Take Five with Region Five

Quarterly Newsletter | October 2019

In this issue we share information about our current projects, news, upcoming events and resources to promote welcoming communities.

WHAT'S NEW AT REGION FIVE DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION?

R5DC Staff Participates in Learning Journey

R5DC staff traveled to New Hampshire and Vermont in September to learn about how other groups are developing social cohesion, WealthWorks, placemaking, and field expansion. The areas of focus centered on Creative Economy, Human Powered Recreation and Energy. R5DC gathered new ideas to utilize in an effort to enhance intersections of placemaking, diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, and WealthWorks. Watch for a full report on this learning journey soon!

Solar Schools Project is Complete

We did it! The Solar Schools project is complete and has been properly celebrated. Learn more about this project and read the full report by visiting www.regionfive.org/solar-schools.

Many, many thanks to our partners and to Central Lakes College, Pequot Lakes Schools, and Pine River-Backus Schools for all of your hard work, dedication and commitment. Now, it's full STEAM ahead!

Golden Apple: Solar Schools Project Officially Completed

R5DC Offers Technical Assistance for Small Food Retailers

Technical Assistance for Small Food Retailers is happening now! Visit www.regionfive.org/gfap for details. Register to attend upcoming sessions or watch the recorded version of previous sessions.

This program is funded by MDA Good Food Access Program and is especially designed for employees and operators of small food retailers, such as corner stores, convenience stores, farmers' markets, mobile food markets, co-ops, and retail food outlets.

Welcoming Communities Program

With the help of talented artists, we have an animation to share the details of our Welcoming Communities Program. Check out the video here !

Can you think of a project in your community?

Contact Dawn Espe at 218.894.3233 or by email at despe@regionfive.org for more details.

Military Connections

We strongly believe in supporting our active duty and retired military service personnel and their families. R5DC is involved with the Regional Yellow Ribbon Program, VetCSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program, and the newly formed Regional Military & Veteran Exchange. Read more.