Eagan is the largest city in Dakota County, Minnesota. Its 33.43 square miles of landscape is made up of rolling hills, laced with nearly 1,200 small lakes, wetlands, and ponds. Eagan is a community known for its trees. Eagan was named for Patrick Eagan who was the first chairman of the town board of supervisors. Patrick Eagan tamed a 220-acre parcel of land near the present-day town hall. Eagan and his wife Margaret Twohy emigrated from Tipperary, Ireland.

Leaders in Local Government Awards

Do you know a public servant in the East Metro Region that demonstrates innovation and excellence in local government? Help amplify and celebrate their achievements by completing the brief nomination form for the 2022 Leaders in Local Government Awards by August 16. Nominees will be selected based on their contributions with respect to innovative initiatives and public policies that advance the public good and demonstrate a commitment to efficient and progressive government.

You are invited to the awards presentation on September 29 at the Lake Elmo Inn. Register here.

Calling for Nominations!

The Business Excellence Awards Celebration will be recognizing five deserving companies and individuals for the Small Business Award, Large Business Award, Nonprofit of the Year, Emerging Leader of the Year, and the Legacy Award.

Nominate your Dakota County company, organization, or individual for the five categories. Nominations are due by August 19.

Save the date to attend the Business Excellence Awards Celebration on Friday, October 28th. It’s an awards celebration with a Late Night talk show twist. The program will be a spoof related to talk shows greatest moments, and we will reminisce about the legends of Late Night. There will be a selection of delicious appetizers, the Dessert Dash, Wine & Spirits Pull, photo booth, entertainment, and an “after program party” concluding with dessert and conversation.

Coffee Break at Living Well Disability Services

The staff at Living Well greeted Chamber members with coffee and conversation. Tom Gillespie, President & CEO, explained how the founders saw a need for longer term care for people with disabilities, and today it has 37 homes in the metro area, serving 300 people with disabilities, where they now have 500 staff and over 550 volunteers.

City of Eagan's Business Survey Presentation

The City of Eagan in partnership with the DCR Chamber hosted a morning gathering to hear more about the City of Eagan’s business survey.

The City of Eagan conducted their business survey, and the survey results are in. Ninety-nine percent of Eagan businesses said that they value Eagan as an excellent or good place to work. Learn more about what Eagan businesses shared in the survey in this edition of #EaganNow! Or download the full results here.

Ribbon Cutting – Chapter Aesthetic Studio

Join us for the open house and ribbon cutting celebration at Chapter Aesthetic Studio in Eagan on August 18. Chapter is a leading aesthetic studio providing evidence-based, non-surgical and cosmetic treatments for people who want to live in the “wow.” As a leading provider of non-surgical cosmetic treatments, Chapter is the only aesthetic studio with MAP, their evidence-based process.

Coffee Break at Town Square Television

Check out Town Square Television during the Coffee Break on August 23. Enjoy a cup of coffee, learn about TV production, network with other members, and take a tour of the television operation. They are a local community media station serving the northern part of Dakota County, and producers of the new Discover Dakota County podcasts/videos. 

Ribbon Cutting & Open House: Evolution Accounting & Consulting

You are invited to the ribbon cutting celebration and open house on August 25. We will cut the ribbon at 2:15 PM and hear remarks from Eric Gray, CEO. Evolution Accounting & Consulting provides CFO level accounting services and year-round tax support to individuals and business owners.

Open House at OMNI Winery and Taproom

Join us for an exclusive first look at the OMNI Winery and Taproom on August 25. Come celebrate the progress they are making and learn more about the first winery coming soon to Rosemount. Check out the grounds, sample beer/wine, get a bite from the food truck, and listen to music.

Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline 101 Webinar

Learn how the Pipeline can help you meet your workforce needs. The bi-monthly webinar will walk attendees through the basics of employment-based training and share tips and advice about how to set up a dual-training initiative at your company. Register for the Wednesday, August 24 webinar.

Dakota County Survey Results and County Updates

The Dakota County Survey provides residents an opportunity to rate the quality of life in the county, as well as service delivery and their satisfaction with county government. The results are in, and Dakota County is a great place to live! The county ranked first among peer counties nationally in five key areas: economic health of the county, managing tax dollars, quality of libraries, providing information to residents, and acting in the best interest of the community. 

Join us on August 30 to hear the results and insights from County Manager Matt Smith and Commissioner Kathleen Gaylord. They will also give an update on the County’s strategic plan, ARP plan, and other important County updates.

Kathleen Gaylord

District 2 - Commissioner

Dakota County

Matt Smith

County Manager

Dakota County

Looking to Join a Leads Group?

You are invited to check out the Enlightened Leads Group Guest Day, held the 4th Wednesday of each month (next one is August 24). The group is a relationship based, referral group that will meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Business professionals get together with their peers to discuss strategy, work through problems and obstacles their business is facing, while building an ongoing business relationship with other group members.

New Employee Orientation Meeting About the Chamber

Have new employees or staff that are in a new role? The DCR Chamber has a monthly Meet the Chamber orientation meeting where the Chamber president and staff present the benefits and opportunities of the Chamber. Join us on August 31 to learn how you can get involved.

Celebrating 30 Years at Mall of America

Maureen Scallen Failor and Laura Roehl joined in the fun to celebrate the Mall of America’s 30th Anniversary. There was great music, delicious food, unique experiences, and many conversations. (Mall of America is a Chamber member.)

New Members

Northwestern Mutual

8530 Eagle Point Blvd.

Suite 200 

Lake Elmo, MN 55042

(651) 714-6800

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

Lroehl@dcrchamber.com 

(952) 300-1734

Renewed Members

Mahoney CPAs and Advisors – 38 years 

DARTS – 25 years 

CMIT Solutions – Twin Cities SE – 4 years

St. Paul Area Association of Realtors – 24 years

Prime Therapeutics – 10 years

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

aschueler@dcrchamber.com 

(651) 288-9204

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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