Drugged Impaired Driving

Beginning August 1, 2023, Minnesotans can legally possess and use cannabis and cannabis products. What isn’t changing? It’s still illegal to operate a motor vehicle, boat, off-highway vehicle, or snowmobile while impaired by cannabis – or any other substance. Remember that driving high is a DWI. Just like with alcohol, anyone opting to consume cannabis needs to make the right choice by planning a safe and sober ride. Together, we can drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths!

Senator Amy Klobuchar Visit

Senator Amy Klobuchar will be coming to the DCR Chamber region to speak with members in Farmington on Wednesday, August 30, at 2:30 PM. Amy serves as the senior United States senator from Minnesota, a seat she has held since 2007. Register here.

Finalists Announced for Leaders in Local Government Awards  

The Leaders in Local Government Awards will honor local government organizations and individuals that demonstrate innovation, excellence, and success in local government. On September 13, the DCR Chamber and five other Chamber partners will host the annual awards celebration. Congratulations to our DCR regional finalists for the following categories:  

Public Safety 

Eagan Police Department 

Innovation 

Dakota County Juvenile Services Center Garden 

Dakota County Provider Shortage Workgroup 

Planning, Land Use and Public Works 

Dakota County Cliff Road Wildlife Tunnel Project 

Communications and Marketing 

Dakota County Bison Reintroduction Campaign 

City of Farmington 

Business Retention and Expansion  

Dakota County Career Fairs 

Rising Star  

Jared Johnson, City of Farmington  

Let's Connect Happy Hour - Minnwest Bank and OMNI Winery & Taproom

Join us for a happy hour on Tuesday, August 15, 3:30 – 5:00 PM hosted by Minnwest Bank and OMNI Winery & Taproom. Network with other Chamber members, their clients, and members of the community. OMNI Winery serves all sorts of beer and makes all sorts of wine for all sorts of people.

Coffee Break at Town Square Television

Come visit Town Square Television in Inver Grove Heights for the Tuesday, August 22 Coffee Break. There will be coffee and refreshments, networking with Chamber members, and a behind-the-scenes tour of the station. They are the local community media station serving the northern part of Dakota County.

Coffee Break - City of Farmington



Chamber members started off the morning with a Coffee Break at the City of Farmington. Josh Hoyt, Mayor, and Lynn Gorski, City Administrator, updated the group on their continued efforts to grow their City, pointing out the strength of the newer staff of two years is building a solid foundation for future growth. Attendees introduced their business, and there was lots of networking and connecting happening at the morning event. 

New Members

Sweet Cakes LLC dba Nothing Bundt Cakes

1992 Rahncliff Ct STE 100 

Eagan, MN 55122

(952) 546-1406

Renewed Members

Synergy HomeCare – 1 year

DARTS – 26 years

Sam’s Club Eagan – 16 years

Minuteman Press – 11 years

If you have any questions or concerns about your membership renewal, contact Anna Schueler at aschueler@dcrchamber.com or 651-288-9204.

Mendota Heights News

Follow the City on Instagram – the City recently joined Instagram, aiming to highlight the natural beauty and small town that makes Mendota Heights truly one-of-a-kind. Clothing and Shoe Recycling Dropoff - drop your unused and unwanted shoes and clothes in the bins location at City Hall through August 18.

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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