estate needs. From prepping to sell or negotiating the last detail on purchasing your home, Matt is able to help you from beginning to end. Matt looks forward to connecting and being active in the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Watch for more information about these fine companies in upcoming Weekly Updates.
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Last week these awesome members renewed their Chamber membership. Thank you!!
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Celebrate Business Success
News on what's happening with our members and in the community!
 We recently celebrated the groundbreaking of
Westview Park Apartments/ Rooftop 252 in West St. Paul with our Ambassadors. Congrats!
 Our Ambassadors celebrated new member,
Eagan Auto Repair's, newest location in Eagan with a ribbon cutting sponsored by Valley Staffing. Welcome to the Chamber!
 Congratulations to
Barb Tiggemann, who after 19 years, has announced her retirement from
DARTS. Enjoy retirement Barb!
 Our Ambassadors and Valley Staffing celebrated with
Piada Italian Street Food at their soft opening recently. Piada officially opened Tuesday, May 16 in Central Park Commons. Congratulations and welcome to Eagan!
 The
SPIRE Food Truck recently garnered recognition from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Diamond Awards for Marketing Excellence. SPIRE was awarded Category's Best in the Multifaceted category. Category's Best awards are only bestowed for the best examples of creativity, innovation, relevance and execution.
Read more.
 Sprint by Universal Wireless celebrated the opening of their new Eagan location on Rahncliff with a ribbon cutting recently. Thank you to the support of Valley Staffing and our Ambassadors during this busy ribbon cutting season! Congrats Sprint!
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