Partners in Progress

Our annual Partners in Progress event offers an excellent opportunity to celebrate growth and development in Dakota County.

Dakota County, its cities, chambers of commerce and other economic development partners have worked together to help the county stand out among others in the region. Dakota County had several achievements to be proud of in 2004. One of those achievements was a study conducted to identify ways to increase efficiency by consolidating certain county and city government services.

A citizen satisfaction survey indicated that citizens are extremely satisfied with the quality of life in Dakota County . Citizens also expressed approval for the work done by the Dakota County Commissioners, and believe they are receiving a good value for the property taxes they pay. Dakota County should also be proud of several awards received in 2004, and being the first county in Minnesota to receive the “E-Commerce Ready” designation. This significant achievement demonstrates a 20/20 vision for the future.

As the use of technology grows, it creates more demand for electricity. Great River Energy and Xcel Energy will soon build a new transmission line in Farmington and Lakeville that will prove invaluable in providing this area with reliable electricity to meet growing demand. Dakota Electric is proud to partner with communities, chambers of commerce, educational institutions, economic development organizations and convention and visitors bureaus.

As we look to the future, we plan to continue working together to stimulate a vision that will carry this area forward to 2020. We see ourselves working with you as Partners in Progress.

Apple Valley

City of Apple Valley (Web site)

City of Burnsville (Web site)

Cannon Falls

City of Cannon Falls (Web site)

City of Eagan (Web site)

Farmington

City of Farmington (Web site)

Hastings

City of Hastings (Web site)

City of Inver Grove Heights (Web site)

City of Lakeville (Web site)

City of Rosemount (Web site)