Author Archives: Sandy

I attended the opening night performance of THE LITTLE MERMAID at Eagan High School with Tammy and Olivia, my five-year old granddaughter.  Looked like a packed house and the performers did a great job!  There was a standing ovation at … Continue reading →

Women In Government is holding a Summit on Mental Health & Substance Use Disorders today and tomorrow in Bloomington.  William Moyers, Vice President of Public Affairs, at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation talked about “Eliminating Barriers to Success.”  He said … Continue reading →

On Sunday, the Eagan Historical Society hosted the Reopening Celebration for Eagan’s 1914 Town Hall.  It is evident that a lot of work went into the restoration of the building that was damaged by arson in 2013. It is great … Continue reading →

Senator Jim Carlson and I conducted a Town Hall Meeting on June 9 at Metcalf Junior High.  A summary of the 2016 Session and the option of a special session were the main points of the agenda. Probably the most … Continue reading →

I attended the dedication of the Ascent Fountain this afternoon. It has an impressive sculpture of soaring eagles. The soaring eagles symbolize “the synergies that lift and encourage the aspirations of others.” To the side is a statue of a … Continue reading →

Memorial Day is a day to pause and reflect on the lives that were lost fighting for our country, for our freedom. A time to offer gratitude to those who have secured the freedom we enjoy. The weather today was … Continue reading →

EAGAN was one of the answers in Sunday’s crossword puzzle.  That is pretty cool!

We had a good group and some lively discussion.  One man expressed his disappointment that the legislature did not pass a transportation bill. He said businesses have expressed strong support for improving our infrastructure if Minnesota is to remain competitive. … Continue reading →

The 2016 Session ended about 11:57 p.m. on May 22, 2016 amidst a clamor of representatives still trying to be recognized.  Part of the fury had to do with the fact that the Bonding Bill was made available about 11:15 … Continue reading →

Today, the House of Representatives took up legislation on Real ID Implementation.  Senate File 3589 was the bill that was actually placed before us. The Senate had passed their bill and it seemed to be a workable bill that addressed … Continue reading →