Tentative Agreement on Taxes and Surplus Reached with Governor Walz and Leadership of House and Senate

Governor Walz said he and leadership in the House and Senate have agreed on the framework of a deal to spend a historic budget surplus to cut taxes, and spend money on classrooms and public safety.

This agreement includes a $4 billion tax measure, $1 billion for classrooms, $1 billion for healthcare and human services, and $450 million for new spending in public safety. The tentative agreement also includes a $1.4 billion package of construction projects in a borrowing bill, as well as $1.5 billion in additional investments. For more details click here.

Will Schroeer

East Metro Strong - Executive Director

Women’s Luncheon

Last week members attended the Women’s Luncheon held at the Pool & Yacht Club. They enjoyed great conversations and a delicious lunch.

Open Door’s Hosts Chamber Coffee Break with an Enthusiastic Crowd!

The Open Door hosted the Coffee Break at their Apple Valley distribution center. We learned how they get their food and how they distribute the food through The Pantry, the Mobile Pantry, the Mobile Lunch Box, and Garden to Table services. What an operation they have to get food out to 14,000 people each month.

Enlightened Leads Group

The group has a new name, new dates, and enhanced focus. It is a relationship based referral group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Members will help each other navigate resources while building ongoing business relationships. Cost is $125/year. Come as a guest on the 4th Wednesday of the month to check it out. To join, contact Laura Roehl or Traci Leffner.

Join the Awards & Gala Committee

Looking for a way to get involved, meet new members, and have some fun? Join the Business Excellence Awards & Gala Committee. The kick-off meeting is Tuesday, May 24 at 1:30 (virtual or in-person). The event is planned for October 28. Contact Becca (651-288-9203) to sign up.

Join the Fun at the 16th Annual Golf Classic

The 16^th Annual Golf Classic is shaping up to be another fantastic golf tournament. There are a few foursomes available for Monday, June 20, at the Mendakota Country Club. Also, there are sponsorships available – contact Laura at lroehl@dcrchamber.com. Thank you to our sponsors. Register here.

Flint Hills Resources to Build Largest-Of-Its-Kind Solar Installation to Help Power its Minnesota Refinery Operations

Flint Hills Resources today announced it is moving ahead with building what is believed to be the largest solar installation of its kind in the country. The installation will help power the company’s Pine Bend refinery south of the Twin Cities in Rosemount. The refinery supplies the majority of Minnesota’s and much of the Upper Midwest’s gasoline, diesel and jet fuel as well as heating fuels, asphalt, fertilizer and the chemical-building blocks used in thousands of everyday products.

Drake Bank Celebrates its 20th Anniversary

We want to congratulate our friends at the Drake Bank on their 20 years of being in business! Drake Bank is a great supporter of the DCR Chamber of Commerce. We look forward to another 20 years!

Ambassador Highlight

The Ambassadors are a team of professionals who volunteer their time to help promote the Dakota County business community and support Chamber functions. They are a group of enthusiastic members who act as the welcoming arm of the Chamber to ensure that the membership is being served. Meet two more of the Ambassadors – LuAnn Paulet and Peggy Johnson.

New Members

For more information on becoming a member, contact Laura Roehl

Director of Marketing & Partnerships:

Lroehl@dcrchamber.com 

(952) 300-1734

Renewed Members

Bridge & Branch Wealth Partners – 10 years

Profile by Sanford – 4 years

WBD Inc – 2 years

Twin Cities Orthopedics – 5 years

Guild – 26 years

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

aschueler@dcrchamber.com 

(651) 288-9204

Vita Attiva Development in Farmington

DCR President Maureen Scallen Failor toured Vita Attiva last week as development projects are happening in the City of Farmington.  

“I could not be more excited and happy for the City of Farmington. Development projects such as Vita Attiva are great alternatives for the 55+ community,” stated Failor.

A new Farmington housing development called Vita Attiva at South Creek will soon turn farmland into a new senior active lifestyle area and may spark future development off Highway 50. Vita Attiva will be a neighborhood of detached villas and condo townhomes designed for age 55 and up active adults looking for a lifestyle rich with amenities and recreational options.

For more information visit https://myvitaattiva.com.

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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