Last Tuesday, Eagan's Planning Commission voted unanimously in favor of modifying the Dynamic Sign Ordinance to allow for an increase in the frequency rate of change.  Currently the rate of change allowed for businesses is once every 20 minutes.  Once approved by Eagan's City Council on May 5, the rate of change allowed will be once every 60 seconds.  Your Chamber has advocated for an ordinance amendment since last Fall as it believes a greater frequency will allow businesses to utilize this technology and improve its marketing and messaging capabilities.     

Legislative Updates from Your Chamber

Your Chamber continues to advocate on a number of issues important to business during the 2014 Legislative Session.  With legislators returning from their holiday break, several bills have passed through the House and Senate and now sit within conference committee.  We continue to watch and engage in:

Second Omnibus Tax Bill - HF 3176, Status: Currently resides in conference committee

Women's Economic Security Act - HF 2536, SF2050; Status:  Currently resides in conference committee.  Chamber's preference to Senate language

Environmental Permitting Bill - HF1133, SF1027; Chamber advocates to change tiered level from 150 days to 90 and 40 days

Solid Waste Recycling Provisions - HF2564, SF2384

Transportation - Continue to advocate for 5% efficiency savings with FY15 budget

Bonding Bill - No movement from either legislative body

For further information on any of these and other business-related issues, contact the Chamber at 651.452.9872.

Join us at the Buck Hill Event Center to network with other chamber members from Dakota/Scott County.  Event includes complimentary hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar and exhibits by members from each of the participating chambers.

Three advisory councils have openings for interested parents or residents in District 196

District 196 parents and other residents who are interested in getting involved in the district are invited to apply for membership on one of three advisory councils that have openings for next year. More information about the openings and the applications for all three advisory councils are available on the front page of the district website at www.District196.org.

The Budget Advisory Council has two open positions for parents or district residents. The terms for both positions are for three years, beginning July 1. Budget Advisory Council members should generally have some expertise or background in financial matters and budgeting. Applications for the Budget Advisory Council will be accepted through April 30.

The Curriculum and Instruction Advisory Council has four open positions, including two for parents who will have a child in specific elementary schools next year, one position for a Rosemount Middle School parent and one position for an Eagan High School parent. The terms for all four positions are for three years, beginning July 1. Applications for the Curriculum and Instruction Advisory Council will be accepted through May 16.

The Legislative Advisory Council has five open positions for parents or district residents with experience in government affairs/lobbying and/or the legislative process. The terms for all five positions are for two years, beginning July 1. Applications for the Legislative Advisory Council will be accepted through May 31.