Monthly Archives: November 2015

Progressive Rail

Last week, I had the opportunity to visit Progressive Rail in Lakeville.  This is a regional railroad that hauls freight. Our tour included a short train ride in the Lakeville Industrial Park.  We were able to ride in both the engine … Continue reading

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Disability Policy Summit for East Metro

The Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (MN-CCD) held a Disability Policy Summit session today for advocates and legislators. Part of the agenda included a discussion on current policies and some problems. One issue is that current limits to qualify … Continue reading

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MnDOT Planning

I attended another briefing by MnDot on the Statewide Planning Overview today.  MnDOT has a twenty-year plan that is updated every four years.  The current plan was adopted in 2012 and the next update will be in 2016.  There are … Continue reading

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Freeway Landfill Dilemma

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency held an informational meeting on November 12 at the Burnsville City Hall to go over the status of the Freeway Landfill property. The problem is that monitoring shows there are toxic levels above the safe … Continue reading

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Apple Valley FAB LAB

I attended the grand opening of the FAB LAB at the Apple Valley High School yesterday.  Students  are able to take 3D pictures, use 3D printers and use other high-tech equipment.  One student showed me how to move a robotic ball around the room.  Another … Continue reading

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On Women’s Issues

Barbara Gault of the Institute for Women’s Policy Research gave a presentation this afternoon on the status of women. One very disturbing point is that women are still earning less than men across the board. At the rate we are … Continue reading

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