Frontline Worker Pay Program Successful Launch

Minnesota's eligible frontline workers were able to begin applying for Frontline Worker Pay at 8:00 AM, Tuesday, June 8, at frontlinepay.mn.gov. By 11:00 AM the popular program saw approximately 28,500 submitted applications and that number is rising steadily. Read more.

Critical Issues Series – “Pandemic to Endemic”

What does the future hold for Dakota County and Minnesota after the pandemic? Exhausted by over two years of intermittent lockdowns, social distancing, masking, and remote learning caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, are we transitioning into the Endemic? Join us via Zoom on Thursday, June 23, for this important conversation with two leading experts who will shed some light on how we move forward.

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Gina Adasiewicz PHN, RN, MS

Dakota County Public Health Director 

Michael T. Osterholm, PhD, MPH

Director, Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP)

University of Minnesota

News From the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Half of Minnesota Child Care Providers Unsure How Long They'll Remain in Business

As Labor Market Tightens, the New Frontier for Many Employers is Workers They've Overlooked

Can the Minimum Wage Combat Employers' Labor Market Power?

The Good Clinic Ribbon Cutting

Join us at The Good Clinic ribbon cutting celebration on Wednesday, June 15, at 1:30 PM. Chamber members and community businesses will welcome The Good Clinic to Eagan. 

Enlightened Leads Group – Guest Day

Check out this new group for Guest Day on June 22, to find out more about the group’s objectives and opportunities. The Enlightened Leads Group is a relationship-based, referral group that meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Meetings are held at Sovran in Eagan. 

Ribbon Cutting at Fairfield Inn & Suites

Join us on June 23 for the Grand Opening and ribbon cutting celebration for Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, located in Eagan. Check out this new hotel with spacious modern rooms. The afternoon schedule: 3:00 PM grand opening begins; 4:15-4:30 PM DCR Chamber member networking; 4:30 PM ribbon cutting; and 6:00 PM event concludes. Tour the rooms and participate in a scavenger hunt with prizes, Bald Man Brewing will provide the beer, and a Mexican buffet with wine and beverages will be provided.  

Young Professionals: St. Paul Saints Game

Join the East Metro Regional Chamber Young Professionals Group for a night out at the St. Paul Saints game on Tuesday, June 28. Arrive for dinner and networking at the CHS Field, then stay for the game against the Omaha Runzas. This regional event is hosted by the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce, the River Heights Chamber of Commerce, the St. Paul Area Chamber, and the Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce.



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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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19th Hole Reception & Silent Auction Bidding

Not a golfer and want to join in on the Golf Classic fun. Register to join us at the 19th Hole Reception for networking, food, and awards.

You can bid on this year’s Silent Auction items because we have gone to mobile bidding. It is easy to do, just scan the QR code and begin bidding on fabulous items. Bidding starts for everyone on June 15. A portion of the proceeds go to the DCR Chamber Charitable Foundation’s work.

Renewed Members

Christianson & So. Commercial Real Estate – 15 years

Linvill Properties – 19 years

Pool & Yacht Club, Inc. – 3 years

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers – WSP – 3 years

St. Paul Saints Baseball Club – 6 years – 6 years

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

aschueler@dcrchamber.com 

(651) 288-9204

New Members

Minnesota House of Representatives – 51B Liz Reyer

(651) 398-4765

Synergy Home Care

(651) 905-5500

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

Lroehl@dcrchamber.com 

(952) 300-1734

Explore West St. Paul Days Visibility Opportunities

Explore West St. Paul Days is set to be the largest event in West St. Paul and is the premiere sponsorship opportunity for local businesses and organizations. The 3-day event, from August 11-13, is expected to draw thousands of attendees to over a dozen events and activities.

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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