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5-Second Survey Question of the Week
This Week's Topic: Paid Family and Medical Leave Act
Almost all hiring entities within Minnesota will be a part of Paid Family and Medical Leave Act mandates to be implemented on January 1, 2026, with legal state requirements including a 0.88% tax to cover the program. Your DCR and other County Chambers will be joining DEED for a training session from 8:30 – 10 am on Wednesday, April 23rd. How much do you know about this mandate and how to comply with it, and will you send someone to the in-person training?
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Last week’s question was: How likely are you to attend (or send staff to attend) a training on the following topics? | |
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Navigating Challenges and Embracing Change
Likely: 71%, Unlikely 29%
Leadership Development, Cultivating the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Very Likely: 14%, Likely: 43%, Unlikely 29%
Very Unlikely: 14%
Maximizing Networking Opportunities, Effective Strategies for Connection and Collaboration
Very Likely: 50%, Likely 38%, Unlikely: 13%
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Best time(s) to hold the event
Early am: 50%, Over Lunch: 25%, Later Afternoon: 25%
Preferred Delivery of Event(s)
In Person: 38%, Both In-person & Virtual: 62%
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SCAM ALERT! Individuals Trying to 'Sell' DCR Membership List | |
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Your DCR has been notified by Members that they are being approached to buy the DCR Membership list. These are scammers. The DCR does NOT sell our Membership lists to anyone. Delete – Delete!!
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Women's Leadership Forum Updates - One Week Out! | |
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After the WomEn’s Leadership Forum concludes at 1pm, attendees can continue the connection and networking at the Mall of America! MOA is providing all attendees with a VIP shopping experience which includes a free MOA shopping bag, a coupon book redeemable at any guest service desk, and a mystery ride pass. It’s a great opportunity to unwind and enjoy some extra perks after the event!
If you haven't already grabbed your ticket to join us, purchase your table or ticket HERE as registration closes on March 12. Make your way to the Radisson Blu at MOA next week!
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FREE Multicultural Training Offered at DCTC - Spots Still Available | |
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With only one week left until the first day of spring classes, there are still open seats for FREE DCTC college level Multicultural Training classes for you or for your team: Managing Diversity; Leading a Multicultural Workforce and Multicultural Conflict Resolution. There are summer and fall classes available as well.
Contact Jon Althoff to register. Please put 'CLASSES" in the subject line. Click HERE for more information.
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Chamber Day at the Capitol - Sign Up by the End of the Week | |
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Be a voice for the business community at the Chamber Day at the Capitol on April 3rd. We will meet with our DCR delegation to discuss issues facing businesses in Dakota County. Registration closes this Friday, March 14.
Sign up for the 2025 Chamber Day at the Capitol!
Thursday, April 3, Minnesota State Capitol, 9:00 - 11:30 am
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Mark Your Calendars! Paid Family and Medical Leave Act Training | |
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Your DCR and other County Chambers and their Members will be joining DEED for a training Session from 8:30 – 10 am on Wednesday, April 23rd at Lost Spur Golf and Event Center. Sign up will be open soon and it probably will sell out. There will be a presentation and opportunity to ask questions during and after the session. Every DCR Member with employees should have a representative at this event.
Wednesday, April 23, 8:30 - 10:00 am
Lost Spur Golf and Event Center, Eagan
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Everybody Up for the Kickoff - The Mayors Cup is Back! | |
TCO Stadium will be the site of the 3rd Annual DCR Mayors Cup / Kick$4aCure to end breast cancer, on Saturday, October 4. For the first two years, Rosemount has won the 'dollars raised' and 'most kicks made' (Mayor Weisensel last year and Council member Paul Thiesen, this year). For the Kick$4aCure, Civic Leader Mark Lofthus raised the most dollars and Viking Lake’s own Chad Loventhal won the title of most kicks made. All are expected to return to defend their titles! The 2024 trophies will be presented to Rosemount at their April 1 City Council meeting. | |
Committee Members Needed - Golf Classic & Business Excellence Awards | |
We’re looking for engaged DCR members who are interested in getting involved as committee members for the DCR Golf Classic and the Business Excellence Awards. This is a great opportunity to share your input, provide leadership, and offer hands-on help for these signature events. If you’d like to be part of either the DCR Golf Classic in June or the Business Excellence Awards in November, reach out to Kayla Hudson today! | |
St. Croix Hospice Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening | |
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Join us for a ribbon cutting celebration to welcome St. Croix Hospice to Eagan and the DCR Chamber community. Hospice care improves comfort and quality of life for patients with a terminal diagnosis.
3:00 pm - Ribbon Cutting with refreshments and tour to follow.
Tuesday, March 18, 3:00 - 4:00 pm
2121 Cliff Drive Suite 101, Eagan
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The Open Door Coffee Break | |
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Our next Coffee Break is hosted by the Open Door. Join us for an informative morning and learn about food scarcity in our community and how you can help!
Tuesday, March 25 at 8:00 am
3000 Ames Crossing Road, Suite 100, Eagan
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DCR Business Owners Roundtable | |
Are you a DCR Member business owner who wants to join with other DCR Members who share your issues and interests? This group meets 2X a month. There is no cost and there are no commitments. Those who attend are regular attenders, so they are finding great value. Interested in learning more? Contact either Abby Anderson or Susan Taple. | |
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Upcoming Events
Eagan State of the City
Thursday, March 20, Royal Cliff Event Center, 2280 Cliff Road, Eagan 7:30 - 9:00 am
WomEn’s Leadership Forum (DCR’s Largest Event!)
Friday, March 21, Radisson Blu, MOA 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Meet the Chamber at Think Bank
Wednesday, March 26, 4245 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Eagan 8:45 - 10:00 am
DCR Member Connect - Virtual Networking
Wednesday, March 26, Zoom link provided upon registration Noon
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New Member
Airport Foundation MSP
David Rivard
4300 Glumack Drive, Suite D2040
St. Paul, MN 55111
https://airportfoundation.org
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Rosemount Welcomes New Horizon at Ribbon Cutting
Much of the city of Rosemount, including Mayor Jeff Weisensel, City Council and City Staff including the Economic growth team, joined the DCR Chamber last week at the grand opening of the New Horizon Academy at 42 and Business Parkway. The facility was impressive to see and tour, a true state-of-the-art place for children. Learn more and see the inside of the facility HERE! (Courtesy City of Rosemount Facebook Page)
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Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Year In Review
2024 was a busy year for Parks and Recreation in Mendota Heights. See the video representation of the Year in Review HERE! Video courtesy City of Mendota Heights.
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Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar! | |
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Update Membership Files, Company Changes, Post your News, Hot Deals, and Job Openings
Log in by entering your username (email) and password to gain access to your company's member site to update information and take advantage of all the marketing tools included with your membership.
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