The DCR Chamber office will be closed Monday, July 4.

Happy 4th of July!



This day is incredibly significant in American history, as it marks the day the United States officially became its own nation and declared its independence from Great Britain. The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776—and thus, America was born.

Message from Maureen Scallen Failor

Maureen Scallen Failor, Chamber President, gives an update about the 16th Annual Golf Classic, launching of the Discover Dakota County podcast/video series, and her thoughts on the new President’s Perspective e-newsletter.

View the Golf Classic Photos from Rodel G Photography here. 

Staff Wrap Up Meeting

The DCR Chamber staff met over lunch at the Pool & Yacht Club to review the 16th Annual Golf Classic that happened on June 20. We agreed it was a huge success!

(Pictured left to right: Becky Little, Laura Roehl, Anna Schueler, Maureen Scallen Failor, and Becca Scholz)

Listen to Discover Dakota County Podcasts

You can start listening to the new Discover Dakota County podcast and video shows. Listen to the show on Google Podcasts, and watch or listen to the episodes on Podbean, PlayerFM, or Podchaser to get insights on topics related to Dakota County. We will kick off with the first episodes called “Restauranteurs in Dakota County” featuring three restaurant owners, followed by “Police Chiefs and Public Safety” with three local police chiefs giving their view of safety in the community. Check back throughout the year as new episodes will continually be posted. Follow it at https://www.dcrchamber.com/discover-dakota-county-podcast.

Become a sponsor of the upcoming episodes – levels start at $1,000 with call outs on the podcasts and included on TV segments. Contact Laura at lroehl@dcrchamber.com.

Pandemic to Endemic Webinar 

The Critical Issues Forum webinar “Pandemic to Endemic – What the Future Holds for Dakota County and Minnesota” was very insightful as to how the pandemic has evolved. Dr. Michael Osterholm and Gina Adasiewicz presented Dakota County’s successes, vaccination operations, and the virus’ evolution concerns. They addressed questions related to the different variants, long Covid concerns, its relation to birds and animal transmissions, mask protection, and vaccines on the short term. Interesting updates are 74.5% of citizens in Dakota County have completed their vaccine series and 48.6% are up-to-date with vaccine doses. What is concerning is only 28% of children ages 5-11 have been vaccinated even though the vaccine is available to them. They pointed out that Dakota County is doing it right compared to most other regions of the country.

Thank You to our Sponsors:

We Celebrated Fairfield Inn & Suites

The Fairfield Inn & Suites St. Paul-Eagan celebrated its ribbon cutting celebration last week. Guests were able to tour the rooms, participate in a scavenger hunt for prizes, enjoyed Bald Man Brewing beer, a Mexican buffet, and networking.

Boden Senior Living Opens

The new Boden Senior Living community in Apple Valley invited the business community and medical professionals to attend their Open House last week. Carefree living begins with Boden’s extensive and exceptional services for Assisted Living and Memory Care.

Midwest Agricultural Summit

You are invited to the livestream Summit on June 28. Agriculture is a fundamental sector of the Midwestern economy. The Summit will take an in-depth look at key industry facets across multiple states, while exploring and discussing agriculture. The keynote speaker, Robert Bonnie, is the Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation at USDA. The event is in partnership with other Midwest chambers. 

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Meet the Chamber Orientation

Interested in being more engaged in the DCR Chamber? Send new employees from your organization to learn more about the opportunities available to them, including involvement in committees, monthly networking and special events, marketing/advertising opportunities. Each attendee will introduce themselves and give a brief commercial about their business or position. Remember, all employees are considered members of the Chamber. Next meeting is Wednesday, June 29.

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Women’s Luncheon

Join us for the next Women's Luncheon at Eagan Arms Public House on Tuesday, July 19. You are invited to meet other Chamber members, introduce your business to the group, answer the question of the day.... and, of course network. Register to attend.

Renewed Members

Cadan Technologies – 22 years

EFH Realty Advisors, Inc. – 5 years

Goff Public – 8 years

Kuehne + Nagel, Inc. – 23 years

Summit 360 ITAD Facility – 1 year

If you have any questions or concerns about your membership renewal, contact Anna Schueler:

aschueler@dcrchamber.com 

(651) 288-9204

New Members

Evolution Accounting & Consulting

5437 212th St W 

Farmington, MN 55024

(612) 895-2705

Edward Jones – Michael Pender

Eagan, MN 55122

(651) 221-9898

Compcare Occupational Medicine & Urgent Care

1030 Blue Gentian Road Eagan MN 55121

(651) 508-0936

For more information on becoming a member, contact Director of Marketing & Partnerships Laura Roehl:

Lroehl@dcrchamber.com 

(952) 300-1734

Register Now for Eagan’s 5K and Kids Run

The Eagan Kick-Start Rotary Club’s inaugural Eagan 5K Run and Kids Run will be Saturday, July 2 at Thomas Lake Park. The event benefits community partners such as The Open Door, Art Works, Eagan Community Foundation, YMCA, and many others. This event is for all ages! Learn more. 

Summer Employment Laws for Teen Workers

As the temperatures heat up and the school year winds down, the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) reminds employers of the wage and hour laws that apply to teens and how these laws change during the summer. Learn more.

Wave Soccer Club Tryouts

Wave Soccer Club (Eagan) will be hosting player evaluations/tryouts on July 18-19 for ages 8U-11U and July 30-31 for ages 12U+ per Twin Cities Soccer League guidelines. Register today.

Eagan's Dakotah Lindwurm Wins Grandma's Marathon Again



Dakotah Lindwurm (27) of Eagan won for the second time in a row the 46th Grandma’s Marathon 2022 in Duluth, crossing in 2:25:01, shaving 4 minutes 3 seconds off her personal best set in Duluth last year.

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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