Your Chamber encourages individuals in the business community to be actively involved in the political process. We influence public policy decisions by providing knowledge based programs and forums that provide information in a business context for decision makers.  With that in mind, this election season, you have the opportunity to learn more about the candidates running for office within Dakota County.  Candidate forums have been scheduled within the local communities as well as regionally within the various House of Representative Districts.  Take the time to get informed and educated before you go to the polls on November 4.  Register online at www.dcrchamber.com

Eagan City Council and Mayor Candidates - Monday, September 29, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., Eagan City Hall

House Districts 51A and 51B - Wednesday, October 1, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., Eagan City Hall  

Farmington City Council and School Board Candidates - Wednesday, October 8, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., Farmington City Hall

House Districts 57B and 58B - Wednesday, October 22, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Rosemount City Hall

Rosemount City Council and Mayor Candidates - Wednesday, October 22, 8:00 to 9:00 p.m., Rosemount City Hall

Back By Popular Demand: Legislative Breakfast Series begins October 3

Is Our Workforce Well Prepared for its Future?

Your Chamber offers real-time information and resources on a number of issues important to your business through Legislative Breakfast Series.  The breakfasts are designed for business community members to hear first-hand from lawmakers and industry experts on how legislation within all levels of government affect their businesses' bottom line, job creation, growth and expansion.  

Join us for October's Legislative Breakfast program "Today's Students, Tomorrow's Workforce" on Friday, October 3 from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. at Commons on Marice, 1380 Marice Drive in Eagan.  Hear from area public school superintendents on various issues including district priorities, innovation, the role of technology in the classroom, district challenges and career readiness initiatives.    

Speakers include Joe Gothard, District 191 (Burnsville, Eagan, Savage); Jay Haugen, District 192 (Farmington); Jane Berenz, District 196; (Apple Valley, Eagan, Rosemount); and Nancy Allen-Mastro, District 197 (West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, Eagan). Register today.  

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Did you know? A Harvest Moon is Forming!

This Tuesday, September 23 will be a Harvest Moon, which is a bright orange moon that is named for the harvest season when farmers begin gathering their crops. It is defined as "The full moon that appears nearest to the Autumnal Equinox." The Harvest Moon will be bigger and appear brighter than usual, because the moon turns full less than 24 hours after reaching lunar perigee - the moons closest point to earth. Check the sky at about 10:30 to check out this beautiful sight! Source: http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2014/09/08/there-is-something-special-going-on-in-the-sky-tonight-the-harvest-moon/