Category: SD49

Rep. Steve Elkins (HD49B) Update: February 5, 2020

Dear Neighbors,

I hope this finds you well. The 2020 legislative session gets underway next week on February 11 for what is sure to be a policy-packed 16-week period. Last year, lawmakers were tasked with setting and delivering a balanced state budget, which means much of our focus will be finding common ground with the GOP-led Senate on a policy-driven agenda that continues moving Minnesota forward. Please take a moment to share your priorities with me by taking a brief survey.

Real ID Update

Effective October 1 of this year, Minnesotans will need a Real ID or passport to board a commercial aircraft or enter certain federal facilities. Consider getting a jump start on Real ID by renewing your driver’s license or ID card prior to the fall deadline, even if your current license isn’t expiring, this year. Continue reading “Rep. Steve Elkins (HD49B) Update: February 5, 2020”

Rep. Heather Edelson (HD49A) Update: January 28, 2020

Dear Neighbors,

The 2020 legislative session gets underway on February 11 and I want to know more about what is most important to you and your families. If you could see one piece of legislation pass this session, what would it be? What issues are most important to you and your family?

Please consider taking a short survey (should take 2-3 minutes) to share your input with me in advance of the 2020 session.

I also hope you’ll join me, Rep. Elkins, and Senator Franzen on Thursday, January 30, at Edina City Hall from 6:00-8:00 p.m. to let us know what’s on your mind. The District 49 Town Hall Meeting is family-friendly and open to the public. Continue reading “Rep. Heather Edelson (HD49A) Update: January 28, 2020”

Sen. Melisa Franzen (SD29) Update: January 23, 2020

January 23, 2020

Please join us for a District 49 Town Hall and 2020 Legislative Preview!

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For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/584898522324136/

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Rep. Heather Edelson (HD49A) Update: January 21, 2020

Dear Neighbors,

I hope this finds you well and enjoying the snow. Last week, I had the opportunity to discuss solutions the Legislature can take to tackle hunger in Minnesota with Cory Hepola of WCCO. You can listen to the segment here. You may recall my “Breakfast after the Bell” legislation from last year, which allows schools to establish voluntary meal programs that include grab and go breakfasts, second chance breakfasts, and/or breakfasts in the classroom. Although it didn’t make it in the overall education budget agreement, I’ll continue to advocate for its passage this session.

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Continue reading “Rep. Heather Edelson (HD49A) Update: January 21, 2020”

Rep. Steve Elkins (HD49B) Update: January 15, 2020

Dear Neighbors,

I hope this finds you well and enjoying the new year. With the legislative session set to begin less than a month from today on February 11, Representative Edelson, Senator Franzen and myself will be hosting a town hall meeting on January 30th at Edina City Hall from 6:00-8:00 p.m. I hope you can make it to share ideas and input with the Senate District 49 team.

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2020 is a big year for several important new initiatives in Minnesota. Read about them below. Continue reading “Rep. Steve Elkins (HD49B) Update: January 15, 2020”

Sen. Melisa Franzen (SD49) Update: December 30, 2019

December 30, 2019

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From my family to yours, I want to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season! Let’s celebrate the best in our communities, and the work we have ahead in 2020 to make positive change in the lives of our families, friends, and neighbors. May the joy of this season bring boundless opportunities ahead, united together.

Rep. Heather Edelson (HD49A) Update: December 5, 2019

Dear Neighbors,

Today, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released the 2019 November Budget and Economic Forecast, showing a balance of $1.332 billion for the 2020-2021 biennium. Additionally, the Economic Forecast revealed that Minnesota continues to have low unemployment and a stable budget.

Although Minnesota’s economy is performing well, we must remain cautious and fiscally judicious. When we take inflation into consideration, our state faces significant budget deficits in the future, which would undermine our ability to deliver a world-class education, safe transportation infrastructure, and good health care for Edina families. Making smart investments in these core values will build a better Minnesota for all of us. Continue reading “Rep. Heather Edelson (HD49A) Update: December 5, 2019”

Rep. Heather Edelson (HD49A) Update: December 3, 2019

Dear Neighbors,

I hope you were able to enjoy the snowy holiday last week! I was grateful to have spent Thanksgiving surrounded by friends and family.

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It certainly has been a busy fall. Here’s an update from the Capitol: Continue reading “Rep. Heather Edelson (HD49A) Update: December 3, 2019”

Rep. Steve Elkins (HD49B) Update: December 2, 2019

Dear Neighbors,

The House Capital Investment Committee concluded its statewide “bonding tour” last month, visiting several sites across the state, including 54 counties with proposed public infrastructure improvements. Throughout the statewide regional tour, committee members learned about local communities’ infrastructure needs firsthand. Visits included colleges and universities, public safety facilities, wastewater treatment and flood mitigation systems, parks and trails, and many others.

I was able to join the committee as it made two stops in Bloomington to learn about two worthy projects vying for state funding: the Bloomington Center for the Arts expansion and the Normandale College modernization project. Continue reading “Rep. Steve Elkins (HD49B) Update: December 2, 2019”

Rep. Heather Edelson (HD49A) Update: November 12, 2019

Dear Neighbors,

I hope this finds you well and adjusting to a chilly start to November!

On November 20, I will be hosting an informational listening session with the City of Edina and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to discuss how parts of Edina are being proposed as a Superfund site due to pollution that came from a business in Saint Louis Park.

I want to reassure you your water is safe and has been treated for years by initiatives taken by our city to protect residents if you live in the area being discussed (as I do).

That said, I encourage you to join us to ask the MPCA and the Minnesota Department of Health questions.

If you live in the Morningside, Country Club, or Sunnyside neighborhoods, I highly encourage you to attend this important meeting.

Here are the details:
Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30-8:30 pm at the Edina City Hall Council Chambers, 4801 W 50th St, Edina, MN 55424

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Sincerely,

Heather Edelson
State Representative